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GWIS · 2022-05-02T08:03:25Z

Discover the Cased in Time travel watch case in this WatchProSite review. GWIS explores its robust design, compact size, and why it's ideal for protecting your Rolex or other luxury watch on the go.

GWIS

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GWIS, a respected member of the WatchProSite community, shares his detailed review of the Cased in Time travel watch case. His hands-on experience and accompanying photographs offer valuable insights for collectors seeking a compact, robust, and lightweight solution for transporting a single timepiece. This article explores why GWIS believes this particular case stands out among travel options.

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In search of a small, lightweight travel case I came across Cased in Time from the UK. The make a clamshell case from what seems like reinforced cordura/nylon.

The case is of a clever and simple design. It looks like a donut with one taller side which accommodates the watch head. Cased in Time do these cases in a few colours. My preference was for “Rolex” green. There is no Tiffany blue just yet!

In the middle of the lid and base of the case is a raised section which stops the bracelet hitting the back of the watch in transit. The case can handle small, medium and large size watches and it works equally well with watches on a strap.

The case is smaller than a typical 1 watch leather case.

If you are looking for a small, robust and lightweight travel case that you can ‘throw’ into your backpack or briefcase and not worry about then this is a good option.

All the best,

Jon

Key Points from the Discussion

The Cased in Time design, particularly its clamshell structure and internal raised section, is highly effective in protecting watches during transit, preventing the bracelet from contacting the watch back.
Similar clamshell watch cases, like the discontinued Oakley Watch Vault, were highly regarded for their durability and protective features, often made from tactical cordura/nylon.
While many similar cases exist on platforms like Amazon from brands such as Watchpod, Sourceton, and Casebudi, collectors should be wary of exposed zippers inside some alternatives that could scratch a watch.
A key advantage of the Cased in Time case is its discreet appearance; it doesn't immediately look like a traditional watch case, offering a 'stealthy' option for travel.
The case's design evokes a nostalgic feel, reminiscent of 1980s Concord watch cases or Shure headphone cases.
The Cased in Time case is ideal for transporting one or two watches for business or holiday travel, rather than a larger collection.

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GWIS

May 2, 2022

It’s not a solution for transporting a collection, but for one or two watches when travelling for business or a holiday it’s ideal.

Cpt Scarlet

May 2, 2022

I was given a dark grey version, works very well for an individual watch. The plus is that it doesn’t look like a traditional watch case. Stealthy !

Centurionone

May 2, 2022

It immediately transported me back to the 80’s Concord watch somehow and Shure headphone cases

GWIS

May 2, 2022

Yes, you are right about it not looking like a watch case. I bought my wife the grey one for her datejust but she ended up using it to store a bracelet for most of the time on a recent holiday.

Cpt Scarlet

May 2, 2022

I also noticed that the have an offer on today.

APROchrono

May 2, 2022

... I have a bunch of the old Oakley Watch Vault cases, which were the same case in black tactical cordura/nylon. Unfortunately they don't make them anymore, but they used to make them in 2 sizes.

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