The Choptank

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Second Edition Choptank Ref. E250-2 is dropping on this website at the end of May 2024.

Derived from the distinguished lineage of the Mission Chronograph, the Choptank is tailored exclusively for enthusiasts who collect the work of independent artisans and specialty craftsman. Excelling in both functional and aesthetic qualities, she boasts the same caliber 7751 movement and professional-grade quality as the space-proven Mission Moon. She is an elegant masterpiece, boasting the handmade composition of premium materials and traditional form of watchmaking that produced her.

Designed by Hartwig Balke, the Choptank | First Edition is produced in two colors: silver and a salmon-toned copper. Each limited to 250 timepieces, numbered with the E250 reference and serial numbers on the back. A special edition Benzinger Choptank, with his trademark frosted sterling silver dial and rose-engine guilloche, is also periodically produced by request. Our Second Edition Choptank follows almost a decade later (May 2024 Release Date) with the E250-2 reference number, featuring the same signature tonneau-shape and identity with significant aesthetic updates and minor technical changes.

The Choptank is a functional tool that reflects the value of the inspiration that came before.

Inspired by Chesapeake Bay's maritime heritage, the Choptank pays homage to historic lighthouse beacons guiding ships through its waters. In particular, the Choptank River was a common passageway for our founders who were avid sailors themselves. Echoing the utility and charm of the beacons that were so symbolic to him, Hartwig Balke designed a timepiece marrying form and purpose, drawing from the "screwpile-style" of the beacons on the Choptank River. Employing the 7751 movement transforms the watch into a precise timekeeping instrument for seasonal wear.

The Choptank embodies artisanal aspiration, marrying utilitarian efficiency with innate grace, epitomizing the elegance of functional instruments. Its notable ascent within the Towson Watch Collections has served as inspiration for our watchmakers to embark on further innovation and explore new horological territories. The distinctive tonneau-shape and captivating design has helped showcase Towson’s unique capabilities and talents as a specialty watch brand to a broader audience.