If you’re shopping for a new watch, you’ll easily find dozens of Omegas, Rolexes, and even ultra-high-end pieces from Patek Philippe, and while the price tag may not always be agreeable, there are always several pieces to choose from. One brand that is both more exclusive and more expensive than all of the rest is […]
Audemars Piguet dates back to the late 1800s, and has been known as a major innovator in luxury timepieces since. The brand created the first jumping-hour wristwatch in 1921, the first ultra-thin self-winding tourbillon in 1986, and continues to be one of the most sought after and desirable luxury watch brands today. AP is more […]
Every watchmaker has core models that seem to define their brand. For Rolex, it’s the Submariner and for Omega, it’s the Speedmaster. Vacheron Constantin has the Overseas, and in recent years, the watch has become one of the most sought-after and hardest to find models on the market. Vacheron Constantin redesigned the Overseas in 2016, […]
Believe it or not, Vacheron Constantin can trace its roots back to 1755, when its founder started in Geneva, Switzerland. Vacheron (before Constantin) is credited with creating the world’s first complication and first engine-turned dials. In the early 1800s, the company hired a new partner and became Vacheron & Constantin. In the late 1800s, Vacheron […]
The Rolex Daytona is one of the most legendary timepieces in the world. Nearly every watch enthusiast knows at least a little about it, and many wait for years to get their hands on one. The Daytona has an interesting and storied history, so let’s take a quick run through what makes it so special. […]
Panerai watches are unique and funky but have a storied history that can’t be ignored. One of the brand’s most legendary models are the Radiomir watches, which have been worn by undersea adventurers and people who appreciate classic design for decades. The watches are big but gorgeous and represent everything we love about the Panerai […]
Panerai watches are among the most unique and recognizable timepieces in the world. Their size and shape set them apart, along with the brand’s signature rounded crown guard. Don’t let the funky appearance fool you, though. Panerai has a legitimate history that originates in Italy, includes a run through the Italian navy, and decades of […]
We often get caught up talking about sports watches and how they’re exceedingly difficult to find, but there’s another category of watches that will become very important as people start to head back to the office. Dress watches are great everyday timepieces that can stand the test of time and make excellent companions for trips […]
When you think of dive watches, you probably conjure up an image of a Rolex Submariner or maybe an Omega Seamaster, but there’s another diver that has the same, if not more, legendary legacy of both the Omega and Rolex. The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms is a dive watch with a long and storied history that […]
Blancpain is a storied brand with an amazingly long history, but it’s not a company that every casual watch fan understands. That’s a real shame, because its timepieces are upscale, beautiful, and refined. Here’s a brief overview of the company’s history and collections. Believe it or not, the Blancpain brand dates back to the early […]
