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14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

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28.02.25

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14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

These watches cater to every orientation of the population.

The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under

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27.02.25

The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under

Australia might not be the first place you think of when you're talking watches, but the Land Down Under is home to some seriously interesting…

7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

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26.02.25

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7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

The best Art Deco watches combine stylised numerals, shapely cases, and above all, class.

3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

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24.02.25

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3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

Can you still get a good watch for under $50? Of course, but the options are dwindling.

The watches that prove how good the Sellita SW500 family really is

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24.02.25

The watches that prove how good the Sellita SW500 family really is

There is a surprising amount of variety in just one movement family, meaning there is something for everyone with an SW500 movement.

These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked

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22.02.25

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These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked

China can't be ignored when it comes to horological significance, as these top Chinese watch brands prove with their artisanal quality.

The history of Cartier, the watchmaker of shapes

In Depth

16.02.25

The history of Cartier, the watchmaker of shapes

Cartier has accumulated one of the densest and most revolutionary histories of any luxury brand - here's everything you need to know.

The best and most random Seiko special editions

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14.02.25

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The best and most random Seiko special editions

Seiko and limited editions - a match made in heaven. Here's some of the best.

11 of the best 21st birthday gift watches

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13.02.25

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11 of the best 21st birthday gift watches

A watch is just about the best birthday gift, especially for a young adult. What? No. We're definitely not biased.

Everything you need to know about Sellita

Watch Education

13.02.25

Everything you need to know about Sellita

Here's everything you need to know about Switzerland's most prolific movement supplier.

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

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12.02.25

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

The 1950s could be considered an era of horological renaissance, and these are the watches that defined it.

Watch Education

09.02.25

How to make a chainmail watch bracelet

Looking to bring some maximalist medieval flair to your watch? Buffy explains how to make a chainmail watch strap for yourself.

15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

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09.02.25

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15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

If you needed any more proof that US$1,000 can get you a great mechanical watch, this list of affordables is it.

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08.02.25

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16 of the best minimalist watches

These minimalist watches have slim cases and unassuming dials, but are uncompromising when it comes to design, making the most of the least.

10 of the best California dial watches making the most of the quirky layout

Buying Guides

04.02.25

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10 of the best California dial watches making the most of the quirky layout

The origins of the California dial may remain a mystery, but what we know for certain is that these are some of the best you…

In Depth

01.02.25

A guide to every Casio brand, from affordable calculator watches to four-figure metal G-Shocks

What's the difference between a G-Shock and a Pro Trek? And why is Casio Oceanus so expensive? We might have an answer for you.

7 of the best big watches giving big luxury

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01.02.25

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7 of the best big watches giving big luxury

What goes up, must come down, and it's the same with watch sizes. But what about those yearning for a 42mm+ beast?

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

The Icons

01.02.25

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

The Breitling Navitimer is probably the first name you think of when the subject of pilot's watches comes up. Here's a bit of its history.

10 of the best world time watches for globetrotters and desk jockeys alike

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28.01.25

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10 of the best world time watches for globetrotters and desk jockeys alike

Intimately associated with the glamour of international travel, world timers ooze class. Here's some of the best money can buy.

What is a strap monster, and why do you need one?

Watch Education

25.01.25

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What is a strap monster, and why do you need one?

A common phrase watch collectors throw around is "strap monster". We decided to take a moment to break down what it actually means.

10 of the best two-tone watches, because things were better in the ’80s

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24.01.25

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10 of the best two-tone watches, because things were better in the ’80s

While two-tone may transport some of us straight to the '80s, these five watches prove that the trend could be on the rise again.

6 of the best Spanish watch brands from Galicia to Catalonia

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20.01.25

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6 of the best Spanish watch brands from Galicia to Catalonia

Usually not considered a watchmaking hotspot, Spain has some hidden horological gems.

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18.01.25

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9 of the best goth watches

Buffy, our resident goth, helps you with watch nerd-friendly goth accessorising.

In Depth

17.01.25

The history of Casio: how two brothers created the world’s biggest watch brand

Buffy takes a historical deep dive into the history of Casio, makers of many things useful in our daily lives - especially great watches.

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

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17.01.25

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

No bread, no condiments, just a disc of lume flanked by a dial and calibre to really light up a design.

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

In Depth

16.01.25

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

Forget brand storytelling: there are still a few important use cases for mechanical watches for military and intelligence operatives.

What’s the deal with Must de Cartier? The story behind Cartier’s experiment with affordable watches

Watch Education

13.01.25

What’s the deal with Must de Cartier? The story behind Cartier’s experiment with affordable watches

Hated by Cartier snobs and beloved by newcomers, the Must de Cartier line was a saving grace for the brand that's had a lasting impact.

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

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13.01.25

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

Who needs hands anyway?

9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

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12.01.25

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9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Sometimes it can be nice to just wear something that doesn’t fill up every available millimetre of skin.

The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

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09.01.25

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The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

If you need a watch to keep up with an active, tough lifestyle, then any of these tactical timepieces should fit the bill.

The Casio G-Shock is an indestructible feat of engineering, and a cultural icon

The Icons

09.01.25

The Casio G-Shock is an indestructible feat of engineering, and a cultural icon

We delve into the history of the Casio G-Shock, and explore its unexpected rise into collector and pop culture stardom.

In Depth

07.01.25

The history of Vacheron Constantin, the oldest brand of the Holy Trinity

We dive into the history of one of the oldest and most influential watchmakers in the world, this 'Holy Trinity' brand.

These 5 affordable two-tone watches have all the swagger, but just a little bit of the cost

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07.01.25

These 5 affordable two-tone watches have all the swagger, but just a little bit of the cost

Looking for the bi-metal look, all under the benchmark of US$3,000?

6 wild watches that make the most of off the shelf movements

Lists

05.01.25

6 wild watches that make the most of off the shelf movements

High complications or unique designs don't have to come with a high price tag.

7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

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04.01.25

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7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.

A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Watch Education

03.01.25

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A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Zaratsu polishing can achieve a distortion-free mirror finish on a watch case. But what is it exactly, and where did it come from?

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

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03.01.25

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

Abraham-Louis Breguet lent his name to many things related to watchmaking, including an elegant numeral set. These watches use them best.

Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches

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01.01.25

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Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches

This particular niche of pilot's watches has become a sought-after category in itself.

6 of the best grey dial watches highlighting an underrated colour choice

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28.12.24

6 of the best grey dial watches highlighting an underrated colour choice

Grey dials are understated, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring.

To the Moon and back: how the Omega Speedmaster became a legend

The Icons

27.12.24

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To the Moon and back: how the Omega Speedmaster became a legend

We take a deeper dive into the watch arguably most deserving of the "iconic" moniker.

5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

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26.12.24

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5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

Moonphases don't have to be reserved for the deepest of pockets - here are our five affordable favourites.

World timers versus GMT watches – what’s the difference?

Watch Education

24.12.24

World timers versus GMT watches – what’s the difference?

They're the two most popular types of travel watches - but what actually makes them different?

Fired up: The best watches spotted on Hot Ones (Seasons 1 – 25)

Pop Culture

23.12.24

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Fired up: The best watches spotted on Hot Ones (Seasons 1 – 25)

We dig into some of the best watches we have spotted on celebrity wrists over the last 25 seasons of Hot Ones.

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19.12.24

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7 of the best Casio watches under $50

For less than $50, these seven Casio watches are no-brainers, whether you want plastic fantastic, or something a little more daily-friendly.

Flipping the script: How the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso became a game changing icon

The Icons

16.12.24

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Flipping the script: How the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso became a game changing icon

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso travels from the sport of polo in colonial India to the world of Mad Men, Batman, and high horology.

7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

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15.12.24

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7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

Wavy vibes, just in time for Antipodean summer.

The 6 things we wish all watch brands told us

Opinion

14.12.24

The 6 things we wish all watch brands told us

Here's hoping watch brands will adopt Zach's thoughts as manifestos...

Buying Guides

12.12.24

6 of the best engagement watches

Whether you're a ring or no-ring kind of person, getting hitched is as good of an excuse as you could get to gift or be…

6 of the best jump hour watches that make time-telling easier and cooler

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08.12.24

6 of the best jump hour watches that make time-telling easier and cooler

Complicate the movement to simplify time-telling.

What is the Geneva Seal, and should you care about it?

Watch Education

05.12.24

What is the Geneva Seal, and should you care about it?

We delve into the famed certification of high-end watches, but also figure out whether the Geneva Seal actually matters.

Why the TAG Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

The Icons

03.12.24

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Why the TAG Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

The Heuer Monaco is still the watch world's ultimate square deal. And if it's good enough for Steve McQueen...

The best analogue watches for kids that could turn them into future watch nerds

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03.12.24

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The best analogue watches for kids that could turn them into future watch nerds

Digital watches are all well and good - and we love them! But if you want your kids to learn reading analogue time, start with…

7 of the best Roman numeral watches that have all the classical elegance you’ll need

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29.11.24

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7 of the best Roman numeral watches that have all the classical elegance you’ll need

We look at the best watches using the most classic numeral design.

7 of the best ana-digi watches when you need the best of both worlds

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28.11.24

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7 of the best ana-digi watches when you need the best of both worlds

Non-traditional and utilitarian - here are our favourites.

Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why

Watch Education

27.11.24

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Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why

Your watch is not always worth what you think. Depending on how you sell your watch, you might be surprised how much of the premium…

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

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25.11.24

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

Rose gold can be the most overlooked of all precious metals, but it is extremely versatile, as this list proves.

10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

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22.11.24

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10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

Luxury watches are associated with being flashy and flexed on the wrist, but stealth watches subtly ooze cool.

The most collectable quartz watches to annoy the snobs

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21.11.24

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The most collectable quartz watches to annoy the snobs

Quartz can be cool, and these super collectable models from Rolex to MoonSwatch prove just how cool it can be.

Busting dive watch myths: a deep dive into deep (and shallow) diving

Watch Education

20.11.24

Busting dive watch myths: a deep dive into deep (and shallow) diving

There are tonnes of myths being perpetrated about dive watches - and it doesn’t help when brands contribute to the mythologising of dive watch trends.

7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

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19.11.24

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7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

If you've not fully caught onto the stealth wealth trend, our buying guide should clarify everything.

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

In Depth

16.11.24

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

Borna takes a closer look at the history of electric watches, and what they've become.

To change things up on the fly, these are the best watches with quick-change strap systems

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14.11.24

To change things up on the fly, these are the best watches with quick-change strap systems

Being able to change out the strap can make your watch feel brand new, but not every brand offers these innovative quick change systems.

6 of the best tantalum watches that are literal and figurative heavyweights

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10.11.24

6 of the best tantalum watches that are literal and figurative heavyweights

The grey-blue material is famous for its resilience to machining, but also its beauty.