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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 laugh. Chaplin first took the stage in 1894 at the…

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 equation of time. It’s the difference between true sol…

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 might involve an ugly holiday sweater or sophistic…

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, Georgia was by a record-breaking twelve strokes. This…

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 regarded watchmakers in the world. Cartier watche…

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. Certain collectors focus on finding vintage pieces. T…

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 right around turkey day. Luckily, you don’t even…

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 modern watchmaking and resulted in some of the finest…

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 keep track of time. There were very few options for w…

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, they became the official watch of James Bond in t…

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 powerhouse players like OMEGA, Blancpain, Hublot, and TA…

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 or an anniversary. Rolex makes their watches for ev…

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 bezel combination has been affectionately nicknamed…

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 all the fall fabrics, there’s one that reigns sup…

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 1969 Apollo 11 journey to the moon, one of the mos…

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 pieces of any closet. When in doubt, you wear black…

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 shadows. Strange things start to happen each year as we…

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 the most professional way possible. We’re not just t…

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 established in 2001. The competition is open to all…

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 member of the bands the Yardbirds and Cream. Over the…

Comparing the GMT Master vs. GMT Master II Developments in watchmaking directly tie to progress in our world. As we evolve, watches evolve too. One model that perfectly exemplifies this connection between watches and our culture is Rolex’s GMT Master. The GMT Master is a Rolex watch that has transfo…

Our Watch Picks for the NFC South For many sports fans, the best part of fall is the kickoff of football season. Nowhere is this truer than in the southeast, home to the NFC South division in the NFL. Since the 2002 realignment, they’ve boasted some serious bragging rights. It’s been the only divisi…

It’s that time of year where the days start to shorten, and you wake up to crisp temperatures and changing colors. That also means that some of our favorite breweries are rotating in their fall brews. So, we went and visited our friends at Jekyll Brewing to take a look at what’s on tap, and, of cour…

TAG Heuer vs. Rolex: A Brand Comparison TAG Heuer and Rolex are two very different brands who produce very different timepieces. However, even with their unique approaches to watchmaking, they may have more in common than you think. For instance, both Rolex and TAG Heuer make some of the world's mos…

Our Top Watch Picks for the Fall The days are getting a bit shorter, while the nights are getting a bit cooler. Kids are groaning because school’s back in session. Dads are rejoicing because Monday Night Football is back on television. These are signs that days of summer are numbered. Fall is almost…

The Breitling Emergency Watch When Breitling introduced the Emergency in 1995, it was totally innovative. In terms of its design, the original Breitling Emergency bears a lot of resemblance to its predecessor, the Aerospace. It features a dial with an integrated digital LCD display and a quartz batt…