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A while back I wrote an article about the iconic Dirty Dozen, the mil-spec watches commissioned by the British Ministry of Defense at the end of WWII. These watches were perhaps the ideal field watch any Allied soldier wished they...
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When it comes to replacement Rolex crystals, there are a ton of options. However, most non-genuine Rolex crystals are frankly not that great. Through a co-worker, I heard about Truedome: an aftermarket crystal company specializing in domed acrylic crystals for vintage...
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“How good is the lume?” – a question we often hear in reviews of modern timepieces. Luminescent paint, a.k.a. “lume,” has become increasingly important for watch enthusiasts and collectors. Good application of lume on a watch is a sign of quality, and...
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A brief look into the origins of some of the industry’s most iconic watch complications and how you can best use them for your favorite summer activities.
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According to this excellent article by Teddy Baldassarre’s Mark Bernardo, there are currently six standards for chronometer watches, some of which are brand specific. I was curious to know more about the topic of chronometer specifications after learning about METAS:...
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There are some watches that are particularly unusual and pragmatic, the ultimate modern interpretation of the idea of “form follows function” paired with minimalist design codes that seem to be immortal. I don’t remember how I first came across the...
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Over the past 3 weeks, I’ve only worn two straps: NATO-style and single pass nylon. They’ve come with me to the beach, camping, hiking, writing at my desk, and everything in between. Both are Everest straps, and yes, Everest is...
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