This is an extremely common question that keeps popping up on the forums, and it’s quite specific to Rolex watches simply because they carry so much monetary value with them. It’s very tempting to want to engrave your Rolex watch, I’ve thought about it myself many times. After all, when you buy a once in […]

This is an age old question in the watch industry. Many experienced watch collectors have figured out the key to this dilemma, but at the same time many newcomers haven’t even figure out yet that lug length actually plays a role in watch sizing – let alone that at times it can be more important […]

If you’re searching for information on how to make the best decision between the Rolex Oyster and Jubilee bracelets, you’ve come to the right spot. Choosing between these two renowned bracelets is a common situation to be in, it’s really going to depend on which Rolex model you’re after, your lifestyle, and your personal style […]

The Omega Speedmaster is Queen of the chronograph segment, just under the iconic Daytona and right above literally any other sports inspired chronograph on the market. It’s been to the moon, and it’s graced the wrists of some of the most prominent figures in history. This is a watch that’s near aesthetic perfection, and it […]

Rolex, loved by almost all watch enthusiasts and shunned by a very few, incorporate some of the most stringent regulations in the watch industry. One question that frequently comes up in the watch community is whether or not Rolex makes their own rubber straps, and if they do – are they available for purchase by […]

Deciding which watch brand makes the most beautiful mechanical movement of all time is nearly impossible, and incredibly subjective. It’s essentially the same as asking who makes the most beautiful painting of all time. A high end mechanical watch movement and a painting are both pieces of art in their own form, and one persons […]

Tightening the bezel on a watch is not as simple as it may seem in most cases. This subject was brought up to me recently as one of my friends received a brand new watch that arrived with a fairly loose rotating timing bezel. We wanted to explore the idea of tightening the bezel ourselves […]

The question of how often to wind a Rolex is not as straightforward as it might seem. Rolex watches, known for their intricate mechanics and diverse models, come with their own unique requirements based on their specific features and age. Modern Rolex Watches Many modern Rolex watches, especially those worn daily or frequently, do not […]

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 begun to use what can be described as “faux patina”. You’re probably already aware of what faux patina is, but for those who are […]

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 links, or SEL. What’s the big deal? Beginning in the early 2000s, Rolex made a change in their watch bracelet design; they changed the end links from hollow […]