First Look – The New Doxa SUB 300β Collection, With Ceramic Bezel and Modern Look

Beta or β… The second letter in the Greek alphabet, but also the sign of renewal for Doxa. The second phase of its life… Sleeker, more modern, less instrumental and rugged, revamping the classic look we’ve known for years, with a more urban touch, but still the same diving capacities (what else would you expect […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The Combat-Ready Ikepod Seapod Camo Pixel

Ikepod was founded in 1994 by entrepreneur Oliver Ike and influential designer Marc Newson, the name behind three Atmos clocks for Jaeger-LeCoultre and Ikepod’s cult pod-shaped UFO watches that caught the eye of designers, artists and architects worldwide. Although Ikepod had a bumpy financial ride, it was revitalised in 2018 to attract a new generation […]

2 years ago

Review – The Longines HydroConquest GMT, an (Almost) Perfect Traveller’s Dive Watch

The long-standing HydroConquest collection of diving watches by Longines has been a fan favourite for years. Since its introduction in 2007, it gained significant traction with enthusiasts and collectors. It was presented as a more modern diving tool to offset the retro-styled Legend Diver, also (re)launched in 2007. During the course of its life so […]

2 years ago

First Look – The Rugged Bremont Waterman Apex II Dive Watch

Bremont, the British watch company founded by brothers Nick and Giles English in 2002, has always understood the value of a solid testimonial to endorse its rugged tool watches. From former Royal Marines commandos to UK Special Forces and freedivers to mountain climbers, Bremont is determined to prove that its tool watches can hack just […]

2 years ago

Hands-on – The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M Dark Grey GMT

The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M dive watch collection, introduced nearly two decades ago, has established itself as a symbol of robust case construction, impeccable water resistance, and high-performance movements. Seamlessly marrying the functionality of a tool watch with the style of a luxury timepiece, the Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M series has become a standout […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The Truly Affordable Citizen Challenge Diver Automatic Collection

While we all might dream of being able to spend big money on watches, the reality is that most people simply can’t or won’t. And when it comes to watches, most people start out with something simple and affordable. Brands like Seiko or Citizen immediately come to mind, as they’re known for providing excellent value […]

2 years ago

Introducing – The Doxa SUB 300β Seddiqi Limited Edition with a Mother-of-Pearl Dial

Doxa has a reputation, crafted through decades of dedication, of building proper tools for aquatic life. As one of the true pioneers in the field of dive watches, it is known for many robust barrel-shaped instruments. The design has become instantly recognizable as a Doxa, even from afar, regardless of its dial colour. While most […]

2 years ago

First Look – The New Longines Legend Diver 39mm No-Date

Whenever a watchmaking brand has an icon in the books, it tends to protect it with great care and introduce new colours and small technical updates to keep things fresh. Such is the case with the, dare we say it, legendary Longines Legend Diver. A watch modelled after an important diver from the late 1950s, […]

2 years ago