A few weeks ago, on November 10th, Undone announced the release of a new watch collection, the Terra Collection. This collection includes three different variants: the Terra Daybreak, the Daybreak Suede, and the Terra Nightfall. The first two … Read More
LUXURY WATCHES
Patek Philippe Calatrava Ref. 6007A-001 Limited Edition Review
In 2019, Patek Philippe moved into a new headquarters. The building, which first broke ground in 2015, cost an estimated 600 million Swiss Francs, and is a … Read More
Nomos Glashütte Tangomat GMT Watch Review
When I started my journey into horology some five years ago, my immediate impulse was to cover all styles: multiple divers, a nice chronograph, a field watch, … Read More
Mido Commander Blue Shade Watch Review
To fans of automatic watch movements, Mido is one of the world’s most outstanding manufacturers. Founded in 1918, Mido’s name comes from the Spanish phrase “Yo … Read More
STARTUPS
Szanto 6200 Series Officer’s Coin Cushion Watch Review
If you’re buying an automatic watch, the most important things to consider are usually its look, feel, and mechanical movement. Let’s be honest. With today’s … Read More
FullGear Pioneer Customizable Tritium Watch Review
FullGear is a brand new manufacturer launching their very first watch via Kickstarter. This watch, called the Pioneer, is based on a simple conceit: it’s the … Read More
Ciga Design J Series Watch Review
If you’re a regular reader of the watch review blog, you know I generally stick with watchmakers that have at least some sort of reputation. Either they’re … Read More
DRESS WATCHES
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
Benzinger Regulator Blueblack Watch Review
Introducing another special piece that I’m lucky enough to review for you today; Benzinger Regulator hand-finished by the man behind the brand, Jochen … Read More
WATCH Q&A
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
How to Set and Use a GMT, Dual Time, and World Time Watch?
When you spend as much time as I do reviewing quality watches, it’s easy to get caught up in beautiful cases, intricate movements, and unique dials that are … Read More
Applied Indices vs Painted on: What is the Difference?
Among watch aficionados, one of the most frequent debates is between applied indices and painted indices. Peruse any watch forum, and you’ll see amateur … Read More
BUYING GUIDES
Top 5 Best German Watch Brands
When you think of watchmaking, Switzerland is probably the first country that comes to mind. The Swiss reputation for watchmaking is well-earned. Many of the world’s top brands, including Rolex and Orion, are produced there. But this doesn’t mean that other countries are incapable of making their own good watches. In recent years, American and […]
Top 5 Best Automatic Tool Watches Under $500
Simply put, the term “tool watch” refers to a watch that’s designed to achieve a specific purpose. For example, a dive watch will have a high depth rating, a rotating bezel, and a high-visibility dial. Similarly, a pilot’s watch will have built-in tools for navigation. One thing that all decent tool watches have in common […]
Top 5 Watch Brands With Amazing Customer Service
If you’re buying a mechanical watch, you’re looking for more than just a way to tell the time. If all you want is an accurate timepiece, you can plunk down $20 for a Casio and call it a day. In fact, there’s a good chance that a cheap Casio will be more accurate than an […]