Watch events are slowly returning. They are a fantastic chance to see the novelties and to try them on your wrist. To reduce the risk of attendees infecting each other, big international events have strictly limited the number of guests. Only a part...
An ?empty dial? can be a sight for sore eyes. When I first went to the Grand Seiko dealer to have a look at the SBGW231 that I would later buy, it was the empty dial that jumped out at me. Just an applied ?GS? and printed ?Grand Seiko? at 12... -
Founded in July of 1959, the Swiss watch manufacturer, Squale?or ?shark? in French?began making historically significant dive watches. They recently released a documentary series that chronicles the history of Squale from its origins to the... -
Sponsored post presented on aBlogtoWatch for advertiser Launched in 2015, Jack Mason prides itself on providing in-house-designed watches for timepiece enthusiasts of all levels. Whether you?re new to watches or an avid collector, Jack Mason keeps... -
The stars truly aligned when Parmigiani Fleurier launched the Tonda PF collection in 2021. The collection epitomizing discreet elegance was unveiled to critical acclaim. Subsequent releases featuring the character-defining integrated bracelet... -
This first part of this month?s roundup is mostly about more affordable watches. We begin with Shinola?s new Mechanic watches, which are the brand?s first watches with hand-wound movements. Then, we take a closer look at Timex?s newest collaboration... -
Unimatic is back with another striking collaboration, this time with KNT (Kiton New Textures), delivering a new Modello Quattro that represents a new evolution of the popular case. The newest reference is officially called the U4S-KNT, and... -
The subject of today’s article is the Citizen Homer HO140501. It?s a watch that shares its general design with several other watches from the brand and the period, but it has some subtle yet key differences that we?ll discuss. It?s no secret that... -
Not too long ago, a beautiful box, about the size of a small book, landed on my desk. Its front cover artwork depicted a globe in beautiful relief, surrounded by two rings with numerals. This is the imaginative packaging of the CIGA Design Blue... -
It?s always a good thing to plan. I have nothing against spontaneous actions, but for stuff like watch shows held abroad, it?s better to be prepared. So, please take note that Watches and Wonders 2023 will take place from March 27th through April... -
The Hamilton Ventura’s connection to Elvis is one of those famous-owner stories that never gets old. Ever since the King made it “his watch†in 1961, the avant-garde timepiece has been immortalized. Through the decades, the Ventura has spawned... -
You know, we could probably do an entire article on watch brands that don?t quite get the credit they deserve. In fact, we did kind of do that in this guide right here. But while that piece was focused largely on heritage brands that have been... -
Editor?s Note: This is part of a new series of editorial columns by our senior editorial staff. Every Monday, aBlogtoWatch aims to bring you a more personal, eclectic kind of editorial expression than our usual blend of news and hands-on reviews. We... -
Australian-based Artem has impressed the market since its initial launch in mid-2021, then causing waves with an appealing and approachable selection of interchangeable straps. What began as the brand’s signature, next-generation rendition of... -
Like reuniting with an old crush, Vacheron Constantin is tempting me with its new Overseas Chronograph in pink gold with a blue dial. My exposure to this harmonious mix of dial and case material stretches back to 2020 when I met the gorgeous... -
Even though originally released in around 2020, it is not until now that I’ve been able to do a proper hands-on look at a version of the visually and technically impressive Jacob & Co. Bugatti Chiron watches. For years, Parmigiani held a... -
California dials have been around for the better part of a century, though they?ve had a particular resurgence in the last few years. While historically there are some debates over the history of the term and its true meaning, it is generally... -
It?s that time again! There?s no moment to relax for two of our writers on Sunday mornings. As you all know by now, Fratello team members battle it out in our Sunday Morning Showdown series. Ultimately, you, our wonderful readers, have the final say... -
Among the hottest new Seiko releases from last year were the Rowing Blazers x Seiko 5 Sports watches, which combined the Japanese watch manufacturer?s highly popular entry-level collection with the distinct aesthetic of the cult-favorite clothing... -
One look at the new Girard-Perregaux Laureato 38mm Copper and I’m re-smitten. The larger 42mm version does wear very well for its size, but about three years ago, I fell for the 38. After having it on loan for a long weekend, I was smitten to the... -