I started writing about watches over two decades ago for ThePuristS, a watch discussion forum. And because my interest was independent watchmakers, and few watch journalists living in Switzerland were...
Read more—————————————————————————————————–Compliments from watch folks come fast and furious, and the Chronomaster Sport’s controversial origins make it a rare attention magnet from low-profile Zenith. Everyone wants to see it, try it,...
Read more—————————————————————————————————–Mechanical watches use synthetic jewels (typically rubies or sapphires) as bearings at key pivot points in the movement to minimize friction between moving parts. Jewels are extremely hard, smooth, and...
Read more—————————————————————————————————–Polished gear teeth of the Moritz Grossmann Tremblage The closer you get, the better it looks, and both wheels feature exquisite micro-beveling of their teeth. Polished screws co-exist with fired...
Read more—————————————————————————————————–Real presence: A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Chronograph on bracelet I’ve read that some folks think the all-black treatment makes this watch a bit too “Patek Philippe-like” in the vein...
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