The Black Max Makes Its Return In A Huckberry x Timex Release
Timex and Huckberry continue their ongoing collaboration with the revival of a visually distinctive sports watch from the late 1970s: the Timex Black Max. Officially titled the Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max, the model revisits an archival design while incorporating updated materials and specifications suited to modern wear.
A Design Rooted in 1970s Motorsport Aesthetics
Originally introduced in the late 1970s, the Black Max stood out within the Timex catalog thanks to its bold, motorsport-inspired styling. That identity is carried forward in the contemporary reissue.
The dial is defined by a contrasting tachymeter scale set on a steeply angled inner bezel, creating a pronounced sense of depth. As with the original, the scale is paired with five-minute interval markings rather than traditional hour numerals, reinforcing its stopwatch-inspired appearance. A bright orange central seconds hand provides visual contrast against the black dial and echoes classic racing instruments, despite the watch being a time-only model. The matte black dial finish further enhances legibility while maintaining a cohesive, monochromatic look.
Case, Bracelet, and Materials
The case of the 1979 Black Max is now crafted from stainless steel and finished with a black PVD coating, replacing the more modest materials used on the vintage model. Measuring 41mm in diameter, the case offers a contemporary wrist presence while remaining aligned with the proportions expected of a modern sports watch. A mineral crystal protects the dial, chosen for its durability in everyday conditions.
Complementing the case is a black PVD-coated stainless steel bracelet featuring a newly developed H-link design. This construction gives the watch a more solid and refined feel compared to earlier executions, while preserving the fully blacked-out aesthetic that defines the Black Max.
Movement and Technical Characteristics
The Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max is powered by a quartz movement, delivering dependable accuracy with minimal maintenance. Time is displayed via hours, minutes, and a centrally mounted seconds hand, with no date complication, allowing the dial design to remain clean and symmetrical.
Water resistance is rated at 100 meters, making the watch suitable for everyday wear and light aquatic activity, and reinforcing its positioning as a practical sports watch rather than a purely stylistic reissue.
Pricing and Availability
The Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max is priced at € 239 and is available through both Huckberry and Timex. Combining a distinctive 1970s-inspired design with modern materials and contemporary specifications, the watch offers an accessible entry point into Timex’s archive-driven collaborations.
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General Specifications:
Brand: Timex
Model: Huckberry x Timex 1979 Black Max
Reference: TW2Y53200
Dial: Black
Case Material: Stainless steel with a black PVD
Case Dimensions: 41 mm diameter, 10 mm thickness
Crystal: Mineral glass
Case Back: Stainless steel
Water Resistance: 100 Meters
Strap: Satinless steel bracelet with a black PVD and a folding clasp
Caliber: Quartz analog movement
Functions: Hours, minutes, seconds
Winding: Quartz
Price: € 239
Availability: Now
