One of the most captivating features of the dial is its layout. Unlike many modern watches, which often feature crowded dials with an overload of information, the [RE]Master02 embraces simplicity. The hour markers are large and easily legible, while the subdials are positioned in a way that feels balanced and natural. This minimalist approach is […]
In the world of luxury timepieces, few names command as much respect and admiration as Rolex. Among Rolex’s illustrious lineup, the Daytona stands out as a true icon. Renowned for its racing heritage, precision, and enduring style, the Rolex Daytona has not only retained its value but often appreciates over time. In this article, we’ll […]
In 1969, TAG Heuer released a watch that broke the mold, a watch that changed the way we think of classic watches. Offering bold colors, square cases and avant-garde designs, the TAG Heuer Monaco became a true icon of its era in the process. Racing legends, Hollywood celebrities, and fashion icons were all drawn to […]
If there is one thing Breitling knows, it is watches for pilots. Launched in 1952, the Navitimer, or “navigation chronograph”, soon became the official watch of the AOPA (Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association; its emblem is the winged insignia at 12 o’clock). The larger diameter and chronograph made it a functional tool, while the flight […]
The Royal Oak Ref. 15400ST was launched in 2012 and remained in production until 2022. The most obvious difference between this model and its predecessor is the increase in case size, with the Ref. 15400ST measuring 41 mm in diameter instead of 39 mm. The thickness of the case has also increased slightly, from 9.4 […]
2023 is coming to a close, which means it’s time for our year in review, in which we highlight some of the biggest industry trends and standout moments. Which watches were the most popular, and which trends from last year endured? We pulled data from all aspects of the business, including the most expensive watches […]
There’s vintage. And then there are vintage icons. The Rolex Submariner reference 5512 belongs in the latter category, and there are plenty of good reasons for that. Aside from the watch’s good looks and historical importance within Rolex’s archives, this particular Submariner was worn by a legendary actor too. Steve McQueen, aka “The King of […]
Users with perpetual calendars will finally get a chance to see their watches today, as their dates advance to February 29.So much has happened in the past month with the spread of covid-19. However, we are seeing major events and exhibitions around the world being postponed or canceled. This month, we got up close with […]
If you were in the market for a go-anywhere-do-anything type watch, then a stylistically versatile steel GMT on a bracelet would tick a large number of the boxes. And as far as versatile steel GMTs go, there aren’t too many choices that give quite as much as the popular replica Grand Seiko’s SBGJ203. It’s got […]
When it comes to watchmaking, the Swiss giants can be talked about all the day, but in most cases the world forgets that they’re not the only region out there with a root in the world of watchmaking. What we talked today is the small town of Glashutte, located about 40 minutes south of Dresden, […]