One of the hottest watches of the planet over the past year or so has been the Tudor Black Bay Chrono. When the revamped “Baytona” first arrived in panda and reverse panda versions back in 2021, fans hailed it as a stylish and affordable alternative to the white-hot Rolex Daytona. But over the next couple…
For those not yet initiated into the world of Rolex, walking into an authorized dealer (AD) and expecting to walk out with a Submariner or Daytona is, frankly, adorable. Buying nearly any new Rolex usually involves frustrating waitlists, patience and luck, which is why many who get “The Call” feel the experience is akin to…
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Mido’s Ocean Star is one of the best-kept secrets in dive watches. As part of the titanic Swatch Group, it is effectively a little cousin to the Omega Seamaster with a far more approachable price tag. While the overall quality isn’t the same, Mido offers much more bang for your buck…. Check out the original…
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When people think of Parmigiani Fleurier — and, to be fair, you’ve got to be pretty deep into the weeds as a watch nerd to know the brand at all — sports watches aren’t the first thing that come to mind. The independent Swiss brand is known for producing some of the classiest and most…
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Maybe the Seamaster Diver 300M that Omega designed for the 2021 James Bond film No Time to Die was so perfect that the brand has stuck with it ever since, or the film placement was used as a launching vehicle for the current generation. Either way, the best Bond watch ever spawned a series of…
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Looking for a feature-packed smartwatch that won’t drain your wallet? The HW62 Smart Watch steps up, offering a compelling blend of essential smart features, health tracking, and the increasingly popular ability to make and take calls directly from your wrist, all wrapped around a vibrant display. Let’s break down what makes this budget-friendly wearable tick….
There is no such thing as an uncool MING watch. But some are just a little bit cooler than others. Last year, MING debuted the 37…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] This High-End Brand’s Most Affordable Watch Just Got Even Cooler
To call the durian a divisive fruit is an understatement. Its intimidating exterior and putrid-smelling interior make most people steer clear. But others find that the sweet and savory pulp, with a flavor somewhere between vanilla and caramel, and a custard-like texture, outweighs the bristly first impression…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] This Affordable…
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Samsung’s brand-new smartwatch lineup for 2025 is here with the Galaxy Watch8. As one of the leading brands for Android smartwatches, it’s always exciting to see what Samsung brings to the table. The previous Galaxy Watch7 was well received, pairing a sleek design with a bevy of health sensors, great performance, and a decent software…
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At this point, we’ve gone past collaboration fatigue to collaboration fed-up. A lowercase “x” adjoining two disparate brands has lost all its meaning and often feels more like a desperate marketing reach than a cooperative effort at a better product. However, every so often, a collaboration pops up that feels natural by bringing together brands…
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Most big watch brands have professional athlete ambassadors. Sometimes, these partnerships feel like missed opportunities, while other times, they result in astoundingly cool watches, such as Rafa Nadal’s various collaborations with Richard Mille. Breitling’s new collection with Norwegian soccer star Erling Haaland falls into the latter camp…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] Did an…
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When it comes to World War II pilot’s watches, the German Fliegers get most of the attention. But a watch designed by an American Navy pilot and commissioned by the British RAF is getting some love through another transatlantic collaboration. In 1937, U…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] A Beloved Affordable Microbrand Just Launched…
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The 1960s vintage-inspired dive watch market is a bit crowded. With all the real-deal reproductions and microbrand homages, it can be hard for a young watchmaker to stand out. Typsim met that challenge by going above and beyond with the details for the new 100M, bringing it impressively close to looking like a surviving vintage…
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From afar, the watch industry may seem unhurried. But every passing day brings about new timepieces from brands big, small, new and old. Below, find about a dozen new releases from the likes of Casio, Citizen and others…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] 19 New Watches You Missed from Casio, Citizen, TAG Heuer and…
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As Grand Seiko is to Seiko, so is Orient Star to Orient. Although it doesn’t reach the dizzying luxury heights of its pricier corporate cousin (Orient and Seiko are both subsidiaries of Seiko Epson), Orient Star still offers the pinnacle of watchmaking at Orient — just as Grand Seiko does for Seiko. Now, Orient Star…
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