Distinctive Appeals of the Dial The watch dial is one of the most visually important components of the watch. To the style-conscious, it’s one of the most noticeable features. Some may even buy a watch based on the aesthetic of the dial. Like the watch movement, the
Highlights from the GPHG Awards Last month, we shared the nominees and finalists for the 2018 Oscars of watchmaking: the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie (GPHG). The ceremony took place on Friday, November 9th at the Theatre du Leman in Geneva, Switzerland. This special gala event attracts members
Comparing and Contrasting Glashütte Natives For true watch nerds, the industry goes far beyond watchmakers with massive brand power, like Rolex or Omega. Some companies have a rich history in the field of watchmaking that far outdates big box brands. Two examples of this are A.
The Best of Rolex Bracelets The bracelet is quite possibly one of the most overlooked aspects of a timepiece. Sure, the case, dial, and bezel are the star of the show because they display the primary function and style of the watch. Still, the bracelet is
Our Guide to Entry-Level Timepieces Are you ready to start your watch collection or add a new brand to your current collection? Selecting your first model can be tough. There are so many different options to choose from, all at an array of price points. Keep
Rolex Submariner vs. Tudor Submariner: A Comparison of Similar Models Since Hans Wilsdorf created Tudor in 1946, people have compared the brand to their parent company, Rolex. For decades, many watch aficionados and collectors believed Rolex to be the superior manufacturer. Wilsdorf’s original intention behind creating
NORAD's Military Background As people who spend a lot of time thinking about time, tracking time, and talking about time, we’ve been curious. Have you ever thought about how Santa has the time to travel around the entire Earth in a single night? You can follow
Comparing Olympic Sledding Skeleton is one of the most mysterious Winter Olympic sports. Sledding events, such as skeleton, are also some of the most exciting and potentially dangerous competitions. Just like many of our favorite watches, skeleton has its roots in Switzerland. The sport originated in
Claiming the America's Cup When you think of Panerai, you might immediately conjure up an image of a dive or yacht watch. The brand has a deep history of producing instruments optimized for the deep blue sea. It started around the turn of the twentieth century
Sport watches are consistently one of the most popular types of timepieces. The name of the category may make you think of a watch with a more casual or rugged appearance. However, as sport watches have grown in demand over the years, watchmakers have pushed
