Japanese and Swiss-made timepieces usually take the limelight when talking about watches, but in recent years, more and more relatively small, local brands are emerging in different countries. This article will feature watches from New Zealand—local brands that were built out of the founders’ love for the craft of watchmaking. We’ll talk a little bit … Read more
Many agree that one of the good things that came out of Ireland’s recession is boosting the Irish people’s creativity. During this period, many designers built their own brands and created high-quality products. This piece will focus on some of today’s most popular Irish watch brands, from affordable digital watches to durable, high-quality military timepieces. … Read more
Frederique Constant is a highly stylish luxury watch brand that offers some of the most visually stunning timepieces in the market today. As such, most of their watches come with a premium price tag. Of course, top-notch aesthetics is not the only thing that Frederique Constant has going for it. On the opposite side of … Read more
Tag Heuer and Omega are two of the most internationally well-known Swiss watch brands. Both exude an air of luxury that few can rival in the industry. In terms of resale value, both are also considered at the top of the list. Tag Heuer is primarily known for its sporty aesthetics and appeal, while Omega … Read more
Breitling and Tudor are luxury watch brands that showcase what you can do with a timepiece in regards to aesthetics and functionality. Interestingly enough, both brands have formed an official partnership that allows each to utilize the watch mechanism of each other. That said, it is always fun to have a little friendly competition … Read more
Oris is a mid-range brand well-known for its near-perfect mechanical watches. Sinn is a lesser-known brand in the broader market but found its place in a particular niche, that is, the extremely durable outdoor timepiece category. While it does seem that this is like comparing apples from oranges, there are certain aspects that both brands … Read more
Breitling and Rolex, two elite level watch brands that are known for their stunning collection of timepieces. Both companies were also established over a century ago and have a wealth of experience under their belt when it comes to developing high-quality timepieces. Their reputation in the industry is without question, a reputation that has pushed … Read more
In terms of aesthetics and price, Tag Heuer and Movado could not be more different from each other. While Tag Heuer primarily dabbles in a traditional design with a sporty flair, Movado aims to experiment and innovate with their minimalistic timepieces. Besides the vast difference in aesthetics, what other aspects separate Tag Heuer and Movado? … Read more
The Squale brand refers to their watches as ‘friends of the sea‘. The Swiss watchmaker remains a renowned brand world over for its diving and underwater capabilities. The name ‘Squale’ comes from a French synonym for the word shark. Currently, headquartered in Milan, Italy, the brand continues to manufacture Swiss made high precision, durable, precise, … Read more
Italian watch brand U-Boat draws great inspiration from the city it is based in – Tuscany. Perfectly combining Italian craftsmanship and styling with precise Swiss movements ensure U-Boat’s success. Amongst the most recognizable watch brands, U-Boat credits this character to its large crown design. In the twenty years of the brand’s existence, U-Boat has grown … Read more