There’s absolutely no stopping the phenomenal rise and popularity of natural stone dials! Surpassing the typical short lifespan of a trend, the natural stone dial that surged in popularity in the 1960s and 1970s is here to stay. From micro-brands to mainstream giants and everything in between,...
There’s something about a tuxedo dial that always gets under my skin. That high-contrast, black-and-white look — usually a dark perimeter surrounding a lighter center — evokes more than legibility; it conjures an entire era of design. Think black-tie parties, cocktail hours, and the sort of...
Artem Loop-Less Hydroflex, £199 The concept behind the Loop-less HydroFlex was to create a stylish looking strap that is equipped to deal with all circumstances while retaining comfort and convenience. That’s a tall ask. However, Artem found the solution by developing their own proprietary...
This Ferdinand Berthoud is my kinda watch. It isn’t perfect (truly nothing is), but it is breathtaking and captivating. The beauty is all in the execution and the details. This watch is bursting with small features and obsessive layers of manual craftsmanship to discover. Taken together, these...
It’s that time of the week again — time for another Sunday Morning Showdown! This time, Mike and Jorg face off in a battle of rugged GMTs. Jorg’s pick is the recently introduced Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT, which takes on Mike’s Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT. Both are rugged GMT pieces...
In a basic mechanical movement, there are two primary springs: one that delivers power and another one to keep it accurately beating. But others are essential for this overall dance to work. Once complications are added, even more are needed and complex pieces can have dozens of springs. When...
This year marks a significant milestone for Orient Star. The Japanese watch brand turns 75 and plans to celebrate with several limited‑edition releases. Each model will highlight Orient Star’s heritage, craftsmanship, innovation, or a mix of all three. The brand also seems ready to introduce...
If the Year of the Horse holds special meaning for you and you want to express that through a watch, things might get costly. Lunar New Year watches are often the domain of prestigious Haute Horlogerie brands. They will put their craftspeople to work to create highly limited quantities of...
“A striking tribute to an American classic from the heart of the golden age of motorcycling”, is the way Indian describes its all-new Chief Vintage. It not only represents the very best of what Indian has to offer, but it also celebrates the company’s 125th anniversary. With a legacy dating back...
I’m going to say something that may not be right and that many may disagree with, but which popped into my mind while thinking about this watch. Xeric is the affordable Jacob & Co. The brand has always made fun watches with odd complications or displays that put novelty and quirkiness above...
