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Zeppelin Atlantic 8466 5 Watch Review

Zeppelin Atlantic (Ref. 8466-5) Review: A Classy Surprise

In this Zeppelin Atlantic Ref. 8466-5 review, we’ll soar across the ocean on the airships of the brand’s namesake and determine if it’s a worthy companion for you to bring to the skies.

Best Russian Watch Brands

8 Best Russian Watch Brands: Unique & Hard to Buy

Russia produces some of the most unique watches on the market. If you’re interested in eclectic designs, check out our eight best Russian watch brands.

best ana digi watches

Top 9 Best Ana Digi Watches (Packed with Features)

Ana digi watches give you a nice analog time display with all the useful features of an electronic watch, all at once. Discover the best ana digi watches!

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Top 11 Best Automatic Watches Under $200 That Look Like a Million Dollars

Today, I’m gonna share with you the best automatic watches under $200, from sports to dress watches. These are affordable, and they look incredible, too!

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Top 7 Best Automatic Dive Watch Under $500: Tough and Attractive

A $500 budget can get you a great dive watches (probably the most versatile design ever). Discover here my favorite automatic dive watches under $500.

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7 Seiko SKX Alternatives with Screw-Down Crown and 200 m WR (or more)

Discover my favorite Seiko SKX alternatives, with at least 200 m of water resistance and a screw-down crown. Some even have the ISO 6425 certification!

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13 Great Rolex Explorer Alternatives for All Budgets

Discover my favorite Rolex Explorer alternatives – probably one of the best everyday watches ever made by Rolex. List complete with options for all budgets.

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7 Small GMT Watches That Look The Absolute Business

Looking for a small GMT watch? Well, good luck with that! Watch manufacturers completely neglect this segment… That’s why I hunted to find some options!

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Top 11 Best Quartz Watch Under $100 That Actually Look Great

Affordable quartz watches don’t have to mean poor quality. Choose a reputable brand, and you’ll find the best quartz watch under $100. Discover my top 11.

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Top 12 Best Everyday Watch Under $500 for Every Occasion

Find the best everyday watch under $500 – that you can wear for work, everyday activities and during the weekend. Discover my 12 favorite options!

Big wrists

4 Surprisingly Simple Exercises To Get Bigger Wrists

It’s hard to know where to begin and what works when you want to know how to get bigger wrists, right? Here is a list of the best techniques, tips, and tricks to help you grow those skinny wrists. Either at home or at the gym, with or without equipment, learn how to do it.

Mens Watches For Small Wrists

27 Men’s Watches for Small Wrists That Look Manly

You don’t need a big watch to look manly. And it’s especially true if you have small wrists. And because there are so many great smaller watches, I decided to find the gems for you. So here are my favorite men’s watches for small wrists: Everyday watches Chronographs Pilot watches Dive watches Dress watches Electronic […]

Rolex Movements

Rolex Movements: The Complete Current List (Baselworld 2019 Update)

Rolex is arguably the most iconic watch brand around. And for a reason: they make good-looking, reliable timepieces that are instantly recognizable. But with the updated website design, and the never-ending flow of new watch releases, it can be hard to track what are the current movements of the brand. So here is the complete […]

Rolex Service

Rolex Service: Costs + How Often And Where To Service Your Rolex

Your Rolex watch will last you a lifetime if you take good care of it. That includes caring for it daily, making sure you use it as it’s initially intended. But that also means servicing your Rolex when the time comes. Here is everything you need to know about servicing your Rolex. How much does […]

best seiko 5 watches

Top 15 Best Seiko 5 Watches: Stylish, Automatic, and Affordable!

Seiko 5s are affordable and they look great. But with hundreds of models to choose from, where do you start? Here are some of the the best Seiko 5 watches.

Ultimate Watch Size Guide

The Ultimate Watch Size Guide + Watch Size Calculator

It’s not so easy to know exactly what watch you should get for your wrist size. To make things even harder, some people on the Internet talk about Small, Medium or Large watches (and wrists…) but that does not translate to actual sizes. And they don’t tell you exactly what you should pay attention to. […]

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9 Rolex Submariner Alternatives Under $500 You’ll Be Proud To Wear

The Rolex Submariner is arguably the most famous and iconic luxury watch of all times. Introduced in 1954, it’s been worn (and still is) by millions of men around the world. For good reason: it’s a tough, extremely good-looking, sporty yet timeless wristwatch. It makes for a great one-watch collection. And with its 40 mm […]

Can You Wear A Watch Through Airport Security

Wearing Your Watch Through Airport Security: Detectors, TSA & More [Guide]

If you’re not a hardcore traveler and don’t take the plane very often, you might wonder: can I wear my watch through airport security? And the answer might not be as easy as you think. Some airports set their metal detectors with a higher sensitivity than others. Some watches are considered jewelry, some aren’t. Same […]

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18 Best YouTube Channels About Watches

When it comes to watches, you just can’t get enough, right? You need to read forums threads, find inspiration on Instagram, learn about your favorite timepieces and, of course, watch YouTube. If you don’t know where to start, or if you want even more watch channels to scratch your itch, here is what I think […]

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19 Telltale Signs That You’re ADDICTED To Watches (And That’s OK)

If you’ve clicked on this link in Google, chances are you’re addicted to watches. That’s ok, don’t fear. But if you’re not quite sure if you’re addicted yet, check out this list and judge for yourself! 1. You Teach New Things About Watches To Your Department Store Sales Advisor So of course, you stop every […]

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Seiko SKX013 [REVIEW] The Best Dive Watch For Small Wrists

Dive watches and small wrists usually don’t pair well. Dive watches are meant to withstand water pressure… a lot of it. As a consequence, they are built for the task with thick and large cases. Because of that, it’s hard to find a good-looking dive watch under 40 mm. So what do you do, if […]

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When Not To Change The Date On A Watch: Danger Zone & Best Practices

Your automatic watch has run out of juice. Or your quartz watch has been sitting in the drawer for weeks and now the date is wrong. So of course: you need to set the date. Be careful. Changing the date on your watch at the wrong time can damage the movement. In the best case […]

Seiko Sarb035 6R15 Movement

Is It BAD To Let Your Automatic Watch Stop? (Watch Winding Guide)

Automatic watches are very intricate pieces of engineering that bring a lot of enjoyment to its wearer. But wearing an automatic (or manual winding) watch comes with a flood of questions regarding the movement. And rightfully so: you want your watch to operate as long and as accurately as possible. So here is all you […]

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23 Tips To Start Collecting Watches And NOT Screw Up [Beginners Guide]

Collecting watches is a virus. Once you’re infected, you’ll never get rid of it. But it’s a delightful virus, mind you! That being said, starting a watch collection comes with its fair share of mistakes, fails, and frustrations. I made almost all of the ones that I’m listing below. But hopefully, these tips (of what NOT do yo, […]

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Casio G-Shock GW-M5610 [REVIEW] – The Best G-Shock For Small Wrists!

G-Shock watches rule. They are tough tool watches with a lot of wrist present, and a ton of functions for an affordable price (if you don’t go for the limited editions). Electronic watches don’t get any better than this. But they can be bulky at times. So what is the best G-Shock for small wrists? […]

Too Many Watches

You Have Too Many Watches! 15 Issues Of A Large Collection

You have too many watches! I don’t blame you… I do too! It’s easy to get caught up in accumulating a lot of timepieces. Especially at the beginning of your watch enthusiast journey. I’ve been there and done that, and still am currently. The problem is: there are issues with having a large watch collection. […]

watch brand pronunciation

The Ultimate Watch Brand Pronunciation Guide (By A FRENCH Native Speaker)

Sorry guys, but not a single result from page 1 of Google Search for “watch brand pronunciation” is right. None of them. You will not be able to pronounce correctly the watch brand names if you rely on the advice and pronunciation of English native speakers. How do I know? Well, I was born in Brussels, Belgium and […]

Seiko Sarb035 Dial

Seiko SARB035 [REVIEW] – The Best Automatic Watch Under $500

When it comes to everyday watches, the Seiko SARB035 is one of the top options out there. For a reason: it has everything you want from an automatic watch, and nothing you don’t. The Seiko SARB035 is arguably the best automatic watch under $500 and a great everyday watch. It has a nice 38mm case width, which […]

How To Deal With Small Wrists

5 Simple Ways To Deal With Small Wrists (With Video)

If you’re like me, you’ve been blessed with small wrists. I have 6 inch wrists – well they’re more like 5.9 inch. So what can you do when you love watches and have small wrists? Are you cursed to not being able to wear whatever you like? Having small wrists is not a problem in […]

wearing two watches

Wearing Two Watches: Why Not? (with 5 Notable Examples)

Here is the deal: you just saw somebody on the subway (or on television) wearing two watches. And now you can’t stop thinking: is that okay? Why would someone wear a watch on both wrists? What about wearing two watches on one wrist? Is there any symbolism? You can wear a watch on both wrists. […]

Winding A Watch

Over-Winding A Watch: Automatic vs Mechanical vs Hand-Wound

Most modern automatic watches today can be hand-wound. So do all hand-wound (only) mechanical watches. But if you’re just started as a watch enthusiast, it can be hard to know what you should or shouldn’t do, and if you can overwind a watch. Can you overwind a watch? You can’t over-wind modern automatic watches. The […]

Watch Case Size Calipers

How To Measure A Watch Case Size Easily

So you’re looking for a watch and you wonder: How do I measure a watch case size? What even is the watch case size and what does it mean for my wrist? Your quest is over! Knowing exactly how to measure your watch case is important if you’re serious about getting the right watch for you. To […]

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