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Can watch brands force-feed us collectibility? It is a genuine question that emerged during our first editorial meeting after Watches and Wonders 2023. Many of my colleagues noticed how brands announced watches as “for collectors.” That may sound logical, but is it? Who determines whether a watch is collectible? And what does it say about […] Visit Serious Question: Can We — Watch Geeks — Be Force-Fed Collectibility? to read the full article.

Grand Seiko has attracted a wide base of watch enthusiasts to their products. Previously an underdog trying to break through in regions outside of Japan, there has to be some special quality to the DNA of their watches to garner attention away from usual suspects like Rolex and Omega. Irrefutably the special ingredient in the … Continued The post Understanding Grand Seiko design at a deeper level with GS designer Akira Yoshida appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Understanding Grand Seiko design at a deeper level with GS designer Akira Yoshida appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

MoonSwatch took Manhattan with a new differentiating detail, and we were on the scene to see it.

All artisans draw inspiration from their environments, but Japanese craftspeople are particularly well known for this, as we witness in the exquisite creations of Minase. Launched in 2005 and named after its home village in Akita Prefecture, Minase offers handmade timepieces imbued with Japanese traditions. The independent brand demonstrates its horological pinnacle with the Masterpiece […] Visit Minase Presents The Masterpiece Akita Silver Filigree Unique Piece to read the full article.

Giving the people what they want.

eBay Finds is back! This bi-monthly installment will feature a selection of watches currently listed on eBay that have caught the eye of editor Christoph McNeil (@vintagediver). If you come across any hidden gems on the ‘Bay drop us a note at info@wornandwound.com for potential inclusion! Vintage Omega Seamaster Jumbo Going to start this week off with […] The post eBay Finds: Diver Chronographs, Full Kits, & NOS Goodness appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The new Angelus Chronodate Titanium ‘Fern Green’ boasts a 42.5 mm case that continues the neo-retro spirit of this sporty chronograph. With a look somewhat resemblant to the vintage IWC Porsche Design watches from the past —especially when on a bracelet—, the Angelus Chronodate comes with a sleek vintage aura in a very contemporary execution.

While most of the watch community has been talking about the new (and objectively very cool) Black Bay 54, with its sleek vintage look and compact case, there was more news to be seen on Tudor‘s booth at Watches & Wonders. And if it appeared to be a discreet release at first sight, the most […]

When iconic American watchmaking brands are brought up, it’s impossible not to mention Bulova. Born out of the mind of Joseph Bulova in 1875, the brand has been making quality timepieces for nearly one and a half centuries, with the brand’s 150th anniversary coming up soon. When a brand gets their start so early in […] The post The Breadth of Bulova: A Guide to American Icons appeared first on Worn & Wound.

This year at Watches & Wonders 2023 Cartier released several new models under this collection but one that takes the center stage is the new Santos-Dumont Micro-Rotor with a skeletonized dial and a platinum micro-rotor decorated with the shape of the famous monoplane aircraft ‘La Demoiselle’ flown by Alberto Santos-Dumont.

Just a few short years ago, Rolex surprised all of us by returning the Explorer to its 36mm roots, after a relatively short stint at 39mm. I discuss that move and the watch itself at length in this review of the ever charming 124270. While many lamented the change, there is certainly no shortage of […] The post The Rolex Explorer Welcomes New 40mm Case appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Whether or not you have a religious affiliation with Easter, any excuse to bulk buy chocolate will make for a great weekend. Debates will always rage over which brand of Easter chocolate is the best, but one undeniable truth is that the polarising brown watch dial seems to be gaining popularity. Without further ado, here … Continued The post The top 10 chocolate dials for Easter from $250 to $75,700 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The top 10 chocolate dials for Easter from $250 to $75,700 appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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When it comes to military watches, my mind draws a bold red line between two distinct types. First, there’s the batch that originates from the vintage kin. You know, the Dirty Dozen field watch, the stoic flieger, and of course the quintessential stainless steel diver. Then there’s the modern and robust digital watch equipped with […] The post A Picture of Good Stealth: Luminox Unveils the Master Carbon SEAL Automatic appeared first on Worn & Wound.

This is one of those watches you can’t crave until you spend some time with it. The ASU Calendar with a Pierce movement is not only cute but also functional and pretty addictive. Whenever I dive deep into the safe and pull out something that many collectors haven’t seen before, you tell me how happy […] Visit #TBT The ASU Calendar — A Perfect Entry Into Complicated Vintage Watches to read the full article.

Wei visits Frederique Constant’s manufacture in Plan-les-Ouates, Geneva to speak to Managing Director of the brand, Niels Eggerding, about the limited edition collaboration that is probably the most revolutionary that we have ever done. The Frederique Constant x Revolution Slimline Monolithic Future Past (Salmon) celebrates watchmaking’s past with a form factor reminiscent of 1940s chronometers […] The post Talking with Niels Eggerding About the Frederique Constant x Revolution Slimline Monolithic FP(S) appeared first on Revolution.

With five new Noramis Date models, Union Glashütte once again demonstrates its savoir-faire in tasteful retro editions. The 40mm automatic steel watches are presented in a range of very cool colors – positano yellow, bahiarot, cornflower ...

The Black Sparrow Collection will be the second series of Reservoir watches inspired by the cockpit instruments of vintage aircraft. The previously released Reservoir Airfight featured a signature retrograde minute hand, a jumping hour and a power reserve indicator. The Black Sparrow models lose the power reserve indicator and offer a different esthetic, supported by […]

A fresh take on Art Deco that doesn't take itself so seriously.

Cartier’s Santos is considered to be the first wristwatch and the first pilot’s watch of all time. To this day, its legacy remains unbroken. Alberto Santos-Dumont was more than just a pilot – he was obsessed with flying and ...