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Obris Morgan Pradata
No, no, no. Not Prada. Pradata. The Obris Morgan Pradata. The name might be a little weird, and I am not sure of the origin, but one thing is for sure, after my time with this new diver model from Obris Morgan, it is an excellent value when it comes to a dive watch. These days, many of us watch enthusiasts are always looking for a good value or bargain, or as some say “bang for your buck&rdq...
Rec Watches Cooper C5
As mentioned in my previous review of the Mark I M3, wristwatch enthusiasts Christian Mygh and Jonathan Kamstrup founded REC Watches back in 2013. The concept behind REC Watches is based on three phases, which are Recover, Recycle and Reclaim. The process starts with the Recovery phase in which old, no longer used items are identified through various avenues such as; frequenting barns, scrap yards...
Armida A10
I don’t want to alarm everyone, but there has been a Panda invasion. Well, kind of, at least in the micro brand watch world. Armida has recently released their take on a classic, the Rolex Daytona Paul Newman edition, or as Armidas are calling it, the A10 chronograph. The A10 comes in a choice of two dial colors – black with white subdials, or white with black subdials and there is als...
Brera Orologi Dinamico
-Brera Orologi Dinamico First Impression Video- I’ll be the first to admit watches such as the Brera Orologi Dinamico are not usually my typical style. I like more of a rugged timepiece, but there is always a place for a nice casual/dress chronograph in everyone’s collection. Especially when dressing up for a night on the town or going to the office. Brera Orologi is a brand I was not ...
TW Steel Slim Line Collection
Recently, I ran across an article about the best thin watches for men. Some of the names mentioned were Christopher Ward, Zenith, and Piaget amongst others. Each were truly thin and noted high quality specifications, but none of them retailed under $500 USD. What about individuals needing a more cost effective alternative? Personally, I always try to find value and quality, which I believe TW Stee...
Zelos Helmsman
Zelos Helmsman These days, there are many companies that are funding their watch projects through Kickstarter. This is how Zelos Watches received their funding, and was extremely successful as they were able to produce their first model, the Helmsman. I have been following Zelos’ progress for some time, as the Helmsman looked intriguing to me as it’s not like every other ...
YESMAN
YesMan Watches is a result of a couple of college students that were tired of the 9-5 routine lifestyle. Their concept and design have been an attempt to provide inspiration to others in relation to how individuals spend their time daily. Essentially, the creators of YesMan Watches want people to enjoy each and every moment of life and spend time according to how each individual sees fit; Do not n...
Bertucci Vintage 44 Illuminated
Bertucci Vintage 44 Illuminated First Impression What is a field watch? What kind of watch would someone want when in the “field”, or hiking, camping, or other outdoor activities? Solid construction. Easily readable. Fewer breakable components. Night-time illumination. Light weight. This is what we have with the Bertucci Vintage 44 Illuminated. Solid titanium construction, inclu...
Frederique Constant Classics Index
When you are looking for an accessible luxury timepiece, Frederique Constant has a wide range of models to consider. Frederique Constant is a Swiss watch company headquartered in Genève, Switzerland. The company, as it currently exists, was established in 1988, but has roots dating back to 1904 through Frederique Schreiner and Constant Stas. Since 1994, the company progressed in watch ...
Elysee Graf Berghe von Trips Hemmersbach Watch Review
One of the great things about reviewing watches is the ability to take a look at brands you have never heard of, or are not too familiar with. That would be the exact case with the Elysee Brand and the Hemmersbach model I am reviewing today. When there is not enough information to go off, I don’t really have any preconceived ideas about the watch, which means I get to really get a true first...
Detomaso San Marino Dive Watch Review
Founded in 1993, Detomaso, a German based company, began establishing watch collections that would highlight the owner’s persona to be captured in various venues such as; a sporting environment, normal every day life, or in the executive board room. The model lines created by Destomaso include the Trend, the Classic and the Ladies collections. According to Destomaso, the company place...
Haigh & Hastings M2 Diver First Impression Video With Review
In the world of micro-divers there is no shortage of competition, and just when I think that I know all of them out there, another brand pops up. This time it is Haigh & Hastings and their M2 Diver. Haigh & Hastings headquarters is located in Perth, Australia. Now I could be wrong, but unlike a lot of micro brands these days, they did not do a preorder, and just went into production ...