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 […]
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 […]
Sometimes an occasion doesn’t require 200 meters of water resistance, the ability to time a dive or a drive, or remarkably bright lume. Sometimes all you need is a simple, elegant-looking dress watch that tells the time without being too bulky or cumbersome. Dress watches typically feature nice, supple leather straps, clean dial designs, simple […]
In between sips of egg nog and the third run-through of the Michael Bublé Christmas soundtrack this December, you will surely be thinking of what presents you’d like Santa to bring for all your loved ones, and *ahem* maybe even yourself. Whether you know someone that’s a budding watch enthusiast or you’re just looking to […]
Chronographs are a popular style of sports watches, and among them, the Panda dial variants are a fan favorite. The Panda dial has been around since the mid-20th Century, during the golden age of motorsport racing, and remains available today on modern watches. But what is a Panda dial, you ask? It’s a dial that’s […]
Looking for a watch sized perfectly for a smaller wrist? Whether you’re looking to get yourself a new timepiece or a gift that’s sure to impress, there is no reason to sacrifice style, character, or performance for a smaller case size. Here are 11 of our favorite sub 40mm men’s watches for smaller wrists, each […]
Though Hamilton is known primarily for their military-inspired field and pilot’s watches, that doesn’t mean their divers should be overlooked. The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Auto is a rather versatile dive watch that features a water-resistance rating of 100 meters on the 40mm variant, and is available in a variety of gorgeous colorways. The olive […]