Brief History of the Breitling Navitimer The Breitling brand has become synonymous with superior pilot watches since the release of the Chronomat in 1942. With its debut came the introduction of a totally new and patented technology specifically desi…
Video Transcription Most watches follow a pretty standard design. It's a circular case, with lugs connecting to a bracelet, and a crown at three o'clock. It's a tried and true design that just works, but sometimes you may want something a little diff…
Each year, the watch industry has a plethora of exciting events. Almost every month, there’s a different auction or exhibition you can attend. Some are larger and better known, like Baselworld. Others are smaller and more regionally specific, like Wa…
Developing a Signature Design as a Watch Brand Every watch brand has signature traits. For some, it’s technical, and for others, it’s design. Since its inception in 1946, Tudor has worked to distinguish themselves from their powerhouse parent company…
The Rolex Daytona: A Collector’s Timepiece The Daytona instantly became a staple of the Rolex catalog when it debuted in 1963. Over the years, the collection has notched some milestone moments for the Rolex brand. Models like the Paul Newman Daytonas…
In the early days of watchmaking, there were many factors that could influence the accuracy of a watch. One of them was not, however, magnetic forces – powerful magnetic forces simply weren’t around. In fact, it wasn’t until the twentieth century – 1…
Imagine if you could have predicted how iconic certain watch models would eventually become. Think of watches like the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak that were nearly a flop and now a legend. Consider that a stainless steel model was once thought to be in…
The burgeoning watch enthusiast and insecure teenager share a similar predicament - what will people think? The negative connotation of flashy watches (while sometimes true) sheds a negative light on the watch community. For young professionals or th…
Video Transcription The Rolex Explorer is often overlooked when compared to its flashier siblings like the Submariner and the Daytona, but it's every bit of a Rolex sport watch. So, let's take a look at the Explorer history, talk through some of the…
Video Transcription At a glance the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak and the Patek Philippe Nautilus seem to be distant cousins. They're both stainless steel watches from two of the most esteemed watch brands, and they both have pretty unique case designs…
Today, many people still fall under the antiquated assumption that diamonds are reserved for women. Interestingly enough, much like WWI helped to transform the wristwatch from a women’s jewelry item into a masculine tool, WWII did something similar f…
It may just seem like another year is coming to a close, another year is around the corner. However, 2020 isn’t just another year. It ushers in a new decade. 2010 may not seem like that long ago, but here are a few things to put it into perspective…
Evolution of Rolex’s Proprietary Materials Experimentation with new materials has always been a part of the watch industry. In the past, it was necessary to further the evolution of watches themselves. The development of new watch materials helped wa…
The Enduring Legacy of Military Watches Watches have been an important tool for military forces for centuries. These specially designed and issued models eventually made their way into the civilian market. Today, military-inspired timepieces continue…
You may know Adam Driver from his breakout role in HBO’s Girls. Perhaps you’re more familiar with him as Kylo Ren in the Star Wars franchise. Since rising to stardom as one of the decade’s most intriguing actors, Driver has maintained the unconventio…
The Cartier Tank needs no introduction. Strip away branding, and the design is instantly recognizable to a watch nerd or lover of luxury goods. Introduced in 1917, the Tank has enjoyed a long history of adorning some of the most stylish wrists in fas…
Video Transcription Rolex sport models like the Submariner and the GMT Master II are some of the most sought-after watches. Their classic and robust design make them perfect choices for any occasion, and over the years with this increased familiarity…
Video Transcription In another video we previously covered the very basics on "How to use a Chronograph". So, let's take a minute and delve a little deeper and how to use a chronograph bezel. The most common bezel we see on a chronograph is the tachy…
In all your reading and research about watches, you may have come across the term “jewels.” No, I’m not referring to diamond accents or high-level gem setting. I’m talking about the watch movement. In fact, if you have or have seen a watch with an ex…
The chronograph is one of the most common and most popular watch complications. In the simplest terms, a chronograph is a stopwatch used to record or measure elapsed time. However, there are also variations on the chronograph. The three main types ar…
Rolex has been a leader in the watch industry since the early days of the company. One of their first achievements came all the way back in 1910. That year, they created the first wristwatch to receive chronometer certification. Since then, Rolex’s a…
With its eyecatching white dial and black subdials, the Panda Dial is a variation of the chronograph complication. Since its inception in 1969, the chronograph itself has quickly become one of the most popular complications, with an instantly recogni…
Video Transcription When people think of a luxury watch they often think Rolex and then they think, "There's no way I could ever own one!" But there are some really good sleeper models, as we like to call them. Now they may not garner the same attent…
Origins of the Aquanaut The 1970s marked a moment of significant shifts in the watch industry. During the decade prior, the mechanical watch market had surged with advancements in accuracy, efficiency, and water resistance. However, when it came to v…
Typically, the saying “you never want to meet your heroes” is a decent rule to live by. As a watch enthusiast, my “attainable” grail has always been a Royal Oak. So when that little black box showed up this month from the Crown & Caliber shop, I…