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Ariel
Adams
Owner, Publisher, Editor-In-Chief
A native of Los Angeles, in 2007 Ariel Adams channeled deep enthusiasm for timepieces into what quickly became the world’s most influential and well-read watch magazine. Ariel is also a regular speaker, published author, consultant, and voice of the global timepiece consumer community.
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Sean
Lorentzen
Senior Editor
With a passion for design and all things mechanical starting at birth, Sean Lorentzen fell in love with horology through his love for motorsports. He brings old-school motoring style and a lifestyle bent to his collection of vintage chronographs and his outlook on the watch industry.
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Jacob
Witkin
Social Media & Community Manager
Watch enthusiast and gear-nerd based out of Buffalo, NY, Jake loves the ability of watches to have unique stories and looks forward to the opportunity to add the next chapter. Though as much as he loves watches, the community is truly his favorite part.
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Ripley
Sellers
News Editor
Ripley Sellers is a writer, editor, and consultant working within the watch industry. When he’s not covering a story or writing about the world of horology, you can usually find him hiking or spending time outside with his dog Ziggy.
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Ed
Rhee
Senior Creative Producer
Ed is a Los Angeles-based photographer, writer, and video producer. Whether by camera or by pen, Ed’s passion lies in discovering and thoughtfully telling stories unique to the world of horology. He is equal parts watch enthusiast, world traveler, and lover of the outdoors. His happy place is by a campfire, hands sore from chopping wood, sipping on some well-earned Jameson.
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Mike
Razak
Contributing Editor
Mike fell in love with watches in 2015 after researching the perfect timepiece for his wedding. He has written about watches for numerous outlets and prefers a well-executed date window or none at all. He lives outside Washington, DC, where he overthinks which strap to wear with which watch.
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Rick
Atkinson
Contributor
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