Graham Chronofighter Oversize Overlord Mark Four Watch

by Ariel Adams (RSS feed)
May 12th 2009 at 12:02PM

Nothing says 'fine timepiece" like the word "Overlord" in the title. This should be the watch of choice for all megalomaniacal rising stars! Aside from the functional and lume filled, yet somewhat homely subsidiary seconds dial (bright red on pale green?), this Graham Chronofighter Oversize Overlord Mark Four watch is pretty cool. The best part is easily the "riveted" look of the dial, meant to remind you of mechanized war machines, (or just machines) from the past. Most obviously fighter/bomber aircraft. Actually this watch is named after a specific "Overlord" mission that was part of British Air Force history.

The look of the dial in the 47mm wide case is inspired from Hurricane and Spitfire aircraft interiors. The basic Graham Chronofighter watch theme is there in its full glory, complete with the large size and trigger-like chronograph pusher system. Inside the watch is an automatic movement and quality for Graham timepieces is quite good. I've always felt that their watches are very 'solid' feeling. The Chronofighter Oversize Overlord Mark Four watch will be available as part of a limited edition of 500. I still get irked by use of the term "oversize," as I don't think it makes any sense - for anything really. It feels like marketing fluff. The only things that are "oversized" are to big to actually work/fit - whereas this timepiece will work and fit just fine. Look for availability soon with pricing that I imagine will be between $8,000 - $20,000.

Ariel Adams publishes the popular watch review site aBlogtoRead.com.

Tags: 2OVBV.S05A.K10F, chronofighter, graham, mark four, MarkFour, overlord, oversize, timepiece, watch

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Matt May 12th 2009 12:34PM

Ariel seems angry with watchmakers today. First Patek Philippe's value seems dubious, now the word "oversize" that gets a beat-down. Ouch.

Ariel Adams May 12th 2009 4:28PM

Hi Matt,
Thanks for your comment. No, I'm not angry, but I need to keep the watch makers on their feet. You have to realize that most of watch media is "bought," so nothing negative or "not positive" ever gets said. I feel like it is a good idea to just sober up the conversation. You know when I like something I make it clear that "this item is great." We have no obligation to love things because they say we do. In the end, I give you the fact, and you make a decision. Take care and thanks again!

Glenn Jun 30th 2009 7:50PM

I was just in a luxury watch shop in Seattle, WA. I saw some of these Chronofighters in the case and they are awesome looking. I was completely ready to drop $900 on the model I wanted but the salesman said they're "not that sturdy".. and "not very rugged".. and "i wouldn't take this underwater"... So, I'm guessing these watches aren't built to last? I ended up buying a much cheaper Luminox watch that he advised would probably last longer. Can anyone that has owned one of these confirm this? I love the looks of these watches but not willing to part with $1000 if the watch behaves like a $100 replica.

Anthony Jul 6th 2009 9:47PM

This one is really nice piece from graham.

I am really fond of using Graham watches because of their ergonomic designs and features. In fact, I want to buy a new timepiece from the net. I think that this new style really suits my personality but I want a more clearer view.

Kindly help me decide if this Graham Oversized Chronofighter Airwing watch is the best for me.

Thanks.