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Buyer beware! Why your iPhone could harm your precious watch

19.05.22

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Buyer beware! Why your iPhone could harm your precious watch

You’ve just replied to an Instagram message praising how beautiful your new watch is, after snapping a wrist shot tagged #NWA. Slipping your phone back…

THE ICONS: Why the Zenith El Primero is the numero uno among Swiss chronographs

Watch Education

07.05.22

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THE ICONS: Why the Zenith El Primero is the numero uno among Swiss chronographs

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Why these restoration videos from Oris are the most satisfying things you’ll watch all day

Watch Education

30.04.22

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Why these restoration videos from Oris are the most satisfying things you’ll watch all day

Every watch brand thinks about the message they are presenting to the world. Whether it be an ad campaign on social media or a picture…

The Royal Oak pricing strategy in 1972 was absolutely wild

Watch Education

24.04.22

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The Royal Oak pricing strategy in 1972 was absolutely wild

If you were ever wondering what started the stainless-steel sports watch craze we find ourselves in today, none of it would have been possible without…

THE ICONS: The Rolex Explorer could be your “one watch” collection for life

Watch Education

23.04.22

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THE ICONS: The Rolex Explorer could be your “one watch” collection for life

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

California dreaming: The tale behind the “anonymous” Panerai California

Watch Education

20.04.22

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California dreaming: The tale behind the “anonymous” Panerai California

Whilst I’m definitely not a Paneristi , there are some models of Panerai that I do like very much, especially their Submersible range. The brand’s consistent…

THE ICONS – The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony remains a top discreet flex piece

Watch Education

17.04.22

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THE ICONS – The Vacheron Constantin Patrimony remains a top discreet flex piece

Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

50 years ago: The story of Apollo 13 and the Omega Speedmaster

Watch Education

16.04.22

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50 years ago: The story of Apollo 13 and the Omega Speedmaster

Anyone who has encountered the Omega brand is no doubt familiar with the Moonwatch and possibly the most compelling and historically significant story behind a…

THE ICONS: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris combines innovation with elegance

Watch Education

09.04.22

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THE ICONS: The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris combines innovation with elegance

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

The vintage Seiko offering crazy accuracy that’s still flying under the radar

Watch Education

21.03.22

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The vintage Seiko offering crazy accuracy that’s still flying under the radar

Whilst many will argue as to what exactly constitutes a vintage watch, more and more collectors are looking to include quartz, from analogue to classic…

Why I was wrong about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Hybris Mechanica Calibre 185 (Quadriptyque)

Watch Education

20.03.22

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Why I was wrong about the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Hybris Mechanica Calibre 185 (Quadriptyque)

Flicking through the Guinness Book of Records, some achievements leave you furrow-browed with a mix of bewilderment and awe. Whether it’s the “most T-shirts removed…

THE ICONS: Why everyone from Muhammad Ali to Andy Warhol fell for the Cartier Tank

Watch Education

19.03.22

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THE ICONS: Why everyone from Muhammad Ali to Andy Warhol fell for the Cartier Tank

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Four tips to avoid getting scammed when selling a watch online

Opinion

15.03.22

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Four tips to avoid getting scammed when selling a watch online

As technology has evolved, online marketplaces have fundamentally changed the game when it comes to collecting. Rare objects that once required months or even years…

THE ICONS: Taking a hot lap around the history of the Heuer Carrera

Watch Education

12.03.22

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THE ICONS: Taking a hot lap around the history of the Heuer Carrera

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

EDITOR’S PICK: 5 things that separate fine from very fine watchmaking (apart from the price tags)

Watch Education

06.03.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: 5 things that separate fine from very fine watchmaking (apart from the price tags)

Editor’s note: They’re the questions we all ask ourselves when contemplating a new mechanical watch: is it worth it? Is that price-tag truly justified? Here’s Justin’s…

THE ICONS: The Panerai Luminor is a tool watch with heavyweight punch

Watch Education

05.03.22

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THE ICONS: The Panerai Luminor is a tool watch with heavyweight punch

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

EDITOR’S PICK: How the thinnest watch ever made came into existence

Watch Education

03.03.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: How the thinnest watch ever made came into existence

Editor’s note: In 2020, Piaget achieved an unfathomable feat in watchmaking – a production timepiece only 2mm thick! Not surprisingly, given the scale of this…

How Furlan Marri went from Kickstarter to GPHG winner in seven months

Watch Education

27.02.22

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How Furlan Marri went from Kickstarter to GPHG winner in seven months

What did you achieve during the pandemic? For most of us, when we look back at the last couple of years of lockdowns and sabotaged…

THE ICONS: The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 is a true modern classic

Watch Education

26.02.22

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THE ICONS: The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 is a true modern classic

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Testing a watch-protection sticker kit: Is it like living with a plastic cover on your sofa?

Watch Education

21.02.22

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Testing a watch-protection sticker kit: Is it like living with a plastic cover on your sofa?

Back in September 2019, during my visit to Australia’s first Watchfest, I happened to win a RX-8 watch protection sticker kit. Whilst I was aware that…

THE ICONS: Built for the cockpit, the Breitling Navitimer is a true pilot’s watch

Watch Education

19.02.22

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THE ICONS: Built for the cockpit, the Breitling Navitimer is a true pilot’s watch

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

THE ICONS: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms is the daddy of modern dive watches

Watch Education

12.02.22

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THE ICONS: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms is the daddy of modern dive watches

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

The super-exclusive Tudor Black Bay that you’ve never seen before

Watch Education

07.02.22

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The super-exclusive Tudor Black Bay that you’ve never seen before

Editor’s note: There are a lot of watches out there and while we endeavour to stay across as many as we can, truth be told,…

THE ICONS: The Rolex Day-Date is still the ultimate watch of ballers and shot-callers

Watch Education

06.02.22

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THE ICONS: The Rolex Day-Date is still the ultimate watch of ballers and shot-callers

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Why I still mourn the untimely death of the Tudor North Flag

Opinion

01.02.22

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Why I still mourn the untimely death of the Tudor North Flag

It’s 2015. Baselworld is still a thing. Hundreds of watch media outlets have descended on the town of Basel, Switzerland to report on the latest…

THE ICONS: How the IWC Big Pilot became a true modern classic

Watch Education

30.01.22

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THE ICONS: How the IWC Big Pilot became a true modern classic

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Micro Mondays

17.01.22

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Phantasos Triclops is that rarest of things – a truly original watch

EDITOR’S NOTE: We have been advised by readers that this watch has allegedly not been sent to consumers despite repeated promises. We have contracted the brand…

THE ICONS: The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo

Watch Education

16.01.22

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THE ICONS: The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

THE ICONS: Turning back time with the evolution of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

Watch Education

08.01.22

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THE ICONS: Turning back time with the evolution of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso

Welcome to The Icons, a T+T series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

VIDEO: The Longines DolceVita collection delivers statuesque dress watches at very keen prices

Watch Education

04.01.22

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VIDEO: The Longines DolceVita collection delivers statuesque dress watches at very keen prices

Longines really lives and breathes through its heritage models, with countless watches having been reissued, updated, and ultimately honoured through modern reinterpretations of their vintage…

THE ICONS: The Seiko Turtle combines bullet-proof reliability with a bargain price

Watch Education

29.12.21

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THE ICONS: The Seiko Turtle combines bullet-proof reliability with a bargain price

When it comes to iconic dive watches, Seiko has to be near the top of any enthusiast’s list. My personal connection to the brand is…

Finding beauty in the beast: A brief history of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore

Watch Education

26.12.21

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Finding beauty in the beast: A brief history of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore

As a twin, I understand the notion of being in the shadow of a sibling. Today, when collectors discuss the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak you…

VIDEO: The 5 watches that defined TAG Heuer’s year

Watch Education

25.12.21

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VIDEO: The 5 watches that defined TAG Heuer’s year

TAG Heuer have enjoyed an eventful year, releasing some gorgeous watches that flex their capabilities beyond their standard lineups while staying true to their inherent…

VIDEO: Taking flight with the Longines Spirit Collection

Watch Education

22.12.21

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VIDEO: Taking flight with the Longines Spirit Collection

Longines have bided their time in launching a comprehensive line of wrist-ready pilot watches that are suited to any occasion. While their historical contributions in…

THE ICONS: How the Rolex GMT-Master defined jet-set style

Watch Education

21.12.21

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THE ICONS: How the Rolex GMT-Master defined jet-set style

Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

These colourful Rolex “Beach” Daytonas used to be “cheap fun”. You can now bid on a set of four on Loupe This and they may represent value

Auctions

18.12.21

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These colourful Rolex “Beach” Daytonas used to be “cheap fun”. You can now bid on a set of four on Loupe This and they may represent value

There’s a lot more to the Rolex Daytona than Paul Newman. While famed for its long history as one of motorsports’ most iconic timepieces, the Daytona…

“Einstein’s mistress who he gave his Longines to was actually a Russian spy” – A video interview with Longines CEO Matthias Breschan

Watch Education

18.12.21

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“Einstein’s mistress who he gave his Longines to was actually a Russian spy” – A video interview with Longines CEO Matthias Breschan

When Matthias Breschan speaks you could swear that he’d founded Longines 189 years ago, such is the passion that the Austrian CEO has for the…

A chicken-wristed man’s search for a watch strap with the perfect fit

Watch Education

15.12.21

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A chicken-wristed man’s search for a watch strap with the perfect fit

There’s a scene in the Alfred Hitchcock film, Rear Window, where the main character L.B. Jefferies (a gruff photojournalist played by James “Jimmy” Stewart) looks…

How does this 1982 Seiko still manage to look so damn good and blemish-free?

Watch Education

14.12.21

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How does this 1982 Seiko still manage to look so damn good and blemish-free?

At first glance this looks like a fairly good condition vintage Seiko manufactured in the early 80s, a ref 5933-5080, with only a couple of…

What is Credor and why should I care about it? Plus 7 of the best models

Watch Education

13.12.21

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What is Credor and why should I care about it? Plus 7 of the best models

Editor’s note: Grand Seiko has established itself as one of the top five luxury watchmaking brands in the US. That’s an achievement that no one…

THE ICONS – Why the Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

Watch Education

12.12.21

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THE ICONS – Why the Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

Interview

09.12.21

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CODE41: The subversive watch brand that dared to tell the truth and its latest crazy idea…

Interviewing the CEOs of watch brands can prove to be a tiring business. You have to circumnavigate all that smiling evasion, the confected optimism and…

THE ICONS: Taking a deep dive into the Omega Seamaster

Watch Education

04.12.21

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THE ICONS: Taking a deep dive into the Omega Seamaster

Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…

EDITOR’S PICK: How waterproof is your watch?

Watch Education

06.11.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: How waterproof is your watch?

EDITOR’S NOTE: In Australia, the temperature is rising with summer due to kick in at the end of the month. That means we’re approaching beach…

VIDEO: The Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 collection

Watch Education

01.11.21

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VIDEO: The Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 collection

The roaring 20s was a tumultuous time in America that included the aftermath of the First World War, prohibition and the infamous Wall St crash.…

Doomed affairs & dumb tycoons – the stories behind the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Hidden Treasures

Pop Culture

23.10.21

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Doomed affairs & dumb tycoons – the stories behind the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Enamel Hidden Treasures

Part of me ever so slightly pities whoever is at the helm of Jaeger-LeCoultre in 10 years time. This year, after all, was merely the…

Original Sinn – A close encounter with the legendary U1 dive watch

Watch Education

12.10.21

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Original Sinn – A close encounter with the legendary U1 dive watch

What is probably the most important and significant Sinn U1 dive watch has surfaced in Wellington, New Zealand. The Sinn U1 is one of the…

Watching this miracle restoration of a burnt-out Omega is the most satisfying thing you’ll do all day

Watch Education

01.10.21

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Watching this miracle restoration of a burnt-out Omega is the most satisfying thing you’ll do all day

From rags to riches or hero to zero, the redemption narrative is one of the most powerful storytelling arcs there is. And it turns out…

You Can’t Ask That: The crazy (new) demand for complicated AP watches

Interview

26.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: The crazy (new) demand for complicated AP watches

This is the seventh and final video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the…

You Can’t Ask That: Cross-pollination across Audemars Piguet collections

Interview

25.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: Cross-pollination across Audemars Piguet collections

This is the sixth video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the Audemars…

You Can’t Ask That: Developing the real estate of an Audemars Piguet watch

Interview

24.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: Developing the real estate of an Audemars Piguet watch

This is the fifth video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the Audemars…

You Can’t Ask That: Audemars Piguet explores new materials

Interview

23.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: Audemars Piguet explores new materials

This is the fourth video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the Audemars…

You Can’t Ask That: A new conversation series with Audemars Piguet exploring all kinds of topics

Watch Education

22.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: A new conversation series with Audemars Piguet exploring all kinds of topics

You Can’t Ask That, Part 1: Why are AP collections always so controversial when they launch? Introducing a conversation series on YouTube… This is the…