What is an In-House Movement? – Watch FAQs
An in-house movement is one where the watch brand designs and develops its own calibre for its watches. You may already know that many of the top luxury watch brands have their own in-house movements,…
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5 Reversible Watches – Beyond the Iconic JLC Reverso
In 1931, Swiss luxury watchmaker Jaeger-Le Coultre introduced the Reverso, a reversible timepiece that has a dial that can be flipped over and hidden, making the case back face outward. The story goes that British…
Should You Engrave Your Watch? Things to Consider BEFORE You Do!
Engraving a watch is a fantastic way to personalize your timepiece and give it a highly unique quality. It can also be a great way to enhance a watch you plan to give to someone,…
How to Remove Water Condensation From Watch (Without Opening It)
Moisture or water built up in a watch is the most common enemy to affect its functionality. Water or moisture causes condensation and in turn, corrodes the components from within. Various reasons can cause water…
Do Quartz Watches Have Jewels?
Quartz movement shook the world of watches in the ’70s. Despite any preconceptions about the quality of a quartz watch, various brands have proven that a well-designed and conceptualized quartz watch is worth every penny….
Quartz vs Automatic Watch Movements (Pros & Cons)
The movement in a watch is often thought of as a timepiece’s heart or its engine. The movement is defined as the parts below the surface that keep the watch operating. The majority of the…
Flyback Chronograph Guide (Watches 101)
You may have heard of the term Flyback Chronograph or even seen it on a watch you have been looking at, but are wondering exactly what this function does. A Flyback Chronograph a type of…
Rolex Rolesor vs. Rolesium
The longer you are around the watch industry, the more terms you will come to understand and see more often. If you have been shopping for a Rolex you have likely come across the term…
What’s the Definition of a Luxury Watch?
When we hear the term Luxury Watch, we will all have our own perceptions of what that means and what brands come to mind. Buying a luxury watch is often seen as a milestone in…
Where To Recycle Your Watch (or Smartwatch)
Understanding the nuances of recycling and how, or if, you can recycle your watch are questions that a lot of people ask. With this in mind, we are going to dive into recycling within the…
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MATTHEW ANDERSON
Letter from the founder – Matthew Anderson
My love of watches started almost 30 years ago when I inherited my grandfather’s watch. A watch that is still in my collection and one of my most prized possessions although not the most valuable in terms of money.
