JeanRichard is the “introductory” brand of Girard Perregaux, much like Rolex / Tudor. Well made, with its own styles, but using less expensive movements to keep prices more affordable…
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Computer engineer in SoCal whose hobbies trend towards obsession. Wristwatches, especially mechanical ones. Arduino. Python. Mobile. Linux. Hacking around for the heck of it. Travel. You get the idea.About the Author
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Seiko Prospex Spring Drive Tuna SBDB008 Watch
The Prospex line of professional divers from Seiko has long been a rich source of fine watches and superb engineering, sadly less known than they deserve due to Japan-only sales. This one is worth questing for, though, it’s the new-for-2013 SBDB008. SpringDrive (cal 5R65), DLC titanium shroud, titanium nitride (the gold colored bits) highlights, date window tucked in at 4:30, and a new hand set.
What Are The Best Personal Analytics Smartwatches?
There’s been an amazing amount of rapid developments in smartwatches in the last couple of years or so. In addition to timekeeping and displaying alerts, smartwatches can measure physical activity, monitor pulse rates, skin temperatures and perspiration levels…
MTM ‘Rad’ Radiation Detector Watch Review
The MTM Rad radiation detection watch is, with no exaggeration, a unique watch. Very few people will ever need one and those that do will be delighted to find it.
You see, this watch has a Geiger counter in it. $1,500 gets you a very unobtrusive radiation detector you can wear on your wrist. That, as I will explain, is amazing.
Pierre DeRoche Watches Interview With Founder Pierre Dubois
Interview with the founder of unique boutique watch maker Pierre DeRoche, Pierre Dubois – that has access to amazing movements.
Longines Conquest GMT Watch Review
This is the Longines Conquest GMT, reference L3.687.4.566. At first glance, it looks like one of many GMTs bearing the ETA 2893 movement, but then you notice that date window. Look at where it is on the dial, all the way at the right edge (so this is something different):
Ochs Und Junior New Colors And Names For Watches
Two news items from watch maker ochs und junior – a new moonphase look and a sweeping rename of the models. Since it’s brief, we will deal with the rename first. Previously, their watches had evocative names like ‘Selene’ for moon phase, which probably caused confusion. The line is now renamed according to what they’re calling ‘time horizons’.
Omega Aqua Terra GMT Watch Review
Executed in beautiful copper-colored 18 carat gold, we have the Omega Aqua Terra GMT reference 231.50.43.22.06.002 in for review today. Defining the high end of the Aqua Terra GMT series, I was delighted when Omega offered to let me borrow one for review.
Nixon Goes Upscale With Its Automatic Chrono LTD Watch
Nixon has long been mostly a fashion brand, with bold, oversized designs and quartz movements. (Also good for presidential candidates!) With the launch of their Elite collection, they are moving into mechanical movements and higher prices:
MIH Watch Review
This is the MIH watch, and it’s got a great story to tell. Despite being introduced seven years ago, it’s unlikely you’ve heard of them, which we hope to remedy.
Christopher Ward C900 Watch Review
This is the Christopher Ward C900SWKR, and it’s a new high-water mark for a company I’ve long liked. Let me tell you about it, because it’s an unusually good story.
Grand Seiko Watch Roadshow 2012 At Arizona Fine Time
To be honest with you, I don’t really like shopping for watches. I’ve visited some high-end stores, but have never had a good experience. Haughty and ignorant clerks make for a bad time. It’s somewhat understandable in that most customers are not watch geeks, but I’m still averse. So keep that in mind when I tell you that I had a blast visiting the watch showroom at Arizona Fine Time for their Grand Seiko roadshow.
Seiko Prospex Landmaster Alpinist Spring Drive Watch
Those of us who coveted the limited edition, super-expensive Seiko Spacewalk watch have a new hope. Check out the Seiko Prospex Landmaster Alpinist SBDB007. The Spacewalk was beautiful and desirable, but extremely expensive at $28,000 for the consumer version.
Bell & Ross WW1-90-S Review
This is the Bell & Ross WW1-90-S, a recent model inspired by WW1-era pocketwatch conversions, where the lugs were loops of wire soldered onto the case.
Ocean7 LM2-AD Watch Review
New analog-digital watches are few and far between, so when we heard that Ocean7 had one we contacted them for a review. It’s called the LM2-AD and I think you’re going to like it. Well, some will – analog-digital is definitely not to everyone’s taste.
