If you already own an Omega Speedmaster Professional “Moonwatch” or two, and you decided that you want to collect them or at least want more of these, you will find yourself browsing the web for vintage references as well as limited editions. And let’s be honest here, there are quite a bit of limited editions when it comes to the Speedmaster. They surely do not all appeal to me,

After Revolo had a very successful campaign with their first watches, they decided it was time to add a complication (other than a date) to the game. The Revolo Chronograph! In this article we explained the concept of configuring your personal Revolo, so I don’t go into that today.What you see here is the new Revolo Chronograph with self-winding movement. Revolo will also offer one with a? q

Today we'll kick off what I think (and hope) will become a fixture on Fratello Watches called This Week in Watches. For those of you who follow baseball, perhaps you grew up watching something on TV with a similar name but focused on baseball. Well, we won't have the San Diego Chicken here and the Wizard of Oz won't be doing any backflips, but what I aim for is a loose recap of what's gone on duri

It’s This Week in Watches for November 24, 2019 and we come to you just before Thanksgiving – that fantastic tradition that involves stuffing your face and snoring on the couch.? Let’s see if we can help fight indigestion with some watch news…DAEM x Basquiat WatchesBrooklyn-based DAEM Watches sent us news of three new pieces that tie into the works of iconic artist Jean-Mic

We love those Speedmaster stories appearing in our mailboxes. This week on Speedy Tuesday, we have two more for you. One about a Speedmaster that helped someone with a problem with his hearing, the other one about getting that perfect daily wearer (a Speedmaster 3250.50 Mk40).The first story is submitted to us by Marcus from Switzerland. The land of watches and chocolate, but apparently only the l

The end of October brought a flurry of news surrounding the new Calibre 400 Aquis. A lot of the usual press channels covered the details. But what was interesting was the number of influencers on social media sharing their shots of the watch. Oris, in its wisdom, sent out examples of the new Aquis to many in the community to maximize its reach under COVID-19 restrictions. Smart move, but with the

The MING 20.01 Series 2 debuts today. Not only has MING become one of my favorite brands, but this watch itself also has to rank as one of my favorite releases so far. To me, at least, this watch is stunning. Whether it’s the details, the materials, the colors, or the movement - wow! There’s one issue, though, and that’s the small matter of CHF 35,000, which happens to be the pri

The secret to wearing a watch the price of a Porsche 911 is to just do it. It's really that simple. That's because in the case of the Roger Dubuis Excalibur Eon Gold, people will notice your exuberant watch, but they may not recognize it. A gold is as conspicuous as the Porsche, but no matter how extravagant the Excalibur with its flying tourbillon might be, it won't attract the (negative) attent

It’s time for the new MING 37.05 and this watch brings a host of changes that should please a variety of fans new and old. There’s a lot to mention here, so let’s get to it!It’s been a while since we’ve seen a new MING watch. In fact, the last releases centered around the 17.09 models. Aside from the much-discussed hand alignment issues, the styling was well received.

A full lume dial? A sand-colored dial and strap? You have my attention! There is something spectacular about watches with dials that light up brightly in the dark. Norqain is one of the brands that recognize the practicality and style of a full-lume dial. Today, the young Swiss brand releases its all-new Norqain Adventure Neverest Night Sight 40mm DLC. Could this be a great new addition to the wor

Finally, it’s my turn to step into the arena. I’ve enjoyed taking a backseat so far in the competition and watching the track-based carnage unfold, but I’ve got to say, I’m excited to buckle up for what is sure to be a thrilling race to the finish. Maybe, just maybe, I’m doubly excited because I actually think I might win this. Why am I confident? Check out my picks:

Jardur never reached the level of fame that Longines and Breitling did. That’s probably the reason that the brand often stays under collectors’ radar. Yet, the black-dialed Jardur Bezelmeter with genuine red markings is one of the most intriguing and attractive vintage chronographs for me.I will never be a pilot. That means I’ll never use my Jardur Bezelmeter for its intended pur

The holiday season is upon us, and while most of us Fratelli may be hoping for a watch box under the tree, giving the gift of the horology bug to someone else can be a bit more challenging! Luckily, if you are like me, you have impressionable children on whom you might impart the wisdom of how important timeliness is and give them the gift of being a cool watch person like Dad (or Mom). Ours is a

When we talk about Casio, the first thing that pops up in most people’s minds is G-Shock. But Casio also offers several models under its Edifice sub-brand for people who are into watches inspired by the world of motorsports. The designs of many of the Edifice watches can be described as modern and sometimes even futuristic. Additionally, the timepieces offer a wide array of different functio

This is a special article for me to write simply because 2022 is the year that I started writing for Fratello. It’s nice to look back because boy, did I enjoy it! But I also thought it was going to be a difficult article to write. Choosing the best watches from all of the great releases this year seemed like a monumental task. But actually, when I looked back at them and my own purchases thi

Fratello Talks dress watches! In this first episode, editors Nacho and Robert-Jan are joined by shop manager Laurits, and the three of them talk about dress watches. What is a dress watch, and why would you need one?

Titoni has been knocking out releases at a rapid pace lately. The latest is the brand-new Seascoper 300 dive watch. It is a new addition to the Seascoper lineup after the Seascoper 600. This new diver combines familiar influences with typical Titoni elements. On top of that, it is powered by a COSC-certified Sellita SW200-1 movement. Is the new Seascoper better than its bigger brother? Time to fin

With Dubai Watch Week behind us, the last big watch event of the year is over. This usually means that all the big releases have been unveiled. And as the end of the year is approaching quickly, it’s time to start looking back. So, in the upcoming weeks, we’ll look back at some of the best releases of the year. This week, we will begin with the best dive watches of 2023. The most popul

Imagine a brand that goes back to 1735 and is the oldest still-existing watch manufacturer. Consider that this same brand launched a timepiece in 1991 that, at the time, was the most complicated wristwatch ever produced. Surely, this brand must be the most famous and prestigious name in watchmaking, right? Wrong. Blancpain is not the most famous and prestigious name in watchmaking. Seniority and t

Am I exaggerating from the start with such a bold claim? Maybe not, as it turns out, and as for conquering the subarctic, that's easy for me living in Norway…or is it? Unlike fellow The Grey Nato podcast listener and managing editor Nacho, I'm not the most outdoorsy type. But the light and robust Timex Expedition North coaxed me into the harsh subzero woods.We live in an era of eroding watch