The vintage watch market is both a fantastic pathway to rare timepieces and, as any seasoned vintage watch collector can probably attest to, a potential monetary minefield. Lack of authenticity papers, unspecified modifications, and unknown service history can turn what would seem like a bargain into a financial nightmare in the blink of an eye. […]
Tsikolia Seven TW-7 Watch Review
From time to time, it pays off to take a break from the big names in the wristwatch industry and cast your gaze instead towards the wonderful world of micro-brands. Today I have the pleasure of reviewing the phenomenal, limited-edition TW-7 from Tsikolia Watches (formerly known as UNIQ Watches), established in 2011 by renowned Georgian […]
Orient President Day Date Watch Review
Since the advent of the wristwatch industry, certain watches have transcended the aesthetic sensibilities of their time, having been envisioned to be worn for decades all the way back from the drawing board. The Rolex Datejust, and later the Rolex Day Date, are clear examples of this, and have spawned a plethora of both ill-fated […]
Omega Seamaster 300m Review: Clash of the Wave Dials
“The watch,” demands Alec Trevelyan, his henchmen holding James Bond at gunpoint. “Ah… new model?” he asks, closely examining 007’s Omega Seamaster against his own watch. 006’s Seamaster might have been long obsolete compared to Bond’s newer laser-equipped timepiece, but in the real world, only a couple of years had passed since Omega had unveiled […]
Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope Watch Review
There comes a time in every watch collector’s journey when things start getting a little boring. Diver? Check. Pilot? Check. Dress watch? Check. Digital? Triple check. Sell some, buy some. Profit (yeah, right). Rinse, repeat. How is one supposed to break the cycle? Why, look no further than the Junghans Max Bill Chronoscope. A truly […]
Seiko SKX013 Review: The Everyday Midsize Diver
There is no shortage of diver watches in the market. Arguably the most popular watch of all time is a diver’s watch, and yet, it’s not like you can buy a Rolex Submariner every other Wednesday. What is the everyman to do when looking for the best price/quality ratio? Why, let’s take a look at […]
Mido Baroncelli Heritage Review: A Tale of Three Watches
As part of the Swatch Group, Mido is a guarantee of Swiss quality and craftsmanship. Though it might not be a readily recognizable brand in the USA, it nevertheless has thrived in the Latin American market, where it has had a strong presence since the 80s, even among people not very much into the hobby […]
Omega Speedmaster Reduced II 3539.50.00 Watch Review
The Speedmaster needs no introduction. Originally conceived as a racing chronograph, it nevertheless became forever associated with the space race after the reference 105.012 was worn by Buzz Aldrin on the Moon in 1969. However, as popular as the Moonwatch might be, there are countless variants and limited editions that are as worthy of attention […]