It is pretty impressive to see how Tudor’s Black Bay models have established themselves as more accessible options to the Rolex Submariner in a relatively short period of time without compromising on quality. But more than just being a more accessible Submariner, the Black Bay has gained its own status over the years, becoming an […]
We look through the history of Heuer’s and TAG Heuer’s dive watches, and how the brand cleverly uses reissues.
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There have been plenty of ups and downs in the history of Timex, and its recent $1 watch release bookends them all perfectly.
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Rolex… Whether you like the brand or not, whether you appreciate its watches or not, whether you understand the hype or not, it is hard to objectively deny the sheer quality and aura of its timepieces. There are obvious reasons for its success, for it to be the number one Swiss watch brand. And then […]
Buffy explores the history of the wristwatch, which goes back further than you might think.
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For as long as watchmaking has been distinguished from clockmaking, the Venn diagram between watches and jewellery has been a circle. No amount of utility or ruggedness disguises the fact that they’re accessories, and they’re a form of self-expression. Some watches however, are much further down the jewellery end of the spectrum. You can put … Continued
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Seiko has been a much-loved enthusiast brand for a long time. But it was the 1960s that defined its long-term success.
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It is often considered the most prolific complication in the watch world, and it has a long, complex, story to tell.
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From Citizen roots to shutting down, HMT watches still offer plenty of value – but getting one is a different story.
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With its recent release we wanted to go back to the history books and discover the incredible story of the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic.
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