The smallest watch you’ve never heard of

The watch industry has two major forces acting as historians. One is the obsessive group of passionate collectors who archive knowledge and record every minute detail they can, and the other is the marketing departments of brands who may omit or exaggerate certain facts to control their employer’s legacy in the public consciousness. Unfortunately for … Continued

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2 years ago

The Unusual Suspects – The Daniel Roth Masters Chronograph is a masterful piece by a legendary watchmaker for under $10,000

High-end, independent watchmaking has become difficult to come by in recent times, as many have begun to realise that paying huge mark-ups on mass-produced watches isn’t that cool. The problem is, however, that even when you do discover a niche independent that produces something that you like, it’s increasingly common that they already have a … Continued

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2 years ago

Scratch me if you can: How to wear your luxury watch and minimise the wear and tear

There’s nothing more frustrating to a budget-oriented collector than seeing safe-queen luxury watches that get snapped up and hidden away, only to drive up prices and leave those watches unappreciated. Sure regular wear is likely to result in the odd scratch and bruise – that’s an inevitable part of the process. But if you want … Continued

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2 years ago

Dialled Up: Six watch dial finishes that will change the personality of your watch

When someone hands you a watch, do you immediately comment on the movement? Do you look at the case finishing first? Does the bracelet command your gaze? Chances are, the first thing that grabs your attention is the dial. No matter how nice the movement inside, or even how suitable the dimensions are for your … Continued

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2 years ago

That time we asked an independent watchmaker why the Grand Seiko 9SA5 caliber is so remarkable

Editor’s Note: While it has been a few years since the debut of the calibre, to this day the Grand Seiko calibre 9SA5, and its performance and aesthetic, is constantly a point of conversation on all forums touching on the brand. But, who better to get a take on the 9SA5 from than an incredibly talented independent … Continued

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2 years ago

Agenhor, and the many movements of the Genevan complication masters (Part 1)

There are not many movement manufacturers nor watch brands that can lay claim to a staggering 9 GPHG awards, though Agenhor is one of them. Sure, the GPHG awards are like the Oscars in some ways – somewhat exclusive and at times certainly controversial – but they, for the most part, represent the crème de … Continued

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2 years ago

Why do you keep hearing about Kurono watches?

Editor’s Note: Recently the Kurono Chronograph 1 Mk.2 went up for sale, and has since sold out. More seasoned watch enthusiasts are likely familiar with the cult-followed micro-independent brand, but,  for those new to to the space, some of you may have been wondering what all the hoopla on social media was all about. So, we refer you to Zach’s first story on … Continued

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2 years ago

IN-DEPTH: The history of stone dials

It’s incredibly rare that anything truly new happens in the watch world, and even the most groundbreaking innovations can often have their roots in technology and theories from decades ago. Something that has been swirling around the fringes of popularity, for the last few years in particular, is the phenomenon of stone dials, whether they’re … Continued

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2 years ago

The astounding history of Waldan Watches unfolds like a Hollywood movie

If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’ve seen the name Waldan before. Their USA-assembled Heritage Series of daily wear watches have been well-received since their introduction, offering a pretty remarkable value proposition in a classically handsome package. But there’s a lesser-known history behind the Waldan name, one that touches on many remarkable moments … Continued

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2 years ago

VIDEO: How Audemars Piguet used the quartz crisis to refine their brand vision

It’s well-known that between 1975 and 1985, the Swiss watch industry collapsed and its chances of survival looked slim. Many manufacturers went bust or were forced to join larger conglomerates. The primary cause of the disruption was, of course, the innovation of electronic quartz movements. On Christmas day, 1969, Seiko released the Astron, the first-ever … Continued

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2 years ago