Timex TW2Y36100 Q Chronograph Blue Dial Leather

Timex TW2Y36100: The Q Gets a Stopwatch

Timex has been mining their 1970s archive with the Q reissues, and honestly, most of them have earned it. The Q Chronograph takes the retro-cool case shape collectors already liked and adds timing functionality that makes the tachymeter bezel more than decorative.

Racing Roots, Desk Reality

The tachymeter bezel and twin pushers give the TW2Y36100 genuine motorsport DNA. The 40mm recycled stainless steel case hits a sweet spot—large enough to read three subdials at a glance, modest enough that it doesn’t try to be something it isn’t. The midnight blue dial with tonal subdials at 3, 9, and 6 o’clock keeps things cohesive rather than busy. A date window sits at roughly 4:30, integrated without disrupting the layout.

The Blue Leather Move

Most chronographs in this range come on bracelets or black straps. Timex went with a blue leather strap that matches the dial and bezel—an intentional choice that gives the watch a more coordinated, vintage-correct look. The leather is sustainably sourced through the Leather Working Group, which is a nice detail at the $229 price point. Integrated lugs give it a seamless profile on the wrist. At 18mm wide, strap swaps are straightforward if blue isn’t your thing.

Quartz Chronograph, No Apologies

The movement is quartz, which for a chronograph is arguably the right call. You get precise elapsed-time measurement without the cost and thickness of a mechanical chrono. The acrylic crystal is period-correct for the 1970s inspiration—it’ll pick up scratches easier than mineral glass, but it’s also easily polished out. Water resistance at 50 meters covers daily wear and the occasional splash.

The Bottom Line

The Q Timex Chronograph sits in a spot where retro design meets actual functionality. It’s not pretending to be a racing instrument—it’s a well-made quartz chrono with good proportions and genuine vintage character. For anyone who wanted the Q Timex aesthetic but needed more from their watch than three hands and a date, this is the answer.