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Introducing: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Satin-Polished Steel

A steel reveal with mass appeal.

Breitling Superocean Automatic 42 Review

Breitling as a brand is famously known for its aviation timepieces, with the likes of the Navitimer and Aviator models being very popular. The brand however, has so much more to offer. With watches to suit sport professionals and adventurers, to the more elegant and urban watches such as the Premier collection, Breitling has a wide variety of timepieces to suit everyone. Breitling has a rich history in the diving sector as well thanks to their SuperOcean and SuperOcean Heritage collections. These two diving collections are different from each other as the Heritage has a more chronograph and sporty appearance, whereas the SuperOcean has a more clean and simple look. Two different styles of diving watches to suit two different audiences.   What we have on our hands today is a piece from Breitling’s 2019 Baselworld SuperOcean collection release; the SuperOcean 42mm Automatic. When the Breitling SuperOcean was first released in 1957, it was released to make it clear that there was a new player in the diver’s watch market. Since its first release over 60 years ago, the Breitling SuperOcean collection has stayed true to the quality, pure Breitling style and exceptional performance. The 2019 update brings a new facelift with two dial colour choices (black and blue), while keeping the internal mechanics that the SuperOcean is known for the same.  The 2019 update for the Breitling SuperOcean was a much needed fresh look for the collection. Since Goerges Kern took over, most ...

Worldtimer vs. GMT: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT vs. IWC Pilot’s Watch Timezoner Spitfire

Do you need to know the time in various time zones? What is the real difference between a worldtimer and a GMT watch? How complicated are these watches to use? Chris Malburg answers these questions and more after spending some quality time with two enchanting multi-time zone watches.  

Introducing: The Richard Mille RM 33-02 Automatic

Missed the RM 033 in 2011? You're in luck.

Timex Giorgio Galli S1 Automatic

A Timex featuring a set of luxurious design traits, a reliable movement, and playful case architecture.

Introducing: The Timex Giorgio Galli S1 Automatic

The first model in a new series celebrating the brand's long-standing relationship with its design director.

The Value Proposition: The Farer World Timer Automatic 'Roché'

Old-world charm from a new-world perspective.

Hands-On: The Rado Captain Cook Automatic

The Captain Cook grows up.

Bring a Loupe: An Audemars Piguet Automatic Ref. 5273, An Art Deco Rectangular Tissot, And A 1989 Rolex Daytona Ref. 16520 'Patrizzi'

Your weekly round-up of watches from around the 'net.

Hands-On: The Farer Eldridge Chronograph Automatic

A mature, fun, and sporty offering from the UK brand with a love of bold color.

Highlights from the launch party of the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic 36mm Special Edition

Introducing the IWC Pilot’s  Watch Automatic  36 Special  Edition for  The  Rake  & Revolution

Recreating the ultimate military pilot’s watch for today’s urban fly boy.

Omega Speedmaster Reduced vs. Professional Moonwatch: Bargain or Bust?

Opinions are divided - The Speedmaster Reduced or the Professional Moonwatch? Is one more "authentic" than the other? Is one better than the other? Get the details right here at Two Broke Watch Snobs.

Revolution Awards 2018: Technical Achievement― Bulgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic

Once again, the global editors of Revolution weigh in on the best timepieces of the year, as well as the personalities that shaped the watch industry.

Brew Watches Review: HP-1 Automatic

The Brew Watches HP-1 case has aesthetics that are so pleasing because the soft square is something that we are already familiar with. We are seeing a rise in square watch cases in response to the design language of smartwatches. The case dimensions of the HP-1 are 38x38mm, strikingly similar to an Apple Watch.

Introducing the Patek Philippe Twenty~4 Automatic

Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic Review: A Watchfam Divided

It's impossible to deny that the watch is very clearly inspired by the design of the AP Royal Oak, which either captures people's imagination or causes them to hiss and spit at the "affordable homage." But is that a justified response?

Seiko Prospex “Black Series” Automatic Limited Edition

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here at Revolution, there are two things that we really love: a watch that lives up to its hype, and a timepiece where value is not just implied – by...

Ep. #95 The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Automatic Debate & Hong Kong Preparations

The guys are off to Hong Kong! Tune in to find out how they've been preparing and be sure to keep an eye on all TBWS feeds for fun content from the watch fair. It's going to be a blast!

A Class of its Own: The Richard Mille RM 11-03 Automatic Flyback Chronograph

Like the steepest mountains in the Tour de France, Richard Mille is hors catégorie, or beyond classification. Revolution charts the rise of the RM 11-03 to the status of ultimate collectable grail watch.

The new value proposition: Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic

The Bulgari Octo collection was first launched in 2012, a classic re-invented with a new circular octagon design. While sceptics took slowly to the new line, the Octo Finissimo has steadily gained ground and a reputation for building top of the line haute horologe timepieces.

Introducing the Richard Mille RM 71-01 Automatic Tourbillon Talisman

Review: IWC Da Vinci Automatic Edition ‘150 Years’

IWC Schaffhausen unveiled two limited-edition Da Vinci watches at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in Geneva as part of the jubilee collection to celebrate the company’s 150th anniversary.

Revolution Awards 2017: Best Men’s Watch - Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic

Once again, the global editors of Revolution weigh in on the best timepieces of the year, as well as the personalities that shaped the watch industry.

Under Pressure - The New Farer Aqua Compressor Automatic

With a refined 1960s aesthetic plus a new take on a lesser-spotted dive bezel, British-based Farer introduces an all-new Swiss-made sports watch.

SIHH 2017: IWC’s Da Vinci Automatic 36

Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Titanium Vs. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique

Blancpain finally released a Fifty Fathoms Automatique in a smaller 42.3mm size for its regular collection. There’s one in rose gold, but we especially thought the titanium version was interesting. Most of all, that’s because it’s the perfect candidate to compete against the Rolex Yacht-Master 42, which since last year, has also been available in […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Titanium Vs. Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Automatique to read the full article.

Throwback Sundays: Six Recommendations for a manual winding dress watch

A manual winding dress watch sets itself apart from its self winding counterparts mainly due to its relative thinness. While there are some ultra thin automatic movements out there, a manual winding dress watch deserves a spot in any collection for what it represents. Simplicity, history and elegance.

Hands-on - Minerva The Unveiled Crownless, Rethinking One of Watchmaking’s Simplest Controls

The crown is one of those watch components we rarely think much about. It has been there for well over a century, mainly performing two essential tasks: winding the movement and setting the time. We now have all sorts of crowns, including hidden crowns and even retractable crowns, yet very few have questioned whether any […]

First Look - The new HKF005, a King Seiko Vanac with a Dial Inspired by Tokyo by Night

Released last year, the King Seiko Vanac came as a surprise from the Japanese manufacturer. Contrary to most previous King Seiko watches, inspired by the early days of the sub-brand, the Vanac was based on an edgy King Seiko reference from the 1970s and powered by a Grand Seiko-derived, high-end automatic movement. This sharp and […]