Category: Horological Musings
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The Vintage Watch Conundrum
If you’re anything like me, there’s a good chance that watches on the older end of the spectrum are responsible for pulling you into this hobby. That well worn look strikes a nerve that few new watches are capable of reaching. Further, their often heavily romanticized histories can impart legendary status on even the most…
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A Reductionist Approach to the Dive Watch from Ulysse Nardin in the [AIR]
At their core, dive watches are simple, straightforward tools whose usefulness is directly linked to the success of their design. In an age where their literal use as diving instruments has been reduced to novelty status, the qualities that define what a good one looks like have widened considerably and, at times, aren’t even connected…
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Thoughts On the New Universal Genève Polerouter
When I caught wind of Universal Genève being acquired by Partners Group Holding in a move that would ultimately put Breitling’s Georges Kern at the helm of a rebirth, my first reaction was cautious optimism. This is a brand I’ve long admired, and like many of us, I’ve often imagined what kind of watches a…
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A Great Watch Case is More than Its Measurements
One of the most taken for granted elements of a great watch design is the case. It is responsible for shaping the initial aesthetic of the watch as a whole, while also ensuring ergonomic stability. It’s a big ask, and when it works, it’s something you barely notice. In discussing some great neo-vintage cases with…
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Video: Sunflowerman Paints the Zenith Rainbow Flyback on the Hudson
We’ve got something a little different this week with a video featuring special guest Sunflowerman (with a special appearance by Jonathan Ferrer of Brew Watches) painting the Zenith Rainbow Flyback in real-time in New York City. Sunflowerman is a Texas based artist that specializes in fashion and watches in particular. He’s done commissioned work for…
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The Rising Popularity of Brutal Asymmetry
The watch industry may be slow to react, but it’s quick to pick up on trends, and we’re seeing one play out at the moment which I would call a side effect of the broader comeback of ‘80s style. The trend is that of asymmetry, and it has taken root across many genres and price…
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Video: How We Got Here – The Golden Era of Watches
Without trying to sound too cliche about watch brands “not making them like they used to”, I often wonder just how the current generation of watches will be viewed down the line. We are living through what I estimate to be a transitionary period, one that is on the outer edges of a time defined…
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Video: Let’s Talk About In-House Movements
Relatively recently, we’ve seen a shift in priority toward creating “in-house” movements, and away from using ebauches, or off the shelf movements. Among the reasons for this was the decision by ETA, a Swatch Group owned movement manufacturer, to restrict sales of their movements to third party brands. The consequences have been far reaching, but what’s…