The American watch boom is here in force with brands from every corner of the nation churning quality timepieces in a staggering array of designs. One such brand is Mercer Watch Co. our of Princeton, New Jersey. Named for a Revolutionary War hero, Mercer has produced some impressive pieces so far. One of their more recent additions, the Lexington, is the brand’s most impressive yet. It?s a classically styled, manual-wind chronograph coming in a just a little over $500. Let?s dive right in.

$529

Review: Mercer Lexington Chronograph

Case
Stainless steel

Movement
Sea-Gull ST1901

Dial
White/Silver, White/Gray, White/Black, Blue/Silver

Lume
Yes

Lens
K1 mineral glass/ Mineral glass case back

Strap
Leather

Water Resistance 50m

Dimensions
39mm x 49mm

Thickness
13.5mm

Lug Width
20mm

Crown
push/pull

Warranty
Yes; 2 years

Price
$529

The case design of the Mercer Lexington immediately sets the tone. This isn?t a watch that?s all about filigree (at least not on the outside?more on that later), but respectable presentation of time-honored elements. From the top, the shape is dominated by long, slender lugs tapering smoothly from case to tip. The bezel is narrow, polished, and it slopes outwards, helping the dial feel larger while also adding some geometry to the case of the Lexington.
The only real embellishment to speak of is a continuous, chamfered edge running along the top of the case and the lugs. This chamfer is a ...