Category: Wearables
This Handsome Automatic Dress Watch Offers a Subtle, Uncommon Dial for an Affordable Price
Dutch watchmaker Van Speyk is a small operation, even by microbrand standards. The 12-year-old company is a model of concentrated refinement and creative discipline. It offers only two models right now, but one great watch is all you need to build a reputation…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] This Handsome Automatic Dress Watch Offers…
This Affordable Dive Watch Utilizes the EDC Industry’s Funkiest Material
Damascus steel might be the most famous alloy in history, steeped in legend and mystery. Even though most people don’t know much about it, they’ve probably at least heard the name before. Damascus titanium is a much newer development that magnifies all of its predecessor’s best qualities, and as it turns out, looks really good…
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This Classic Diving Chronograph Has Never Looked Better
I can be a little hardheaded when it comes to my opinions on watches, and while some of my stances may be controversial within the larger enthusiast community (Hublot makes cool watches, I don’t care what you say), some of my takes are pretty mainstream. One of my more agreeable opinions is that every chronograph…
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The Original Dive Watch’s Big Year Continues with a Forward-Thinking Release
It’s been a big year for the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. Despite first appearing in 1953 and being widely credited as the first professional dive watch, the Fifty Fathoms has proven that it has a few new tricks up its sleeve in 2025. This year alone, we’ve seen the brand release a smaller 42mm Fifty Fathoms…
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An Unexpected Brand Just Launched Its Own Affordable Snoopy Watches
Snoopy watches aren’t just a trend; they’ve become an entire genre. From the GOAT Omega Silver Snoopy Award editions to high-end collectibles from Franck Muller to affordable offerings from Timex, Swatch, Orient and more, there are now more than half a dozen brands producing watches starring the world’s most famous beagle. We can now add…
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An Iconic Dive Watch Makes This Crowd-Pleasing Update Official
After 15 years working in and writing about menswear, few occurrences are more satisfying than watching a personal preference become a full-blown trend. In 2025, I’ve had the pleasure of observing and covering average watch case sizes shrink below 40mm. Making the feeling a bit sweeter, one of my favorite dive watches has officially joined…
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Scottie Scheffler’s Watch at The Open Just Reignited a Classic Rolex Debate
Over the weekend, Scottie Scheffler added another trophy to what’s quickly becoming one of golf’s most impressive résumés. With his win at The Open Championship, Scheffler now boasts multiple major victories—including a dominant Masters win earlier this year—and a stranglehold on the current world No. 1 ranking…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] Scottie Scheffler’s…
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22 New Watches You Missed from Omega, Seiko, Casio 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 Omega, Casio and others…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] 22 New Watches You Missed from Omega, Seiko, Casio and More
This Dive Watch Is an Affordable Tudor Alternative That Loses the Brand’s Most Divisive Features
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…
One of the Most Exclusive Rolex Flexes on the Internet Isn’t Even a Watch
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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This Affordable Automatic Travel Watch is Drenched in ‘70s Vibes
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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The Most Underrated Sports Chronograph Just Debuted Its Classiest Version Yet
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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