Founded 1892 Headquarters Minato City, Tokyo, Japan Average MSRP: About half of the Seiko lineup is under $500. Website: https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/ Brief History of Seiko In 1881, Kintaro Hattori owned and operated a watch and clock sales and repair business in Ginza, Tokyo. Eleven years later, he established the Seikosha factory and built and sold […]
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Movado Watches
Founded 1881 Headquarters Paramus, NJ and Bienne, Switzerland Average MSRP: Movado sells watches from $395 to $3,995. Website: https://www.movado.com/us/en/home Brief History of Movado Achilles Ditesheim founded Movado in La-Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Ditesheim was 19 with six watchmakers under his guidance. He called his watch brand Movado, which means “always in motion.” Over the years, Movado […]
Bulova Watches
Founded 1875 Headquarters Queens, New York Average MSRP: $275-$4,500 Website: https://www.bulova.com/us/en/ Brief History of Bulova Watches Joseph Bulova immigrated from Bohemia (now the Czech Republic) to the United States. He dreamed of ” crafting supreme quality timepieces for an ever-changing and dynamic landscape.” In 1875, Bulova opened a small jewelry store in New York […]
Orient Watches
Founded 1951 Headquarters Shinjuku City, Tokyo, Japan Average MSRP: $200-$800 Website: https://www.orientwatchusa.com/ Brief History of Orient Watches While the Orient Watch company as we know it today was founded in 1951, its roots go back further. In 1901, Shogoro Yoshida opened the ‘Yoshida Watch Shop’ in Ueno Taito, Tokyo, Japan. Yoshida produced gold watch […]
Casio Watches
Founded 1946 Headquarters Shibuya, Tokyo, Japan Average MSRP: The majority of Casio watches are under $500. Website: https://www.casio.com/us/ Brief History of Casio Watches Tadao Kashio founded Kashio Seisakujo, in Mitaka, Tokyo in 1946. Casio did not start as a watch company. In fact, the company created the world’s first electronic calculator in 1957. Casio did […]
Omega Watches
Founded 1848 Headquarters Biel/Bienne, Switzerland Average MSRP: Omega watches vary in price from $3,700 to $193,000. Website: https://www.omegawatches.com/en-us/ Brief History of Omega Watches Omega is a company rich in history. In 1848, Louis Brandt opened a small watch workshop in La Chaux-de-Fonds, a small village in Switzerland. After he died in 1879, his sons took […]
Rolex Watches
Founded 1905 Headquarters Geneva, Switzerland Average MSRP: Men’s Rolex watches vary in price from $6,500 to $85,000. Website: https://www.rolex.com/en-us Brief History of Rolex Watches At 24, Hans Wilsdorf founded Rolex in 1905. He began by creating reliable wristwatches constructed with movements manufactured by a Swiss watchmaking company. By 1910, one of Wilsdorf’s Rolex watches became […]
5 Watch Brands Like Tissot That Won’t Break the Bank
Tissot is a traditional Swiss watchmaker that makes affordable luxury timepieces. But which other watch brands like Tissot offer the same price-to-quality ratio?
10 Mother’s Day Gifts That Aren’t Boring
Mother’s Day gifts are bland and generic. Except for those on this list!
What’s the Deal With Costco Men’s Watches?
Everyone recognizes Costco for its great deals on groceries and household products. But this article on Costco men’s watches might surprise you. It may even change where you shop for your next luxury timepiece!
Bell and Ross Watches — Are They Really Worth It?
Are Bell and Ross watches worth your time? Here’s my take.
8 Best Men’s Dress Watches To Buy Right Now
Are you shopping for the best men’s dress watches? From business bashes to the boardroom, this list has you covered.
The Best TAG Heuer Watches You Need in Your Life
Do you love sporty Swiss timepieces? Check out these best TAG Heuer watches.
What Is a Mechanical Watch: A Clear and Complete Guide
Exactly what is a mechanical watch? The way the work “mechanical” is used in everyday watch talk can make it confusing — until now.
Most Expensive Watch Brands
Ever wanted to discover the world’s most expensive watch brands? I’ve got you covered with this introduction to some of the most prestigious watchmakers on the planet. But beware — they may cost you an arm and a leg… And a kidney!
Perpetual Calendar Watches: What They Are and What They Do
If you’re curious about what perpetual calendar watches do, read on!
What is a Sailing Watch? (And Why You Might Need One)
Are you looking for the best sailing watch to accompany you on your seafaring adventures? This article will talk you through what a yachting watch is and why you may need one.
His And Hers Watches: What They Are And Which to Buy
Here’s a primer on his and hers timepieces.
Is Fossil a Good Watch Brand?
Fossil is a leading global lifestyle accessory brand that owns several other watch brands you may have heard of. However, is Fossil a good watch brand? Today, we’re going to find out.
What Makes a Good Watch? Here’s Our Checklist
There are objective and subjective components to what makes a good watch. Let’s explore.
Best Watch Boxes
Are you looking to round out your luxury watch accessories collection? We’ve got you covered.
Best Watch Winders
Tired of your watches running flat when you’re not wearing them? This guide to the best watch winders will help with that problem.
Hamilton vs Tissot: How Do They Compare?
Need help deciding between a Hamilton or a Tissot watch? Read the article below.
Seiko vs Casio: Which is Best?
Are you wondering how to settle the Seiko vs Casio debate once and for all? Read this article and decide for yourself.
Battle of the Titans: Casio G-Shock vs. Timex Ironman Compared
If you find yourself debating the answer to the “Casio G-Shock vs. Timex Ironman” dilemma, you’re not alone. This guide outlines the key differences between the two.
The 10 Best Durable Work Watches That Can Stand Up To Almost Anything
Looking for heavy-duty watches for work? There are many options available. We’ve condensed this guide to show ten of the most durable.
The 10 Best Scuba Dive Watches For Serious Divers
We put our dive watch geeks to the test here at The Slender Wrist with this list of the best scuba dive watches to buy this year.
15 of the Best Minimalist Watches for Men
Are you interested in picking up minimalist watches for men? Good idea. Here are some great ones!
How To Start a Watch Collection: Your Beginner’s Guide
Are you a beginner trying to figure out how to start a watch collection? Here’s a 101.
7 Best World Time Watches
Are you an avid traveler in need of a timekeeping tool? Take a look at this list of the best world-time watches.
Men’s Watch Gift Guide
Are you looking to find a present for a watch lover in your life? Here’s our men’s watch gift guide to help you out!
8 of The Best Patek Philippe Watches to Invest In
This list of 8 luxury watches by Patek Philippe sums up the best of the brand’s 180-year heritage.
