Tag: watch-blog
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Christopher Ward C1 Loco Classic: A New Take on Mechanical Watchmaking
With the new C1 Loco Classic, Christopher Ward is giving its CW-003 movement a completely different look. While the C12 Loco has a sporty design with an integrated case, this new model goes in a more classical direction. Same movement, but a very different watch. And I have to say, I really like the direction…
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Watch reviews: Quantum Quartz Chronograph, HNG1010.061
I already had the chance to review one of Quantum’s watches, the Barracuda, so when Quantum Uhren (the German retailer of Quantum watches) reached out and asked if I would be interested in reviewing one of their quartz chronographs, the obvious answer was yes I’am! I’m grateful for them for sending this watch my way.…
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Canuck Timepieces steps into the retro-future with its first Signature release
I’ve been following Canuck Timepieces for quite some time, and over the years I’ve had the chance to see the brand evolve. Canuck was founded by James Williams, whom I’ve also had the pleasure of getting to know along the way. More recently, I spent some time with the 4th Dimension, Canuck’s collaboration with AndoAndoAndo. So when…
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Watch reviews: Mr. Jones Watches Ricochet
I’ve always had a soft spot for watches that don’t take themselves too seriously. Give me something with a bit of personality, a bit of quirkiness and a story behind it, and chances are I’ll be interested. That’s probably why I’ve been a fan of Mr Jones Watches for quite some time. Until now, though,…
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BALL Engineer M Skindiver III Gets a New Explorer: Gilles Gambini
BALL Watch Company has a new addition to its Explorers Club. The brand has announced elite freediver, scientific diver and explorer Gilles Gambini as its newest ambassador. And considering what Gambini does for a living, the watch chosen for the partnership makes quite a bit of sense. Gambini grew up in Nice between the Mediterranean and the…
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NOMAD Heritage Travel Watch Case: A Hands-On Review
I had actually been looking for a proper travel case for a while. I was using an older one for a long time, that could hold two watches and a few small pouches, but I was starting to feel that I needed something a bit more practical. So when Nomadwatchworks reached out and offered to…
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BALL Engineer Hydrocarbon EOD: The Watch Behind The Outer Edge Polar Challenge in Iceland
There are watches that are made for everyday adventures, and then there are watches that get taken somewhere you probably wouldn’t want to take most of your collection. BALL Watch Company has just announced that The Outer Edge Polar Challenge has completed its Iceland expedition, with expedition leader Charles Werb crossing Iceland’s Vatnajökull glacier while wearing…
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NoracTime: When Watches Become a Canvas
I had been following Pierre, the founder of NoracTime, from a distance for a while, admiring the colourful hand-painted dials that kept popping up on my feed. But I got a chance to look a little closer when I unexpectedly won one of his Instagram giveaways: a painting of the iconic Piaget Polo 79. Having…
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Nomadic Watches Heads to Dublin
I’ve been following Nomadic Watches for a while, and it’s always interesting to see how a young independent brand grows. Their lineup covers quite a few different styles, from rugged tool watches to more refined pieces, and I have to admit, I’m particularly drawn to the Marai line. I’d genuinely love to own one someday,…