There’s one thing that can’t be denied about Orient’s watches, it’s the impressive value for the money they offer. We’ve seen it very clearly with the new Bambino 38, which left a very positive impression on the team. Accessible and yet well built, they however sometimes can lack a bit of fun and cool. Well, […]
While most are familiar with the rugged and purpose-built watches of the Prospex collection, Seiko also knows how to make more elegant and classically-designed watches. This is the mission of the Presage collection, a range that became global in 2016 and that has expanded drastically over the years. As a departure from the traditional “Japanese […]
Hamilton‘s connection with military forces and pilots is undeniable, and strong. In the past, the brand has been one of the main suppliers of both American and British forces, resulting in some arguably cool models with a typical no-nonsense look. We’ve recently seen this inspiration within the Pioneer Mechanical Chronograph, reviving a vintage watch for […]
Fun fact that many might not know, but back in the 1930s Mido was nicknamed the “King of Waterproof” due to the brand expertise in the field of water-resistant watches – which were not that common back in the days. This tradition continued with the brand’s early dive watches made in the 1960s. Part of […]
Timex has a solid reputation for producing smart, affordable timepieces and has recently introduced a new version of its Timex Giorgio Galli S1. A novelty we think looks rather handsome, it is mechanically powered and won’t break the bank. So far, it ticks all our boxes as a strong value-for-money timepiece. The faithful reissue of […]
Here’s the battle of accessible British military-inspired watches! The two watches we’re about to compare are indeed very similar in spirit and execution. Undoubtedly, there are drastic differences between them, but there are strong resemblances too. Both watches are accessible, hand-wound, inspired by past military-issued models for the British Armed Forces (the MoD and the […]
Unless you’ve completely lost track of what’s happening in the watch industry for the last 2 years, you’re certainly aware of the sports watch with integrated bracelet’s comeback. Following the impressive popularity of watches such as the Royal Oak and the Nautilus, many watch enthusiasts have suddenly felt the itch for adding such a watch […]
Swiss watch brand Delbana, whose headquarters are now situated in Lengnau and linked to Delma watches, is a family-run business that has dedicated the last 90 years to making luxury watches more affordable. The release of the new Delbana Recordmaster watch is an extension of this mission – a 90-limited-edition timepiece based on an original […]
Gone are the days when microbrands were dismissed as pariahs of the industry. Second class timekeepers to more familiar, established brands. While not all microbrands are created equal, the subset has evolved into bonafide players that give the old pros a run for their money. Given the much smaller scale and freedom from corporate interference, […]
When it comes down to choosing an accessible dive watch, there are plenty of options to consider. Understandably, it isn’t too difficult to create a watch with a 200m water-resistance and stylish look. When it comes to a true deep diver’s watch, capable of withstanding extreme pressures, and fully equipped for saturation diving, the story […]