First Mechanical Watches

First Mechanical Watches

Start someone’s watch-collecting journey the right way.

First Mechanical Watches brings together timepieces that strike the perfect balance between great design, strong value, and reliable everyday performance - ideal for anyone buying their first “serious” watch.

These picks focus on microbrands and independents with thoughtful craftsmanship, accessible pricing, and standout character. Whether it’s their first mechanical movement, their first design-forward piece, or simply the watch that makes them feel like a collector - this curated selection makes the introduction effortless, exciting, and meaningful.

Explore approachable automatics, iconic silhouettes, unique dial expressions, and well-built watches that offer incredible value without overwhelming someone just starting out. Each piece in this collection is hand-selected by the RAW team for clarity, wearability, and long-term enjoyment.

Help them take their first step into horology - one good watch at a time.

68 products

  • LIMITED EDITION Seiko 5 Sports SRPF23K1 Street Fighter Blanka

    Seiko 5 Sports SRPF23K1 Street Fighter Blanka

    The Seiko 5 Sports SRPF23K1 is part of the limited edition Street Fighter series. This particular model pays tribute to Street Fighter Blanka. Blanka, a feral man who grew up in a harsh jungle, attacks his opponent fiercely using his one-of-a-kind moves. His distinctive style is depicted using a rugged design and a consistently green hue. The Seiko 5 Sports SRPF23K1 Street Fighter Blanka comes with a bezel featuring electrical discharge patterns which reflects his signature moves, the Special Thunder. The dial's pressed spinning design is based on Blanka's iconic rolling attacks, and the indices are in the shape of his sharp teeth and claws. The caseback features the controller command for Blanka's special move, Electric Thunder, as well as the Street Fighter V logo and the watch's serial number. The Seiko 5 Sports SRPF23K1 Street Fighter Blanka comes with a green nylon strap featuring a Blanka Chan doll image printed at the end. A limited edition of 9,999 pieces. About Seiko 5 Sports For over 50 years, Seiko 5 Sports has delivered consistently high levels of reliability, durability, performance and value that have endeared it to lovers of mechanical watches worldwide. Today, with the creation of a new design and a broad new collection, this much loved timepiece is re-born. Welcome to the new Seiko 5 Sports, a collection with all the same values but a fresh new look. Technical Specifications Limited edition: Only 9,999 pieces available worldwide Case size: 42.5mm Case material: Stainless steel Case back: Stainless steel, exhibition Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: 4R36 Power reserve: Approx 41hrs Dial: Green dial; Lumibrite on hands and indices; day/date display; unidirectional rotating bezel Glass: Hardlex Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Strap Strap material: Nylon Buckle: Stainless steel buckle Warranty: 1 year

    $633.83

  • Seiko 5 Sports SRPE75K1 Gold Mesh SSB Seiko 5 Sports SRPE75K1 Gold Mesh SSB

    Seiko 5 Sports SRPE75K1 Gold Mesh SSB

    The Seiko 5 Sports SRPE75K1 Gold Mesh SSB is part of the SKX series - one of the brand's best-loved sports watches. With its cool gold dial and a sporty rotating bezel, the Seiko 5 Sports SRPE75K1 Gold Mesh SSB is the perfect mix of sporty elegance. About Seiko 5 Sports For over 50 years, Seiko 5 Sports has delivered consistently high levels of reliability, durability, performance and value that have endeared it to lovers of mechanical watches worldwide. Today, with the creation of a new design and a broad new collection, this much loved timepiece is re-born. Welcome to the new Seiko 5 Sports, a collection with all the same values but a fresh new look. Technical Specifications Case size: 42.5mm Case material: Stainless steel Case back: Stainless steel, exhibition Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: 4R36 Power reserve: Approx 41hrs Dial: Gold dial; Lumibrite on hands and indices; day/date display; unidirectional rotating bezel Glass: Hardlex Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel mesh bracelet Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 1 year

    $425.05

  • Laco Cuxhaven 43 Laco Cuxhaven 43

    Laco Cuxhaven 43

    With this navy watch, the Laco Cuxhaven, German watchmaker Laco combines function and design of two seafaring classics: the 1940s pocket watch and a model resembling the watches of the crew on board of the "U1" submarine. Manual wind movement, dial and casing are essentially just as they were in the watches' predecessors. However, the modern wrist watch "Made in Germany" has been made to have a more optically pleasing appearance. One special feature is the prominently large transparent base which allows you to see the elegant clockwork. Seafaring has hugely shaped the development of accurate timepieces. The pocket watch originally served as a means of exact time measurement and to determine geographical distances independently from landmarks. From a visual perspective, the features officially decided upon by the German naval observatory have become popular because of their clear readability - for example, matt-black Arabian numerals and the railway-themed minute circle have been characteristics of Laco pocket watches for ages. This is shown by both the model produced for the German Navy in the 1940s and the modern "Wilhelmshaven" edition. Similar details can in turn be found in the submarine watch with the Unitas clockwork 6498 - a wrist watch which was made in limited edition in collaboration with Deutsche Post in the mid-2000s. The advent of the new navy watch enables Laco to close the circle and present a modern wristwatch which combines the qualities of the two prototypes. For example, it includes a sturdy stainless steel casing, a subsidiary seconds display in the number 6 position, numerals and indices treated with afterglow Superluminova C3 paint and a wind-up calibre. The Laco 98 clockwork is based on the Swiss ETA 6498.1. Its high-grade components such as the thermally blued screws and various decorative cuts are visibly highlighted by the sapphire glass base. The bright-coloured Laco Cuxhaven variant is beautifully adorned with a white dial and a cream-coloured leather strap. The name is evocative of maritime cities - just like with the "Wilhelmshaven" pocket watch.  Technical Specifications Case size: 42.5mm Case material: Stainless steel case with a polished and brushed finish Case back: Exhibition caseback with sapphire crystal Movement type: Manual Movement no.:  Laco 98 based on ETA Unitas 6498.1 Power reserve: Approx 53hrs Dial: White in enamel optic, railway minute circle, arabic numerals and indexes with luminous material Superluminova C3, small second at 6 o'clock; thermically blued hour, minute and second hands with the former two filled with SuperLuminova C3 Glass: Sapphire crystal Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Strap Strap material: Cream calf Buckle: Stainless steel tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,465.42

  • Laco Bremerhaven 42.5 Laco Bremerhaven 42.5

    Laco Bremerhaven 42.5

    The Laco Bremerhaven is inspired by the classic navy pocket watches from the 1940s and combines traditional craftsmanship with timeless elegance. It embodies a piece of maritime history with historically accurate details. The Laco Bremerhaven 42.5 impresses with the proven handwinding movement ETA Unitas 6498.2, which is rarely found on the watch market and thus almost considered a rarity. The small seconds at 6 o'clock adds an extra touch of sophistication to the Laco Bremerhaven 42.5 and, like the railroad minute dial, is reminiscent of the historical models.  The Laco Bremerhaven 42.5 features a robust sapphire crystal and a generous see-through caseback, also made of sapphire crystal, which provides a view of the decorated movement.  The Laco Bremerhaven delights with a striking black dial that is complemented with a smooth, black leather strap that harmonises perfectly with the timeless style of the black dial. To ensure good readability even at night and under poor visibility conditions, the numerals, indexes and hands are coated with the luminous material SuperLuminova C3. The frames of the hour and minute hands on the Laco Bremerhaven are painted black. Technical Specifications Case size: 42.5mm Case material: Stainless steel case with a polished and brushed finish Case back: Exhibition caseback with sapphire crystal Movement type: Manual Movement no.:  Laco 98 based on ETA Unitas 6498.2 Power reserve: Approx 53hrs Dial: Black matte, railway minute circle, Arabic numerals and indexes with luminous material SuperLuminova C3, small second at 6 o'clock; hour hand and minute hand varnished in black, filled with SuperLuminova C3, small second also filled with SuperLuminova C3 Glass: Sapphire crystal Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Strap Strap material: Black calf Buckle: Stainless steel tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $2,546.30

  • Laco Bremerhaven 39 Laco Bremerhaven 39

    Laco Bremerhaven 39

    The Laco Bremerhaven is inspired by the classic navy pocket watches from the 1940s and combines traditional craftsmanship with timeless elegance. It embodies a piece of maritime history with historically accurate details. The Laco Bremerhaven 39 with a reduced case diameter at 39mm opens up new possibilities for watch enthusiasts who prefer a more compact model without having to sacrifice the charming vintage look. It continues to delight with a striking black dial that is complemented with a smooth, black leather strap that harmonises perfectly with the timeless style of the black dial. To ensure good readability even at night and under poor visibility conditions, the numerals, indexes and hands are coated with the luminous material SuperLuminova C3. The frames of the hour and minute hands on the Laco Bremerhaven are painted black. Technical Specifications Case size: 39mm Case material: Stainless steel case with a polished and brushed finish Case back: Exhibition caseback with sapphire crystal Movement type: Manual Movement no.:  Laco 261 based on Sellita SW261 Power reserve: Approx 38hrs Dial: Black matte, railway minute circle, Arabic numerals and indexes with luminous material SuperLuminova C3, small second at 6 o'clock; hour hand and minute hand varnished in black, filled with SuperLuminova C3, small second also filled with SuperLuminova C3 Glass: Sapphire crystal Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Strap Strap material: Black calf Buckle: Stainless steel tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,935.19

  • Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda BOR Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda BOR

    Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda BOR

    The Baltic Tricompax is sporty and classic. Surrounded by a brushed aluminum tachymeter bezel, the Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda dial is finished in a black semi gloss and contrasts with three light beige guilloche subdials and applied hour markers. The polished steel dauphine hour and minute hands and triangular markers on the railroad are coated with Super-LumiNova® BGW9 for perfect readability in the dark. The Baltic Tricompax is equipped with the SW510-M calibre, a mechanical hand-wound chronograph movement developed by the Swiss manufacturer Sellita. With over 60 hours of power reserve, this complication movement is known for its robustness and exemplary reliability. Featuring a double-domed sapphire crystal and a 316L steel case, the Tricompax offers an elegant 13.5mm thickness (11mm without glass) and 47mm lug to lug. The dimensions and materials offer a perfect presence on the wrist and ultra-resistance. Technical Specifications Case size: 39.5mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: 316L stainless steel Movement type: Manual Movement no.: Sellita SW510-M Power reserve: Approx 63hrs Dial: Semi-gloss black finish; light beige guilloche subdials; applied indexes; dauphine hands with Super-Luminova® BGW9 Glass: Double dome sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 5ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel beads of rice Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $2,407.41

  • Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda Flatlink Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda Flatlink

    Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda Flatlink

    The Baltic Tricompax is sporty and classic. Surrounded by a brushed aluminum tachymeter bezel, the Baltic Tricompax Reverse Panda dial is finished in a black semi gloss and contrasts with three light beige guilloche subdials and applied hour markers. The polished steel dauphine hour and minute hands and triangular markers on the railroad are coated with Super-LumiNova® BGW9 for perfect readability in the dark. The Baltic Tricompax is equipped with the SW510-M calibre, a mechanical hand-wound chronograph movement developed by the Swiss manufacturer Sellita. With over 60 hours of power reserve, this complication movement is known for its robustness and exemplary reliability. Featuring a double-domed sapphire crystal and a 316L steel case, the Tricompax offers an elegant 13.5mm thickness (11mm without glass) and 47mm lug to lug. The dimensions and materials offer a perfect presence on the wrist and ultra-resistance. Technical Specifications Case size: 39.5mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: 316L stainless steel Movement type: Manual Movement no.: Sellita SW510-M Power reserve: Approx 63hrs Dial: Semi-gloss black finish; light beige guilloche subdials; applied indexes; dauphine hands with Super-Luminova® BGW9 Glass: Double dome sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 5ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel flatlink Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $2,407.41

  • Baltic MR01 Salmon BOR Baltic MR01 Salmon BOR

    Baltic MR01 Salmon BOR

    The lines of the Baltic MR01 are pure, sober and elegant. The steel case is 36mm in diameter and features polished finishes on the bezel and lugs. The 44mm side is horizontally brushed, bringing a balanced contrast to the whole watch. The Baltic MR01 is powered by an automatic movement with a micro-rotor. The transparent caseback and the oscillating weight placed on the same level as the rest of the components allow the heart of the watch to be revealed in its entirety and offer a breathtaking view of the gears in action. The micro-rotor integrated in the height of the movement gives the Baltic MR01 an ultra-thin and elegant profile of 9.9mm (8mm without glass). The Baltic MR01 represents the brand's interpretation of classic dress watches. The use of Breguet appliques adds a singular touch and contrasts with the dial's glossy finish. Time in the Baltic MR01 is displayed by polished leaf-shaped hour and minute hands. The seconds counter is off-centre at 7 o'clock, and has a guilloche finish, allowing it to stand out from the rest of the dial while offering a modern and original touch. Technical Specifications Case size: 36mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: Exhibition  Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: Hangzhou 5000A micro-rotor Power reserve: Approx 42hrs Dial: Grainy finish; guilloche seconds sub-dial; circular brushed railroad; polished and applied Breguet hour markers Glass: High-domed hesalite Water resistance: 3ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel beads of rice Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,009.35

  • Baltic MR01 Blue BOR Baltic MR01 Blue BOR

    Baltic MR01 Blue BOR

    The lines of the Baltic MR01 are pure, sober and elegant. The steel case is 36mm in diameter and features polished finishes on the bezel and lugs. The 44mm side is horizontally brushed, bringing a balanced contrast to the whole watch. The Baltic MR01 is powered by an automatic movement with a micro-rotor. The transparent caseback and the oscillating weight placed on the same level as the rest of the components allow the heart of the watch to be revealed in its entirety and offer a breathtaking view of the gears in action. The micro-rotor integrated in the height of the movement gives the Baltic MR01 an ultra-thin and elegant profile of 9.9mm (8mm without glass). The Baltic MR01 represents the brand's interpretation of classic dress watches. The use of Breguet appliques adds a singular touch and contrasts with the dial's glossy finish. Time in the Baltic MR01 is displayed by polished leaf-shaped hour and minute hands. The seconds counter is off-centre at 7 o'clock, and has a guilloche finish, allowing it to stand out from the rest of the dial while offering a modern and original touch. Technical Specifications Case size: 36mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: Exhibition  Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: Hangzhou 5000A micro-rotor Power reserve: Approx 42hrs Dial: Grainy finish; guilloche seconds sub-dial; circular brushed railroad; polished and applied Breguet hour markers Glass: High-domed hesalite Water resistance: 3ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel beads of rice Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,009.35

  • Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Green Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Green

    Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Green

    Initially used in the 60s and 70s by airline pilots on long-haul flights, GMT watches have today become symbolic. Thanks to the fourth hand, the time is displayed in 24-hour format over several time zones at a glance.  The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT is equipped with a 24 clicks bidirectional rotating bezel. It features a sapphire insert, a resistant material that provides increased protection against shocks and scratches. Besides being highly functional, the date complication of the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT perfectly balances the dial by presenting a date window at 6 o’clock. The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT is powered by the Swiss Soprod C125 automatic calibre. Chosen especially for its robustness and reliability, it confers on the Aquascaphe GMT optimum precision, regardless of the environment in which it is used. The black dial and the Super-Luminova® on the indexes ensure optimal legibility in low light conditions. The caseback of the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT comes with an engraving representing the different time zones.  Technical Specifications Case size: 39mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: 316L stainless steel with engraving Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: Soprod C125 GMT Power reserve: Approx 42hrs Dial: Glossy black finish, numbers and indices with SuperLuminova C1; 24-clicks bidirectional sapphire bezel Glass: Double-dome sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Strap Strap material: Rubber Buckle: Stainless steel tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,711.11

  • Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Orange MB Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Orange MB

    Baltic Aquascaphe GMT Orange MB

    Initially used in the 60s and 70s by airline pilots on long-haul flights, GMT watches have today become symbolic. Thanks to the fourth hand, the time is displayed in 24-hour format over several time zones at a glance.  The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT is equipped with a 24 clicks bidirectional rotating bezel. It features a sapphire insert, a resistant material that provides increased protection against shocks and scratches. Besides being highly functional, the date complication of the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT perfectly balances the dial by presenting a date window at 6 o’clock. The Baltic Aquascaphe GMT is powered by the Swiss Soprod C125 automatic calibre. Chosen especially for its robustness and reliability, it confers on the Aquascaphe GMT optimum precision, regardless of the environment in which it is used. The black dial and the Super-Luminova® on the indexes ensure optimal legibility in low light conditions. The caseback of the Baltic Aquascaphe GMT comes with an engraving representing the different time zones.  Technical Specifications Case size: 39mm Case material: 316L stainless steel Case back: 316L stainless steel with engraving Movement type: Automatic Movement no.: Soprod C125 GMT Power reserve: Approx 42hrs Dial: Glossy black finish, numbers and indices with SuperLuminova C1; 24-clicks bidirectional sapphire bezel Glass: Double-dome sapphire crystal with internal anti-reflective coating Water resistance: 10ATM Strap type: Bracelet Strap material: Stainless steel Buckle: Stainless steel deployant buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $1,859.81

  • Laco Augsburg Blaue Stunde 39 Laco Augsburg Blaue Stunde 39

    Laco Augsburg Blaue Stunde 39

    The Laco Augsburg Blaue Stunde 39 is part of the Blaue Stunde collection of pilot watches. Blaue Stunde translates to "twilight hour" in German and references that short period between dusk and dawn or dawn and dusk that the sky turns an immaculate blue. This is the shade of blue that Laco captures in its Blaue Stunde collection. The Laco Augsburg Blaue Stunde 39 comes with a Type A (Baumaster A) design dial. This features a classic dial with 11 Arabic numerals and a triangle with two dots instead of the number at 12 o'clock.  There are pilot watches. And then there is the pilot watch from Laco. As one of a few exclusive companies producing original pilot watches, the workshop in Pforzheim can look back on a long tradition. Whereas in the 1940s, a Laco was an indispensable tool in the cockpit, today it is an expression of freedom. With a Laco aviator watch, you are not only wearing a precise and robust watch on your wrist, but also a piece of history. Regardless of which Laco aviator watch you choose, all models have one thing in common: a legendary history. In the 1940s, only a handful of companies received permission to manufacture pilot watches. One of them was Laco. The detailed requirements laid down for observation watches for the German Air Force were formulated by the Ministry of Aviation under the classification "FL 23883". This number stood for "navigation devices" and could also be seen on each watch on the opposite side of the winder. As authentic replicas of historical Laco aviator watches from the 1940s, the current models are characterised by their high precision combined with outstanding design. The main characteristics of a Laco aviator watch are, among other things, the iconic watch face, the distinctive onion-shaped crown, the closed leather strap and the surface finish of the casing. Robust aviator watches with distinctive marks that tell a story are the "heirlooms" of Laco. The unique and intentional signs of wear on the aviator watches attest to their authenticity and an eventful history - and turns each "heirloom" into a high-quality one-of-a-kind item. In other words: a legend that Laco's watchmakers build with devotion - and Laco's customers wear with passion. Technical Specifications Case size: 42mm Case material: Sandblasted stainless steel case with FL23883 engraving on the side Case back: Exhibition caseback with sapphire crystal Movement type: Automatic Movement no.:  Laco 2S based on Miyota 82S0 Power reserve: Approx 42hrs Dial: Blue with sun ray pattern, Arabic numbers and indexes with luminous material SuperLuminova C3; black matte hands filled with SuperLuminova C3 Glass: Sapphire crystal Water resistance: 5ATM Strap type: NATO Strap material: Grey nylon Buckle: Tang buckle Warranty: 2 years

    $514.02

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