When the Sternglas Marus 2.0 dive watches landed on my desk, I had to dig into the Fratello archives. I knew I had written about a Sternglas diver before. As it turns out, that was the first iteration of the Sternglas Marus released in 2021. Four years on, we’re graced with a duo of new Visit […]

The British actor opens up about his watch rotation and what drew him to Longines.

If it were only for the watches themselves, this would have been average news… But what properly got the ice-cool factor is that for once, we’ll be able to officially name watches with a red and blue bezel: Pepsi! You know the idea, we, watch enthusiasts, love to give nicknames to emblematic […]

We’re several years deep into the era of collaborative, limited edition watch releases, and while a lot of the hype has subsided around some of these drops, there’s no sign that the overall strategy is shifting anytime soon. Brands both large and small are still keen to slap partner logos on […]

Some of you might remember the adventurer and survivalist Bear Grylls wearing a Bremont pilot’s watch on an episode of his TV show Man Vs Wild. Since that was over 17 years ago, Bremont has refreshed its roster of ambassadors to feature more contemporary figures. To promote the latest white dial […]

I bought my first Omega Speedmaster Professional in 1999. This is also when my Speedy collecting officially began. During those 25 years of buying (and selling) Speedmaster watches, I made my fair share of mistakes. This was mainly because, back then, there wasn’t as much information available as […]

First presented in 2022, the 1980s-inspired Citizen Tsuyosa immediately became a best-seller for the brand and gained a lot of interest in the accessible field. First launched with a 40mm case, the collection rapidly expanded with new (and sometimes bold) colours, as well as slightly different […]

Seiko is an absolute titan in the watch industry. The number of key timepieces in the brand’s catalog is too long to list here. Nevertheless, it’s a brand that has faced an identity crisis over the last half-decade or so, I would argue. The new SRPL91 and SRPL93 Seiko 5 Sports series show just […]

I’m not sure how well-known the Swedish brand Tusenö is. I only knew about its Shellback diver prior to this, and people I spoke to had either never heard of the brand, or, like me, could only recall the one model. I think that’s about to change with its newest release. I’ve always thought […]

Yema, the French brand based in Morteau, is famous for its robust and reliable tool watches designed for all terrains. Yema produced its first military-issue watches in 1970, and in 2020, the French Air Force and French Navy nominated it as an official partner. The latest collaboration watch is the […]

In the nearly 15 years since I began collecting watches in earnest, the watch industry has experienced significant growth. The last couple of years, however, have been a challenge. Inflation, geopolitical events, and other headwinds have now emerged. This has resulted in a tough market and high […]

In the world of independent watchmaking, Phimphrachanh – pronounced “fin-fra-chan” – is a name worth learning. Born in France, Dann Phimphrachanh is a Portuguese citizen with Laotian heritage who produces watches in Switzerland. That multicultural heritage that informs his approach to […]

The mighty Rolex Datejust turns 80 this year. That makes it one of the longest continually produced watches out there, which is no small feat. At Fratello, we intend to celebrate with a series of articles on the model, and today it’s my turn to choose my all-time favorite. That’s not an easy […]

Everyone has a couple of brands that they really identify with—makers whose watches just speak to them—and Holthinrichs is one of those brands for me. Ever since I first came across their pieces on Instagram in early 2020, during the dark depths of COVID-era doom scrolling, I’ve lusted over […]

As my thirties pass by and more gray hairs emerge, I can’t help but notice the unironic fondness I’ve been feeling for two-tone watches. Much like my inability to understand the slang my kids use, feeling that the rizz of two-tone slaps (am I doing that right?) seems to be an inevitable part of […]

For many watch enthusiasts, the Orient Bambino is a rite of passage, often a first mechanical watch that proves you don’t have to break the bank to enjoy heritage design and honest, in-house watchmaking. To mark its 75th anniversary, Orient has refreshed its popular Bambino lineup with new dial […]

In addition to the three limited editions, there are also three more standard production versions.

The young brand’s third take on its now-signature case design, continuing its exploration of geometry and optical illusion.

Anoma, the indie microbrand founded in London by Matteo Violet-Vianello, derives its name from “anomaly”, indicating its less-than-conventional approach to design. Taking design cues from art, architecture and nature, the brand is making a name for itself with its shaped watch case. The […]

Creative studio IFL Watches is once again adding its signature artistic flair to another timepiece — this time with the help of independent Italian watch brand Venezianico. Together, they’ve created the limited-edition IFL Watches x Venezianico Arsenale Venus watch, a hand-painted looker that […]

Anoma has quickly emerged as one of our favorite small independents making truly interesting, design forward watches. Few watches point more toward the enormous pendulum swing away from straightforward vintage inspired sports watches than the brand’s A1, introduced in the summer of last year. […]

Anoma made its debut last summer and has just released its third model, the A1 Optical. Without departing too far from what made the previous models attractive and affordable, the latest variant features a CNC guilloché dial with a shimmering optical effect. For the design of the dial, Anoma […]

Onward And Upward: Survey Results From The Alliance Of British Watch And Clock Makers Hats off to our chums across the pond for growing the British watchmaking sector by leaps and bounds. A recent report from the Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers (the organizers of British Watchmakers Day […]

Panerai is no stranger to working with the Italian Navy. The two have joined forces on watches, technical tools, and other products for over a century. As watch enthusiasts, we’ve become accustomed to these collaborative projects featuring the bold Marina Militare typography on the dial. Today, […]

This week on the SUPERLATIVE Podcast host and aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams, sits down with Andrea Maggi, owner and CEO of Squale. Andrea shares his insights into Squale’s journey, its design philosophy, and the delicate balance between honoring tradition and innovating for modern enthusiasts. […]

One of the oldest Seiko watches still in production, the Alpinist was introduced in 1959 (note that the Laurel, released in 1913, is even more enduring), and it has since become a staple of the brand’s catalogue. Considered Seiko’s first professional watch, it was designed specifically by Seiko […]

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The greatest watch story ever told is the story of the Omega Speedmaster, the first watch worn on the Moon. That’s a fact. Another fact is that luxury in general is not about selling products. Rather, it is about emotion. That certainly is the case with post-Quartz Crisis luxury watches. The key […]

The watch enthusiast space (and by extension, watch collecting) can sometimes feel like a relentless upward climb. There’s a sense some enthusiasts get, correct or not, that every new watch in one’s lineup needs to be “better” than the last in some way. Otherwise, what’s the point? It’s […]

Back in 1972, Porsche Design introduced the Chronograph I, the first all-black watch inspired by Porsche cockpit gauges. By 1975, the design evolved into brushed stainless steel. This year, to mark the brand´s retail partnership with the Watches of Switzerland Group, the new Porsche Design […]

IFL Watches has transformed many different watches. At times, the pieces are unofficial collaborations, but today’s release brings IFL together with an exciting Italian brand. Venezianico has even created a new dial color for the piece. The Arsenale Venus celebrates Venice and should make for a […]

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It’s difficult to picture what the independent watchmaking landscape would look like without MB&F. In some ways, it feels like the brand has always been around, perhaps because for me, it has. I first discovered MB&F in 2008 when the HM2 was launched, but even back then the brand had an […]

There’s almost nothing you can say to convince me the latest MoonSwatch, the not so elegantly named Mission to Earthphase Moonshine Gold, is not the product of a ChatGPT prompt entered by a Swatch exec. Maybe it said “What should the next entry in our never ending profit squeezing machine that […]

Back in March 2022, the watch world experienced something rarely seen — a global frenzy, not over a mechanical masterpiece or a limited-edition grail but, instead, a battery-powered, (Bioceramic) plastic-bodied chronograph. The original Omega × Swatch MoonSwatch collection dropped without much […]

The latest in the roster of Omega x Swatch crossovers, this time with a bit of everything.

Happy first weekend of August, and welcome to another new release summary! Would that make it a “summery” summary? Bad alliterative jokes aside, we’ve seen some exciting new pieces from big-name watchmakers and microbrands alike. Rounding out this release list are a colorful new IWC Top Gun […]

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Welcome! Welcome! Welcome! It’s the latest edition of your favorite roundup, The Flyback! We’ve got some fun stuff this time, with new releases from Seiko, Venezianico, Citizen, Artya, and Nodus. From tribtues to a vintage car to car detailing collabs, this one has it all. Take a look and […]

Whether you’re a global entrepreneur, an adventurous traveller circumnavigating the world, or frequently crossing time zones for a different reason, a worldtimer watch can be an essential tool. Being able to tell time all over the world at once, and adjusting your watch according to where you […]

Melancholy can be described as a gentle sadness that feels good due to its connection to nostalgia, self-reflection, and the appreciation of beauty — in art and music, for instance, as well as in watches. The feeling of melancholy typically emerges in adolescence or early adulthood, which spans […]

For the past several years, TITONI has been steadily expanding its Seascoper collection of dive watches, and it was only a matter of time before an additional complication joined this highly popular series. Until now, the modern Seascoper lineup consisted exclusively of three-handed models, […]

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We […]

I can assure you, your eyes are not deceiving you. Yes, this very much looks like a McLaren, and is, in fact, based on a McLaren, but is actually called the Lanzante 95-59. And for those with a passionate knowledge of racing, and more specifically the Le Mans 24 Hours, that should start ringing a

To coincide with the release of the 2025 Marvel Fantastic Four: First Steps movie, American watchmaking company Fossil released an interesting limited-edition wristwatch that is a time-telling replica of the Reed Tech wrist device featured in the movie. Actor Pedro Pascal plays the story’s Reed […]

We’re beyond excited to invite you to the premiere screening of “Giles”, a documentary film by Taylor Scott Mason that follows Giles Clement through his journey of becoming a one-man watch brand. After two decades as a photographer, the pandemic gave Giles an unexpected pause. Instead of […]

The Japanese “mountain man’s” watch now has a new blue hue.

eBay Finds is back! This bi-monthly installment will feature a selection of watches currently listed on eBay that have caught the eye of editor Christoph McNeil (@vintagediver). If you come across any hidden gems on the ‘Bay drop us a note at [email protected] for potential inclusion. Vintage […]

All that and more in this week’s edition of Hodinkee’s What’s Selling Where column.

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Swiss executives and politicians expect significant economic consequences from the outsized levy imposed on Swiss exports to U.S. including watches but still hope deal can be reached.

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This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, David, and Ripley fire up the engines and roast the rubber right off the horological racetrack, starting with F1 sponsorships. Richard Mille is, not surprisingly, everywhere — possibly even sponsoring Nico Hülkenberg’s breakfast cereal, though sadly not […]

As August 2025 begins and much of the world prepares for the traditional summer vacation, many of us are gearing up to board flights to new and exotic desitinations. Of course, no flight is really complete without a good pilot’s watch, and we’ve partnered with Laco to ensure one lucky winner […]

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