Category: Wearables
Grand Seiko’s Affordable Cousin Just Offered Up Some Unexpected Competition
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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Luminox and Volition America Introduce the ‘Blue Valor’, a Bold, Patriotic Timepiece Perfect For Summer
The latest addition to the acclaimed Luminox x Volition America collection is the “Blue Valor” (XS. 0913. VOL), a dress watch that serves as a symbol of American pride, and also a commitment to a greater mission: supporting Folds of Honor, an organization that provides educational scholarships to the families of the fallen and disabled…
This Gorgeous Nautical Chronograph Is a Nod to a Deep-Cut Archival Design
TAG Heuer and its founder, Jack Heuer, are synonymous with auto racing watches and played a critical role in shaping the chronograph genre. However, until it was revived in 2024, few watch fans were aware of Mr. Heuer’s significant contribution to nautical timekeeping…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] This Gorgeous Nautical Chronograph Is a…
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This Maxed-Out G-Shock Is an Attainable Alternative to the Ceramic Royal Oak
Most G-Shock fans are familiar with the CasiOak, the 2100 series that resembles the famous Audemars Piguet Royal Oak. But Casio’s rugged label offers other options that fit the luxury steel sports watch mold, and some even enter the luxury tier themselves. The MR-G B2000 series can be considered a maxed-out version of the CasiOak,…
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The Most Underrated Sports Watch Discreetly Debuted the Perfect Summer-Ready Version
There are almost too many integrated luxury sports watches these days, but a select few tend to get the lion’s share of attention. There’s the OG, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, with its fellow Holy Trinity members: the Patek Philippe Nautilus and Vacheron Constantin Overseas. What’s more, as of this year, the Rolex Land-Dweller has…
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The Year’s Hottest Watch Color Is Now Available in Affordable Diver Form
After attending Watches and Wonders Geneva this year, I noticed a new trend in the world of watchmaking. Seemingly every brand, from Rolex and Hublot to Norqain and Moser, had introduced some type of pastel green watch. I published a story about the trend back in April…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] The Year’s…
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The Newest Longines Legend Diver Will Have Everyone You Know Taking a Second Look
Welcome to Talking Points, a series that looks at what makes certain products worth talking about, brought to you by Gear Patrol Studios. Crafting a timepiece which brings together precision, heritage, innovation and wearability is no easy task, but the newest luxury dive watch from Longines checks all the above boxes, and more. Longines is…
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A Stout Tool-Watchmaker & Legendary Automotive Tuner Teamed Up for a Killer Chronograph
Germany has an unrivaled reputation for mechanical craftsmanship. So, a renowned German watchmaker teaming up with an accomplished German auto-tuning company promises something exciting. Fortunately, the Stowa Chrono ABT 24h Limited delivers for racing enthusiasts…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] A Stout Tool-Watchmaker & Legendary Automotive Tuner Teamed Up for a Killer Chronograph
This Minimalist Sports Watch Comes from a Brand You Wouldn’t Expect
Hublot isn’t exactly known for producing understated watches. The Swiss watchmaker’s reputation, perhaps more than any other brand, centers on producing oversized, loud, in-your-face timepieces. While that strategy has led Hublot to be one of the more polarizing brands in the watch industry, it’s also proved useful in showing just how impressive Hublot’s watchmakers and…
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This Affordable Dive Watch Looks Like a Worthy Competitor for the Seiko 5 Sports
Citizen is criminally underappreciated in the dive watch space. From a pure performance standpoint, few brands offer a better bargain for professional-grade specs. Despite offering better pure aquatic aptitude at the entry-level price tier, Citizen is stuck in the role of little brother to its countryman and arch rival, Seiko…. Check out the original article:…
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One of Last Year’s Best New Affordable Watches Has a Buzzworthy New Version
Since its introduction in 2024, Bulova’s Super Seville has gradually earned a reputation as one of the best affordable daily watches. It’s a reissue from the 1970s, defined by its era-specific TV dial and integrated bracelet, that looks as fashionable as ever and comes in a wide range of colors. What sets the Super Seville…
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This Rugged Titanium Tool Watch Is an Unconventional Military Mash-Up
There are countless pilot’s watches inspired by airplane instrument panels and racing chronographs based on car dashboards, but you don’t see many watches modeled after vintage boat equipment. For the new Marine Type 3, Laventure took inspiration from 1980s marine chronometers; analog navigation equipment used before GPS was available. With a military-inspired dial and fixed…
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17 New Watches You Missed from Tudor, Timex, Seiko and More
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 Tudor, Hamilton and others…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] 17 New Watches You Missed from Tudor, Timex, Seiko and More
Google Pixel Watch 4 Smartwatch Exposed: Two sizes of 41/45mm and five colors
Igeekphone News, July 4th: The source Roland Quandt released a series of updates on the BlueSky platform yesterday (July 3rd), sharing information related to the Google Pixel Watch 4 smartwatch. It will offer five colors, two sizes, and simultaneously launch a rich array of accessories. According to the exposed retailer information, the Google Pixel Watch…
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This Elegant Dress Watch Is Deceptively Tough and Functional
IWC has rightfully earned a reputation as one of the top luxury watch brands with impeccable engineering and alluring refinement. However, the Swiss watchmaker was also a pioneering force in adapting timekeeping for the early age of aviation a century ago. It was one of the first brands to use ceramic and titanium too…. Check…
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