As the name implies, a pilot watch is a timepiece designed for use by, well, pilots. Many consider the Cartier Santos to be the first pilot watch that soared through the air in 1904. The watch featured a square-shaped case and was relatively small by today’s pilot watch standards. It was worn by Alberto Santo-Dumont, … Read more
If you want to keep track of more than one timezone simultaneously, whether you are traveling, doing business, or living overseas, there are two types of watches that can help you. Step in GMT and Dual Time watches, both have the capability of showing you two time zones but function in different ways. Dual Time … Read more
An automatic watch is a type of mechanical timepiece that is powered by natural motion. Also known as a self-winding watch, these just need regular wear in order to continue running—simply, they are powered by the movement of the person wearing the watch. These watches have rotor that “automatically” winds the movement as the wearer … Read more
The Americans is a period spy thriller series that ran for six seasons on the FX Network. It stars Keri Russell and Matthew Rhys as Elizabeth and Philip Jennings, two KGB spies posing as an American couple residing in Washington D.C. The show is one of the hidden gems out there and is well-received by … Read more
If you’re shopping for your next watch with a reasonable budget of $200 and are set on an automatic watch you may find it’s a frustrating experience. With a sea of cheap quartz watches online, it can take quite a bit of searching to find quality automatics. While some people may even doubt if … Read more
Only a few fashion watch brands have a timekeeping history as interesting as Breil’s. First, they announced their entry into the watchmaking arena using alarm clocks, then they dropped watches from the Eiffel Tower. Breil is not your average fashion brand. Breil Company (named after a Switzerland municipality) enjoys the best of both worlds. Italian … Read more
The 1990s have been incredibly influential in our culture today and some of the fashion is still popular almost 30 years later. When we think of the 90s we all may have different things that come to mind, whether it’s Nickelodeon cartoons, Jurassic Park, Furbies, supersizing at McDonalds, the birth of Google, or the first … Read more
Dress watches are considered essential accessories to further accentuate formal attire. This type of timepiece is quite distinct in that they generally lean towards a traditional build and design – which means it should incorporate an analog dial display. Minimalism is also a common element in fashion watches as few can convey a level of … Read more
Dress watches are more than just simple timepieces that help you keep track of time, this type of watch is designed to also enhance your style and is also a means of self-expression. A well-chosen watch should complement your attire and can act as the final accessory that polishes off your style. A good dress … Read more
What do the Godfather and Star-Lord have in common? Besides being iconic movie characters, they are played by actors who double-wrist. What is double-wristing? Don’t worry if you haven’t heard of it. It’s a newer name for a practice that’s been around for years. Marlon Brando and Chris Pratt are among the many people who’ve … Read more