In modern mechanical watchmaking, true innovation is rare — especially in the dive watch category, where visual tropes often outweigh functional evolution. The Bühlmann Decompression 02 takes a very different
In modern mechanical watchmaking, true innovation is rare — especially in the dive watch category, where visual tropes often outweigh functional evolution. The Bühlmann Decompression 02 takes a very different
Inspired by maritime history and the golden era of diving, Spinnaker produces a wide variety of different models that range from playful and irreverent SpongeBob SquarePants collaborations to practical sports
We have seen a massive increase in interesting small Japanese brands in recent years. Great examples are Kurono Tokyo, Hajime Asaoka, Kikuchi Nakagawa, and Minase. One of the newest microbrands
Our friends over at Monochrome and Habring² are building quite a history together. Their first collaboration, in 2021, celebrated Monochrome’s 15th anniversary. The online watch magazine and the Austrian watchmaking
In the modern era, the Rado Captain Cook diver collection has largely been divided into two categories: the beefy, ultra-modern side, which often highlights the brand’s expertise in ceramics and
There’s no shortage of watches with nature-inspired dials — we’re looking at you, Grand Seiko — but most are a bit of a stretch, requiring some imagination (or trust in
The first thing that popped up in my head when laying eyes on the Spring Drive-powered Seiko Prospex LX GMT U.S. Special Edition SNR058 was “Root Beer.” The colors, shapes,
The Swiss brand Movado has a long history that tends to surprise most watch enthusiasts. The brand goes all the way back to 1881, and within a quarter century, it
The Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer 2025 watch will likely be interpreted as one of two things: a) an attention- and status-seeking purchase, or b) a self-centered exercise amidst already
Did you know that during the Christmas period, salmon consumption rises sharply? A substantial share of annual sales happens in December, particularly in Europe. In fact, around 25% of all
Not too long ago, Rolex added a surprise Submariner Date desk clock to its collection. If you are familiar with the brand’s accessories, you know that a variety of cufflinks
Say what you will about Movado‘s perceived market position and recent history of focusing on mostly consumer-facing (as opposed to enthusiast-facing) marketing and communication. The company has always done two things
Finally, it’s my turn to tell you about my picks for the best watches of 2025. Several of my colleagues have already published theirs. Some chose watches that I’d also
Editor’s Note: While this column may diverge a bit from the vintage-focused storytelling usually showcased in “Time Machines,” we’ve chosen to highlight another unique storytelling experience here – the process
Parmigiani Fleurier is a remarkable player in today’s horological landscape. The brand’s design aesthetic is unique, with the clever use of color being particularly admirable, and the technological innovations are