In the watchmaking industry, perhaps The Netherlands is one of the often-neglected countries. What most people do not know is that it is home to some humble watch brands that offer very unique and high-quality timepieces. In fact, its watchmaking traditions started as early as the 17th century. A Dutchman, Christiaan Huygens himself published a … Read more
When it comes to affordable watch brands, especially dive watches and skeleton dials, two names that will inevitably come up often are Stuhrling and Invicta. These two brands are known for their budget-friendly watches while still providing their customers with dependable quality timepieces. The question we will be answering today is: which one of the … Read more
Home of long beaches, paella, Rioja wine, and diverse cultures, the Kingdom of Spain is one of the most popular destinations European Union. Spaniards are known for their ability to make the most of their free time, enjoying good food and wine and spending quality time together with family. With 47 UNESCO World Heritage Sites, … Read more
Citizen and Tissot are often construed within the same group. Both brands don’t differ much from each other in terms of performance. Stylistically, some similarities can be pointed out as well. Comparing the two brands based on their merit is impossible. However, comparing specific watch models from each company will provide a relatively more definite … Read more
Italy is home to some of our favorite foods: pizzas, spaghetti, Nutella. It is also where famous luxury brands started – Ferrari, Lamborghini, Ducati, Fiat, Gucci, Prada, Armani, Versace, among others. Italy is also considered the design and fashion capital in the world and a country where you will find many heritage sites. It is … Read more
Japanese watch technology produces some of the most popular and best-selling affordable watches on the market. The craftsmanship, durability, and continuous innovation keep the country’s watch brands in high demand. Some of the most famous brands include Seiko and Citizen, and while it might not get as much attention as others, another of the country’s … Read more
Movado and Tissot are watch brands that well-known among watch aficionados. Both of these brands are known for their design and aesthetics. Movado’s Museum line of watches with a minimalist dial and the now very recognizable dot at the 12 o’clock position is iconic. Tissot strength lies in its in-house watch movements, including the Powermatic … Read more
It is not unusual for major watch companies to have smaller sister companies that provide more affordable options (like these watch groups). One of these is the Swiss watch company Tudor, which is owned and founded by Hans Wilsdorf, the founder of Rolex. Read on if you would like to learn more about Tudor watches, … Read more
Citizen and Bulova watches are well-known for their innovations when it comes to crafting the top of the line timepieces. While Bulova has been a subsidiary of Citizen since 2008, each is unique enough to offer watch aficionados a wide selection of watches with their unique take and signature look. In this article, we will … Read more
Rado is one of the biggest watchmakers from Switzerland, focusing on unique high-tech materials, new technologies, and innovative designs. This article will take a closer look at the company—we will explore its history, some of its iconic watches, reputation, and other essentials. Read on if you’re thinking about purchasing your first Rado or just want … Read more