Comparing any Seiko to a Rolex Oyster Perpetual is going to be a bit of a stretch, but here goes. The OP is Rolex’s entry-level automatic everyday watch, and the brand makes a version for practically everyone, with five different case sizes on offer in 41mm, 36mm, 34mm, 31mm and 28mm. Seiko’s entry-level automatic everyday…
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Switzerland has its fair share of breathtaking landscapes, but when it comes to translating the beauty of nature into watch design, Japan dominates the industry. Grand Seiko is the first name that comes to mind in the genre, and Citizen is often underappreciated in the field. However, Minase is a small watchmaker founded in 2005,…
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Just last week, we covered Timex’s sleek, reimagined take on its most iconic field watch, the Expedition Capstone. While this reimagining is doubtless an exciting new addition, the brand has just launched a sibling timepiece that’s even more alluring. The Timex Expedition Capstone Automatic boasts the same killer styling, but with a major upgrade to…
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Longines has always been synonymous with adventure. From cockpit instruments guiding early aviators to today’s COSC-certified timepieces, the brand’s legacy lies in precision and purpose-driven design. Longines carries a time-tested ethos into the modern era — each piece refined, functional, and ready for wherever curiosity leads…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] Timeless Gifts for…
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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 19 new releases from the likes of affordable brands like Timex and G-Shock, luxury legends such as Omega and TAG Heuer, and enthusiast favorites like Hamilton and Unimatic…. Check out…
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Stone dials are all the rage in the watch industry right now, but after a while, they can get a bit repetitive. Turquoise, malachite, lapis lazuli and tiger’s eye are all beautiful materials, for sure, but when every brand starts using them, they get pretty boring. Entier eisenkiesel…. Check out the original article: [Gearpatrol] This…
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Raymond Weil is officially on a roll. The entry-level Swiss luxury brand, which was founded in Geneva 49 years ago, wasn’t on the radar of many enthusiasts for the bulk of its history. But that all changed in 2023 when the brand’s Millesime surprisingly won the GPHG Challenge Award for the best watch under $2,000…….
