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First Look - New Iterations of the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Self-Winding 34.5mm, in Burgundy and Gold
Vacheron Constantin’s Overseas collection traces its origins to the 222 of 1977, one of the key icons of the slim, integrated luxury sports watch genre alongside the Royal Oak and Nautilus. Ever evolving, the collection was relaunched as the Overseas in 1996 and entered its third phase in 2016. Now a well-established family of sporty, […]
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Longines Ultra-Chron Classic Vs. King Seiko SJE089
It’s that time of the week again - time for another Sunday Morning Showdown! This time, Jorg and Mike face off in a battle of vintage-inspired daily wearers. Jorg picked the Longines Ultra-Chron Classic, which honors the original Longines Ultra-Chron from 1967. Mike’s pick is the King Seiko SJE089, which was inspired by the classic […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Longines Ultra-Chron Classic Vs. King Seiko SJE089 to read the full article.
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Omega Speedmaster Calibre 321 Vs. Rolex Cosmograph Daytona
It’s Sunday, so it’s time to wake up with a nice cup of coffee and another Sunday Morning Showdown. This week, Mike and Jorg picked two absolute heavy hitters to face off in this battle of stainless steel chronographs. Mike picked the current Rolex Cosmograph Daytona ref. 126500LN, while Jorg picked the Omega Speedmaster Calibre […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Omega Speedmaster Calibre 321 Vs. Rolex Cosmograph Daytona to read the full article.
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First Look - The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatic, now Available in Compact 38mm Cases
One of the earliest dive watches, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms has long been one of the most emblematic models available on the market. In 2007, the classic Fifty Fathoms Automatique (ref. 5015) arrived with its large (even oversized) 45mm case and calibre 1315 – two fundamental elements of the permanent collection. And this size has […]
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Tudor Black Bay 54 vs. Black Bay 58: a Calculated Downsize
Since 2018, the Black Bay 58 has been the star for Tudor. On the face of it, the Black Bay 54 (BB54) is just a smaller Black Bay variant with a few minor changes. Yet, taking a closer look you realise that the sum of small parts makes this very different from the Black Bay 58 (BB58) and Black Bay 41mm.
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Doxa Sub 200T Vs. Aquastar Model 60
Welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown. The temperatures are rising, and the Sun is showing its face more and more often. It’s time to get ready for summer and choose the right dive watch to wear. Today, we’re putting two vintage-inspired divers up against each other, both of which could serve very well as your […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Doxa Sub 200T Vs. Aquastar Model 60 to read the full article.
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Vs. Tank Must SolarBeat
Welcome to another edition of Sunday Morning Showdown! This week, we have a face-off between two watches from the same house. It’s a battle of old versus new, gold versus steel, and most of all, unabashed luxury versus (relative) affordability. We would like to know which Cartier Tank you would spend your money on. Would […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Vs. Tank Must SolarBeat to read the full article.
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Breguet Classique Extra-Thin Self-Winding Tourbillon Reference 5367: The Power Of Blue
What makes an enamel dial so magical? That is the question Martin Green asked himself when presented with the new version of the Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique with a blue oven-fired enamel dial that Breguet recently launched. You may enjoy the answer he came up with.
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Introducing - The More Powerful Citizen Tsuyosa 60 Automatic, now in 37mm
Since its launch in 2022, the Citizen Tsuyosa (a Japanese word for strength) has been a strong success for the brand and is now a leading option in the value proposition segment. Originally released in 40mm steel cases with a 3-link steel bracelet and a rough-looking entry-level movement, Citizen has vastly expanded the collection over the years […]
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Is a $40 Digital Watch Actually Better Than a $20 Casio? F-91W vs. Elektronika 55B
We compare the Casio F-91W and KommandoStore Elektronika 55B hands-on to see whether spending more actually buys a better cheap digital watch.
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First Look - The New Formex Essence 39mm Automatic COSC, Upgraded Where It Counts
Formex is giving its best-selling, compact Essence 39mm a refresh, bringing in technical and ergonomic improvements. The 39mm Essence was first showcased in 2020 as the smaller sibling to the original 43mm model, and we have since seen it in everything from the regular collection to the meteorite-dial Essence 39 Space Gold and wine-toned Gamaret. […]
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Introducing - The New And Very Vintage Nivada Grenchen Autochron Automatic Orange
Some brands flourish in the field of heritage watchmaking, at least for inspiration. Remakes, re-editions, re-designs and whatnot all rely on successful designs of the past. Nivada Grenchen is one of those brands, bringing back several very popular models from its rich history, yet it also has a more quirky side. Recreating a rather obscure […]
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Seiko Turtle vs Omega Seamaster: Hands-On Budget vs Luxury Dive Watch Review
We wore the Seiko Turtle and Omega Seamaster Diver 300M side by side to see where their differences matter most and which dive watch actually earns its place.
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Patek Philippe 5140G vs 3940G: two ultra-thin perpetuals, one decision
Same movement, same 19mm lug width, same three-subdial layout. So why does the 3940G push over €92k while the 5140G sits closer to €51k, and which of the two is actually the smarter buy in 2026?
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Timex Marlin Draper vs Orient Bambino: Two Takes on the Affordable Vintage Dress Watch
The Orient Bambino has long been the default budget dress watch. We compare it to the retro Timex Marlin Draper to see which vintage style fits you.
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Casioak vs G-Shock GW6900: Which Budget Beater Digital Watch Works Better?
We compare the Casioak and GW6900 on design, comfort, functions, timekeeping, and the one question that matters: which gets worn more?
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Seiko 5 GMT vs Vaer G2 Meridian: Hands-on Affordable GMT Watch Showdown
We compare the Seiko 5 GMT and Vaer G2 Meridian after hands-on testing to see which affordable GMT better balances character, comfort, and travel-ready practicality.
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First Look - The New, Summer-Inspired IWC Ingenieur Automatic 35 Pool
IWC’s Ingenieur tool watch, introduced in the mid-1950s, was specifically designed to handle magnetic environments thanks to its soft-iron cage. However, in 1976, the classic round watch fell into the hands of Gérald Genta, who transformed it into an integrated, anti-magnetic tool watch known as the Ingenieur SL Jumbo. After several remakes, the Ingenieur finally […]
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Grand Seiko Quartz vs Mechanical: After Reviewing Both, Here’s What We’d Choose
Grand Seiko quartz and mechanical watches both have serious appeal, but after hands-on time with the SBGV233 and SBGH295, one became the easier watch to recommend.
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First Look - The New Frederique Constant Classics Runabout Automatic GMT
Frederique Constant presented the first Runabout editions in 2009, and the partnership with the Riva Historical Society was formalised in 2013 to help preserve and celebrate one of Italy’s most enduring symbols of la dolce vita. The collection has become a biennial event, paying tribute to the wooden speedboats that defined the glamour of the […]
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TAG Heuer Formula 1 Automatic Chronograph x Gulf: Titanium, Carbon, and the Most Iconic Livery in Motorsport
Light blue and marigold on a full-titanium case, with carbon and a limited-edition badge. TAG Heuer's Gulf collab just got very serious.
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First Look - The New TAG Heuer Formula 1 Automatic Chronograph x Gulf
It’s fair to say that TAG Heuer’s history is so closely intertwined with racing history that it is usually the first name that springs to mind when the subject of motorsports crops up. In 1882, Edouard Heuer patented his first stopwatch, and in 1911, Heuer released the Time of Trip, the first dashboard chronograph. Under […]
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Affordable Field Watch Showdown: Timex Field Post Solar vs. Marathon General Purpose
We hands-on compare the Timex Field Post Solar and Marathon General Purpose Mechanical to see which affordable field watch makes more sense for daily wear.
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Omega Speedmaster vs. Seamaster: Which Should You Buy After Testing?
Compare the Omega Speedmaster and Seamaster through wrist-tested fit, movements, water resistance, and daily wear. Decide which Omega line suits you better.
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First Look - The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Automatic x Wristcheck
While a recurring thing for the watch industry in recent years, collaborations are relatively rare at Piaget, especially for limited-edition pieces tied to external partners. Yet strengthening one’s position in the markets doesn’t hurt, and the brand now joins forces with Wristcheck, a Hong Kong-based platform founded by Austen Chu in 2020, for a new […]
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Seiko Adds Two Anniversary Automatic Dive Watches to the Prospex Lineup
Seiko adds two limited edition Prospex dive watches to its 145th anniversary lineup: the heritage-inspired HBC005 and the Samurai-based HBB001.
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Affordable Solar Field Watch Showdown: Timex Expedition vs Vaer C4 Tactical
We tested the Timex Expedition Field Post Solar and Vaer C4 Tactical Field Solar hands-on to see which affordable solar field watch makes more sense on wrist.
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Seiko Samurai vs. Seiko Turtle: Hands-On Affordable Dive Watch Comparison
We reviewed both the Seiko Samurai and Seiko Turtle to compare comfort, design, value, and long-term appeal between these two affordable dive watches.
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Seiko Turtle vs Citizen NY0040 vs Orient Kamasu: Which Affordable Dive Watch Wins?
After reviewing the Seiko Turtle, Citizen NY0040, and Orient Kamasu, we compare which affordable dive watch has the best mix of character, value, and staying power.