Where other brands get flamed for the constant flow of limited editions, Seiko seems to get away with it every time. This time, it is the Seiko Presage Green Enamel dial watch, reference SBP111.That might be because they are simply stunning releases, or that the Seiko crowd is not that bothered by it and are just happy when there’s a new release and thus more to choose from. It’s just

About 90% of my watch collection consists of tool watches. And I’m not the only one. This watch style is one of the most popular categories. Let’s spend some time on the definition of tool watches for this episode of Watches & Pencils.What is a Tool Watch?Sorry disappoint you, but there is no exact definition for a ‘tool watch’. Overall, I tend to say that a tool watch

Dynamics. Precision. Elegance.The motto of the Swiss Air Force aerobatic formation PC-7 TEAM is clear. True to this motto, the new AEROMASTER models from the traditional and still independent pilot’s watch manufacturer FORTIS are presented. Almost 15 years ago, FORTIS was selected as a partner and now has a very special edition up its sleeve for the 30th anniversary of the formation: The pre

We’re back with Wrist Game or Crying Shame and this week we take a look at the Longines Legend Diver no date. But first…Last week, we featured another twin crown diver (that’s blatant foreshadowing) with the IWC Aquatimer Cousteau Divers. Despite its rough and semi-ready appearance, apparent mechanical foibles, and overt branding, the watch resurfaced with a 71% Wrist Game win. A

We reported on it as soon as it hit the market. Now, just a few weeks later, we managed to get one of the last available pieces in hand for a quick review. And, I’ve got to say, that the new NOMOS Glashutte Ace Jewelers Tangente Amsterdam limited edition is a sterling follow-up to its three forerunners.The whole Ace/NOMOS collaboration is taking on a life of its own. Since the release of the

In this 20th podcast, RJ and Rob talk about their very favorite Seiko watches from 2020 and mention their all-time favorites from Seiko.Our Fratello on Air podcast is available via Buzzsprout, Soundcloud, Apple Podcast, Google Podcast, Deezer,? Stitcher, and Spotify.

Vintage watch fans are an interesting bunch of enthusiasts. We have our usual suspects when it comes to watch-preference. These include the Omega Speedmaster, Submariner, or the Breitling Navitimer, for example. Needless to say, these are not the only models we love from said brands. However, when it comes to smaller, lesser-known companies, we tend to be selective. So, from time to time, we need

My name is Game, Wrist Game. Or is it Shame, Crying Shame? The name of this column, double agents, is up to you. Today, we reach back to a 1981 movie in celebration of a film that debuts today. I guess you know the theme, but do you know the watch? It’s the Seiko 7549-7009 Golden Tuna and do I expect you to talk? No, I expect you to vote! But first…Last week, I shook you and I stirred

TAG Heuer has produced a very special Monaco for this year’s Only Watch auction. This year, the brand revives a collector’s classic in an all-new, carbon-cased construction. Inspired by the fabled Monaco “Dark Lord” of the mid-70s, this one-off piece is sure to strike a chord in the heart of the TAG Heuer collector lucky enough to get his or her hands on it.Every two years,

Today, we take a brief look at the new Ollech & Wajs OW 350Cl, a watch inspired by a Swiss military motorcycle. This is a fun one with attractive specs, so let’s twist the throttle and go for a ride.I’ve been following Ollech & Wajs over the last several years since the company has been going through somewhat of a rebirth. I must say that I really like what they’re doing.

Suppose you’ve kept an eye on our social media and the website over the last week or so. In that case, you’ll have first seen the announcement, and then the full reveal, of the NOMOS Glashutte Weltzeit “The Hague Edition” for Fratello. This project was the brainchild of our Managing Editor, Rob Nudds. The watch is available from the Fratello Shop right now, and it’s l

On October 21, Grand Seiko and Fratello will host an event for fans and enthusiasts of the brand in the Grand Seiko boutique at La Place Vendome in Paris. Not only will you be able to experience the latest Grand Seiko watches, but also to be introduced to the European chapter of the GS9 Club.During our last year’s Fratello x Grand Seiko event in ParisFratello x Grand Seiko Paris Event –

At the Fratello offices, we often discuss affordable watches. The question of what “affordable” means, however, is obviously a very personal one. We decided to set the affordable budget for this list at $1,000. So what watches in this price bracket are the best in the long stream of new releases that were unveiled in 2022? We have compiled a list of ten choices that our editors loved f

If you love Japanese culture, you will probably be familiar with the Japanese form of theatre known as “kabuki”. If you are unfamiliar with the name itself, you will probably recognize it when you see the image of a play below. Kabuki inspired Seiko to develop two new models for its Presage Sharp Edged Series. Both models feature dials that are inspired by the colors and patterns used

For a story that started 84 years ago during a ski race in the Swiss Alps, Tissot's timing to reminisce with a vintage-inspired model was peculiar. Back in July this summer, the heritage watchmaker introduced the 42mm chronograph Telemeter 1938 in two color variants to do just that. Nevertheless, it is a story worth telling because it captures the very start of Tissot's sports timekeeping history.

The Oris Artelier collection holds a special place in my heart. The very first luxury watch I bought was an Oris Art Blakey limited edition from that same collection. I still wear it quite regularly and enjoy its bass-drum-inspired dial a lot. I think it came out simultaneously with the James Morrison Academy of Music limited edition at the end of 2019. And since then, it has been awfully quiet ar

Praesidus has quickly made a name for itself as a producer of great modern remakes of classic military watches. Not too long ago, I had the pleasure of trying out the wonderfully weird A-5 UDT. This time, I had a chance to check out the brand-new Rec Spec MACV-SOG. Behind this new model is a tale of how Seiko dress watches bought at local markets turned into field watches during the war in Vietnam

The new Lorier Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer is the latest limited-edition collaboration from the New York City-based publication. The partnership is close to home as Lorier, a well-known microbrand, also hails from the Big Apple. They’ve created an affordable, very cool watch that should sell faster than the newest SoHo clothing drop.I’m a big fan of Worn & Wound. It’s on

It’s been roughly 18 months since Lorca founder Jesse Marchant unveiled his debut watch. Praised by the press and enthusiasts alike, the Model No.1 GMT presented a unique take on a multi-time watch. Instead of following the typical GMT category codes, Marchant created a watch much more characterized by its overall vintage-inspired elements. The result was a design signature that not only gav

Four IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph Edition Polaris Dawn models in white ceramic with space-blue dials are back on Earth. Along with their wearers, they launched from NASA's Kennedy Space Center in Florida at 05:23 EDT on September 10th, 2024. The four members of the crew and their watches safely splashed down off the coast of Florida at 03:36 EDT on September 15th. Jared Isaacman, Kidd Poteet, Sar