Camp Watches

Overview

Camp Watches is a microbrand producing field watches, designed in Los Angeles and made in Switzerland. It focuses on simple three-hand designs with distinctive enamel dials and Swiss movements. The brand targets watch enthusiasts seeking unique, handcrafted aesthetics in the sub-$1,000 segment.

History

Founded by industrial designer Justin Jakobson, a veteran with 25 years in consumer electronics and design including time at Sony. Jakobson started the brand to create watches blending Los Angeles style with Swiss manufacturing. Launched around 2024, it remains a solo operation where Jakobson handles design, inspection, packing, and fulfillment.

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Manufacturing

Watches are made in Switzerland with Swiss Sellita SW210-1b manual-wind movements adjusted to +/-12 sec/day. Dials feature 15 layers of hand-applied enameled lacquer by Berlac. Cases are 316L stainless steel with box-domed sapphire crystals; assembly and customization, including engraved bridges, occur in Switzerland.

Notable Products

• Fieldtimer Malaga Red - 39mm field watch with red enamel dial, Sellita SW210-1b movement, and dual straps included.
• Fieldtimer - Manual-wind field watch with Super-LumiNova, double-dome sapphire, and custom Camp logo on bridge.

Reputation

Enthusiasts praise the innovative enamel dials, high-spec Swiss components, and value at $900 with straps and bracelet. It is noted for unique visuals on a classic field watch canvas and Jakobson's hands-on approach. As a new 2024 brand, it lacks long-term reliability data but receives positive early reviews for quality and design.