Falling Back In Love With Stowa Flieger Blue
You know that feeling when you leave a watch alone for too long? That relentless sting of guilt when a piece whimpers to be worn? Well, if you have a large collection, maybe your watches are “just” watches, and unequal or no wrist time may be a fact of life. But for some of us with tight-knit, personal collections, that’s something we actively try to avoid. Neglecting a particular watch for too long tends to make me feel guilty. On the flip side, it can also be a great opportunity to rediscover a piece that has stuck around for a reason. This is what I’ve been doing over the past ten days with my Stowa Flieger Blue. And to be completely honest, I don’t want it t...
Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Big Eye Hands-On Review
Once every six weeks or so, I get a parcel from Nivada containing its latest and greatest releases. If you are a fan of the brand, you might have seen my articles on the Chronomaster, the Paul Newman limited edition, or recently, on the Super Antarctic. I thoroughly enjoyed each watch, but I must admit that the brand’s latest timepiece was a real treat. The Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Big Eye is a funky twist on the classic Chronomaster design. Oh, and did I mention that it comes with a Valjoux 23?Yes, the new Big Eye, just like the Paul Newman edition, houses a NOS Valjoux 23 movement. But that's not the only reason I fell in love with the watch. Let me spell out all the ways this wa...
To Mod Or Not Mod Watches Customizing And More
Everybody wants to be unique. That's why everybody wants to wear a . With an annual production of close to one million watches, is a paradox of luxury. Yes, the brand produces exclusive watches, but it does so in very large numbers. They’re not enough to satisfy the market, but we've touched upon that subject in many other stories already. And to use a trusty cliche, all watches look the same. But that can literally be changed. You can change the Jubilee bracelet for a NATO strap, but you can also have a professional watch tuner make your into a unique piece. Customizing Seiko watches and G-Shock models is way less controversial, and altering Omega watches is also a thing. Even Pate...
The Schofield Wall Clock A Gift To Design Lovers Everywhere
You know by now that Schofield founder Giles Ellis and I are friends. I’m a long-time follower of the brand and (quite recently) became a Schofield owner. But our relationship extends beyond that of consumer and vendor. That isn’t always the way that professional relationships evolve, but when you work in a small, passion-driven industry, it isn’t so hard to imagine why two guys who see value in the same things would get along. And so, it was in that capacity as his friend that I told him exactly what I thought of his latest creation, the SWC SWC, or, should I say, the Schofield Watch Company Small Wall Clock. I told him, in no uncertain terms, that he had finally lost the ...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Fratello's Guide To Omega Speedmaster Watches
This is Fratello’s guide to Omega Speedmaster watches. Whether you are buying your first Omega Speedmaster or just looking to add another one to the collection, it doesn’t hurt to gather as much information as possible before you make that purchase. In this Speedmaster guide, we’ll give you an overview of the most important references of the Speedmaster (Professional) and some of the Mark-series and other variations. Although this article isn’t meant as a pricing guide, we will give some hints, of course. This article is most likely not giving you any new information if you’re already a Speedmaster collector. But for those who are not, it will provide some basic...
Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Manufacture Edition Blue
Some brands have a distinct calling card that sets them apart. From big crown locks to date magnifiers, they can be a blessing and a curse. For me, the former applies to the enigmatic Resonance concept. I'll admit to not being a hundred percent au fait with its inner workings, but the Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance is deeply fascinating on a mechanical level, even a scholarly one. Isn’t that one of the main reasons for many of us to embrace wristwatches in 2023?In fact, we love their embrace on our wrists, and love comes in many sizes. Small-cased watches are great for comfort, but the Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Manufacture Edition Blue needs its 43mm case. A grand show...
Fratello On Air: Sinn T50 And NBA All-Star Weekend
We’ve been away for a few weeks, but Fratello On Air is back again! We’re talking about the newly announced Sinn T50 lineup and then dipping into some travel talk. Balazs attended the recent NBA All-Star Game in Salt Lake City, Utah, and we talk about the festivities....
Hands-On: The Newest Yema Superman 500 GMT Models
I am always genuinely excited to see Yema release new variants of the Superman 500. And when it comes to the recently introduced Superman 500 GMT series, I love seeing new colors as they are such a vital part of GMT watches. With a two-colored bezel, the presence of the models can change quite drastically. After the first series of new Superman 500 GMT models late last year, Yema now introduces two new color variations with different looks. The two both offer an alternative to the initial version with a black and white bezel. The first features a white and green bezel, while the second comes with a white and red one. Does it make them the best Superman 500 GMT models yet? Time to find out.It...