These days, more and more people are supporting brands that do more than help us look good. Instead, they also want to know that something good is going back into the community, or maybe that they’re contributing to a reforestation … Read more
In the world of horology Rolex is one of the most coveted and prestigious brands. To most people owning a Rolex watch signifies the epitome of success. Recently I saw an excerpt from a forthcoming episode of ‘The Antiques Roadshow’ … Read more
While many people just refer to the hour hand and second hand, people that appreciate the design of quality watches will have taken notice of the intricate designs of some watch hands and may be wondering just how many different … Read more
The criminal lifestyle is glamorous. Or, at least, so it appears on TV and in movies. When we read about real-life criminals like Al Capone or fictitious ones like Vito “The Godfather” Corleone, they’re inevitably portrayed more like movie stars … Read more
I love movies. Whether a crowd-pleasing blockbuster, a dark comedy, a stirring drama, or an experimental arthouse film, for a couple of hours, I get lost in the experience. The larger-than-life world of cinema has been a favorite escape for … Read more
When you shop for watches, you’ll frequently see cases and bands made out of stainless steel. Of course, many watch straps are leather, cloth, or any number of other materials, but for the case, stainless steel is usually your best … Read more
In this era of increasingly complex and complicated technology, there is something quite elegant and refreshing about a field watch that is not overstuffed with features or “smart” tech. What Is A Field Watch? By definition a field watch is a … Read more
Though space travel has been a reality for over half a century, the men and women who have gone up to space are among a small, elite club. For that reason, there is a considerable aura of cool and sophistication … Read more
Beginning in the latter half of the 20th century, wristwatches began to get cheaper and more accurate. This was due to the invention of the quartz watch, which is an electrical or battery-powered watch. Quartz is the most common alternative … Read more
Watches are intriguing devices and have always been objects of fascination due to their extreme portability but highly sophisticated but tiny mechanical parts. What is even more interesting is the fact that all this sophistication is fitted into such a … Read more
We’re with you: keeping up with all the fashion rules is exhausting. Can this black belt be worn with these brown pants? Is it still considered bad taste to wear white after Labor Day? Is wearing socks with sandals really … Read more
The United States Special Forces are among the most highly trained and uniquely capable military personnel of any nation on earth. Each branch of the military has its own division that is “organized, trained, and equipped to conduct and support … Read more
Tag Heuer and Hamilton are two well-known watch brands that have managed to make a name for themselves globally. Both offer beautifully crafted timepieces that are sure to turn heads no matter where you go. In terms of reputation, Tag … Read more
Introduction Two premier luxury watch brands that sit at the top of the mountain are Zenith and Omega. If you have any interest in timepieces, you have undoubtedly come across these two giants in the industry. Not only are these … Read more
For this post, we will talk about the different types of bezels. But just before we proceed to that, let us first clarify what a bezel is. The watch bezel is simply the rim of the watch cover. Most are … Read more
Known as one of the world’s most recognizable and beloved cartoon characters, Mickey Mouse was created by Walt Disney and animator Ub Iwerks. Mickey, who replaced Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, started to appear in Disney cartoons in 1928, and later … Read more
Not everyone can afford luxury watches, but there are a number of ways in which one can have a similar (or same) style for a fraction of the cost. In this article, we’ll discuss the three most common forms—homage, replica, … Read more
The aviation-inspired British Luxury watchmaking brand, Bremont Chronometers pioneers in sophisticated, award-winning and durable timepieces. Every Bremont piece remains exquisitely designed and meticulously hand-built in limited numbers. As a result, the watch brand manufactures just 8,000-10,000 watches every year. Currently, … Read more
Patek Philippe’s Nautilus collection has been around since 1976. The watch was designed by renowned designer Gerald Genta, who is also famous for designing other popular luxury watches like the Royal Oak of Audemars Piguet. The Patek Philippe Nautilus has … Read more
For this post, we’ll talk about one of the most popular collections of TAG Heuer – the Carrera. It was first introduced back in 1963 as a solution to the poor legibility of the Autavia that was launched in 1962. … Read more
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is an iconic watch launched during the Quartz crisis. It is particularly notable for its steel case, octagonal bezel with eight hexagonal screws, along with an integrated bracelet. This luxury steel timepiece, although disconcerting when … Read more