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You’ve seen our picks at under €1,000, €3,000, and even €5,000. Before we climb up to the next (and final) rung of the price ladder and show you our favorite sub-€10K watches, we decided to take on a slightly different challenge. We daydream and philosophize all the time at Fratello HQ. Whether it’s about our […] Visit Building The Perfect Watch Collection With €25,000 — Nacho’s Picks From Rolex, Omega, Tudor, And More to read the full article.

In Ian Skellern's (far from humble) opinion, the Urwerk UR-100 is a breath of fresh air in the usually incredibly staid world of the dress watch. And the UR-100V Time & Culture II takes it to a whole new level. The post New Release: Urwerk UR-100V Time & Culture II appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The colour worn by nobility was specifically Tyrian purple. It is this association with royalty that inspired our timepiece’s evocative sobriquet, wrote by Wei Koh, Founder of Revolution Watch, “Color has always held a special fascination for me, particularly in the way the subtle control and modulation of hue is capable of extraordinary expression.” Our… Continue reading Up Close with Parmigiani Fleurier X Revolution Tonda PF Micro-Rotor ‘Purple Reign’ The post Up Close with Parmigiani Fleurier X Revolution Tonda PF Micro-Rotor ‘Purple Reign’ appeared first on Revolution Watch.

In this episode of The Collector’s Perspective, Wei Koh is joined by @nycwatchguy, who talks about his watch collecting journey, by starting from the very beginning — the 70s-era-dominating digital watches. He also talks about being Michael Jordan’s biggest fan and being the master of memes, despite the seriousness of the watch world. The post NYC Watch Guy, The Serious Watch Collector Who Doesn’t Take It Seriously | TCP appeared first on Revolution Watch.

Microbrands didn’t just come about because Kickstarter made fundraising accessible and non-European manufacturing improved in quality – they were also a product of necessity. As luxury watch prices went up and collectors craved unique looks, microbrands were there to fill the hole. Now there are hundreds of them, but UniDesign Watch Co. is one of … Continued The post The UniDesign Model One shows what microbrands are for appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The UniDesign Model One shows what microbrands are for appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Breguet’s most famous invention, the tourbillon, returns to the Marine collection. An ensemble of seafaring-inspired sporty timepieces, the Marine honors brand founder Abraham-Louis Breguet’s maritime contributions, notably, his appointment by the King of France as the official chronometer maker to the Royal Navy. Today, the Marine Tourbillon 5577 embodies this legacy in a streamlined execution […] Visit Breguet Introduces The Flat And Sporty Marine Tourbillon 5577 to read the full article.

As collectors and enthusiasts, we know the world of wristwatches reaches far beyond the watches themselves. In fact, accessorizing is one of the best ways to expand and deepen our appreciation for what we have. One of the most fun (and important) considerations is how we store and keep our watches. When traveling, consider a […] The post Watch Storage Solutions From the Windup Watch Shop appeared first on Worn & Wound.

If you’re in the market for a new watch, Tamim Almousa's advice is, if there’s a Rolex that you like, go for it. But if you just want a Rolex, you’re probably better off with an Omega. Here he explains why. The post So, You Want to Buy a Rolex? Well, Daddy-O, I’m here to Talk you Out of It! appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Welcome to a special episode of A Week In Watches filmed live on the floor of our Windup Watch Fair New York. This episode features first hand looks at some of the new watches released at or around the fair with commentary from the people behind them. This year’s fair was our biggest ever, so […] The post A Week In Watches: Ep. 66 – Windup Watch Fair NYC Special appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The effects of the coronavirus pandemic were obviously widespread, but the wristwatch industry didn’t suffer nearly as much as was predicted. Some companies even managed to do better in lockdown, as watch enthusiasts had nothing else to do but browse online and shop. There was a cultural shift certainly, but that also led to a … Continued The post Which watch trends survived the pandemic? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Which watch trends survived the pandemic? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Mido celebrates the rich history of Mexico in the new limited edition of the Commander Big Date “Homenaje.” In a round case with a diameter of 42mm made of stainless steel, the polished bezel and the satin-finished case sides and ...

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The Deployant Team attended the Second Chapter of Spring Sprang Sprung (SPRG), an independent watch fair that is created by Sugiharto Kusumadi of Red Army Watches and Yong Keong Lim of Feynman Timekeepers. We pick our favourite watches from the event. It is conceptualised as a fun, casual, welcoming and inclusive platform for independent watch brand [...] The post Spring Sprang Sprung 2023 – our picks for Best in Show appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

The Urwerk UR-120 is a thematic update for the UR-110 using what appears to be a very similar mechanism and dial layout. Even the case is generally the same. But while at first glance it shares much with the UR-110 in essence, when you start to compare the two this is a dramatically different watch, in particular when it gives you the Vulcan salute! The post Urwerk UR-120 ‘Spock’: It’s Great to be A Nerd – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Following last week’s Buying Guide where we listed a range of stylish and practical luxury sports chronographs, we’re shifting things into high gear this week! Again taking a look at the ever-popular chronograph, we take to the tracks instead. These five watches are all closely related to motorsports, where timing is of the essence. And […]

Vintage Rolex and Antiques Roadshow - name a better love story than that. The post This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Perhaps you have noticed that some of the most famous luxury fashion brands have a very sleek and almost minimalist logo nowadays. You might also know what the classic Yves Saint Laurent logo looks like. There was the vertical monogram of Y, S, and L designed by Cassandre, one of the most influential poster artists […] Visit Luxury Brand Logos Losing Their Charm — From A Unique Look To A Standard Combination Of Letters to read the full article.

It’s time for a legendary showdown between the most discussed chronograph watches in the world. It’s the Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” versus the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona! The latter in stainless steel is one of the most coveted watches on Earth. It’s equally as desirable among those who are new to watches as those in the […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Omega Speedmaster Professional Vs. Rolex Cosmograph Daytona to read the full article.

With a wide open view of the Powermatic 80 movement within, we go hands-on with Certina's take on a skeletonised dial. The post The new Certina DS-1 Skeleton shows off the latest Powermatic 80 development appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The new Certina DS-1 Skeleton shows off the latest Powermatic 80 development appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The Zenith Defy Skyline is loosely based around the historical Defy, which had a faceted bezel (arguably the very first octagonal steel sports watch in 1969), but the Skyline switches it up to a dodecagon (12-sided polygon) and a bolder case silhouette. And this is not the only reason Joshua Munchow is so enamored. The post Zenith Defy Skyline: How to Kill Two Birds with One Watch – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The dodecagonal Riviera shape is moulded into a brawny diver with some impressive specs. The post The Baume & Mercier Azur 300m is a strong dive remix of a classic shape appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Baume & Mercier Azur 300m is a strong dive remix of a classic shape appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.