My eyes opened wide when I counted all the features and emotions designer Giorgio Galli wrapped into the skeleton case of the Timex S1 Automatic. ?When I got a text from fellow editor Mike?asking me if I'd seen the new Timex S1, I happily responded that I'd already asked for a press sample. Both Mike and I were pretty amused to see the skeleton case, an automatic movement, a unique crown, and the

I’ve had this watch in my possession for months longer than planned. We get sent a lot (and I really do mean a lot) of watches to assess, and sometimes it takes us a little bit of time to get to them. When it came to the Bangalore Watch Company Mach 1A, I was hit by alternating waves of enthusiasm and unenthusiasm, which made for a stunted reviewing experience. Eventually, however, I got it

It wasn’t until last year that I became aware of Forstner. Since that day, my watch-wearing habits changed. Truthfully (and this is no word of a lie), my newfound obsession has even affected my buying habits. How can that be possible, I hear you ask? Well, read on and discover how the Forstner Flat Link, Klip, and especially the Komfit bracelets have changed my hobby for the better.I’m

Panerai has come a long way since its watches were first made available to the public in 1993. While the Italian powerhouse overawed the market with large, steel watches with hand-wound movements, Panerai has turned into a highly innovative Swiss manufacture.Last year, Panerai was one of the few watch brands we were able to meet in person (during the Geneva Watch Days in August). And the staff of

This is the third time GLC Straps releases a strap made of vintage car seat leather. I've had the pleasure of reviewing their Porsche 928 and Mercedes 190 SL limited editions in the past. Still, I was just as excited to open this parcel as I was the first time. Why? Because the leather they used for their latest limited edition came from an exceptional car, the iconic Porsche 356.Another first reg

Meet the new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch, with a new movement. The new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch has the caliber 3861 Master Chronometer movement, a new case, dial, and case back. In this article, you read everything there’s to know about the new Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch.I am super excited, as today is a very special (Speedy) Tuesday, as Omega announces its successor to the Speedmaster

After my story on the grail watch I wouldn’t wear, this is my second story this week with a lateral view on watches. From a $750,000 grail to a $250 Timex Marlin Automatic Peanuts Charlie Brown, both are equally important to keep our love of wristwear alive. “A watch? I have the time on my phone, on my laptop, on the coffee machine, and in the car. Surely I don't need it on my wrist!&#

We like to talk about vintage watches a lot within the Fratello team. Though most of what we write about is largely focused on the most recent releases and developments, for many of us, a lot of the fun can be found in the sometimes weird and often wonderful world of vintage watches. It's a world full of history, remarkable watches, incredible stories, and quirky details. It inspired us to come up

Being into horology seems to be akin to being an archeologist and coming across the latest and greatest discovery every day. Two weeks ago, I thought I had found the best-value GMT watches from independent brands. But today, I'm coming to you to suggest another one. And whatever you thought great value was, think again. I may very well have found a golden nugget. But what constitutes great value a

With all of the new watches that came our way in 2023, it seems that we overlooked one of the more attractive releases. The Credor Kuon series was first announced in September and went largely unnoticed. We’ll blame it on the fact that these are sadly JDM-only watches. Thankfully, some Japanese sellers are happy to ship overseas and often offer a discount versus retail. It certainly makes th

Watches and Wonders 2024 might still be months away, but looking at the IWC Aquatimer Automatic that recently arrived at Fratello HQ got me thinking of the upcoming watch salon. Last year, it was all about the revamped Ingenieur. What will we see emerge from the manufacture in Schaffhausen in 2024? Undoubtedly, there will be a few new Pilot's Watch models since those form the backbone of IWC, but

I didn't buy a single Speedmaster for the second consecutive year, which feels wrong. However, my hopes are high for 2024, though, after Omega showed us that white-dial Speedmaster on Daniel Craig’s wrist.Reviewing my watch resolutions from 2023That said, let's quickly look back at my watch resolutions of last year (you can find the article here). I had two watches in my mind to purchase in

In the year that Formula 1 celebrates its 75th anniversary, TAG Heuer will return to the sport as its Official Timekeeper. It’s a combination that’s as natural as peanut butter and jelly. With the watch brand’s rich history in racing and its sponsorship of the leading F1 team, this new partnership feels like coming home. In a surprise move, LVMH outbid to take over the timekeepi

Traveling is always an opportunity to spend quality adventure time with a watch. My last trip happened to be in Tasmania, a special place for me. On the trip, I took my IWC Mark XV, which also has great personal significance.My IWC Mark XV is a watch that fulfills the role of going anywhere and doing anything (GADA). I have written about this on Fratello before, where I nominated the IWC Mark XV a

SIHH 2017 is around the corner, and our mailbox is filling up with pre-SIHH releases and under-embargo material. Somehow I feel all these pre-SIHH releases spoil the surprise aspect a bit, but all brands are craving for exposure of course. Big brands like IWC, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Panerai, A. Lange & Sohne, Audemars Piguet etc. will dominate the news feeds and magazines, but don’t forget th

Just before the SIHH kicks off, a couple of brands that are not part of that exhibition are introducing new watches as well. Oris is one of these brands and they introduce you to the new Carl Brashear Chronograph Limited Edition. The first bronze Oris Carl Brashear sold very well, and in the meanwhile has become a true collector’s item. Prices on the market are well over the original retail

It is not even a year ago that astronaut Gene ‘Last Man on the Moon’ Cernan passed away. Last week, the longest serving astronaut in NASA’s history (42 years) passed away: John W. Young. With that, the number of astronauts that were on the Moon and are still alive today is down to 5 (out of 12). A sad statistic.Although we are mainly focussing on the astronaut’s watches her

Today I'd like to talk to you about a very special watch. For many reasons. To start with it's a chronograph. In itself, this is not extraordinary but as you know we love chronos here. Whether it's a Speedmaster, a Seiko 6139 or something completely different like this one we are up for it. You can call that special, I guess. It is also a vintage timepiece. Not only that but one that is coming fro

Today, on #TBT, we’ll take a look at a watch that has one of my favorite dials, the Citizen Auto Dater Uni ParaWater.We’ve been dipping in and out of vintage Citizen for the last couple years here on Fratello. We’ve primarily covered dive watches with the odd dressier piece thrown in for good measure. I promise to bring even more variety in 2020 and today’s look at the Citi

We may be entering a new decade, but Oris's commitment to the world's waters refuses to relent. Their modern Aquis diving watch is the poster child for environmental conservation. Continuing its hot-streak, Oris has announced?the Lake Baikal, which is limited to 1,999 pieces.Last year, the Oris Trilogy boxset brought awareness to the plastic contamination and rising sea temperatures damaging our o