Since the dawn of personalized timekeeping, watchmakers have striven for higher levels of accuracy in their timepieces — originally through optimizing the efficiency of traditional mechanical movements, and eventually, starting around the mid-20th century, with the invention of electronic,...
If you’ve been around the horological block a few times, you’ll know that Seiko is a brand worth taking seriously when searching for a proper, professional-grade tool watch. The Japanese powerhouse has been forging a reputation for itself in the deep, dark trenches of the ocean since the...
For many enthusiasts, Tissot’s Gentleman has come to represent not only a compelling entry point into the world of mechanical Swiss watchmaking but is also touted by many as a contender for a “one and done” watch collection. Though it's received considerably less hype than the brand’s megastar...
As watch enthusiasts, we naturally come across certain details that we’re drawn to over and over again. For some, it might be specs, sizing, or certain genres. In addition to those qualities, I often find myself drawn to color, and one color more than others: turquoise. In a lineup of watches,...
Before we get into my review of the Oris Big Crown Pointer Date Bullseye, let's get some context about the brand out of the way. Oris traces its foundation to 1904, when two natives of the Swiss watchmaking town of Le Locle, Paul Cattin and Georges Christian, opened their watch factory in the...
I am here in Biel, Switzerland, to witness the unveiling of a brand new Constellation line from Omega – only this fact has proven to be just half the story. While there are nine new references in this new line of watches, Omega has also taken the next step since it launched its neutral accuracy...
The Longines Hydroconquest, the Saint-Imier brand’s most prominent and forward-looking diver’s watch, made its debut in 2007 and has changed very little in its key features and elements — despite expanding during the nearly two decades since into a variety of sizes, colorways, and materials....
[toc-section heading="Squale Overview"] Squale is a historic manufacture with a particular specialty in the realm of dive watches. The company’s heritage is deeper than you may realize, as it extends beyond its own footprint, touching an extensive list of partners that helped to shape the...
Once upon a time, if you cared about time, you looked to Britain, no questions asked. Long before Switzerland became the spiritual home of horology, the United Kingdom was also the undisputed king of timekeeping. For centuries, it set the pace. Do heavyweights like John Harrison and Thomas Mudge...
For over a century, the traditional round case has dominated the horological landscape, granting a sensible, utilitarian canvas for reading the time. However, for those who seek to venture off the beaten path, the tonneau or barrel-shaped watch affords a thrilling and historically rich...
For over a century, the traditional round case has dominated the horological landscape, granting a sensible, utilitarian canvas for reading the time. However, for those who seek to venture off the beaten path, the tonneau or barrel-shaped watch affords a thrilling and historically rich...
In general, a conversation about the top watch producing countries centers around two nations: Switzerland and Japan , with Japan often occupying the more affordable end of the spectrum and Switzerland more commonly associated with luxury watches and high watchmaking. Of course, this is an...
