The chronograph watch, commonly defined by its sub-dials and stopwatch functionality, is a versatile timekeeping instrument with a rich history that spans centuries. Derived from the Greek words for “time” and “writer,” the chronograph has played an integral role in various fields, including sports, aviation, and scientific exploration. Today, chronograph watches are some of the […]
Every community or culture has a specific language, filled with phrases and words that are familiar to those on the inside—but perhaps a little perplexing to those just listening in. The watch community is no different with watch lingo that can be difficult to understand if you’re not well-versed in the jargon. And this is […]
When we speak about affordable watches, some genres offer numerous budget options. For instance, there are plenty of affordable time-only, diving, chronograph, and GMT watches out there. However, there are some watch types that are a little more challenging in the pricing department; for example, tourbillon watches are known to be some of the most […]
The Breitling Navitimer has a long and storied history dating back to around 70 years by name, but even further back in function development. Breitling was always known for their chronographs having pioneered both the 2 o’clock pusher and 4 o’clock pusher placement for its chronograph function, which are now standard. In addition to mechanical […]
The watch community has a penchant for abbreviations, jargon, and nicknames. From strap monster and wrist check to Batman and Speedy, watch folk often speak in code. A relatively new term that’s cropping up is the GADA watch, which stands for a ‘Go Anywhere, Do Anything’ watch. As its name suggests, a GADA is an […]
As its name suggests, a day-date watch is one that displays the day of the week along with the date. Not only is it one of the most practical types of calendar watches you can own but it’s also simple to use and set. While the day-date is mostly associated with the exceedingly expensive and […]
The subject of integrated bracelets or integrated bands can harbor much debate within the watch enthusiast community. On one hand, an integrated band could be defined as one that is not easily replaced by aftermarket straps of standard lug widths. Sometimes, an extra protrusion of a lug in the midspan of the case can prevent […]
While stainless steel sports watches are experiencing their heyday right now in terms of popularity, bronze watches are another option that shouldn’t be overlooked. Bronze has the unique trait that it will develop an oxidation layer on its outer surface, resulting in a beautiful and rugged patina. The level of patina can be controlled quite […]