Watches Beyond the mainstream
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Independent watch brands have been increasingly experimenting with unusual themes and materials. In recent times, we’ve seen a birds-of-prey-inspired chronograph …
The field watch is one of those archetypes that appears deceptively simple. Usually, a reliable case, an understated dial, Arabic …
From the relatively affordable Baltic and Unimatic to the far more luxurious Trilobe, here are three new watch releases that …
Over the last few days, three new watch releases caught our attention — each for very different reasons. Here’s a …
It has been another busy week for independent watch releases, and there is quite a bit of variety this time …
I recently published an article highlighting some of the promising microbrand releases from August 2026. It turns out I spoke …
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When I first became interested in watchmaking, I quickly started to distinguish between the brands that might one day find …
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For many watch enthusiasts, a timepiece is much more than its dial or case. The real magic often happens behind …
As a Californian living and working in Japan, I have a burgeoning interest in microbrands and a passion for watch …
Whenever I visit a big city with family or friends, squeezed between museums, restaurants, and the usual landmarks, I always …
After gaining some experience in the fabulous absurdity of watch collecting, it happens to all of us at least once …
For many, the passion for mechanical watches is intrinsically linked to the idea of craftsmanship. The antiquated appeal of a …
Earlier this year, I was looking at watch exhibitions I could attend and came across quite a few interesting ones. …
Let’s get two things out of the way right away. First, I completely understand that, for some people, the Speedmaster …
Switzerland enjoys a reputation as the master of luxury watchmaking – and that status is no accident. Several factors contribute …
Although divers no longer need to depend on dive watches, they continue to be one of the most popular watch …
Chronographs remain one of the most beloved watch complications, and it’s easy to see why. Personally, I’ve always had a …
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