Magazine

February 27, 2025

Inside the Watch Collection of ‘Mr Rolex’ AKA Giuseppe Carli

Occasionally, you come across something – or someone – in the watchmaking world that is a true hidden gem. One of those people is Giuseppe Carli (AKA Mr. Rolex) the scion of a renowned family...

Watch Guides

February 26, 2025

Top 5 Budget Watches for New Collectors Under £1,000 [UPDATED 2025]

So, you've dipped your toes into the world of watches with a solid budget-friendly pick, and now you're ready for the next step. Maybe your first watch sparked a deeper appreciation for mechanical movements, or...

Reviews

February 25, 2025

Introducing the Xeric Timeline Retrograde: Hands-On Review

In watchmaking, as some may say of life, being noticed is everything. Standing out from the crowd can make all the difference. But, as I’m sure you’ll all remember from school, being noticed, being known,...

Brand Focus

February 24, 2025

Top 5 Coolest Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Models

There was a brief period where I told myself I didn’t need a MoonSwatch. I could admire from a distance, appreciate the hype, and move on. But let’s be honest—that resolve didn’t last long (I...

Product Guides

February 21, 2025

The Ultimate Guide to Buying a Leather Watch Strap

If you’ve found yourself here, chances are you’re in the market for a replacement watch strap but aren’t quite sure where to start. With so many options in material, colour, and style, the search for...

New Releases

February 20, 2025

Introducing the Arcanaut ARC II — D'Arc Roast Limited Edition

Full Disclosure: I (Rob) am a co-owner of Arcanaut and work with the company as its head of brand development. The following is a presentation of our recently released Arcanaut D’Arc Roast model, the latest...

Brand Focus

February 20, 2025

Top 5 Watches From Herbelin (Independent French Brand)

Here at WatchGecko, we love discovering unique watch brands that deserve more attention. Today, we’re diving into the world of Herbelin—a French independent, family-owned watch brand that has been crafting timepieces for over 77 years....

Squale Vs. Aquastar - Tudor Black Bay Alternative

Watch Guides

February 19, 2025

Squale vs. Aquastar: Battle of the Tudor Black Bay Alternatives

The Tudor Black Bay is one of the most successful and influential watch lines in modern history. Its blend of vintage-inspired design, rugged dive watch heritage, and high-end specifications has made it a favourite among...

Big Pilot’s Watch Shock Absorber XPL Toto Wolff x Mercedes-AMG PETRONAS Formula One Team

New Releases

February 18, 2025

IWC Schaffhausen drops a timepiece as tough as Toto Wolff

Formula 1 fans – whether through the Netflix ‘Drive to Survive’ series or lifelong aficionados – will already be familiar with Mercedes team boss Toto Wolff from Austria: known by some insiders as ‘The Terminator’...

Product Guides

February 18, 2025

Best WatchGecko Leather Straps for Seiko Watches

Seiko’s legendary dive watches and field-ready classics have earned a cult following among watch enthusiasts. Whether it's the rugged charm of the Willard, the iconic lines of the SKX, or the vintage appeal of the...

Industry News

February 17, 2025

Attend Watches and Wonders with The Watch Collectors’ Club

One thing that has traditionally been the preserve of only the most important and wealthy collectors is getting to go to Switzerland to see the headquarters, manufacturers, and top boutiques of the top brands. Starting...