Articles - Watch Complications

Grand Seiko SBGW275

03/04/2022

The Grand Seiko SBGW275 packs a visual punch front and back. Inspired by the Iwai River in the Genbi Valley, the teal dial represents flowing waters. In the review video, I discuss dials, GS limited editions, pros and cons, custom straps, and of course I include plenty of pictures.

Accessories Reviews Storage

Barton Leather Watch Roll

03/03/202203/03/2022

The Barton leather watch roll, made from recycled leather, is yet another option if you are looking for a watch travel case. Although the leather quality seems adequate given the price point, the case has a major drawback. In the review video, I show the unboxing, discuss pros and cons, and test how various watches […]

Casual Microbrands Reviews Vario

Vario Navi Jumping Hour

03/02/202203/02/2022

The Vario Navi Jumping Hour, is a refreshing departure from the norm in microbrand watch releases. This unique offering is also one of the most comfortable watches I have worn. In the review video, I discuss the jumping hour movement, show some other examples, introduce the Vario models including the Popeye variants, and of course […]

Accessories Books Reviews

Books for Watch Enthusiasts

12/18/2021

When you find yourself with some down time, having good books around is important. As a watch enthusiast, I like books about horology, but I also appreciate history, science, engineering, and other related topics. Here are books I recommend to fellow enthusiasts. The books for watch enthusiasts I have read and recommend are not typical […]

How-to

Customizing Watch Dials with Waterslide Decals

12/09/2021

Testing processes and materials is important when making dials and when customizing watch dials with waterslide decals. In a previous post, I shared my series of tests for figuring out a consistent process for applying waterslide decals to dials, testing color prints, how a variety of dial components handled the process, and if applying multiple […]

Dress Reviews Rolex

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Turquoise 277200

10/27/2021

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 277200 turquoise, sometimes affectionately called “tiffany blue,” is a stunning watch. In the review video, I discuss ADs, the gray market, pros and cons of the watch, and of course I include plenty of pictures along the way.

Dress Microbrands Reviews

ETIEN T01

10/15/202110/15/2021

Having reviewed some other Singapore-based watch microbrands such as Vario and Feynman Timekeepers, I was asked to take a look at a new brand’s first offering, the ETIEN T01. Available for purchase on their website, I received the Emerald Green model for review, which is also offered in Ruby Red.

Casual Feynman Timekeepers Microbrands Reviews Sports

Feynman Fjord

10/01/202110/01/2021

I have reviewed a few Feynman Timekeepers watches in the past, including the One and the Cove. Their latest release, named the Fjord, builds on their unique design language in the microbrand space. Now available for pre-order on their website, I had the pleasure of being one of the first to receive a prototype of […]

How-to Projects Projects & How-to Tools

Monty Python Ministry of Silly Walks Watch Mod

09/27/202111/05/2021

The Monty Python Ministry of Silly Walks watch has seemingly been popular, probably as a nostalgic purchase or gag gift, but what if we make it the Holy Grail of watch mods? Join me on an epic journey in this mini-series.

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Grand Seiko SBGW275

Barton Leather Watch Roll

Vario Navi Jumping Hour

Books for Watch Enthusiasts

Customizing Watch Dials with Waterslide Decals

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Turquoise 277200

ETIEN T01

Feynman Fjord

Monty Python Ministry of Silly Walks Watch Mod