Watch Favorites for the Most Important Men in Your Life Maybe he was there when you scored your first hole in one. Maybe he taught you how to drive a stick shift. Or maybe he gave you your first watch. Brother, dad, grandpa – there are so many import…

Charlie Chaplin, a Silent Film Star It’s hard to imagine a time when films were silent. It’s even more challenging to imagine a comedy without words. Yet somehow, even in the silent film era, Charlie Chaplin had an incredible knack for making people…

The Truth about Time One of the most intricate and rare complications in watchmaking is the equation of time. Only the most complex astronomical watches display this sophisticated mechanism. In the most basic terms, here’s how we can explain the equa…

Tis the Season: Our Holiday Party Watch Picks Around the country, the first snow is falling and turkeys are flying off the shelves. Since the holiday season is upon us, that means the annual holiday parties are just around the corner. Your tradition…

Tiger Woods: Early Success and Early Sponsorships Tiger Woods solidified his place in golf history in 1997 at the age of 21. That year, he won three PGA Tour events in addition to his first major. His victory at the Masters Tournament in Augusta, Geo…

Elites in the Jeweler Industry Once dubbed the jeweler of kings, and the king of jewelers, today we simply know them as Cartier. The company began as a destination for bespoke jewelry and timepieces. Now, it has flourished into one of the most highly…

A Modern Twist on Vintage Watches There are often two camps when it comes to vintage watches. To some, a vintage timepiece may be a family heirloom passed down through generations. It has a story behind it, memory attached, and sentimental value. Cer…

Our Best Black Friday Picks for You The first celebration of the holiday season is finally upon us. Thanksgiving is right around the corner. That means it’s time to begin thinking about your holiday shopping. You can find the best deals of the season…

Patek Philippe Brand History Patek Philippe is one of the oldest and longest-standing watch companies. In nearly two centuries of business, they’ve pioneered countless pieces of technology. These innovations have contributed to the advancement of mod…

A History of Standardizing Time Before a unified time system was established, each city had its own local time. At one point in the United States, there were over 100 different local times. In those days, it was extra challenging for travelers to kee…

Our Top Five OMEGA Sale Picks OMEGA has left its mark on the history of horology and our culture. They’ve served as one of the official timekeepers of the Olympic Games since 1932. They’ve been the official watch of the space program since 1965. And…

Jean-Claude Biver: Small Beginnings in the Watch Industry Jean-Claude Biver is one of the most important names in the watch industry. For over forty years, he’s left a lasting impact on some of the biggest brands. His career includes work with powerh…

For many, Rolex is the king of all watch brands. Some consider owning a Rolex or a particular Rolex model a crowning achievement. A Rolex is an excellent watch to start or complete any collection. It’s the perfect timepiece to celebrate a milestone o…

Rolex Pepsi vs. Tudor Pepsi: Different Watches, Same Inspired Bezel Rolex debuted the first GMT Master in 1954 in collaboration with Pan Am. The original model featured the airline’s signature red and blue colors on the two-tone bezel. Today, this be…

Our List of Leather Band Essentials One of the most exciting things about a new season is the opportunity to wear different items in your wardrobe. You remember how much you love the warmth of a wool cardigan or fit of your favorite pair of jeans. Of…

The Precision of First Man Earlier this month, Universal Pictures’ film First Man hit theaters. The biopic intimately chronicles Neil Armstrong’s life throughout the space race, and the challenges and triumphs he faced. The story culminates with the…

The Best of Black Watches this Season As a New Yorker, black has become a wardrobe staple year round. For most people, wearing black becomes increasingly prevalent in the colder months. A handsome black coat and a tailored black suit are essential pi…

Halloween-Inspired Watches for the Spooky Season Come mid-October, there’s a certain eeriness in the air. In the night sky, there’s a full moon waning. The tick and tock of a timepiece in the night becomes an omen of something frightful in the shadow…

Our Favorite Watches for the Lawyer For certain careers, style matters. Whether you’re facing potential clients or investors, your look makes a first impression. Many jobs require a polished appearance so you represent yourself and your company in th…

The Season of Watchmaking Awards On November 9, 2018, the elite within the watch community will flock to the Theatre du Leman in Geneva. Here, they’ll gather for the Academy Awards of watchmaking: the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie (GPHG). The GPHG first es…

Eric Clapton emerged from humble beginnings to become one of the most valuable and influential guitarists in the world. He’s the only artist to be inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame three times—once as a solo artist and twice more as a memb…