Pros Super affordable (under $50) Strap is beyond comfortable against the wrist Comes with date window feature Water-resistant Cons Not as bright as others Timex’s marque model is easy to use, built tough, and the classic field watch design plays nice with basically everything in your closet. The brass case feels sturdy without being bulky, and the NATO strap is one of those set-it-and-forget-it situations. On the wrist, it’s comfortable, secure, and doesn’t need to be constantly adjusted. The real party trick, though, is Timex’s Indiglo backlight: press the crown and the whole dial lights up, which comes in handy when you’re fumbling around for your phone in the dark. Legibility is excellent across the board, whether you’re standing in direct sunlight or hiking in a shady spot. Thanks to the big numerals and luminous hands, I don’t have to squint or check my phone for the time. It’s also water-resistant enough to handle rain or the occasional splash in the pool.…