Although Seiko (then “Seikosha”) introduced its first pocket watch called the Timekeeper in 1895 and its first wristwatch dubbed the Laurel in 1913, it wasn’t until 1924 that the first wristwatch with the name “Seiko” on the dial made its debut. That marks the origins of the Seiko brand as we know it today. As […]
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Discover the White Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch and Budget-Friendly Alternatives
In some exciting news for Speedmaster fans and space aficionados alike, Omega has recently launched the latest iteration of its iconic chronograph, the Omega Speedmaster. This new edition boasts a striking lacquered white dial, drawing inspiration from both space exploration aesthetics and the illustrious heritage of the Speedmaster collection. Not only will we cover all […]
The History of Chronograph Watches
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 […]
History of the Breitling Navitimer
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 […]
Rolex Submariner: History & Evolution
The Rolex Submariner is arguably the world’s most famous dive watch, often copied but never duplicated. Naturally, Rolex has updated and evolved the watch throughout the Submariner’s seven-decade history. However, despite all the improvements, the brand has ensured that the Submariner has retained its iconic design language. As a result, Submariner watches, whether from the […]
Quintessential 90s Style Watches
Fashion is cyclical – trends come and go. What’s in style today will eventually be overtaken by the “next best thing,” possibly returning as fashionable a few decades later. While watches are not nearly as vulnerable to changing tastes as clothes and shoes, there are definitely a few watch designs that were more popular in […]
Guide to Different Watch Case Shapes
Watches come in a wide variety of styles, including sizes, materials, and most importantly, shapes. While the vast majority of watches are round, this is certainly not the only option. Shaped wristwatches became popular in the early 1900s, especially during the Art Deco period. If you’re interested in learning about various timepiece shapes, then this […]
The History of Watches & Watch Bands
Three Queens, a Hungarian Countess, a young girl, a German Emperor, an Argentinian aviation pioneer and several wars make for an unusual combination that leads to a rather potted history of the watch strap’s evolution! If you’ll kindly excuse the pun, the invention of the wrist watch goes hand-in-glove with the watch strap! Here’s our […]
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