When you think about watch materials, you probably think about stainless steel, or gold, or even titanium. Maybe you think of the sapphire and mineral glass used in the crystals. But one thing you probably don’t think about is wood. This is … Read More
LUXURY WATCHES
Longines Spirit Zulu Time Collection Review
Every once in a while, a watch comes along that’s bold and unique enough to make a powerful first impression. The Longines Spirit Zulu Time Collection is one of … Read More
Bremont Supermarine S302 GMT Watch Review
In March of 2021, British watchmaker Bremont announced the opening of a new manufacturing facility they called “The Wing.” In fact, this massive, 35,000 square … Read More
Glashütte Original SeaQ Reed Green Watch Review
Glashütte Original has had a tumultuous history compared to most watchmakers. In the aftermath of World War II, the new East German government merged the … Read More
STARTUPS
About Vintage 1954 GMT Green Turtle Watch Review
Five years ago, two childhood friends named Thomas and Sebastian decided to start a watch company. Their goal was to create a product that was … Read More
RZE Watches Resolute Titanium Review
RZE’s Resolute series of watches is popular with hikers, mountain climbers, spelunkers, and anyone else who loves the great outdoors. With its combination of … Read More
W.T. Author N˚ 1934 Automatic Watch Review
As my regular readers will know, I’m a sucker for a good quality microbrand. One of my favorites is W.T. Author, a newer watchmaker based in Shropshire, UK. … Read More
DRESS WATCHES
Tissot PR100 Automatic Chronometer Watch Review
Seated at forest’ gates and river’s edge, a hint of sweet smoke circles upward from my pipe, purchased from a train station booth in Malaysia before our … Read More
Tudor 1926 Classic Automatic Watch Review
Today I am reviewing the 36mm Tudor 1926 Ref M91450-0001. This is the stainless steel model, with a silver dial and rose gold hands. The watch was a gift for my … Read More
Carpenter Watches G4 Brooklyn Gent Watch Review
Carpenter watches, started as a Kickstarter campaign back in 2016 and was founded by Neil Carpenter in the vibrant city of New York. Having been fascinated by … Read More
WATCH Q&A
Should you Buy a Watch with Faux Patina?
This is not really an age old question in the world of watches, but more a question that has recently emerged due to the influx of watch brands that have now … Read More
What is Better? Rolex Hollow End Links vs Solid End Link Bracelets
If you’re considering buying a Rolex watch, you’re no doubt doing a lot of research. During the course of that research, you’ve probably heard about solid end … Read More
Is it Better to Buy Limited Edition Watches?
This is a question that we hear come up a lot. Whether or not it's better to buy a limited edition watch generally comes down to which brand and which model is … Read More
BUYING GUIDES
Top 5 Best Grand Seiko Watches For Collectors
In the world of watches, Seiko and Grand Seiko are a lot like Ford and Lincoln. The first is a reliable brand that appeals to the average person’s budget. The second is a premium, luxury brand that is designed for people with the most discerning tastes. Even so, both of them exist under the same […]
Top 5 Most Popular Watches of 2021 for Holiday and Christmas Gifts
It’s that time of year again, the mercury has dropped, winter coats are out and watch enthusiasts have swapped metal bracelets for leather. Also, around this time of year retail sales begin to pick up and friends and family are exchanging gift ideas with each other for the upcoming holiday celebrations. While many gifts are […]
Top 5 Most Popular Luxury Chronograph Watches for Collecting
In the world of luxury watches, many buyers aren’t too concerned about accuracy. The watch is mostly for admiration and for addition to a collection, and as long as it looks good with a cool history to back it, all you need is for it to be accurate within a few minutes. But what if […]