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March 1, 2024

Gardiner Houlgate, The Watch Auction, 20 & 21 February 2024

Rare Rolex GMT-Master II, Sea King Helicopter watch sold at Gardiner Houlgate auction Gardiner Houlgate, based in Corsham, Wiltshire, hold specialist watch auction sales three times a year. Their latest watch auction was held over...

Affordable Alternatives to the Omega Speedmaster “Moonwatch”

Brand Focus

March 1, 2024

Affordable Alternatives to the Omega Speedmaster “Moonwatch”

There are certain timepieces in watchmaking history that will forever be known as icons. The Rolex Submariner is one and the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is another. But possibly the most famous watch of them...

Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

New Releases

February 29, 2024

Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar

Celebrating the Leap Year with the Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar Glashütte Original Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar - Credit Glashütte Original There are few watch complications as elaborate and coveted as the perpetual calendar,...

The Top Five Rolex Watches for Experienced Collectors

Brand Focus

February 29, 2024

The Top Five Rolex Watches for Experienced Collectors

Here’s a rundown of some of the most interesting and desirable Rolex models from Rolex’s history, including three discontinued models, and two from the current collection that might appeal to the more well-versed collector looking...

It's Time for Another Quartz Revolution and Brands Like Sinn Should Lead the Charge

Brand Focus

February 28, 2024

It's Time for Another Quartz Revolution and Brands Like Sinn Should Lead the Charge

No matter whether you’ve been collecting or admiring watches for years, or whether exploring these pages is your first foray into the watchmaking world, it is, in 2024, doubtless that you will already have encountered...

Bonhams Watches and Wristwatches Knightsbridge sale

Industry News

February 28, 2024

Bonhams Watches and Wristwatches Knightsbridge sale

Rolex Submariner with Explorer dial takes top spot at Bonhams Knightsbridge sale Bonhams held their Watches and Wristwatches sale at their Knightsbridge auction rooms on 21 February featuring 144 lots from antique pocket watches through...

Watch Guides

February 28, 2024

Top 5 Salmon Watch Dials

The salmon watch dial has been a mainstay in the world of watches for as long as I can remember. The copper, pinkish hue is a nice departure from an industry full of monochromatic designs...

Reviews

February 27, 2024

Rolex Explorer

Explorer I & II Overview of the Rolex Explorer Rolex Explorer - Credit WatchGecko Suppose you bought a professional Rolex in the 1980s. In that case, you may have been swung by glossy adverts...

Good Enough to Eat: Hamilton Boulton Macaron Watch Review

Reviews

February 27, 2024

Good Enough to Eat: Hamilton Boulton Macaron Watch Review

I’ve always had a great appreciation for Hamilton. Helped by the fact they are manned under the large Swatch Group umbrella, the Swiss watchmaker has provided a decent range of entry-level designs for pretty much...

Grand Seiko Spring Time & Suwa Lake Strap Showcase [Updated 2024]

Product Guides

February 26, 2024

Grand Seiko Spring Time & Suwa Lake Strap Showcase [Updated 2024]

It goes without saying the watches of the quality of Grand Seiko come with exceptionally crafted straps and bracelets. Nevertheless, it's always fun to ring the changes and when you're dealing with high end products...

Sir Elton John’s watches rocket away at auction

Industry News

February 26, 2024

Sir Elton John’s watches rocket away at auction

‘The Collection of Sir Elton John: Goodbye Peachtree Road’ auctions, 21 -28 February, by Christie’s New York has provided a rare opportunity to bid on an extensive array of items from Sir Elton’s collection. Up...