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The Watch of 2022: Christopher Ward Bel Canto

12/26/202204/24/2024

The Christopher Ward Bel Canto is a horological masterclass in materials and design. A chiming watch for the masses, the C1 Bel Canto is without a doubt the watch of 2022. Sorry, Omega Moonswatch. Tudor, you’ve had a good year. GPHG can pass out awards all they want. Anyone who really understands horology at a […]

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Chiming Watches and Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Preview

11/01/202212/23/2022

Once in a while a watch comes along that changes expectations. Quite honestly, it is very rare. Chiming watches are a niche of haute horology inaccessible to most makers due to closely guarded secrets and inaccessible to most enthusiasts due to cost. The Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto changes the equation significantly. This post and […]

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Christopher Ward C1 PowerGlow Prototype

09/25/2022

I am thrilled and blessed to be able to share a watch with you that won’t be seen in detail anywhere else. The Christopher Ward C1 PowerGlow Prototype is an incredible watch, with only three known to have been made. In the video, I discuss the C1 case design using a few models, including a […]

Casual Dress Kickstarter Microbrands Reviews Selten

Selten Meteorite Watch

05/26/202201/27/2023

The Selten meteorite watch is a very unique, or as they call it “out of this world,” and welcome addition to the microbrand sphere. To say I haven’t seen anything else quite like it is an understatement, which is why I bought one. In the review video, I discuss initial pros and cons after wearing […]

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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.

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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.

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Feynman One or Cove?

03/22/202103/22/2021

A comparison review of the Feynman Timekeepers One and Cove models. Instead of a typical review for already heavily reviewed watches, I decided to put myself in the position of having to choose one to keep. The watches and characteristics are summarized below, but the video contains the finer details.

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Gallant Classic Series

02/26/202102/26/2021

A review of the Gallant Classic Series 37239-1. This dress style watch turned out better than expected and stands out in the quartz crowd due to the design and movement. A good low-cost option for someone wanting a ready-to-go watch with the mechanical feels. And hey, “Resistant Water” or “Water Resistant” who cares, don’t get […]

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