In recent years, advancements in technology are being quickly integrated into timepieces. From the traditional analog watches, we now have smartwatches that keep on packing more features than ever. From merely showing the current time (and date), timepieces now have the capability to show your messages and other notifications, track your steps and other activities, … Read more
Orient is a well-respected Japanese watchmaker founded in 1901, then known as the Yoshida Watch Shop. The company initially sold imported timepieces then transitioned into creating their own watches in-house. After multiple name changes, and it wasn’t until 1951 when settled on their current moniker, Orient. Orient has built a reputation for crafting quality mid-range … Read more
A rectangular watch is unique, sophisticated, and timeless. One of the most popular ones, and certainly one that launched hundreds of equally elegant designs, is the tank watch designed by Louis Cartier, which instantly gained popularity in the 1920s. Soon, it became an iconic design—something that not only exhibited prestige but also skills in watchmaking. … Read more
The name of the AVI-8 brand (sounds like “aviate“) tells it all – this watchmaker focuses on pilot watches. The brand’s watch models pay tribute to historic aircraft made by Hawker Aircraft Limited, a British aircraft manufacturer responsible for some of the most famous planes in British aviation history, and with motifs that pay homage … Read more
Mid-century modern is a design movement—a general term for different subjects such as architecture, furniture, fashion, graphic design, urban planning, and typography—that became popular from the 1950s to the 1970s, but remains relevant and popular today. The popularity of mid-century modern design in furniture, for instance, has not died down: people still want the clean, … Read more
Watches have long been an important part of Formula One. Many luxury watch brands have affiliations with the sport, sponsoring different F1 events, drivers, and championships. It’s only natural for Formula One and watchmaking and entwined. The two have many similarities: both require precision, expertise; and both are associated with style and luxury. Many luxury … Read more
Oris and Rado are both highly respected Swiss watch brands, and both are known for their impeccable level of craftsmanship. While Oris develops a more traditional series of timepieces, Rado has built a reputation with its innovative watches. In terms of precision, Oris is among the most trusted as they are often known to be … Read more
For most products, durability (or quality in general) is directly proportional to the price. This is often true even for watches since the shock-resistant cases, lightweight metals such as titanium, and durable watch components all add to the price. If you search online for the toughest watches, you’ll often land on lists of luxury … 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’ which featured the United States Air Force Veteran from North Dakota. Whilst this gentleman was … Read more
The 1900s saw the greatest leap in the aviation industry with the invention of zeppelins, also known as airships. The majestic and titanic behemoths would traverse across the globe while patrons enjoyed the ultimate luxury. Celebrating this engineering marvel of the past, the Zeppelin watch brand creates iconic and timeless pieces. Founded under the POINTtec … Read more