Charles M. Schulz created the Peanuts comics, which is considered as one of the most influential comics in history, in the 1950s. During its run, it was published in over 2,600 newspapers, had award-winning TV specials, films, movies, books, earning Schulz more than $1 billion. Peanuts officially ended in 2000, the year that Schulz died, … Read more
Originally, watchmakers used simple watch movements that just told hours, minutes and seconds so that people could keep accurate time. Since then, watches have evolved a lot and there are lots of other calculations that watches can do. Watch complications are features that tell you more than just the time. Mainly used in mechanical watches, … 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 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
Orient and Timex occupy two vastly different spots in regards to watch types, which makes this comparison quite interesting. One is known for its stylish timepieces while the other is popular for the superb durability of their watches. There is one connecting thread though, their impeccable accuracy and precision in timekeeping. In this article, we … Read more
Pulsar watches have been around for a few decades. They entered the world market back in the early 70s when they introduced the first-ever LED watch. Since then, the brand has maintained its reputation for being a risk-taker and innovative design and technology. To this day, the brand remains an industry leader with its modern … Read more
Watch enthusiasts know the pain of selecting the perfect timepiece. The first hurdle, and probably the biggest one, is the process of determining which brand to get. Just like how petrol-heads are picky about the make of their car, watch buffs are very selective about the brand of their timepieces. For a lot of users, … Read more
Orient and Hamilton exist within the same watch market as both offer excellent mid-range watches with top of the line quality precision. Both have a rich history in the industry and are considered as among the trailblazers that helped innovate the market to what it is today. While it may sound as both brands are … Read more
Rotary Watches Limited hits the spotlight for this article. This award-winning brand sells timepieces all across the globe. It started small, in La Chaux de Fonds, a small town in Switzerland. It was founded by Moise Dreyfuss in 1895, giving the brand a rich history and long legacy to live up to. Perhaps the most … Read more