Since the days of the first pocket watches, standard watch dials have been round. This was a natural evolution in timekeeping technology, since watches were based on sundials, where a shadow sweeps around in a semicircle. And with centrally-mounted, sweeping hands, it makes sense to arrange the numbers in a circle. But as with any […]

Talking valuations and investment opportunities can be highly frowned upon within the watch community, as the majority of us are here to enjoy the hobby and collect watches that we like regardless of its value retention. While I personally like to live by this rule it’s also important to discuss the real life potential of […]

The history of wristwatches is long and rich enough that few things are truly unique. From intricate complications to display cases, everything has already bee done. But there are some features uncommon enough that while they’re not truly unique, they’ll still catch your eye. One of those features is a salmon dial. Today, I’m going […]

If you’re a Daytona lover such as myself, but you’re fed up of all the Rolex AD games and want to just purchase a better alternative, you’ve stumbled upon the correct article. My choices here are not “cheaper alternatives”, but rather equivalent or better. As most of us are already aware, the Rolex Daytona is […]

In the world of high-quality watches, the term “sought-after” is relative. If Patek Philippe or Rolex is making a watch, you can rest assured that someone, somewhere, is going to buy that watch. But there are some timepieces that stand above the pack. Whether it’s because of short supply, an iconic design, or historical relevance, […]

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 Omega, are produced there. But this doesn’t mean that other countries are incapable of making their own good watches. In recent years, American and […]

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 […]

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 […]

It’s no secret that different countries are known for being good at producing different things. If you want the best electronics, buy Japanese. If you want a precision-built power tool or motor, buy German. And if you want a good watch, buy Swiss. That’s where they make all the best watches, right? It’s true that […]