It’s been more than five years since Timex debuted the most “Timex” watch ever made. Designed by creative director Giorgio Galli, the S1 was a departure for the brand—a $450 piece with a 41mm skeletonized stainless-steel case and an automatic movement chugging away within.

Titanium is strong, lightweight and highly resistant to corrosion. That’s why we’re suckers for watches cast in the feathery alloy and one of the reasons the new Giorgio Galli S2Ti Timex watch could end up in our collection.

The new Timex Giorgio Galli S2Ti features a titanium case and bracelet, as well an an automatic movement and exhibition case back. Available now, it's priced at an entirely reasonable £1,450. Timex has taken a bold leap upmarket with its latest watch – an automatic piece with a case made from forged carbon and solid titanium.