Let’s face it, your wrist deserves better than another bland, mass-produced ticker. Enter Paulin, the Glasgow-based upstart (since 2013, no less) that’s been injecting serious artistic flair into mechanical watches. Forget generic; Paulin embraces local talent to craft timepieces that are distinct, delightful, and now, with the Neo Watch($662), your everyday companion with an actual personality.

The Paulin Neo is a wonderfully friendly 38mm wide, 11.6mm thin slice of 316L stainless steel, paired with a sleek steel mesh bracelet that screams “effortlessly cool.” But the real party is on the dial. Crafted from anodised aluminium (a rare sight in watchmaking, made right here in the UK!), it boasts Paulin’s unmistakable, vintage-inspired typography – unique yet subtly familiar. Available in silver, gold, blue, or red, these dials pop with character. Powered by the dependable Seiko NH35A movement (with that annoying “ghost date” position mercifully removed), it offers 41 hours of power reserve and can even be admired through an optional exhibition caseback. This isn’t just a watch; it’s a conversation starter, a nod to good design, and a little piece of Glaswegian soul for your wrist.