Rather than rattling off reference numbers, many in the watch collecting community like to depend on nicknames. It’s hard to deny that “Batman” is a lot easier to remember than “116710BLNR.” Not only is a watch nickname simpler to remember but it can also make it clear which specific watch model you’re referring to. For […]
While it happened a few months later than usual due to the global pandemic, Rolex has finally unveiled its new models for the year. And despite the current situation and people having to see the new watches from afar via their screens, Rolex did what it does best and was the center of attention on […]
It was just a few short decades ago that wearing a watch was essential to keep track of the time. These days however, a quick glance at your phone, computer, or any other electronic device can tell you the time. As such, people who wear watches today do it more so to make a style […]
Once upon a time, chronograph watches were considered to be essential tools, used in a variety of fields including astronomy, engineering, medicine, and sports. A chronograph, which is a type of watch that includes a stopwatch function, was exceedingly practical because of its ability to measure and record elapsed time. Doctors could use chronographs to […]
White dials seem to be less and less common in horology lately, which—considering their versatility—is a bit of a shame. Much like a black dial, everyone needs a nice white dialed watch in their collection. Dress watches like a Cartier Tank, IWC Portugieser, or something out of the Jaeger LeCoultre Master series sound like the […]
Expensive taste in watches but don’t have the budget to keep up? Fear not; there are plenty of fantastic watches out there with price tags that won’t break the bank. We’ve rounded up some the most iconic (and costly) watches in the market today and found great looking alternatives to wear while you save for […]
Sunny days and balmy nights can only mean that summer is in full swing. Whether you’re spending the year’s hottest months poolside, exploring new cities, or venturing into the great outdoors, here are some of our favorite summer watches to wear right now. Orient Defender Automatic Field Watch If your summer plans involve camping, hiking, […]
In the watch world there are a lot of nicknames out there. We recently gave you a breakdown of some of the obscure nicknames that make up the past and present Seiko catalog, but there are plenty of other nicknames in the watch world that you need to be aware of. Primarily focusing on dials […]
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