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Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Unboxing of Stranger Things collabs with G-Shock and Casio by WatchDavid

G-Shock and Casio Stranger Things Collaboration Unboxing by WatchDavid

WatchDavid does an unboxing of the G-Shock DW-5600STT-1 and Casio AQ-800EST-1A in his latest video. These watches are a collaboration with Stranger Things to celebrate the Netflix series’ final season. Something the video reveals, which may not be so apparent in the product images, is that the DW-5600STT-1 has a metallic face which makes the […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

New G-Shock watches for December 2025: Frogman GW-8200TPF-1, GBM-2100CX-9A Year of the Horse, Vivid Red RRB Series

Along with the previously covered collaborations with Stranger Things, Maison Kitsuné, Beautiful People, and Bamford, Casio announced a few more G-Shock releases for December 2025 in Japan. These watches are expected to be released worldwide but may not show up in some countries until 2026. The GW-8200TPF-1 is a made-in-Japan and titanium-cased Frogman model featuring […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Beautiful People x G-Shock GM-S2110BP-5A collab features a multi-hued vintage style

The G-Shock GM-S2110BP-5A is a standout collaboration model that merges G-Shock’s hallmark toughness with the innovative, rule-defying style of Japanese fashion brand Beautiful People. This limited edition watch features a striking mix of silver, gold, and brown hues, with a uniquely finished bezel, dial, and band keeper for a vintage appeal. The resin band mimics […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio U.K. [and Malaysia] released the gold Casio CRW-001G-9 Ring Watch, still available

Gold Casio CRW-001G-9 Ring Watch is now available at Casio U.K.

We’re not aware if any official announcement was previously made for the release date, but Casio U.K. is now selling the new gold Casio CRW-001G-9 ring watch for £119 online (link below). We added it to the cart successfully and went to the checkout page, and it appears to be available. Since the ring watch […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Royal Thai Marine Corps Rear Admiral is rocking a G-Shock DW-6600 from 1994

In a photo taken on December 11, 2024, by U.S Marine Corps Lance Corporal Conor Ragland, Rear Admiral Nirat Tagoodruar of the Royal Thai Marine Corps is seen extending a handshake with U.S. Marine Corps Colonel Mark F. Schaefer during the USMC-RTMC Future Engagement Planning Conference in Sattahip, Thailand. Tagoodruar wears a G-Shock watch which […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio A130 versus AE1200WHD: Similar styles and modules but Casio Royale wins on value

The all-new Casio A130 series offers a retro-futuristic and metallic style, with an LCD screen featuring numeric and analog-style time displays. The A130 starts at $69.95 for the silver A130WE-1A (silver and black) or A130WE-7A (all silver) and tops out at $89.95 for the gold A130WEG-9A or gunmetal A130WEGG-1A. The A130 is a spiritual revival […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio Australia announces precise release date and time for the limited Ring Watch (January 13)

Casio Australia announces release date for the limited edition Ring Watch (January 13)

Casio Australia announced a precise release date and time for the Casio CRW001-1 ring watch, which is Casio’s first-ever digital ring watch and a limited edition release for the Casio Watch 50th Anniversary. The ring watch will be released at the official Casio Australia website (casioau.com link below) on January 13, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Official G-Shock watches inspired by the United States and the American flag

G-Shock DW-5600 x Chums 35th Anniversary Collaboration Watch

This post is not intended as a celebration of the final result of the 2024 presidential election, but since it is the biggest news of the moment, it got us thinking about official G-Shock watches with colorways inspired by the American flag or the United States. Most of these releases are older models that are […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

G-Shock DW-9052 and G-9000 watches are also worn by Navy SEALs

Disclaimer: The appearance of U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) visual information does not imply or constitute DoD endorsement. (Caption: A West Coast-based Naval Special Warfare (NSW) gives an “OK” before entering the water during combat dive training in the Gulf of Mexico, May 15, 2024. Photo By: Mass Communication Specialist 1st Class Alex Perlman.) When […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio’s ‘Fun Watch Story’ Series highlights interesting wristwatches from the past

In commemoration of the Casio Watch 50th Anniversary in 2024, Casio’s blog-like site at note-pr.casio.co.jp is running the “Fun Watch Story” series about interesting wristwatches from the past. (The articles are in Japanese but are translatable with the Chrome browser.) Some of these watches, while technologically groundbreaking and historically significant, are those that don’t always […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Non-limited DW-5000R reissue of first-ever G-Shock (DW-5000C-1A) leaked

Instagrammer Geesgshock (instagram.com/geesgshock) revealed leaked photos of the upcoming G-Shock DW-5000R. This model is an updated reissue of the original G-Shock DW-5000C-1A, which was one of the first two G-Shock models released in 1983. While modern DW-5000 releases are usually limited editions during G-Shock anniversary celebrations (some of which also resembled the DW-5000C-1A), the plain […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Affordable Casio alternatives to popular G-Shock watches

It’s our main mission to follow G-Shock, but we also appreciate other Casio watches. For the most part, Casio’s G-Shock is a premium brand which is priced accordingly, and it may not always be within a person’s budget. Even regardless of budget, some people may simply enjoy the satisfaction of buying highly functional products at […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Billie Eilish wears a G-Shock GA-100 watch in Japan

Billie Eilish wears Casio G-Shock GA-100 watch

American singer-songwriter Billie Eilish was recently in Japan to promote her latest album Hit Me Hard and Soft and the opening of her merch pop-up shop in Shibuya that was open from June 21 to 23. She made many Japanese television appearances and was wearing a G-Shock GA-100 watch in some of them. The specific […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio to host 50th Watch Anniversary gallery event in New York City

Casio to host Casio Watch 50th Anniversary gallery event in New York City

Casio is hosting the “Down to Business: 50 Years of Watch Innovation” gallery event in New York City from March 28-29 (10 a.m. to 6 p.m.), which will be held at HBX, Hypebeast’s retail outpost and event space located at 41 Division Street. The event flyer states, “Discover five decades of hard work and innovation […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Which Casio watch does Barry Keoghan wear in Saltburn?

Actor Barry Keoghan wears a Casio digital watch playing Oliver Quick in the film Saltburn. At first glance, the watch looks like a Casio A168, but the distinctive color markings had us digging deeper. Based on the shape of the display and the two blue spots seen in closer shots, the watch appears to be […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Hands-on videos of the Porter GM-B2100 and BAPE GM-6900 G-Shock collaborations, by WatchDavid

G-Shock GM-B2100VF-1A Porter, GM-6900BAPE-1 BAPE Collaborations

YouTube channel WatchDavid posted two videos with exclusive hands-on footage of the upcoming GM-B2100VF-1A and GM-6900BAPE-1 limited edition watches. (Auto-translated subtitles are available with the “CC” icon.) These G-Shock collaborations with Japanese bagmaker Porter and streetwear brand A Bathing Ape will be released worldwide in November and are expected to be some of the most […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Full metal G-Shock GM-B2100VF-1A is a Porter collaboration with aged IP and positive LCD display, includes octagonal bag

The G-Shock 40th Anniversary Limited Edition Porter Collection Bag Set was announced in Japan for a November release with a tax-included price of 184,800 yen. The made-in-Japan GM-B2100VF-1A is the first (and possibly only) 40th Anniversary GM-B2100 model and includes a commemorative anniversary bag made by Porter, which can double as a storage case for […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

G-Shock GM-110VG-1A9PFS includes ‘Time Warrior’ mecha figure case by Sun Shiqian

G-Shock GM-110VG-1A9PFS Mecha Figure Case Display

According to official Casio China websites, the G-Shock GM-110VG-1A9PFS includes an exclusive “Time Warrior” mecha figure case by Sun Shiqian, who is regarded as the “Godfather of Chinese mecha.” This promotion applies to the gold GM-110VG model only and not the black GM-110VB model. The GM-110VG-1A9PFS has a price of 1,990 yuan. Like the GM-110, […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Where to learn more about vintage G-Shock watches

As we mainly cover new releases at G-Central (starting in the mid-2010s), there isn’t much content here about older discontinued models from the 1980s-2000s. Fortunately, there are other sites out there with an abundance of retro G-Shock information that is useful to collectors and fans wanting to explore the past. G-Peopleland and 50 Gs Renowned […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The retro G-Shock DW-6600PC-5 has this unadvertised throwback feature

G-Shock DW-6600PC-5 LED Backlight with "G"

Thanks to The_Other_Shazbot on Reddit for sharing that the G-Shock DW-6600PC-5 displays a large red “G” when the LED backlight is activated, like some of the original DW-6600 models did with their EL backlights in the 1990s. It is a little different, as the LED backlight of the new DW-6600 models has a white color […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

G-Shock GM-110 series gets vintage-style aged ion plated treatment with GM-110VB-1A and GM-110VG-1A9

G-Shock GM-110 series gets the vintage-style aged ion plated treatment with GM-110VB-1A and GM-110VG-1A9

The vintage IP or aged IP style was a common treatment on limited edition G-Shock models from high-end series like the MT-G and GPW-1000 a few years back, and it was last seen on the full metal GMW-B5000V-1. The metal-covered GM-110 series is now getting two models in this style: the black GM-110VB-1A and the […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Casio to release ’80s-style A120 digital series including Stranger Things A120WEST-1A collaboration

Stranger Things x Casio A120WEST-1A Angle

Casio is introducing the all-new A120 series with a collaborative release with the popular Netflix series Stranger Things. The limited edition A120WEST-1A watch is adorned by motifs inspired by the 1980s-set series, including the Demogorgon on the face, vines extending from the face to the translucent gray band and stainless steel case back, and an […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Second DW-6600 revival model coming: G-Shock DW-6600PC-5 in Vintage Product Series with GA-100PC-7A2 and GA-400PC-8A

Second DW-6000 revival model coming: G-Shock DW-6600PC-5 in Vintage Product Series with GA-400PC-8A

A second G-Shock DW-6600 revival model is coming right after the first. The DW-6600PC-5 is part of the Vintage Product Series, which also includes the GA-400PC-8A. The series is inspired by the colors of electronic devices and computers from the 1970s and 1980s. The colors of the DW-6600PC-5 remind us of Commodore (VIC-20, 64) and […]

Date: 01/01/2026 @ 22:22:46 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

G-Shock Teal and Brown Rust Series includes the large GX-56RC-1 and 4 analog-digital models

G-Shock Teal and Brown Rust Series includes the large digital GX-56RC-1 and 4 analog-digital models

The Teal and Brown Series includes three (update: now four) analog-digital G-Shock watches and the large GX-56RC-1 with a digital display. The GX-56 is a fan-favorite model designed as a large and extra-rugged version of the classic “square” DW-5600. The colors are inspired by the vintage look of rusted metal, and each watch has its […]

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

A Collector’s View: Blancpain Introduces the Grande Double Sonnerie

So much to say! As you can tell I was quite impressed indeed with the Grande Double Sonnerie, as well as with the transparency with which Blancpain welcomed enthusiasts and writers.

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Laurent Ferrier’s Auto Sport 79 in Rose Gold

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

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New Release: Berneron Quantième Annuel – the world’s best annual calendar or a confused newcomer in a cooling market segment?

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Shades of Substance: The Squale Sub-39 GMT U.S. Limited Edition Watches

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Livestream 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): Follow Watchmaking’s Biggest Night Here

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

All Pre-Selected Watches in the 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG)

The 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) prize presentation ceremony is at 7pm (CET) Thursday the 13 of November, and you can watch the prize-giving ceremony live here on Quill & Pad.
Here are all of the watches in the running for a prize, there are six watches preselected in each of the 15 categories.

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

New Exquisite Timepieces and Arnold & Son Collaboration; The Luna Magna Red Gold Turquoise Limited Edition

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Edition Impossible: Exclusive + Available + Inferior

“We’re only making two hundred and fifty of them,” they say, causing your ears to perk up like a Doberman’s. “Just two fifty,” you ponder, eyebrows raised. “Correct,” says the salesperson, pulling a well-rehearsed “You don’t see one of these every day” face. Dazzled by the prospect, you throw your credit card down.

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:57 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

WatchCharts October 2025 Watch Market Update : What happened in September 2025?

The WatchCharts Overall Market Index gained +0.6% in September 2025, continuing its gradual recovery trend. Patek Philippe led the way with a +2.3% increase, while Rolex edged up +0.2%. Over the past six months, Patek Philippe and Rolex have risen +5.7% and +2.0%, respectively.

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Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Reacting to the 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève Results

I posted my predictions and picks for the 2025 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) just before the jury announced the winners. My picks did not do as well as I hoped, and I have some questions on some. But as always the awards gave me the opportunity to examine and consider many fabulous new watches. Let's consider the results!

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

My Predictions and Picks for GPHG 2025

A day before the ceremony, I am sharing my predictions for the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG) winners. I suspect it will be a big night for Audemars Piguet and Bulgari, and suspect Grand Seiko and Ming won't go home empty-handed!

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Pacotille and Counterfeits: Swiss Junk Watches of the 19th Century

As incredible as it now seems, Switzerland was once stigmatized as a producer of junk and counterfeit watches. This is the story of the 200 year fight between American and Swiss manufacturers for branding and quality.

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Reconsidering the Folklore of Daniel JeanRichard

Daniel JeanRichard, often hailed as the first watchmaker of the Neuchâtel Mountains, symbolizes the genesis of Swiss watchmaking. His achievements extend beyond legend; he established the system of établissage, fostering craftsmanship in the region. By imparting skills and coordinating production, JeanRichard transformed the local economy and shaped horology for centuries.

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The Curious Case of the “Pateck” Counterfeiter

Imagine being selected to judge a contest of fine watches and finding a counterfeit of your own company's product! That's exactly what happened to Adrien Philippe at the Universal Exposition in Antwerp in 1885, and the resulting furor (including government sanctions and a high-profile court case) laid the foundation for anti-counterfeiting measures to this day. Incredibly, the perpetrator of this fake (labeled "Pateck & Cie, Genève") was a respected watch trader, Armand Schwob, who insisted that it was Patek Philippe that was in the wrong. Let's take a look at the "Affaire Pateck-Schwob"!

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Zodiac Sea Wolf and the Dive Watch Craze

Jose Pereztroika recently debunked the fictitious history of the Zodiac Sea Wolf, inspiring me to look for additional context and information about this historic watch brand. Although it is difficult to say definitively that Zodiac did not produce a dive watch in 1953, there is a great deal of circumstantial evidence to suggest that they, like many other watchmakers, followed the trend set primarily by Rolex, jumping into the dive category at the Basel Fair in 1958. But the original Zodiac Sea Wolf had some interesting features, making a worthy historic model!

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The Controversial Career of Paul Perret

The story of Paul Perret is quite unusual: He was famous not for one single accomplishment but for three different ones: He revolutionized watch adjustment, registered the very first Swiss patent, and contributed to the only watchmaking-related discovery to win a Nobel Prize! Perret was incredibly controversial in his time, vilified and then embraced by his peers, yet there is little record of his life. Read on and discover why Paul Perret deserves to be remembered!

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

A Night of Surprises at the 2023 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie

The annual Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève ceremony took place on Thursday night, and it was a night of surprises. This year the jury trumped the fixed categories, and, as always, the overlooked nominations were maddening. Still, the GPHG remains the gold standard for watch awards, driving sales and press like no other.

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

How Charles Vermot Saved the Zénith El Primero – In His Own Words

In an industry as full of folklore and puffery as watchmaking, it is refreshing to uncover first-hand knowledge. As I was researching the history of Zénith, Universal, and the Martel watch factory I stumbled on a real gold mine: A 1991 interview with Charles Vermot, the watchmaker who saved the legendary El Primero watch movement from the scrap heap, and a look at how the watchmaking profession was viewed in 1991, as the industry was just recovering. I enjoyed the video enough to translate it and present it here for my readers.

Date: 29/12/2025 @ 04:15:58 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Palais Invar, the First Watch Boutique in La Chaux-de-Fonds

La Chaux-de-Fonds is sometimes called "Watch City" because it is home to so much watchmaking history. It is said that "Chaux-de-Fonnier" factories produced half of the world's watches in the first half of the 20th century! It's no surprise that some historic sites are forgotten, but the Palais Invar deserves a closer look: It was one of the most recognizable buildings in La Chaux-de-Fonds for most of the 20th century, housing brands like Montre-Invar, Alpha, Venus, Le Phare, Sultana, and Jean d'Eve, and it was home to the first Salon Suisse de l'Horlogerie in 1933.

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Date: 31/12/2025 @ 18:24:45 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Top Extreme Christmas Watches (6 Wild and Festive Picks for This Holiday Season)

Christmas watches don’t have to be simple green or red dials. The holiday season is the perfect excuse to embrace bold, playful, and over-the-top designs. From whimsical cartoon characters to nostalgic winter scenes, these six watches are chaotic, festive, and guaranteed to start conversations. If you’re looking for Christmas-themed watches, these picks deliver maximum holiday […]

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Date: 31/12/2025 @ 18:24:45 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Worn & Tested: Makoto Kodawari Review

The Makoto Watch Company was a brand that really caught my attention at the Vancouver Timepiece Show. Among the many microbrand watches on display, the Makoto Kodawari stood out with its incredible finishing, refined proportions, unique use of real stone dials, and affordable price. So as you can imagine, I was super excited when they […]

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6 Best Watches Under $100 to Gift This Season

Whether you’re shopping for the holidays, a birthday, or perhaps hoping to lure a friend down the rabbit hole of watch collecting, gifting a great watch doesn’t have to be expensive. These 6 best watches under $100 each offer incredible value, timeless style, and are sure to make a great first watch, or impress an […]

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Date: 31/12/2025 @ 18:24:45 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

How to Install Fitbit Sense & Versa Straps

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to remove the straps from your Fitbit Sense and Fitbit Versa 3 or newer, as well as install your new ones. Let’s start by removing the straps you have currently installed. Start by turning the Fitbit over so that the back of the device is facing you. You’ll […]

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How to Install Fitbit Inspire Straps

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to remove the straps from your Fitbit Inspire, as well as install your new ones. Let’s start by removing the straps you have currently installed. Start by turning the Fitbit over so that the back of the device is facing you. Next, you’ll notice that there are these […]

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How to Install Garmin QuickFit Straps

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to install QuickFit-compatible straps for your Garmin watch. Start by turning the Garmin watch over so that the back of the device is facing you. Next, take the short piece of the strap, which often has the buckle on it, and position it near the top of your […]

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How to Install Smartwatch Strap Adapters

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to install smartwatch adapters onto your watch strap. In this video, we’ll be using Apple Watch adapters, but the same process is used for any other adapters, including Fitbit, Garmin, Samsung and others. If your watch strap has standard spring bars, you’ll want to begin by inserting one […]

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The Best Smartwatch: Fitbit vs Garmin vs Apple Watch

If you’re on the lookout for your first smartwatch or considering an upgrade, the number of choices in 2025 can feel overwhelming. And if you’ve found yourself comparing these top brands, you’re not alone. Fitbit, Garmin, and Apple dominate the landscape of today’s top-rated wearables. Whether you’re searching for the best fitness smartwatch, the best […]

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How to Install Rolex Style Deployant Clasps

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to install a Rolex-style clasp on a compatible strap. First, we’ll install the shorter piece of the strap. Begin by using a small, flathead screwdriver to remove the outer pin on the end of the clasp. After unscrewing the pin, you can use the tip of the screwdriver […]

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Date: 31/12/2025 @ 18:24:45 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

How to Adjust The Length of Pro Mesh Straps

Transcript: Let’s take a look at how to adjust the length of your Pro Mesh Strap, and other similar mesh straps. Begin by opening the clasp. To do this, simply press in on both clasp buttons at the same time while lifting the clasp open. On the end of the clasp that does not have […]

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Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

A watchmaker is nothing more than a fancy blacksmith

As some have noticed, recently we have released three short videos on YouTube. Basically, we are talking about things that are relevant to you and to us. The watch business is a two-way street, and there is always a way to make dealings more efficient, more pleasurable, and more fun.

We know why you buy watches: because you love them. And if we can assist you in some way—whether it is buying, selling, or repairing—we are here to help and serve.

We tried to highlight three topics. First, contrary to all the hype, the watch market is not dead. On the contrary—it is alive and kicking. Here is just one detail that illustrates the point: in the past nine working days, we have only bought two watches! Yes, most of you are busy wrapping up the year, but when it comes to acquiring stock, these are the slowest weeks we have had in years—if ever. https://youtu.be/Phm01t7N3Ww?

The second video is about second-hand dealing. A transactional agreement were both parties have an obligation to act ethically, honestly, and reputably. If for no other reason than the most obvious one: the Sydney market is tiny. And yes, honesty does pay off. The four tips on how to maximize your profit when selling a watch are often overlooked, but they can make a huge difference—to you, the seller. I strongly suggest you watch it. https://youtu.be/xNbdL7BO26g?

The third video is about accuracy—hands down, the most controversial aspect of horology. Understanding and accepting what is practically possible (for a mechanical watch) is the very first step on a journey called appreciation and enjoyment of watch collecting. Unfortunately for many, the journey is much bumpier: excitement with a new watch, high expectations, then bitter disappointment when accuracy turns out to be “low”. https://youtu.be/KSL9Bap0Hok?

I am sure you will find the video educational and perhaps even somewhat entertaining.

Finally, once again, on behalf of my small team, I wish you all the very best and loads of Season’s greetings. Thank you for your subscription to our mailing list and for your business, and we look forward to serving you in the years to come.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

This is just crazy

Earlier this week, a customer brought in a dead Seiko Prospex chronograph. He bought it from another retailer 18 months ago—not from us. The problem was obvious: a broken stem and winding crown.

I suggested he return the watch to the original retailer, but he preferred that we do the repair. Fine by us.

We placed an order for the replacement parts on the 10th. On the 11th, Seiko shipped them. Today, they arrived in the mail.

Absolutely crazy—in the best possible way. And the cost? Less than $40 including postage. Two stems, a steel waterproof crown, and an extra crown seal.
(Andrew wasn’t sure whether the crown came with a seal, so he ordered one just in case. It turns out the crown already had one installed—still, amazing that Seiko supplies a spare part for a spare part!)

We haven’t completed the repair yet, but it’s already clear: returning this Prospex to full working order will be straightforward. Almost trivial.

The final outcome is predictable: one happy customer, a few dollars in profit, and an unbelievably quick turnaround. Another Seiko saved and ready for years of service.

You might be blown away by Seiko’s promptness, their willingness to supply parts, and their commitment to keeping the dream alive.

But you shouldn’t be.

Seiko is simply doing the most basic, most economically logical, and most customer-oriented thing a reputable watch manufacturer should do.

This is how the industry worked since the first branded watch rolled off the bench 120 years ago. Independent watch repairers were always the link between manufacturer and owner—supporting both sides, offering skill, saving time, saving money.

So why in the world can we no longer obtain parts for Rolex, Omega, JLC, Breitling—practically any modern Swiss brand?

Ask the Swiss brands, and they’ll tell you that we—Australian independent watchmakers—are too old, too dumb, and too unwilling to invest. Useless. Unnecessary. And if that insult isn’t enough, they’ll claim that by restricting access to parts, they’re protecting you from us—from our supposed incompetence and inability to serve you properly.

Of course, you know this is nonsense.

While they blame us and deny us parts, they continue ripping you off with outrageous charges, unnecessary repairs, and months-long wait times. It’s monopolistic abuse of power—and in any country that values consumer protection, it should be illegal.

Arrogant bastards.

I won’t beat around the bush: the day Seiko closes our spare parts account will be the last day of my watchmaking career. Not because Seiko repairs keep us financially afloat, but because everyone else has beaten us down, ridiculed us, and stripped our dignity to the point where losing Seiko would simply be the end of the road.

I only hope that what we offer Seiko continues to be seen as valuable. That our relationship continues and grows. That Seiko becomes an even stronger player in the Australian market, and that you keep enjoying fine Japanese watchmaking—proudly wearing a Seiko.

One thing is certain, proven over the past decade: we are not dumb, too old, or unwilling to invest. On the contrary—we are young, extremely smart, and fully capable of making anything from a single tiny watch part to complex space-grade devices.

And you know this. And that’s what matters.

Thank you, Seiko—and a very Happy and Merry New Year.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Clueless flippers

If you are even casually interested in YouTube watch channels, you must have noticed an avalanche of videos warning you that “watch collecting is dead,” “the market has collapsed,” and that you “must sell now before it’s too late.”
The doom and gloom. The horological apocalypse of unimaginable magnitude.

These creators and “watch gurus” are the same fools who, only a year or two ago, were telling you that investing in watches was a smart way to make money — and have fun.

The truth is simple: all those videos come from small-time flippers on limited budgets, whose main activity is YouTubing and e-begging. They feed on gossip and stir up controversy. They are in the game for clicks.

As a long-time subscriber to my daily newsletters, you have a perfect opportunity to see what stock is available, the volumes, prices, trends, what’s popular — and what’s not.

We operate in the entry- to mid-price level, with an average sale of pre-owned Swiss watches at around $6,500. So the facts below reflect that segment. However, this is the price band with the most market activity, and the one of greatest interest to novice and intermediate collectors and enthusiasts. As such, it represents overall trends accurately.

Fact 1
Good quality stock, priced attractively, is almost impossible to find. There is a strong demand for extra-fine, pre-loved Omega, Breitling, Cartier, Rolex and numerous other brands. This demand is constant and unaffected by the economy, interest rates, inflation, or disposable income.
A four-bedroom house on a large block in a leafy suburb with an ocean view will always find a buyer. And so will a mint 1990s Omega Moonwatch.

Fact 2
We see no slowdown in the watch trade. Yes, the COVID years were significantly busier, but COVID was a once-in-a-lifetime anomaly.
We buy and sell multiple watches every day. Most go to newsletter subscribers, but many are sold in our shop, through our website, or via personal recommendation. Business as usual.

Fact 3
We have not seen a major collection liquidation in years. The last time we bought 25 watches in one go, from a single seller, was well before COVID. Collectors are not selling en masse. If we can buy five pieces at once, we consider that a major volume deal.

Fact 4
Prices of new watches are going up — and they will continue to go up.
Manufacturing costs, labour costs, energy costs, and the cost of modern machinery in Europe are constantly rising. The Swiss are not newcomers to horology; they’ve been playing the luxury watch game for two centuries. They know when to increase production and when to slow down. They’ve been through every financial crisis and are playing a long game.
A Swiss industrialist is cashed-up, old-money, debt-free, and running a manufacturing facility that has specialised in a particular field for generations. The economics of watchmaking will not change even if you wake up tomorrow to news that Russia has resumed supplying cheap oil and gas to Europe on a scale never seen before. It won’t happen — so don’t hold your breath. Rolex, Patek, Cartier, Omega and Breitling are not going out of business.
Consequently, prices of fine pre-owned stock will continue to rise.

Don’t waste your time on clueless YouTube fools. But if you’re still puzzled by the trends, ask yourself a simple question: Am I buying a watch next year or not?
I bet you will.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Michel Cohen

If you’re looking for an hour and a half of documentary drama loaded with twists and turns, here’s a gem that will keep you glued: French art dealer Michel Cohen built trust with galleries before vanishing with $50 million in stolen artwork, leaving dealers searching for answers decades later.

Nothing beats the real-life story of a crook. You’ll love it. But beyond the pure entertainment value, there’s a deeper conundrum to be unravelled: when, and under what circumstances, does an honest person turn into a criminal? I’m not going to spoil your enjoyment, but here’s a clue: it often starts with good intentions—and a failure to honour a deal.

In business, a handshake signifies trust, respect, agreement and professionalism. A handshake is the seal on the deal, the signature on the contract—the rock-solid, unshakeable commitment that money and goods will be exchanged. But a seal can come in many forms: raising a hand at an auction, a nod, or a simple “yes” in reply to an email.

Watch dealing is no different from art dealing—or any dealing, for that matter. It is built on trust, respect, and iron-clad commitment. Failing to proceed after a deal is done and sealed is simply disrespectful and damaging to both parties. I’m not going to beat around the bush: those who fail to honour a commitment are not just time-wasters. They are a cancer to our business, and they are removed from our books as customers and from our mailing list as subscribers instantly. No second chances. Ever.

The world is full of honest people—and we are here to serve them.

Michael Cohen doco: https://youtu.be/5RJVbBOb7BQ?

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

She won't be right

Stewart Brand is one of those individuals who always thinks differently. Trying to encapsulate his opus would be futile, but to get just a taste of Brand, the starting point has to be his monumental work, The Whole Earth Catalog—a catalog, an assortment of things that serve as useful "tools": books, maps, garden implements, specialized clothing, carpenters' and masons' tools, forestry gear, tents, welding equipment, professional journals, early synthesizers, and personal computers. The catalog also described where these things could be located or purchased. Its publication coincided with the great wave of social and cultural experimentation in the 1970s, the convention-breaking, and the "do it yourself" attitude associated with the "counterculture." It’s the kind of book Noah might have written while awaiting the flood.

Brand is 86 but continues to write vigorously. His new, soon-to-be-released book is already being labelled a 'future classic.' Titled Maintenance of Everything, it is the first in-depth exploration of maintenance—and a powerful argument for its civilizational importance.

"Maintenance is what keeps everything going. It’s what keeps life going. Yet it’s also easy to shirk or defer—until the thing breaks, the system falters, and everything stops. The apparent paradox is profound: Maintenance is absolutely necessary, and maintenance is optional."

As publisher explains, the book begins with "a dramatic contest of maintenance styles under life-critical conditions: the Golden Globe around-the-world solo sailboat race of 1968. It goes on to explore the insights that can be gleaned from vehicle maintenance, from the zeal of motorcycle maintainers to the maintenance philosophies that fought for dominance in the auto industry, to the state of electric vehicle manufacturing today. There are absorbing detours into the evolution of precision in manufacturing, the enduring importance of manuals, sustainment in the military, and the never-ending battle against corrosion."

Maintenance of Everything is a sophisticated, provocative call to expand what we mean by "maintenance"—not just the tiresome preventative tasks but the whole grand process of keeping a thing going. It invites us to understand not only the profound impact maintenance has on our daily lives but also why taking responsibility for maintaining something—whether a motorcycle, a monument, or our very planet—can be a radical act.

In today’s digital world, buying a paperback may sound retrograde, even archaically trivial. Yet it’s possible that our grandchildren will one day need to restart civilization—and in that moment, they will be in even greater need of thinkers like Brand. The future of humanity is both terrifying and exhilarating!

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Something still does

The latest incarnation of the Moonwatch is the Co-Axial escapement calibre 3861 — essentially, the old 1861 with a new heart.
Obviously, the “Co-Axialization” across Omega’s entire range of movements has not spared the last true straight-lever legend.

Without exception, every watchmaker worth their reputation would argue that the Co-Axial escapement is hardly a step forward in Omega’s evolution — and certainly not a seismic, earth-shaking event in global horology. While it does offer some negligible benefits in terms of timekeeping, the selling point has always been framed around claims of longer service intervals due to reduced wear and tear and less reliance on lubrication.

Yet the escapement is just one of many building blocks inside a watch, and improving a single link in the chain does not necessarily make the whole chain stronger.

Over the past couple of years, we have worked on a number of new 3861 Moonwatches. Obviously, I am speaking from our own limited experience, based on a very small sample, but a pattern is emerging: there appears to be an issue with lubrication at the centre wheel.

The steel pivot running inside the bronze bushing tends to seize up. Whether this is due to inadequate lubricant, improper application, or incorrect quantity — it’s hard to say. But something is definitely off. A two- or three-year-old watch should not be developing power loss issues so prematurely. It would be really helpful if Omega commented, but I suspect a public statement is highly unlikely.

Again, I am not pointing fingers — merely reporting what we have observed.

However, there is another issue with the latest batches of Moonwatches that bothers me greatly: the decoration.
The pattern on the mainplate is known as Geneva stripes. This traditional technique is now applied with modern CNC machinery, but extreme care must be taken not to alter the tool’s speed or angle of movement across the surface, as this results in an uneven and irregular finish.

The key to Geneva striping is uniformity — and what we see, even on watches with display casebacks, is anything but refined, regular, or precise.

Not only do the stripes vary significantly from watch to watch, but even within a single movement. The balance cock and bridges often look as though they were produced with a great deal of inconsistency.

The pictures say it all.

Here are three photos of the 3861 movement. You can see that the balance cock, 4th wheel bridge, and main bridge stripes are finished very differently.

And here is another lot, from a different watch.

I am trying to remain calm, professional, and even as kind as possible — but this is Seagull-level decoration.
It would be unacceptable on a $3,000 watch, let alone on a $15,000 flagship model. Many makers have mastered CNC Geneva striping to absolute perfection — Grand Seiko and Patek Philippe, for example. Even a lesser Swiss-made movement like the Soprod, decorated in Switzerland for our Mark I and Mark II watches, offers far greater consistency and visual pleasure.

The truth is, the Speedmaster Professional 321 and 861 movements were never intended as breathtaking examples of horological decoration. These were hardworking, robust, and reliable chronographs — easy to service and built to last for decades, running ten, twenty, even thirty years without attention.
Unlike those legendary pieces, the latest Moonwatch lives in a different space — marketed and sold to a different kind of collector, at a price only they could justify.

If you’re in doubt — whether to invest in a brand-new piece or a vintage Speedmaster from the ’70s or ’80s — my suggestion is to take your time. I always say: nothing beats a brand-new watch.
But today, I feel — something still does.

There is no doubt that most readers will struggle to see the difference in finishes and perhaps ask, “What’s really wrong here?” The best way to answer that question is to compare Omega’s decoration with that of A. Lange & Söhne. The benchmark was set a long time ago — if it doesn’t look like a Lange, then there’s plenty of room for improvement.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Rolex Explorer Restoration, Part 2.

A couple of weeks ago, we left you with images of a completely rusted-out Rolex Explorer in pieces. At first glance, it looked like a hopeless case but as any restorer knows, the real story is in the details.

The process begins with carefully removing every component from the main plate. Rust, stubborn and unforgiving, is painstakingly scraped away by hand with a soft wooden stick. Each crevice is coaxed clean, then the plate is soaked in oil, scrubbed again by hand, and finally given a gentle ultrasonic bath- a sort of spa day for this weary timepiece.

Next comes the delicate task of removing all broken and corroded steel screws. The main plate itself is brass, plated with rhodium to give it that signature “white” sheen, and here lies the trick: steel parts are best dissolved rather than forced out. A soak in vinegar for two to three days works like magic, leaving the brass unharmed while the rusted steel vanishes.

Before this acidic bath, of course, every jewel and steel pin is carefully removed, tucked away to return later. The result? A main plate reborn, etched clean, jewels reinstalled, and ready for the next chapter.

And now begins the real adventure: sourcing original vintage Rolex parts. Some will arrive as pristine new-old-stock treasures, others salvaged from donor watches -each piece a tiny victory. With 50 to 60 parts required, patience is key. Delays are inevitable, and the occasional wrong part is almost a rite of passage.

But that’s all part of the journey. Restoration is never a sprint, it’s a conversation with time itself.

Yet all this epic restoration could be a piece of cake if Rolex would simply release spare parts to independent watchmakers. There are millions of those spares sitting neatly stacked in Swiss bunkers. And if not, all those parts could easily be re-made, distributed, and supplied. But Rolex won’t budge.

The hypocrisy and corporate greed of Swiss mega-brands is just pathetic. Not just in the corporate sense, but in their indecency, blaming watchmakers for a “lack of skills.” Ask Rolex, “Why won’t you supply spares to watchmakers?” and the answer is always the same: Only Rolex Service Centre can service a Rolex watch to Rolex standards.

But that’s a lie. As I type this, our team of machinists is making superbly complex, ultra-tight-tolerance parts for the space and medical industries - fields with standards far stricter than anything in horology. Day after day, batch after batch, we produce those parts and supply them with full metrological reports as proof they meet every engineering and performance specification. Replacing a worn-out part in a watch isn’t rocket science; it’s just a job for a technician.

I asked AI to generate a picture of an old watchmaker screaming “Release the parts!”
And the image it produced - an old man working in a dim, primitive workshop, fixing outdated watches — is exactly the picture Rolex wants you to have in your mind. “Don’t take your watch to those old, small, untrained, unsightly, non-corporate watchmakers,” they say. “They’ll cause more damage, they’ll fit fake parts, they don’t know what they’re doing.”

How about this, Rolex: just release the parts. We’ll take care of our customers to the standards they expect and demand, at a price they’re happy to pay, with turnaround times in weeks, not months.

Release the parts - and shut up.

(To be continued.)

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Is the latest Alpinist worth $1,550?

There is no doubt that the freshly released teal, green, and black Alpinists are not just eye-catching watches but also well-made, robust pieces. The finish is impeccable. If there ever was a Japanese-made, Rolex-looking case- this is it. Smooth, low-profile steel bezel and sapphire crystal with cyclops – just perfect.

The Oyster-style stainless steel bracelet with deployant clasp looks every bit Swiss in design and execution.

The same goes for the dial and hands: the depth and contrast is to the highest standard of horology.
Yes, it’s mass-produced, but mass-produced in Japan, using the latest high-tech machinery and techniques.

The new Alpinist is fitted with the 6R55 movement. It has a 3-day power reserve and is also made in Japan.
The straight-line decoration and gold-plated rotor won’t blow away a serious watch collector, but that’s expected. I was far more interested in the actual timekeeping: from six pieces tested, the “worst” performer ran at +13 seconds per day, and the best at +2 seconds — with an impressively healthy amplitude of 288 degrees. Considering Seiko’s specs for the 6R55 are -15/+25 seconds per day, these results were far better than expected. A small curiosity: the exact same calibre is used in the latest King Seiko line.

The green dial model comes on a brown strap, while the other two are on bracelet.

The only word of caution concerns the winding crown: it’s small and rather delicate for a 200 m water-resistant watch. If you have large fingers, be very careful when screwing it down — the alignment is precise, and an impatient user will sooner or later cross-thread it. Again, if you have a big wrist and big fingers, the Alpinist may not be the best choice for you — especially if patience isn’t your strong suit.

Now, back to the original question: is the new Alpinist worth $1,550? Absolutely yes.

Should you pay full retail? Absolutely not.

There’s an unspoken rule that newly released watches shouldn’t be discounted — and I’m all for it. However, as a subscriber to this fine newsletter, you are a special customer who deserves a special price.

Of course, if you wish to pay full retail, you’re more than welcome to place your order now. But if you’d prefer to chat discreetly about it, simply hit “reply” to this email and I’ll see what I can do for you.

All three models are in stock and ready for immediate delivery.

Seiko Prospex Alpinist Automatic Green/Leather SPB507J

39.5mm case size. Stainless steel case and brown leather strap. Forest green dial. Sapphire crystal. Date and compass functions. Automatic movement - calibre 6R55. 72 hours power reserve. Water resistance 200 metres.

Boutique price: $1,400

Seiko Prospex Alpinist Automatic Teal/Steel SPB503J

39.5mm case size. Stainless steel case and bracelet. Blue dial. Sapphire crystal. Date and compass functions. Automatic movement - calibre 6R55. 72 hours power reserve. Water resistance 200 metres.

Boutique price: $1,550

Seiko Prospex Alpinist Automatic Black/Steel SPB505J

39.5mm case size. Stainless steel case and bracelet. Black dial. Sapphire crystal. Date and compass functions. Automatic movement - calibre 6R55. 72 hours power reserve. Water resistance 200 metres.

Boutique price: $1,550

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

It takes two

As a long-time follower of our project, you’ve heard this countless times: it takes two to make a watch — a watchmaker and a machinist. In our fifth generation, we’ve got them both, in one go.

Let me make myself clear: this world needs more watchmakers. And starting early is a must.

Here’s an amazing fact — children can start to learn to count as early as six months by recognizing quantities. Most can recite numbers up to ten by the age of two. However, the ability to truly connect numbers to objects — known as one-to-one correspondence — develops a bit later, typically around the age of three.

Counting is fundamental to measuring, and measuring is essential to visualizing concepts — which leads to making. From then on, it’s just a matter of commitment and practice. It is well documented that in 19th-century England, children as young as five were helping assemble pocket watch fusee chains. By the age of ten, many worked full-time in watch production, while others were apprentices to master watchmakers.

The two sets of Bergeon tweezers have been sitting quietly for a number of years to mark the occasion. And on the day the babies open their eyes, I’ve ordered two Mitutoyo calipers — not the digital readout ones, but old-fashioned verniers.

For now, it’s all going to be about love, food, and shelter. But in no time, a new chapter will be written — with the help of the Almighty and our unquenchable determination.

A life worth living.

Nick Hacko

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Watching history happen

The queue is massive, spiralling around the block. Photo taken 15 minutes ago. And no, they are not waiting for a Rolex shop to open.

As predicted a few weeks ago: the bubble has arrived — the big, beautiful bubble called the run on gold merchants.

An onlooker unfamiliar with the situation might wonder: what are all these people lining up for? To sell their gold and take advantage of high prices? To buy more, fearing that money will soon be worthless? Yes, a few are queueing for those reasons. But the vast majority are simply desperate to collect actual gold — to convert an “I owe you” piece of paper into real, physical metal.

The frenzy and the urgency? Simple: there’s far more paper, more promissory notes, more contracts, than there is actual gold in the entire world.

And as the price of gold continues to bubble, there will be more demand, more pressure — until the pressure cooker finally blows its lid, and Lima beans hit the ceiling fan.

Back in June 2015, when a batch of twenty Rebelde 18k gold watches was delivered to Rebelde ambassadors, history was made. The first steel model had been released only 13 months earlier — and it was the first time in Australia that a microbrand, still in its infancy, released massive 18k yellow and rose gold watches. And massive they were: 135-gram monsters — not hollowed-out or gold-clad cases, not cheaply cast, but thick, heavy, solid-gold, three-piece machined cases.

The retail price was $13,980. Today, those 18k Rebelde watches are worth twice that.

And their value is not set by me, or by Chrono24, or an auction house, or a group of cashed-up collectors who worship microbrands. That’s the price any gold merchant — anywhere in the world, from Mumbai to Moscow, Hong Kong to Johannesburg, or Buenos Aires — would pay for my watch. Not because they value my horological genius, my name, or the “Australian brand.” For that, they couldn’t care less. They pay for the gold itself.

To my ambassadors who invested wisely in Rebelde: well done — you’ve doubled your money. Plus, you’re wearing a watch of genuine horological significance. You were backers of a project that will never be repeated — or at least not in the next decade — by any Australian microbrand.

When someone once asked, “Why would anyone invest in a gold Rebelde?” I answered in a blog post — more than 10 years ago.
Today, that answer has been fully validated — and it’s as relevant as ever.
What a journey!

https://nickhacko.blogspot.com/2015/06/a-post-in-forum.html

I promised, and I delivered. Handsomely. Smartly. And much faster than anyone could have anticipated. Myself included.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Down the Rabbit Hole of Gold

Over the past few days, a number of subscribers have reached out wanting to sell their gold watches. With gold hitting an all-time high, this is hardly a surprise. In fact, I'll probably be doing the same myself in the near future.

First of all, we're talking about scrap gold, not your shiny Rolex Presidents. Scrap gold comes from broken watches, bracelets, links, and jewellery - sent to a refiner to be melted down and reused. And yes, now is the perfect time to turn junk into gold.

However, the process of turning scrap into bullion is a bit tricky, to say the least. Having gone through this journey a number of times, I speak from experience.

Basically, you have two options:
Sell your scrap to businesses that buy scrap gold, or deal directly with a refinery.

In the first case, the easiest way is to find a local buyer online, make an appointment, and show up with your scrap.
The problem? They'll rip you off. You won't get anywhere near what an online gold scrap calculator might estimate. The price they pay is significantly lower than the gold spot price. They'll also complain about all sorts of things - purity, carat, content - all being "unknown" or "too risky." But you'll walk away with cash in hand.

Dealing with refiners directly comes with its own challenges. The most obvious one: as wholesale businesses, they're primarily interested in large quantities of scrap metal. One broken watch and a couple of earrings aren't worth their trouble.

There are also numerous "fixed costs" associated with refining. The assay fee - a charge to test and determine the purity of your gold - can be either a flat rate or a percentage of the total value. Some refineries waive assay fees for large quantities, while others charge for incoming weight, retention, and handling, in addition to the assay itself.

Then there's the refining time. It can take weeks to get your 24K gold back. But what really makes me nervous is the downright dodginess of the process. You're expected to place complete trust in the refiner, while having no leverage or oversight whatsoever. You leave your scrap - and whatever comes out of it is what it is.

For example, the common procedure is to have your scrap pre-sorted (9K, 14K, 18K, 24K), weighed, and recorded, then weighed again at the refinery. However, the last time I handed over my metal, I was simply asked to leave it behind - to be weighed later - because, apparently, "the scales weren't working." And I did. There's no point arguing with a refiner. It's a take-it-or-leave-it deal.

The upside is that, at the end of the refining process, you'll receive a lump of pure 24K gold (plus some silver), and you'll have the option to sell it on the spot at the actual market rate, have it stored, or take physical possession. You'll also receive a proper receipt.

To be fair, gold merchants and refiners are constant targets for forgers and crooks, so their lives aren't easy either. Dealing directly with them requires experience - and strong nerves. And yes, they're all the same.

Of course, if you have an 18K gold watch you'd like to sell for scrap, or any fine modern or vintage piece similar to our current stock, feel free to reach out. I'll be happy to make you an offer upon inspection.

But then again, selling any watch for its metal value feels almost sacrilegious. Take, for instance, this 1920s gold pocket watch - broken, missing parts, far beyond restoration. And yet, on its weary case back, a tender engraving remains: two birds hovering over a nest, guarding a single egg. The message could not be more heartfelt - a young family, full of hope, awaiting new life. One can almost imagine it: a father-in-law's gift, his blessing engraved in gold.

So, to scrap it, or not?

You tell me.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Important – Please Read

Especially if you are new to watch collecting.

Sydney Watches Pty Ltd is a licensed second-hand dealer. We buy and sell preowned watches.
Yes, many of them are in like-new condition, and some even still unwrapped, but technically and legally, they are all second-hand goods.
If you are an existing customer or a long-time subscriber, you already know how proud I am of what I do.
Finding fine preowned stock at the right price is extremely difficult. My service to watch collectors is highly valued, and over the past 30 years, I’ve sold more than 10,000 high-grade preowned watches. That is actually a conservative estimate.
The bottom line is simple: I know what I’m doing, I’ve been doing it for decades, and I’m happy to continue selling second-hand watches.
All watches offered are 100% genuine. Selling replicas or fake watches is illegal in Australia—and even if it weren’t, I would never sell fakes.

A common question: How old is the watch?

Before I answer, let me make one important point: to me, age is almost irrelevant. What truly matters is condition. A five-year-old watch in unworn, like-new condition is worth more than a one-year-old watch that has been heavily worn. However, to a novice collector—or especially to a first-time buyer—this may not be obvious. It’s natural to focus on age: the newer, the better. Most buyers are happy to learn otherwise, and after a bit of “education” and a few examples, their focus shifts to condition. However, some buyers remain fixated on age, and age only. If that’s you, you’ll be better off buying a brand-new watch from an authorised dealer. Nothing beats a brand-new watch.

Determining the age of a preowned watch

The only reliable and legally valid way to determine the age of a preowned watch is by referring to the date of sale recorded on the warranty card—filled in by the manufacturer or authorised dealer.
In reality, watches on the preowned market typically fall into one of three categories:

Watch only – no warranty card or receipt/invoice (“no papers”).
Watch with warranty card – but no date of sale recorded (“open papers”).
Watch with warranty card and date of sale recorded (“with papers”).

Here is an example open papers warranty and one showing the actual date of sale:

In the first two cases, it’s not possible to determine the exact age of the watch.
Instead, I provide an estimate based on several factors. In such cases, we usually refer to the watch as being manufactured within a certain period—often a span of 5–10 years or a decade—rather than in a specific year.

1. Should you buy a watch with no papers?

That’s entirely up to you.
Often, a watch without papers is cheaper than an identical model with papers. Booklets, warranty cards, invoices, and valuations are often stored separately from the watch—and sometimes they’re simply lost, discarded, or “safely stored” and never found again.
For most buyers, papers are far less important than overall condition.

2. Watches with open papers

Watches with open papers (no date of sale recorded) are less common today than they were 10 or 20 years ago, but many are still in circulation.
In the past, authorised dealers were often willing to leave the date blank at the customer’s request. I’ve seen open papers from Rolex, Omega, IWC and Cartier—you name it—and there’s absolutely nothing wrong with that.

3. Watches with papers and factory warranty

A common question: How much of the manufacturer’s warranty is left?
For example: if Omega offers a 5-year warranty on a new watch, and the watch is now 2 years old, is it still covered for another 3 years?
The honest answer: I don’t know—and I don’t care.
Remember, I am a second-hand dealer. I provide my own 1-year warranty on all watches I sell. I don’t represent Omega, and I can’t guarantee whether they will honour their international warranty obligation in cases of transferred ownership.
If they do—fantastic. If they don’t—then perhaps you should buy a brand-new watch directly from Omega instead of a preowned one.

In conclusion, you can’t have your cake and eat it too. New watches: full price, full factory warranty. Preowned watches: savings, one-year dealer warranty.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

One micro step in time

The 76th International Astronautical Congress is being held in Sydney from the 29th of September to the 3rd of October 2025, with thousands of delegates from around 100 nations expected.

This prestigious event brings together the world’s space community to explore the latest advancements and trends, academic research, industry connections, and partnership opportunities.

And yes, NH Micro is there - proudly representing Australian home-grown engineering and manufacturing. While NH Micro is certainly the smallest of all exhibitors, we’re already making waves with the fact that we have numerous parts in space. Nearly all of the coolest space projects we are involved in are kept under tight NDA's, but we can say that NH Micro hardware is orbiting above you at any given time, in any given location on earth!

Today, we need your support more than ever. Participating in an event of this magnitude is a significant investment for a micro-business. To help offset some of the costs, we’re running a special promotion on a Seiko, offered at an amazing reduced price. We’ll also include an NH Micro mug, signed by our small team - a win-win deal, heavily skewed in your favour.

We’re excited! Join us and let’s celebrate together.

Seiko Prospex Save the Ocean Special Edition SPB301J

42.7mm case size. Stainless steel case and bracelet. White dial. Sapphire crystal. Date window at 3 o'clock. Automatic movement - calibre 6R35. 70 hours power reserve. Water resistance 200 metres.

Boutique price $2,100

Your price $1,200
+ a signed NH Micro mug!

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

What Kind Are You?

Watches aren’t going anywhere. No matter what 'big tech' tries to strap onto our wrists, there will always be people who buy, collect, and actually wear watches. I don’t see that slowing down for the next 30 years.

But the so-called collectors aren’t one big happy family. They’re a jungle of sub-species - each with its own quirks, excuses, and questionable logic. After decades in the trade, here’s my field guide:

The Magpie
Collects purely by eye. Beauty, shape, style - if it sparkles, it’s in. The collection ends up a dozen or so watches with nothing in common… except they all look fantastic. Worn daily, shuffled like a deck of cards.

The Sentimentals
A drawer full of Dad’s, Mum’s, and Uncle’s watches. The crown jewel? The twenty-first. Milestone pieces with heart-swelling stories, but almost no resale value. To them, that’s the point.

It’s All About Money
The biggest group of all. Watches aren’t worn - they’re spreadsheets. Each piece is a “strategic asset,” purchased only to appreciate in value. Collecting? No. Market speculation in steel cases.

The Hoarders
Quantity over everything. Two hundred watches and counting - cheap, pricey, broken, doesn’t matter. The joy isn’t in wearing them, it’s in stacking them like firewood.

The One-Watch Guy
Owns a single watch but still stares longingly at every new release. His loyalty is ironclad, but he lives in permanent horological FOMO. Prudence has its virtues… but also its torments.

The Purist
Obsessive, tunnel-visioned, and miserable. Worships craftsmanship - but only if stamped with his chosen brand’s logo. Often correct, rarely fun at parties.

The Dodgy Guy
Knows shit nothing about watches, but needs somewhere to park excess cash. Approach with caution - or better yet, don’t approach at all.

The Bling Dude
Dodgy’s younger cousin. Breitlings iced like a bakery, Rolex Presidents with aftermarket bezels, and other atrocities. Proof that money can’t buy anything of importance..

The Sophisticated Collector
My favourite. Builds thematic collections - often chronographs - tracing a brand’s evolution. Thrives on the hunt for that elusive missing piece. Informed, connected, respectful. The grown-up in the room.

The Rolex Man
Nothing beats Rolex. A full-blown love affair with his AD. His fantasy? A long weekend in Geneva - with the AD, of course.

The Surgeon / Lawyer
After an 18-hour shift, drenched in blood or buried in briefs, he has just enough strength for one click: “I’ll take it.” For him, a new watch isn’t a trophy, it’s therapy. Brutal, honest, well-earned. Respect.

"I like it"
He just likes it - a perfect fit on the wrist, a nice dial, really good looking. He’s happy.
No need to overthink, overdo, or impress anyone. Life is simple, worth living. Watches are fun - meant to be liked and enjoyed. It’s as simple as that.

Happy collecting.
NH

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Rebel without a cause

On Wednesday night, I stayed behind the bench longer than usual. Nothing beats the most productive hour of the evening - half past seven, when the city slowly falls asleep.

Around eight, as it was time to call it a night, I was still roaming through the junk box, looking for a "dollar deal" for tomorrow’s premium subscribers. And there it was: a perfect candidate. An old Citizen Diver, still ticking. With a massive scratch on the case - which, thirty years ago, rendered it unsellable.
“I reckon I can polish this one in less than fifteen minutes!” I exclaimed loudly.

“No, you won’t,” a voice replied.

I was quite sure the staff had left two hours earlier. I looked over my shoulder, but there was no one in the office.

“Don’t you dare touch me! Put me back in the junk box!” said the Citizen.

“Worry not, mate. In no time you’ll be as good as new,” I replied.

“Leave me alone, I am sovereign. Besides, you are not a qualified Citizen repairman,” said the watch.

“Listen, you shitter, I am a third-generation master watchmaker, and you are a worthless piece of junk. You may be worth a dollar - but not yet.”

Swiftly, the Citizen was subjected to a buff. But only a second later, it flew away from the spinning wheel, hit the ceiling, then disappeared into the darkness under the bench.

I arrived home tired and worried. That stupid shitter could have hit me right between the eyes.

Now, you may say this is all nonsense - watches can’t talk. Fine. But hear this.

The next day, I arrived early. I had completely forgotten about the incident. But then I remembered that I still needed a bargain to feature. The moment I pulled open the drawer with pocket watches, I heard another voice:

“Herr Hakko, we need to talk!”

There were more than fifty watches in that drawer, but I knew exactly which one was complaining: a 1940s German field piece, a Grana, with a loud escape wheel.

“What do you want now? I am busy! Keep it short!”

The usual stuff. He was complaining that he didn’t want to be in the same drawer with 'asiaten'- Seiko Railway pocket watches.

“I want to be placed in the middle of the display case, where I deserve to be! I am not just an ordinary pocket watch - I was built for Wehrmacht!”

Yes, the delusional self-grandeur stuff I’ve heard so many times before.

“No way. In this shop, all watches are equal. Your glory days are long gone - you’ll remain where you are.”

“On display, to be seen and heard! I am built to last forever!” he demanded.

“You can’t go on display. Your radium hands still glow in the dark, you are a radioactive hazard. A danger to customers. Toxic to everyone.

But he wouldn’t listen.

With a swift swing of the Bergeon case opener, I snapped Grana’s balance staff.

My shop. My rules.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The Dead Wogmaster

The past few weeks have been sheer madness. Andrew and I are drowning in repairs – the bench is overflowing. I can’t quite put my finger on why. Maybe it’s the weather. Maybe it’s because watchmakers have stopped taking apprentices, or because Omega now quotes a 12-month turnaround time. Who knows. What I do know is that more often than not, we’re forced to turn away jobs that simply don’t make sense – either unprofitable, or with parts that no longer exist.

And then, amongst the mountain of Omega and Rolex, a familiar face arrived from Queensland: a Seiko Wogmaster. Yes, the very one we sold not that long ago. I knew it was coming, because I’d taken the customer’s call. New watches don’t just die without a reason. I was expecting something small – a loose screw, maybe a jammed rotor.

On the outside, the watch looked perfect. No scratches, no dents, nothing. But the moment I removed the case back, the story was written in plain sight: the hairspring was a mess, hopelessly tangled. It only happens when a watch takes a fall, or suffers a heavy knock – golf swings are notorious.

But here’s the part that moved me: once the hairspring was set right, this humble Seiko 5 came back to life with an astonishing amplitude, running at +2 seconds a day. Better than most Swiss luxury watches I see on this very bench. That’s not luck. That’s Seiko.

I love Seiko. Especially the ones we’ve sold. They have soul. They remind me why I became a watchmaker in the first place.

And no, I won’t tell the customer that his watch was dropped. He doesn’t need to carry that guilt. This repair is on me, free of charge – return postage included.

Why? Because when I hold a Seiko in my hands, I feel my grandfather and my father standing beside me. Both of them spent their lives repairing Seikos. When I breathe life back into one, I feel them with me. A Wogmaster on my bench is not just a repair – it’s a family reunion.

That feeling never comes with any other brand. Only Seiko. Only the Wogmaster.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

So, who buys your watch?

This week we ran out of blue Curl Curl dials.

For the Mark II project, this is a bit uncomfortable to say the least. Like Corinthian running out of lamb. Like Cindy running out of red lipstick. Like Three Beans running out of coffee beans. Simply unthinkable.

To the cynics: No, we have not run out of dial nameplates bearing my name. Plenty of those in stock, thanks for asking.

Yet as trivial as it could be to the naked eye, it is a detail like the pocket in the dial where the name plate sits, that makes the Curl Curl dial challenging to make.

The cut-out is created with a tool that has a radius of just 0.15 millimetres. That is 150 microns. Keep in mind that we are milling hard medical grade titanium, not soft silver or brass. Perfection takes time. There are not many dial manufacturers who can do what we do here in Brookvale, not even in Switzerland.

The Curl Curl dial is actually a three dimensional structure. Yes, the actual waves hitting the shore, are ‘guilloched’ in Titanium. Yet at the same time, they are so small, so fine, that they appear on the surface of the dial as nothing more than a fine line.

And here is the nameplate siting in its pocket, under magnification.

For the past couple of weeks, I have had the privilege to talk to a number of watch enthusiasts who visited our office for one reason only: To see the Mark II in person. Whether the watch impressed them or not, is not for me to say, but those who actually make ‘things’ themselves, who use tools, who design and engineer, were simply blown away with our ability to shape metal, like it is butter. Those who care, understand.

If we are to be put in a box of horology, it would be one labelled ‘very difficult to make’. And we are more than happy with that.

The actual tool is manufactured by a Japanese toolmaker specialist. And here is an interesting story:
After we ordered a dozen or so of the tool, they sent us a polite email asking what product we actually make that requires one of the smallest tools in their entire range?
Josh replied with a photo of the dial pocket. A few days later, Josh was invited by the Japanese to visit their factory. He was the first non-Japanese person to have a full factory tour, to see how the tools are actually made.
Yes, they paid for return tickets for both Josh and his wife, as well as accommodation.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Pounding

There is a thin line between what one might call a fine collection of curious objects and a pile of rubbish. Often, I find myself on the other side.

A perfect example: a 1950s British Morse key, manufactured by Walters Electrical. A bit crude in execution, but very solid - built to be pounded on for decades. This particular example was used by a Post Office Morse code operator. Numbered and signed!

Unfortunately, with so many ongoing projects, the decision was made to let it go. The price was set at a mere $50 which is probably less than what I paid for it twenty years ago. A post on a Facebook ham radio group late Sunday generated plenty of likes and one potential buyer.

“Hey, is the key still available? Can I come and collect it? I live close by.”

It was already past 7pm, cold and wet, and the last thing I wanted was a stranger knocking on my door. Radio amateurs are notoriously nosey. I know them well. He simply wanted to be invited in, to see what else might be of interest. And that is precisely what I wanted to avoid.

“Happy to ship it. Alternatively, you can collect it from my city office.”

“What time?”

“Any time during business hours.”

That was it.

Yesterday, he texted again, asking - Would I be able to stay open until 6pm?

"No, we close at five."

He was persistent. “Then I can come to your home after 8?”

At that point, I’d had enough. “Bloody hell, no. I hate people. Sorry.”

I’ll spare you the details, but my fellow amateur quickly went from passive-aggressive to full-blown mental. He was brutally offended by my refusal to give in; by my right to privacy; by a basic human urge to keep lunatic strangers away, to set a boundary. But what offended him the most was my right to express such feelings boldly.

“Hate” may be a strong word, but sometimes, it’s the only word idiots understand.

Like me, you probably have a watch or two you'd be happy to part with. A watch collection is like a bonsai tree, trimming and pruning is what makes it beautiful. But if you’re tempted to sell privately, just one tip: do not communicate outside business hours.

Texting late makes you vulnerable. You're simply signalling that you have no boundaries. And people with no boundaries are easily manipulated. Groomers and psychopaths are professionals. You'll stand no chance.

Yes, the key is still for sale. Dah di dah.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Every second counts. Or does it?

Last week, I got an email from a watch owner who was fairly disturbed. He took his Tudor watch to a Tudor service centre, and they refused to help.
He called later that day. "What was the problem, and why could Tudor not help?" I’ve asked.
The watch was losing time. Precisely half a second per day. The caller was annoyed with the fact that the maker dismissed his complaint by simply stating that the timekeeping is well within the chronometer specification for a five year old mechanical automatic watch.

And I could not agree more. Actually, I pointed out that he should consider himself lucky - the timekeeping is absolutely perfect, and there is no need for adjustment.

He disagreed. "I would be much happier if the watch was gaining one second per day rather than losing half."

Let me put things into perspective. It is like a person earning $46,200 per day asking their boss for a pay rise of 50 cents.

I am not going to bore you with details, but the longer we talked, the more determined he was that he was 'in the right' and that I should do my absolute best to solve his problem.

Thirty years ago I would have ended the conversation by simply hanging up. Twenty years ago, I would have made a sarcastic remark, and then hung up.
But nowadays, I am a different man: a mellow, woke wimp. "Sure, bring it in, I'll fix it".

The watch arrived on my bench yesterday morning. A Tudor Pelagos with an in house movement.

Assessment

The first step, prior to any adjustment was to place the watch on auto winder, and let it settle at room temperature for 24 hours. After that, the watch was placed on the timing machine, in various positions. The goal was to establish whether the customer’s observation matched the actual timekeeping recorded by the timegrapher.

The watch showed a constant rate in all positions of +0 seconds per day, and a heathy amplitude. There was no deviation except for dial down, showing -1 second per day. However this value is within the tolerance and resolution error of the timegrapher.

Pre-adjustment

The watch strap was detached, case cleaned of gunk, rinsed and dried. The watch was then left to recover for another hour at room temperature.

Adjustment

In order to gain access to the regulator, the watch case had to be removed. Tudor's new calibre MT5612 has a free-sprung balance with four adjustment screws located radially to the balance wheel, and not accessible from the top of the movement.

The mechanism had to be extracted from the case.

The adjustment screws were factory set in position so that the balance wheel is poised perfectly. Theoretically, the time adjustment would require changing the position of at least two screws to prevent a degradation of poise.

Also, the screws were machined with custom-design heads so a custom design (in my case modified) regulating tool is required.

The first step was to experimentally determine the amount of rotation of each screw that would correlate to an adjustment of 1 second, which was approximately 15 degrees. After that, the watch was re-adjusted to +0, then two opposite regulating screws were adjusted (by moving them in towards the centre) by approximately 7 degrees.

Such a fine adjustment is done purely by ‘feeling’. After the adjustment, the timegrapher read a daily error of +1 to +2 seconds.

Post-adjustment

The movement was returned to it's case, secured, and once again, the watch was placed on the timing machine. Often, compressing the movement into the case could cause variation to the adjusted value. However in the case of this Tudor mechanism, the rate remained the same, with only a slight improvement in amplitude. The watch was then water pressure tested.

Time keeping verification

The time was set to mobile phone data network, and placed on the winder for the next seven days when the actual timekeeping error will be determined.

The expectation is that the watch will keep time at a rate of around +1 second per day.

Now, if you think that the purpose of this write up is to impress you with my determination to showcase the ability to squeeze a 1 second improvement out of an already perfectly factory tuned watch, then you are grossly mistaken.

I just need to hear from you how much should I charge for all this work, consisting of 45 minutes behind the bench, 20 minutes of email and phone consultations, 15 minutes of in person consultation, the admin work related to record keeping and for providing insurance coverage on a watch left in my care?

And was it worth it? You tell me.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Public clocks could be tricky

Recently, a 1960s wall clock arrived at our workshop. It sat on a church wall for almost 60 years until it died.

An electric clock which runs quietly – until it wore itself to death. The congregation decided to replace it with a modern clock, but after a year or so, they realised that the new clock is not the same as the old one.

It was hard to pinpoint what exactly was displeasing; after all, the replacement was similar in style and shape, more accurate and was doing it’s job, as intended - keeping the preacher aware that extending the ceremony beyond noon is not just inappropriate but downright unholy. Yes, the good folk loved their rules.

The decision was made to have the old clock restored, no matter what, and money was not an issue. Comfort and conformity has no price tag. Upon inspection, I told them what they already knew: the clock is dead and beyond repair. The only solution: a complete movement replacement. A bit of a compromise, but at least, the main body will be still preserved. “What about the hands?” – they asked, unison.

Fitting an old set of hand on a new clock is quite difficult. The old hands are too heavy for a modern mechanism. There was only one compromising solution: to rebuild the old mechanism. The repair took some time, and it involved both electrical re-coiling, as well as re-bushing (making new bearings).

As I type this, I am pleased to report that the clock is running and keeping perfect time. Yes, all original, all complete, exactly as per customer’s request. Soon it will be reunited with the faithful flock. The best of all: this rebuild is free of charge. The last thing you want upon arrival at the Pearly Gates is a heated discussion over an unpaid invoice.

Your wrist watch is your private business. A public clock – displayed for all to see the time – is a tricky beast. You better choose wisely.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The writeup today is primarily intended for watch enthusiasts who follow the NH manufactured in Australia project - those who already have an NH watch, or intend to add one to their collection.

However, even if your interest in watches is broader than an investment in micro brands, you may find the communique of interest. I certainly hope you would.

Creating a watch brand from scratch is an ambitious project. Watch brands come and go, and for the past hundred or so years, many watchmakers have tried to turn a rather generic product into an immortalized, lasting, multigenerational brand name. Most of them fail.

The handful of watchmakers who succeeded were not necessarily the best, nor the most advanced makers. The most successful were those who understood that a watch is far more than a precision timekeeper, or even a tool: essentially, a watch is a fashionable luxury item.

The best examples of 'luxury horology' are traditional brands like Cartier, Patek Philippe, Rolex and recently, Richard Mille. Brands which spend huge sums of money advertising their watches primarily as luxury status symbols.

If you are to predict which brand will outlast the competition: bet on the best marketer, not the best maker. And if I am to bet my last dollar on a brand that will be here in a hundred years from now, I would put it all on Cartier. The old money luxury brand, bold and assertive.

Being a watch brand is not enough. To outlast and outsell, the prerogative is to grow and metamorphise into a luxury brand.

Yet in reality, if luxury and status are the only reasons we buy watches, then we would all wear only Cartier and Rolex. But we do not. We are drawn to different brands for different, deeply personal reasons. Aesthetics, workmanship, ergonomics, practicality, design, longevity, affordability. A wonderful horological kaleidoscope!

As you are already aware, the reason why I have invested more than 10 years on building my own brand is to prove a single point: that a small, independent Australian watchmaker is as good as any Swiss brand trained watchmaker. And in many cases, much better. With the release of our NH55 Timascus watch, that point has been made and proven beyond doubt.

Of course, the timascus project was a culmination of ten years of learning, investment in manufacturing, and training of the next generation of machinists and watchmakers. Together, we achieved much more than what I initially dreamed and hoped for. We started with a watch project and ended up with a manufacturing ability to make components at a precision and complexity level that surpasses horology.

Which in itself is a strange place to be. The fork in the road: should we continue to make watches, spend another five years developing an in house movement, invest heavily in marketing and branding - or, make high precision parts for other industries?

In both cases, the manufacturing aspect is practically the same. Yet the financial outcome could not be more different. A watch, as a product, is fundamentally different to any other assembly of precision parts.
A watch is built to last for 50 or a hundred years, exquisitely finished, and requires regular servicing. Also, it is sold one at a time, and each sale is directly related to your investment in marketing.
On the other hand, a 100 GHz waveguide, as precise as a watch, has a life span of 3 years. After that it would be either non functional or obsolete. Each waveguide is sold before being made. Actually, our customers demand is five time higher than our maximum production output. The best of all: industrial parts are completely devoid of branding, advertising and marketing to the end user. Not to mention, again, that unlike watchmaking at small microbrand scales, manufacturing of industrial parts can be fully automated.

As there is no real commercial incentive to make watches, why in the world should we continue to make them? I have no rational answer to this question, yet I know that we must.
The responsibility to continue learning, getting better, then passing that knowledge on is the only way to preserve not just our own independence, but the independence of the next generation of Australian watchmakers.
An independent watchmaker planting a microbrand is like a small organic farmer who grows his own produce, not just to feed his family and friends, but to preserve the environment, save the seeds and save the local biodiversity. Not profitable, yet priceless.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Every second of it

Earlier today, a visitor from Melbourne came in to check out the NH55. A subscriber to our newsletter and a follower of the ‘manufactured in Australia’ project. And once again, we talked about design, making, perfection, timascus, and guilloche; about precision and how difficult it is to turn an idea into a real, physical watch.

He left impressed. And that is the only thing that matters.

Quite frankly, and without fake modesty, as I type this, I am equally impressed with the outcome of the project we’ve poured our heart and soul into. NH55 is not just the most ‘made in Australia’ watch of all time but probably the last such watch in many years to come. It is a miracle, a crazy project that started ten years ago, that consumed every cent of investment at our disposal, and that required sacrifice only a person fighting for its existence is willing and able to do. But it was more than that – as we were making the watch, the watch was making us. The knowledge acquired, our ability to design, shape, and make, and our capability to manufacture at such an incredible level of precision is knowledge that could not be acquired in any other way. Priceless, ultimately rewarding, multigenerational, never to be forgotten.

And yes, it was worth it. We’ve promised, and we have delivered. Every second of it.

The best of all: our journey has just begun.

Should you invest in the most Australian watch ever? Don’t rush with the answer. But if you wish to see the watch, be impressed, and dare I say – be inspired, then stop by and check out the NH55 in person. It will be worth your time, every second of it, guaranteed.

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

The graceful butterfly

It is no mystery why butterflies are so often depicted in the visual arts: what could be more beautiful than the brilliant colour and pleasing symmetry of the wings, or the playful freedom of flight? The butterfly is also a symbol of love. The Greeks thought of them as a representation of mind and soul.

Yet this dial is a masterpiece on another level. The dial was made with a technique known as 'Ramolayage'. It consists of removing the material to model the relief, usually done manually on a 'guilloche-style' lathe. Reserved for the most elaborate AP and Vacheron watches, rarely seen in 'common' brands like Omega.

The technique is also known as brocading. Brocade is a decorative shuttle-woven fabric, often made in coloured silks and sometimes with gold and silver threads. The name comes from the Italian broccato meaning "embossed cloth".

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Many steps ahead

When it comes to trade and commerce, we live in strange times. We are swimming against the tide of fake news, market manipulation, senseless tariffs and global uncertainty. Unchartered, shark infested waters. Good business news with optimistic outlooks are few and far between.

Last night, finally, some positivity. Once again, I was invited to the annual SEIKO dealers dinner, a rather low key, almost private event. Seiko's way of saying 'we appreciate your business'. A handful of top performing independent Seiko retailers, from all states, familiar faces, a friendly atmosphere.

The core message was delivered in a typical Japanese way: modestly, but to the point. The last financial year was Seiko Australia's best on books. Seiko is not just doing great, but setting new sales records. It feels fantastic being a part of the winning team.

More good news; thanks to a decision made by Japanese headquarters, all the profit generated in Australia, stays in Australia. Seiko's plan is to invest in advertising and training. Smart.

Yet the detail that impressed me the most: if you are a Seiko employee with 10 years of service, you are still a youngster. Most of their sales executives, sales reps, state managers and technicians have been with Seiko for fifteen, twenty and some even thirty years.
In a world where corporate loyalty is measured in months, where climbing the ladder means relentless skips from job to job, Seiko employees are happy to stay, learn, be trained, remain loyal. To us, they come across as being genuinely fulfilled, rewarded and excited. Their contribution is appreciated and valued. What more can someone ask from their employer?

The unspoken words of the event were even more powerful. Not once was there a mention of competition, Switzerland, or other brands. True to its core founding value, from the days of Kintaro Hattori - "Always one step ahead of the rest.”

Powerful industry leaders lead, fearlessly. The Seiko way, for many decades to come.

Nicholas Hacko
Watchmaker and Premium Seiko Dealer
https://seiko.clockmaker.com.au/

Date: 30/12/2025 @ 21:42:24 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Locked in time

As I type this, in front of me is a Rebelde Titanium watch. A timepiece which represents a significant milestone on the road to independent watchmaking. The first titanium watch was assembled on the 14th of March 2018 and was immediately nicknamed ‘Tito’. I still remember that moment as if it was yesterday: a huge sense of relief that the project was a success, that all the components manufactured by numerous overseas suppliers are not just on my bench, but that they are manufactured to strict tolerances, and they fit perfectly, working together in harmony.

TiD was my first attempt to ‘deal’ with titanium. I remember months of correspondence with Japanese titanium case makers, asking dozens and dozens of questions – to which I had no answer. What titanium grade do you require? What finishes? Tolerances? Water resistance of each individual surface; the material properties of Teflon and rubber seals; their expansion properties under pressure and temperature. What type of coating, polish, scratch resistance level? Of course, I knew what I wanted, but I had no technical manufacturing knowledge to communicate my requirements to the Japanese in the way they expected. TiD was not just another white label watch; it was a genuine ‘designed and assembled in Australia’ project, started from scratch.

When it comes to the mechanism, Tito took the Rebelde brand to another level. Tanya and I travelled to Switzerland in the search for a movement maker who could offer the highest possible finishes and decoration for the trustworthy Unitas 6497. And we found it, tucked away in an unassuming wooden farm house in the heart of Canton of Bienne, was a movement design studio run by a husband and wife. We clicked instantly. “How many movements do you need”, they asked. “5,000? 10,000?” We needed one hundred. “We can do 100. No problem”. Of course, such a tiny production run came at a significant cost, but Tanya and I replied with ‘no problem’ too.

It took the movement maker almost a year to deliver one of the most beautiful honey coloured movements I’ve ever seen, finished with a circular cote de Genève. The solid 18K balance wheel was mesmerizing, perfectly balanced. The kind of movement you find in 1970s Omega watches, built in that very same village 60 years ago.

The small production run of only 50 TiD watches cost far more than we ever expected, and definitely more than we could afford, but the sacrifice was well worth it. We were proud to offer a NH watch which was as good as any Swiss watch, at a lower price. Yes, completely designed, assembled and adjusted in Australia. The original release price in 2018 was $3,500. Most of the watches were sold straight away, except for three, which were then priced at $4,000. Since then we’ve moved onto other projects, introducing new models: 45mm was simply too large for many of our customers.

The last three watches are firmly locked in time. Today, the production cost of 50 titanium cases would be tens of thousands of dollars. The mechanism of this finish – even more. Actually, the Swiss watch studio which helped us in production is no longer in business. For any small independent makers, life is always on the edge; being exceptionally good means very little in a turbulent world driven by relentless advertising and branding.

I am very proud of TiD Tito. I consider myself lucky that it bears my name on the dial. Completing a project of this magnitude in a very short period of time, on a limited budget was only possible thanks to your support; to Australian watch lovers who trusted us and supported our rebellion.

If you wish to invest in a watch which upholds all the core values of a true independent brand, then TiD is definitely the way to go. The price is $4,000. If you wish to add a hand made Australian watch box, then please add $275. Delivery is free of charge. Each watch comes with a five year guarantee and a life time of gratitude for your support.

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Date: 30/12/2025 @ 04:27:33 Wrist Watches News by VintageWatches.PK

Vario A11 Solar 1945

This one was sent to me by my good friend Ivan who owns Vario as I do their warranty work here in the UK. Vario make some really cool watches often taking an old and much loved watch and adding a modern twist to it. He has done the same with the A11. For those […]

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Namoki Mods Retro Build

This watch was built by me from a kit supplied by Namoki Mods an online watch parts and modification company. They wanted me to produce a video to show off this new model they had and with my taste in all things quirky or retro I could not pass on this opportunity. The kit was […]

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1974 Citizen Cosmotron 7804

I bought this one with a plan to service and spruce up and sell on time-tees.com On arrival although looking dull and having a scratched crystal I thought the dial looked good. As you can see there is definitely potential under that aged crystal. I immediately removed the caseback to now inspect the movement. These […]

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Seiko Type II 7123-7010 1980

This was a watch I picked up in order to sell on www.time-tees.com but once it arrived and I worked on it I thought it was nice enough to add to my already overwhelming collection! Like all good projects this one arrived as a non runner but on inspection the movement looked pretty clean visually […]

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Seiko 6106-8430 July 1979

Bought this one mainly because it has a coffin link bracelet which is not on any other Seiko watch in my collection. It came in a bit worse for wear but then I only buy a watch I can fix up. Watch houses the 6106 movement which I am all too familiar with so just […]

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Citizen Cosmotron

This was an awesome find and all completely original! I found it for little money with poor photos and a bit dirty so took a chance. When it arrived it was much better than anticipated and with a battery installed it was running too. I still decided to give it the full works inside and […]

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Bulova Accutron 214 ‘Spaceview’

This one is a bit of a grail watch for me. I own many 218 Accutron tuning forks but until now the 214 has eluded me. That is until this one came up for sale in a Japanese auction with crap pictures and no description. As I like a challenge I jumped at the chance […]

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Citizen Hisonic

This is probably one of the most dramatic transformations I’ve done on an Accutron movement! It’s a Citizen Hisonic from the 1970s with a wacky case shape and what I can only describe as a granite dial. Superbly retro so that’s got my name all over it. As you can see its in pretty rough […]

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Citizen Hisonic Snowflake Dial

Here is a superb find! I really like Citizen Hisonic watches. They are running the Bulova Accutron 218 tuning fork movement under licence back in the 70s. This one I bought in Japan with only poor photo to go on. Took a chance and when it arrived I was happy with the dail and that […]

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WW2 Bulova A11

This is a small watch only about 30mm in diameter yet it packed a heck of a punch historically. The A11 was a watch commissioned by the US military during world war II. There was a requirement for a watch that had to be a good quality reliable 15 jewel or more movement that offered […]

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J. Player & Son ‘Hyper Complication’ pocket watch

The J Player & Sons 1907 pocket watch, known as the “Hyper Complication,” stands as an extraordinary benchmark in the final years of the pocket…

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Isidor Straus Titanic pocket watch

This was an interesting piece of news that was shared amongst the Time Worn Watches group. It is an 18-carat solid gold pocket watch made…

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Ladies Rolex 9ct Rose gold wristwatch, 1920

We recently wrote a post about the world of ladies’ antique watches, which are sadly undervalued compared to men’s watches. This is partly due to…

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The world of ladies antique watches

Ladies’ antique watches, sadly, do not feature prominently in these Time Worn Watches pages. It has not been a deliberate omission. It’s simply because, as…

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IWC half hunter pocket watch, 1890s

IWC has rarely been featured in any Time Worn Watches post until now. I don’t really know why, the brand is respectable, and they produced…

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Watch revolution, 1910-1920

The period between 1910 and 1920 profoundly reshaped watchmaking. This decade witnessed a significant shift in watch design. Pocket watches had long dominated the market.…

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Silver Audax trench watch, 1914

This is an interesting brand, Audax. Until a week ago, I had never heard of the brand. However, it did catch my attention and I…

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The distinctive features of trench watches

The First World War marked a turning point in how battles were fought and timed. For the first time, British generals directed operations from remote…

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What’s the difference between vintage and antique watches?

In this Time Worn Watches post, we will explore what it means when a watch is described as pre-owned, vintage, or antique. Hopefully, this will…

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Prominent Swiss pocket watch makers of the 19th & 20th centuries

Pocket watches once served as essential accessories for both men and women. They provided a reliable way to tell time before wristwatches became popular. People…

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Watch Review: Cavenago ACCIAIOPURO Ref. CAV-1025

January 18th, 2025 When the Rolex SD43 came out I really wanted to try one. Give Rolex a last try. I traded in some watches at a store that I’ve gotten a few watches from over the years. When my SD43 arrived, I started inspecting everything. I hit the watch first, then everything else. I […]

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Watch Review: Kobold SMG-2

August 18th, 2025 🚨🚨🚨 well this was unexpected but a long time coming. This @kobold_expedition_tools SMG-2 is the newest member of the hive of scum and villainy. Kobold was one of those brands responsible for the resurgence of made in America watch manufacturing. This is one of those Kobold watches with the American made cases […]

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Watch Review: Gruppo Ardito Numerozero V2

July 30th, 2025 🚨🚨🚨STOP THE PRESSES!🚨🚨🚨Make way for the newest candidate for the wretched hive of scum & villainy! Didn’t realize I was in the market for one of these until one of these rare beauties popped up. You all know how much I love my Wolverine aka the generation one Numerozero, but wow oh […]

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Watch Review: Lum-Tec Combat Field X6

July 5th, 2025 We interrupt your Saturday afternoon to introduce you to the new Combat Field X6 Titanium! LumTec puts out some badass watches and the X6 is no different. This watch comes in at $995 USD and what you get for that sub $1k is quite impressive. The long list of specs is listed […]

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Watch Review: Terra Cielo Mare PILOT SORCI VERDI

June 27th, 2025 Allow me to introduce you to the newest member of the TCM family, the Pilot Sorci Verdi. This watch just arrived last night so I thought it would be perfect for Tool Watch Friday! “Inspired by the 205th Bombardment Squadron of the Italian Royal Air Force” The mice logo was what drew […]

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Watch Review: BOLDR VENTURE WAYFARER SIERRA

June 3rd, 2025 Here we have Boldr Tuesday and we are looking at the earthy Boldr Venture Sierra! “The Wayfarer Sierra pays tribute to the heritage of 24-hour sub-dial watches, once essential for explorers, miners, and adventurers navigating environments where daylight was scarce.” I love the autumn tones of this watch. The colors of this […]

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Watch Review: Visconti Abyssus

December 20th, 2024 The Visconti Abyssus! Some of OG Panerai guys that stayed behind in Italy when Panerai moved manufacturing out of Italy to Switzerland, those who stayed behind are responsible for this watch, and other Italian brands that were born out of that time era! I was bummed that Panerai became a Swiss brand […]

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Watch Review: Boldr Expedition 1 White Sands

March 11th, 2025 Boldr Tuesday is back baby and it’s a badass way to bring it back. Allow me to introduce you to the Expedition White Sands or as I like to call it the Boldr Storm Shadow! It might be a little premature but this my friends might be my personal favorite Boldr watch […]

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Watch Review: Squale 1521 Sole Cascante

March 9th, 2025 Welcome to Squale Sunday! Allow me to introduce you to this Gnomon Watches exclusive Squale, the 1521 Sole Cascante! It’s been a very long time since I have owned a Squale. I decided to give the brand another try and step a bit outside my comfort zone. While owning a skin diver […]

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Watch Review: Cronus Prototype 2

January 3rd, 2025 Allow me to introduce you all to the Cronus Prototype 2! A watch that I have been after for a few years. My first #newwatchalert of 2025! For those of you who are unfamiliar with Cronus, here is a bit of information about them: https://cronus-watches.de “The first manual sketches and technical drawings […]

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Big, Bold, Luxurious: 10 Oversized Luxury Watches For Men

Reading Time: 6 minutesSome luxury masterpieces don’t just tell time that also carries your personality. These days, men love turning to large dial watches and oversized luxury watches because of their powerful and premium presence on the wrist. Apart from serving their purpose of keeping time, oversized watches […]

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Why Lug-to-Lug Matters More Than Case Size

Reading Time: 4 minutesWe buy a watch for a multitude of factors: Passions, nostalgia, novelty, and many more. But when choosing a watch to wear, everyday wearability and ergonomics come into the picture — especially factors like dial hue, complication, and case size. Traditionally, a timepiece’s case diameter […]

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Inside Karan Aujla’s Watch Collection: Icons, Rarity and Craftsmanship

Reading Time: 8 minutesKaran Aujla has carved a unique space for himself in the music industry with his unmistakable voice, sharp writing and charismatic presence. Beyond his artistic influence, he’s also known for a refined personal style that reflects confidence and individuality. A major part of that aesthetic […]

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Why Luxury Watches Demand Regular Servicing at High Cost

Why Luxury Watches Demand Regular Servicing with Hefty Charges

Reading Time: 7 minutesLuxury watches are marvels of engineering, featuring intricate mechanical components that demand regular maintenance. These timepieces contain hundreds of tiny parts, including gears, springs, and jewels, which require periodic cleaning, lubrication, and adjustment. Over time, the oils used to reduce friction dry out, seals that […]

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From Tourbillons to Perpetual Calendars: Exploring Kevin Hart’s Finest Audemars Piguet Watches

Reading Time: 8 minutesThe Kevin Hart watch collection powerfully showcases his passion for luxury timepieces, especially his deep appreciation for Audemars Piguet. Known for its craftsmanship, bold aesthetics and strong identity, the brand aligns perfectly with Kevin’s vibrant personality and evolving style. His affinity for Audemars Piguet highlights […]

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The FP Journe FFC Shines Bright at the Phillips New York Watch Auction

Reading Time: 6 minutesThe FP Journe FFC occupies a rare and almost mythical space in the world of high watchmaking, where craftsmanship meets cultural legacy. Revered by collectors and scholars alike, the FP Journe FFC is not merely a timepiece but a historical marker that reflects the early […]

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For Him & Her: 10 Best Longines Watches That Elevate Your Style

Reading Time: 6 minutesIn a world full of fast trends, Longines never disappoints with its contemporary & stylish masterpieces that feel timeless from the very first glance. As a respected and reputable watch brand, Longines offers an effortless choice for men & women that blends luxury with everyday […]

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Inside Marcus Rashford’s Luxury Watch Collection: The Patek Philippe Highlights

Reading Time: 7 minutesMarcus Rashford is known not just for his football achievements but also for his sophisticated personal style, reflected through his choice of luxury timepieces. Marcus Rashford watches highlight his preference for refined, elegant designs that complement his public image. His Patek Philippe pieces, in particular, […]

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The Hidden Beauty of Time: Exploring the Types of Date Windows in Watches

Reading Time: 7 minutesDate windows in watches have evolved into a defining feature of refined timekeeping, blending practicality with subtle aesthetic charm. Over the decades, they have transformed from simple apertures into thoughtfully designed elements that enhance both readability and style. When exploring the types of date windows […]

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Christmas Gift Guide 2025: Holiday Season with Kapoor Watch Co.

Reading Time: 5 minutesThere’s nothing like the gift of time but these timepieces will be just as perfect under the Christmas tree too Watches are not merely objects, they are companions, storytellers and the keepers of our memories. In an age of digital everything, gifting someone a beautifully […]

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The Artful Face of Time: Exploring Innovation in Luxury Watch Dial Design

Reading Time: 6 minutesThe watch dial serves as the central focus of any wristwatch, where artistic detail intersects with mechanical precision. From the early days of horology, when simple engravings marked time on pocket watches, to the advanced watch dial design techniques of today, this component has evolved […]

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The Most Defining Features of Pilot’s Watches

Reading Time: 5 minutesWith the scent of kerosene in the air and the runway draped in a shimmery mirage, the aircraft pilot responds to tower control, “Roger that”, as he cautiously completes his pre-flight checklist. Every flight to the skies challenges the bond between aviator and aircraft. After […]

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