Rewind – Looking Back at the World’s Thinnest Mechanical Watch Ever

It may have only been an exercise in style, a technical demonstration and a prototype – even though we still hope to see this watch one day in stores – the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept remains one of the most staggering timepieces we’ve seen recently. Forget about the design and the rather simple time-only display… […]

6 years ago

Rewind – Looking Back at the World’s Thinnest Mechanical Watch Ever

It may have only been an exercise in style, a technical demonstration and a prototype – even though we still hope to see this watch one day in stores – the Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept remains one of the most staggering timepieces we’ve seen recently. Forget about the design and the rather simple time-only display… […]

6 years ago

VIDEO: All three limited edition watches from the new Seiko 55th Anniversary dive watch collection

Seiko 55th Anniversary dive watch collectionThis year, Seiko is celebrating 55 years since their first-ever dive watch, which was released in 1965. Since then, the dive watch has become a core part of Seiko’s offering, with innumerable watches released over the years, many of which have developed cult followings. To mark this occasion, Seiko have released a trio of limited edition watches, each paying tribute to an important dive watch from their archive. The three watches in question are based on references released in 1965, 1968 and 1975 respectively, and all still make up a significant part of their professional collection today. As I mentioned, they are limited in their production numbers. Each watch will be available in 1100 pieces, and will be delivered between June and July of this year.  Seiko 55th Anniversary Dive Watch Collection Australian Pricing The Seiko SLA037J1 reissue from 1965 is AUD$9750, The Seiko SLA039J1 reissue from 1968 is AUD$10,500 The Seiko SLA041J1 reissue from 1975 is AUD$6950.  Made in partnership with Seiko. However, the opinions expressed in this article are our own in accordance with our Editorial Policy.

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6 years ago

A month in iso with the Timex Q, a watch that reconnected me with the fun in collecting

Timex Q reviewWatch collecting is fun. At least it should be, which means that from time to time, you have to get back to basics and enjoy the roots of the hobby. Even though a lot of us turn a blind eye to it, one of the staples of the watch industry is inexpensive quartz-powered timepieces. For years, Timex has been the go-to brand for people worldwide looking for the time on their wrist at a great price. And I would argue that Timex has in fact cultivated its brand cachet as well as some of the luxury heavy hitters.  During these stay-at-home self-isolation days, watch enthusiasts are finding more time to immerse themselves in Instagram and other social media featuring plenty of high-end, high-complication eye candy. This is all well and good, however I propose that an occasional palate cleanser is needed and that the Timex Q Reissue fills that role perfectly. When a brand has accumulated history and a deep archive, inevitably it can start to draw new customers by reprising the past, especially while appetites for styles of yore are not exactly on the wane. Timex has done just that with last year’s Q Reissue. The origin story of…

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6 years ago

Just Because – Taking the Tutima M2 Pioneer into Icy Depths for a New World Record

Watches are the perfect life companions, we all know that. But sometimes, the reminders of that unconditional love turn up in the most unexpected places. Even if you’re not really a diver, the unimaginable achievements of the freediver Tolga Taskin are worth a  moment of your time. And the Tutima on his wrist turned out […]

6 years ago

Just Because – Taking the Tutima M2 Pioneer into Icy Depths for a New World Record

Watches are the perfect life companions, we all know that. But sometimes, the reminders of that unconditional love turn up in the most unexpected places. Even if you’re not really a diver, the unimaginable achievements of the freediver Tolga Taskin are worth a  moment of your time. And the Tutima on his wrist turned out […]

6 years ago