In this section, you will find all the latest informational articles on the subject of wristwatches and smartwatches.
Many folks just dipping their toes into the world of watchmaking are quite surprised to hear that diving watches are not the only type that is equipped with bezels. In fact, all watches have them! Every timepiece you’ve come across, owned, or will own in the future, comes with some kind of a bezel. In … Read more
Looking at the list of the oldest watch brands in the world, it’s very easy to get misled and think that the history of watches is at best three centuries old. So far from the truth! Humans have long valued the ability to track the passage of time. Natural techniques, such as following the passage … Read more
Just like the United States is associated with mouth-watering burgers, Switzerland has always been considered the hub of the most refined timepieces. Unfortunately, a lion’s share comes with hefty price tags – putting off most enthusiasts long before they even had a good look at their most desired model. The fact that Swiss-made watches are … Read more
Are you wondering what the number of jewels in a watch means and if they’re worth anything? Join the club of many. The inclusion of jewels in mechanical watches started as a way to reduce friction in the watch movements. However, over time, not only has it become a marketing strategy, but the original jewels … Read more
Even though most of the newly-released smart wearables put regular wristwatches to shame in terms of the never-ending list of features, the majority of people (me included) still prefer the feel of a good, “old-fashioned” timepiece. And thank God. As much as a smartwatch is a fun tool to have, it will never replace the … Read more
The G-Shock series by Casio is not only one of the most recognizable watch lines in the world but also one of the most enduring. All G-Shock models come with an extremely rugged exterior but they are just as durable on the inside, particularly when it comes to their batteries. The general assumption in the … Read more
The precision of quartz and other types of watches powered by batteries is oftentimes unmatchable even for the most expensive mechanical counterparts on the market. Nevertheless, battery-powered timepieces are not immortal and they will come to a halt sooner or later. So, how long does a watch battery last exactly? In this article, we are … Read more
Gone are the days when you were looking forward to a weekend shopping mall trip so you could spend 2 hours in a never-ending queue, excited to buy the timepiece of your dreams, only to discover that you had forgotten to bring your wallet. In this day and age, we handle (or at least try … Read more
If I had to pick one watch part even the most inexperienced buyer should have knowledge about, then I would definitely point to the movement of the watch. It’s the heart of every timepiece and as we know, once the heart stops, so does the rest. After reading this article, you will be able to … Read more
There’s a huge chance that you have never had to wind a watch in your life. But there are certain types of watches that indeed do need regular winding. And for such timepieces, a watch winder comes in nicely. In this article, I will do my best to explain what exactly is this mysterious tool … Read more
The more you learn about watches, the more it turns out you don’t know – yet. In order to build a solid and durable timepiece that will stand the test of time, some parts need to meet certain criteria. Although not many people think much of clasps when considering the purchase, they play their part … Read more
If you are a watch enthusiast like me, you have probably noticed that a vast majority of people wear their watches on the left wrist. Due to this trend, the common assumption is that all of us should. In this article, I’m going to explain what’s the reasoning behind this and if it is really … Read more
Receiving gifts is awesome but handing them to others is just on a whole different level. If an important event in the life of a person you care about is coming and you think that a watch is a great gift idea, then you’re absolutely right. But since probably everyone and their brother is thinking … Read more
