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The Full-Metal G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now in yellow gold

The Casio G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now available in a Full-Metal yellow gold hued case and bracelet Casio are catching up with the modding community slowly, but with more originality and authenticity Solar charging and Bluetooth connectivity make it an extremely practical watch It may have taken Casio several years to catch up to the modding … Continued

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Introducing: Seiko Is Back In Black With Three Classic Releases

Three of the brand’s most tried-and-true references get a blacked-out treatment.

Six times you should never take a photo of your watch

Editor’s note: A while back, the New York Times wrote a story entitled Instagram and the Watch World about how social media had “created a level of consumer interaction that the rarified world of fine watchmaking had never experienced before”. There are a lot of positives in terms of how social media has made watches … Continued

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Buying Guide – Five Microbrands Well Worth Your Time And Money

The term microbrand usually evokes mixed feelings for most people but there are some absolute gems to be discovered. This segment of the watch industry has boomed over the last five to 10 years and some of these passionately driven brands have been able to outgrow their microbrand status. But what defines a microbrand exactly? […]

HANDS-ON: The Ball Endurance 1917 Series is dedicated to the heroic explorer Ernest Shackleton

Ask anyone to name an explorer of any kind, and there’s a high chance that you’ll hear the name Ernest Shackleton. Although his fame faded after his final expedition and death in 1922, the past 50 years or so have seen a resounding recognition of his heroic exploits in the Antarctic. The Imperial Trans-Antarctic Expedition … Continued

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IN-DEPTH: The history of Landeron, the legendary manufacturer that never gets the recognition it deserves

In the collective memory of watch enthusiasts, the legendary watchmakers are the likes of Breguet, Lange and of course the holy trinity of Audemars Piguet, Vacheron Constantin and Patek Philippe. Investigating the history of more affordable and less luxurious movements brings up ETA, Miyota and Seiko, but there is one company which never seems to … Continued

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10 signs you’re becoming a watch snob

Watch enthusiasts do not always share the Swiss philosophy of neutrality. Being enthusiastic about something inevitably leads to hot takes, strong and stubborn opinions and, in turn, some snobbery. On the wrong day, I am definitely guilty of it myself – we’re all human after all. The reality is this niche hobby becomes less welcoming … Continued

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Weekend Edition: A Vintage Heuer Reference Guide, A Throwback Longines, And Don’t You Dare Call The Française A Ladies’ Watch

We dig into the latest in toolish German divers, the re-launch of an old-school brand, and how Tudor is picking up speed on two wheels.

The 5 watches you’ll regret buying

Making mistakes is often credited as the best way to learn, but in the case of watch collecting your mistakes can be both emotionally and financially draining. Buying a watch that you either soon or eventually live to regret is painful, and even if you sell it then you might take a loss. But, if … Continued

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The Petrolhead Corner – A Quick Rundown Of The Upcoming Formula One 2023 Season

As the new year is well underway by now, we’re gearing up for another season in Formula 1 racing, the highest echelon in motorsports. Will Max Verstappen continue his dominant form to clinch a third consecutive title? Will Ferrari show immense speed again? Can Mercedes bounce back or continue bouncing like last year? That’s all […]