Even as technology advances smartwatches provide quick ways to track multiple time zones some people claim that wristwatches are becoming obsolete, however, traditional timekeeping accessories remain stubbornly popular. In large part, that’s because wristwatches are…
The wristwatch is one of the most fascinating inventions in all of humanity’s technological advancement. It is both relatively new in the annals of history, and yet by modern technology standards, almost a relic of…
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…
Many watch owners have never had to wind a watch in their life. The “quartz revolution” of the 1970s changed the entire industry and threatened to make the wound mechanical watch a relic of the…
Chances are, even if you have never owned a watch in your life, you know the name “Rolex.” The brand is essentially synonymous with fine timepieces, the same way Kleenex and Google have become shorthand…
Obviously, technology is pretty cool. We can talk face-to-face with someone 2,000 miles away, read an entire book, and see satellite images of the whole planet, all via our phones. Admittedly, though, some technology is…
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…
Chances are, right now, you’re wearing a watch. It’s possibly a prized possession or a gift from a loved one. The wristwatch has gone from status symbol to practical necessity and back to status symbol…
For most people, when thinking of a quality timepiece, the first thing that comes to mind is a “Swiss Watch”. Swiss watches have a reputation for being of the highest quality, both in terms of…
Below we cover the pros and cons of wearing a watch on the course. If you are looking for a good GPS Golf Watch see here. The pitfalls of wearing a watch while golfing: There’s…
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.
