When hearing the words “Blue Planet” your mind will probably be transported to the soft tones of David Attenborough informing you of all thing’s ocean bound, but for the watch enthusiast it should take you to the Blue Planet series of watches from CIGA Design. Currently celebrating their 7th year anniversary for the Earth Day, […]
Yema Rallygraf Alpine Endurance Team & Urban Traveller Watch Review
Yema recently announced a partnership with the Alpine Endurance Team; a partnership that will last for the next three seasons of the FIA World Endurance Championship. With this partnership, Yema has created a new watch that will be worn by all members of the Alpine Endurance team throughout a variety of circuits like Le Mans. […]
Atowak Tarantula Watch Introduction & Review
Even arachnophobes like me will be interested in this new watch coming from manufacturer ATOWAK. This new watch is called the “TARANTULA”, retailing at $2,199 as of press time, and is inspired by the 8-legged creatures, and will be launched on July 18th, 2023. ATOWAK was established back in 2010 Hong Kong, the name ATOWAK […]
Namoki NMK05 Vintage Sub Automatic 40mm Watch Review
If you’re looking for a timepiece that combines iconic design with modern functionality, and you enjoy customizing – then the Namoki NMK05 could well be the perfect watch for you. Made by namokiMODS, they are a company passionate about watches which include the ability for modding and customization. This Namoki Vintage Sub offers a delightful […]
Hands on: Atowak Releases the Cobra in a Volcano Red Colorway
Atowak watches has taken the watch startup scene by storm with the recent release of the Cobra line that we previously reviewed here on the WRB. Today we have one of their new colorways in the office, dubbed Volcano Red – but they’ve also released a Royal Blue which I have not seen in person. […]
Mr. Jones Watches A Perfectly Useless Afternoon XL Review
Many of today’s most unique and innovative watches aren’t coming from the major brands; they’re coming from microbrands like Mr. Jones Watches. Mr. Jones is a relatively new watchmaker, founded in 2007. As watch manufacturers go, it might as well be a brand new startup. Over the last 16 years, they’ve released more than 150 […]
Lorier Neptune Series IV Watch Review
Well, this is awkward. A year ago, I had the pleasure of reviewing the Lorier Neptune Series III, and one of my final thoughts was “if the Ortegas ever release a 38mm Neptune with a date window, my Omega Seamaster will be in serious trouble”. The latest Series IV Neptune isn’t 38mm, but a full […]
KNOPF NY-405 Black Steel Introduction and Review
Not all of the best watches come from established watchmakers. Some come from companies who are just cutting their teeth in the business, and every once in a while I like to sample one of these microbrands. KNOPF Watches is a brand new company, founded in Manhattan by Gage and Larry Knopf. The father and […]
AVI-8 P-51 Mustang Tuskegee Airmen Chronograph Limited Edition Watch Review
Founded in 2012, AVI-8’s brand name is a play on the word “aviate.” This London-based watchmaker builds a full line of aviation-inspired watches, including designs from real pilots. In September of 2022, they released a limited edition watch: the P-51 Mustang Tuskegee Airmen Chronograph Limited Edition. This watch is a tribute to the famous Tuskegee […]
Atowak Cobra Watch Review
Regular readers will know that I have a soft spot for newer watchmakers. Established brands are established brands for a reason. They have a proven track record and years of experience in the industry. But they also tend to get conservative in their old age, and release endless cycles of throwbacks and anniversary editions of […]
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