# Vintage-Inspired Field Watches French Watchmaker Wolbrook Releases the Outrider Professional By Niko Pajkovic | Published 2021-12-01 | Fashion Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook References: [acquiremag](https://www.acquiremag.com/style/wolbrook-outrider-professional) & [wolbrook](https://wolbrook.com/collections/outrider-professional-automatic-field-watch#shop_outrider_professional_field_watch) Indie French watchmaker [Wolbrook](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-wt-watch) has unveiled the Outrider Professional, a classic timepiece model inspired by [field watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/serica-ref-6190-txd) from the 1940s and 50s. Delivered in a 39.5mm 316L stainless steel case and equipped with a light brown leather strap, the Outrider Professional boasts a pleasingly simple, retro design. In addition, its case features an impact-resistant Hesalite crystal and HexapleX architecture, enhancing the watch's durability, while all its hands and indices feature Swiss Super-LumiNova® technology. In terms of power, the watch comes equipped with a Miyota 8315 automatic that delivers a 60-hour power reserve. The Outrider Professional is being offered in two color combinations -- 'Black & Green Lum' or 'Black & White Lum' -- and is currently available to purchase on the Wolbrook website. Image Credit: Wolbrook ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.6/10 - Popularity: 61% | Activity: 65% | Freshness: 11% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Fashion](https://www.trendhunter.com/fashion) > [Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/watches) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Vintage-inspired Watches:** Creating classic timepieces inspired by the unique design of vintage watches will help watchmakers stand out in a crowded market. - **Retro Design:** Embracing a pleasingly simple and retro design can be a selling point for new watches in a market dominated by technology and smartwatches. - **Durability Enhancement:** Making watches more durable and resistant to impact can help watchmakers appeal to consumers who want an investment timepiece that will last for years. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Watchmaking:** Indie watchmakers could capitalize on the popularity of vintage designs and durably made watches by offering unique designs that stand out to consumers. - **Fashion:** Classic watch design elements and retro style can be adapted by fashion brands to add a new classic accessory that appeals to consumers who value timeless style choices. - **Luxury Goods:** Increased durability and long-lasting power reserves could make new brands that focus on luxury timepieces appealing to consumers seeking a well-made and dependable investment piece. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Modernized Retro Diver Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-wt-watch.md) - [Demure Designer Dive Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-automatic-watch.md) - [Reimagined Retro Viscount Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/field-watch-1.md) - [Minimalist Militant Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/timex-expedition-north-field-chrono.md) - [Chromatic Decompression Diver Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wolbrook-skindiver-decompression-mn90-watch.md) - [Rock-Textured Field Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kiwame-tokyo-iwao-sumi.md) - [Contemporary Dive Classics](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mwmod01-v2.md) - [Motorsport-Inspired Timepieces](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ollech-wajs-rallychron.md) - [Accessible Co-Branded Field Watches](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/automatic-field-watch.md)