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Timex has officially launched the Ironman Adrenaline, a new rugged ana-digi watch now available in the US and UK. Priced at $229 in the US and £190 in the UK, the Adrenaline sticks to the utilitarian hardware the Ironman line is known for, while integrating a toggleable digital display into a traditional analog layout.
Design Details
From a design standpoint, the Ironman Adrenaline is a substantial piece of hardware. It features a 46.5mm matte resin case with a 15mm thickness and a 52mm lug-to-lug distance, placing it firmly in the oversized sports watch category. Despite its bulk, the use of resin keeps the weight down to a relatively light 56.7 grams. Timex has reinforced the resin body with a stainless-steel bezel and standard mineral crystal glass to handle everyday impacts and scratches.
The watch is currently offered in two distinct colorways: a black case paired with a blue resin strap (model TW5M74100) and a monochromatic tan version (model TW5M74200). Both models utilize a standard 22mm lug width and a traditional buckle closure, fitting wrist circumferences between 150mm and 205mm.
The Adrenaline features a hybrid quartz movement that combines traditional analog hands with a negative digital display built into the dial for sports tracking. For those who prefer a cleaner, more traditional look, you can switch off the digital display by holding the pusher at the 4 o’clock position for four to five seconds. This leaves the watch with a standard analog-only face.
As an Ironman device, it includes basic athletic functionality rather than full smartwatch connectivity. The digital interface features a 50-lap memory to track workout progress. It also carries a water resistance rating of 100 meters, making it suitable for swimming and surfing, though Timex specifies it is not rated for scuba diving and advises against pressing the pushers while submerged.
Instead of a rechargeable lithium-ion battery, the Adrenaline relies on a standard CR2016 coin-cell battery. It also includes Timex’s proprietary Indiglo backlight system, allowing users to illuminate the dial in low-light conditions with a dedicated button press.
Availability
The Timex Ironman Adrenaline is available to order now directly through the company’s regional websites.
In related news, Timex has recently launched a stunning gold-tone moon phase watch with a calendar-packed dial, along with a new Snoopy Astronomy watch featuring a deep blue night-sky dial.
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