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If you’re a regular reader here on Fratello, you’ll have seen that we’ve written about the colorful creations spawned from the creative minds of IFL Watches on numerous occasions. An irresistible kind of magic ignites when two distinct forms of artistry come together. With the new Arctic and Midnight Sky Concepts from IFL Watches, that’s […] Visit IFL Watches Drops The Highly Anticipated PRX 35mm Arctic And Midnight Sky Concepts to read the full article.

At its core, the O.G. Deep Space is a very simple watch without any gimmicks masquerading as features, allowing it to be observed and appreciated for what it is, a solid time-only watch. It displays the hours and minutes on a supremely clean dial that lacks pomp or flourish, with just enough going on to create a strong first impression. The post O.G. Deep Space: Classic Methods, Modern Aesthetic appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Watch lovers are always on the lookout for ways to source highly in-demand pieces at prices that aren’t totally bananas. One potential avenue for this are those auctions held by police or government authorities. These often feature items that have been seized or repossessed, because if an asset was used in a crime, owned by … Continued The post Thai Customs admits selling fake luxury watches in auction including pieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe and Richard Mille appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Thai Customs admits selling fake luxury watches in auction including pieces from Rolex, Patek Philippe and Richard Mille appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

On this week’s episode of A Week in Watches, we have a bunch of complications and some pretty cool case materials. We start with the UK’s Garrick and their Regulator MK2. From there we head to Austria to check out Habring2’s new Top-Seconds chronograph. After, it’s off to Switzerland for Ochs Und Junior’s new, but […] The post A Week in Watches Ep. 58: Is Zodiac Brilliant or Bonkers? appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The watch that inspired our recent "Not For (Re)Sale" Hublot Limited Edition.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors For this week’s Sunday musings, we suggest six watches to help you survive the urban jungle. Six watches for survival in the urban jungle But first some criteria. Because, as one might know, almost any watch can fit this very broad category. Here are some “of the “rules” to put some boundaries, so to speak: [...] The post Six watches for survival in the urban jungle appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

This year the Bulgari Octo Roma received a long overdue makeover that brings it more in line with its more flashy sibling Finissimo. Not only do the changes add welcome continuity across the collection, but also a little extra elegance to the collection’s more affordable but no less delightful offering. I would hazard a guess … Continued The post HANDS-ON: Why the new Bulgari Octo Roma Automatic won me over with its quiet luxury appeal appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: Why the new Bulgari Octo Roma Automatic won me over with its quiet luxury appeal appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Don’t look for elegance, restrained dimensions, comfort on a daily basis or the ability to wear these watches with a sporty-chic attire at a cocktail party this summer. These watches are not meant for that. These watches are not luxury items (well, some of them have a price tag to match, but that’s not the […]

Not many brands first present a complex minute repeater only to then distill it back to its essentials to power a three-handed, time-only watch. But that's what Tutima has done with the charming Patria Small Second. The post Tutima Patria Small Second Admiral Blue: Perfection in Pink – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Zero West has a penchant for basing its collection on historic British moments. Specifically, the brand focuses on remarkable events that took place geographically near Zero West’s studio in Emsworth, UK. The South Coast of England has played host to many naval and airborne activities, but the TT-58 represents the Tourist Trophy sports car race […] Visit Hands-On With The Zero West TT-58: British Automotive History For The Wrist to read the full article.

Grab a drink, take a seat, and get yourself ready to rumble. It’s time for another Sunday Morning Showdown! This week’s episode promises to be an interesting one because neither of today’s watches is its brand’s bread and butter. Ask anyone with a passing familiarity with watches to which brand the Submariner and the Datejust […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Perpetual 1908 Vs. Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Selfwinding to read the full article.

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The Hermès H08 in blue titanium is a very welcome and pleasing addition to the Hermès watch collection and one that Martin Green would wear with pleasure on vacation – or anywhere for that matter. Here he explains why. The post Hermès Goes High-Tech with H08 in Ceramic and Blue PVD-Coated Titanium – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The notion of a nature-inspired watch is nothing new for Grand Seiko, it is certainly their M.O. But when the Grand Seiko SBGJ269 “Pink Flannel Flower” Limited Edition was released last year it was a huge deal for multiple reasons. Firstly, the SBGJ269 was the first-ever Australian limited edition from Grand Seiko. Secondly, the 50-piece … Continued The post UPDATE: The winner of the Grand Seiko AU SBGJ269 auction will also get a VIP trip to Japan – under one condition appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post UPDATE: The winner of the Grand Seiko AU SBGJ269 auction will also get a VIP trip to Japan – under one condition appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

With all eyes on Wimbledon finals weekend, a tennis pro shares his tale of watch addiction – and recovery.

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear. Share your […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: A Ground Breaking Electric RV by Lightship, Potential Alien Technology Found in Meteorites, & Napoleon Bonaparte’s Particular Preference in Timepieces appeared first on Worn & Wound.

Tissot was a brand that Raman Kalra knew about and he often saw their watches, but they never really sparked any interest. Then the PRX was released, and he started to take an interest and took the plunge. As an owner here are his impressions of the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80. The post Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 Review: THE Near-Perfect Swiss Watch and it’s Relatively Affordable appeared first on Quill & Pad.

I am not a mono-brand collector, although sometimes it does seem that way. I have watches from all sorts of brands, but the majority are indeed from one brand — Omega. Although I’ve touched upon the topic of Omega and its connection with my family before, I thought I would freshen up a story that […] Visit Weekend Read: Why I Love Omega Watches to read the full article.

In a recent pitch meeting, Zach our editor was slightly (OK, quite) dubious when I proposed the idea that a legit timepiece could be had for less than US$50. Sure, reams of plastic digital watches can be found for less than that price point from the rotating watch display of your local big box discount … Continued The post Absolute Beginners: Start your watch collection with these 5 stylish pieces that street for under US$50 each appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Absolute Beginners: Start your watch collection with these 5 stylish pieces that street for under US$50 each appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.