Watch Review: Structure Analog Diver-style Watch

The Structure brand of clothing and apparel makes some of my favorite low-cost quartz-movement wristwatches.  I recently unearthed a Structure watch from the far recesses of my watch drawer.   When I flicked open the box in search of a more expensive watch, I was surprised to find that it was still ticking and still waiting for me.  So, I put it on, cinched up the rubber strap and wore it to work.

As I looked at the watch, I was struck by a number of subtle details.  For example, the numbered hours (3, 6, 9, and 12) are marked by white numerals edged with a gold tone and the batons marking the remaining hours are gold tone with a white edging.  It's a subtle reversal, but it adds a rich looking layer of intrigue to a $35 watch.  

Structure Analog Diver Style Watch

The crown of the watch is protected by a hard black plastic fender.  The fender is screwed into the base metal watch case with two shiny screws that evoke pusher buttons by their size and placement.  The same hard black plastic is used for the non-rotating diver-style bezel.  The first 20 minutes on the bezel are marked in 1 minute increments and white hashes at five minute increments with white numerals for 30, 40, and 50.

The case is a high gloss gunmetal gray that stands rather tall and has a stainless steel case back.  A fairly stiff black resin strap completes the masculine look of the watch.

 

It's a simple design but it draws compliments at the office.  One of my co-workers said it was a great looking  .  watch, asked about it, and was really shocked when I revealed that it was only $30 on sale.  He said, "From 6 feet away, people don't know if it is a Tag Heuer watch or what."

It's true.  This Structure watch looks great and comes in at an excellent price point.  Sears has a great selection of Structure watches.  If you are a member of their ShopYourWay Rewards program and you make a major purchase at Sears, you'll quite like get enough Rewards points to get a watch like this for free.  Even better, you can now get great prices on Structure watches on Amazon!
 

Of course, at this low price, there are trade offs.  The strap  is a little stiff.  The watch case is made of a base metal.  The watch is a little bulky.  However, I like this watch a lot and feel like its a great value.  Overall, this watch and most Structure watches are well constructed, well designed, and an excellent buy.

Structure Watches from Sears

Structure has long been one of my favorite low-cost quartz watch brands.  They are available at Sears.  I recently picked up a trio of Structure watches for my collection.  They are great "bang around watches."  They typically run $34.99 with sale prices ranging from $24.99 to $29.99.  I found some on clearance for $15 each.

The first watch I found was this diver-style watch with a rubber strap, base metal case, and non-rotating bezel.  It fits well, but is a tad heavy.

The next watch I bought was this watch with a periscope motif on the dial.  I was initially put off by the white strap.  But, the case and dial looked cool in the store.

However, when I got this watch out in the sunlight, I realized that this watch has a deep purple color.  I know that I live in an era of Boy Bands and wimpiness, but this watch looked a bit "girly" to me.  So, I took it back.

I ended up getting this diver-style watch instead.  This watch pays homage to classic diver-style watches.  It looks a bit like a classic Omega to me.

Of course, sometimes it's hard to fathom where the folks at Structure could get their inspiration.  This one looks more than a little like a Bell & Ross to me.

Structure watches are generally a good value for the money.  These Sears watches seem to have a level of polish that is a bit better than similar watches from Walmart, Kmart, and Target.