Looking at IWC’s portfolio, the Portugieser Chronograph is, without a doubt, one of the most emblematic watches around. Now in its second generation (ref. 3716), it’s a classic with a timeless appeal. In recent years, however, the Schaffhausen-based brand expanded the collection with brighter colours and more daring styles and even created an Individualisation Program to create […]
As the popularity of rubber straps becomes ever more apparent, and to aid in providing the best personal touch to their wearer’s watches, IWC is introducing a slew of options for the members of their Pilot’s range. Over the last 18 months the brand has updated the water resistance of their core Pilots range to … Continued
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The debate has raged on for years over putting dive watches on leather straps. It’s a fairly straight-forward argument for and against, with compelling reasonings on both sides. It’s true that having a leather strap goes against the subaquatic purposes that a dive watch is built for, but it’s also true that people rarely even … Continued
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What would be the perfect accessory for your 2021 Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Master Chronometer? For sure, it would be an OMEGA x NASA Velcro strap, wouldn’t it? Originally intended to be purely functional, allowing astronauts to wear the Speedmaster over their spacesuits, it’s a fan-favourite to complete “the look.” After the updated version of the […]
Throughout over 150 years of history, IWC has had a long tradition of innovation in materials. Think for instance about its early use of titanium together with Porsche Design, or the 1986 Da Vinci Chronograph Perpetual Calendar, which was the world’s first pure ceramic watch. Even recently, the brand introduced Ceratanium, a innovative blend of titanium […]
Three years ago, Dutch lady Erika started her own strap company, inspired by old-school Marine Nationale military straps – a great option for your vintage diver, your tool watches or your pilot chronograph. And while it’s « just » a strap, the Erika’s Original MN straps generated a lot of buzz becoming an instant hit […]
While having a chat over coffee one day with Giles Ellis, CEO, designer, and owner of Schofield Watch Company, we began discussing materials and colors for future straps. I suggested making a strap from an old pair of yellow Converse hightops that I had outgrown . . . and the idea went down well. Here’s how it looks.
Lac Crado A nice leather strap can really change the look of your watch. Whether it’s vintage leather with gorgeous patina or suede that’s as soft as plush it gives character to any timepiece. A color-coordinated stitching can look cool if it’s not pushed too far. Like black and white for a Rolex Submariner or […]
Being infected by the hobby of her husband, Fleur started her interest in watches a few years ago. While owning a Rolex, TAG Heuer Aquaracer, and an Omega Speedmaster she found that she could easily change the look of her watch by switching straps. Shortly after, the idea was born to start her own little […]