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Why I think the Timex Marlin is the perfect entry-level manual-winding watch

Opinion

16.03.24

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Why I think the Timex Marlin is the perfect entry-level manual-winding watch

There are few manual winding watches for under $500. Thankfully, Timex has you covered.

13 of the best watches under $500 that get watch snobs’ approval

Opinion

17.03.20

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13 of the best watches under $500 that get watch snobs’ approval

With all the uncertainty in the world right now, spending several months’ salary on a watch might seem like an idea that can wait a…

11 of the best affordable watches that are still seriously cool

Lists

27.01.20

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11 of the best affordable watches that are still seriously cool

If you’re just getting in to watches, you don’t have to spend a lot to have a diverse and interesting collection to choose from. Here…

Cheap thrills: 3 top chronographs for under a grand

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21.12.19

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Cheap thrills: 3 top chronographs for under a grand

Chronographs are, to this day, one of the most useful complications you can find on a wrist watch. They’re just so practical — whether you’re…

Affordable watch winners, just in time for summer

Lists

05.11.19

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Affordable watch winners, just in time for summer

Editor’s note: As summer is swiftly approaching (in the Southern Hemisphere), a couple of friends who are into watches and I have been increasingly keen…

3 affordable timepieces that get the nod from watch snobs

Lists

25.09.19

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3 affordable timepieces that get the nod from watch snobs

There are certain watches out there in the horological ether that are not only lauded by loyal followers but also able to accomplish a hell…

LIST: The budget list – 5 great new Swiss mechanical watches from brands you’ve heard of that cost less than $1500

Lists

31.08.18

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LIST: The budget list – 5 great new Swiss mechanical watches from brands you’ve heard of that cost less than $1500

A Swiss watch is a near-universally recognised symbol for quality, precision and tradition. And while that’s all well and good, there’s another thing that fine…