Not too long ago we went over what is generally perceived by the watch community as the most useful watch complication. Well, today the pendulum has swung to the other side and we’ll explore what we think is the most useless complication. The simple and rather direct answer here is that the coveted tourbillon is […]

Here’s another question that comes up frequently in the watch community, usually from those who are just starting to dip their toes into watch collecting. If it’s your first watch, the quick and simple answer would be to buy a new modern era watch. Acquiring a modern watch is simply less headache in the short […]

This quick Q&A post is inspired by Vivian Morelli’s recent article on GQ Magazine, in which she asked me for a quote explaining a little bit about this variety of dial and my personal opinion. Admittedly, I’m not a huge fan of this dial’s rather quirky layout, but I realized I haven’t touched much on […]

This is an extremely common question that keeps popping up on the forums, and it’s quite specific to Rolex watches simply because they carry so much monetary value with them. It’s very tempting to want to engrave your Rolex watch, I’ve thought about it myself many times. After all, when you buy a once in […]

This is an age old question in the watch industry. Many experienced watch collectors have figured out the key to this dilemma, but at the same time many newcomers haven’t even figure out yet that lug length actually plays a role in watch sizing – let alone that at times it can be more important […]

If you’re searching for information on how to make the best decision between the Rolex Oyster and Jubilee bracelets, you’ve come to the right spot. Choosing between these two renowned bracelets is a common situation to be in, it’s really going to depend on which Rolex model you’re after, your lifestyle, and your personal style […]

The Omega Speedmaster is Queen of the chronograph segment, just under the iconic Daytona and right above literally any other sports inspired chronograph on the market. It’s been to the moon, and it’s graced the wrists of some of the most prominent figures in history. This is a watch that’s near aesthetic perfection, and it […]

Rolex, loved by almost all watch enthusiasts and shunned by a very few, incorporate some of the most stringent regulations in the watch industry. One question that frequently comes up in the watch community is whether or not Rolex makes their own rubber straps, and if they do – are they available for purchase by […]

Deciding which watch brand makes the most beautiful mechanical movement of all time is nearly impossible, and incredibly subjective. It’s essentially the same as asking who makes the most beautiful painting of all time. A high end mechanical watch movement and a painting are both pieces of art in their own form, and one persons […]