Tag: diver

Owner Review: Glashutte Original SeaQ – Emerging from the Depths

So I liked the Glashutte Original SeaQ when it emerged from the depths of the German manufacture. Early commentators either celebrated the model or took issue with its oversized Arabic numerals and its big date at 4:30 but, having a certain proclivity to dive orientated product, it was interesting. Our paths crossed on an Edinburgh…
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24/03/2021
Owner Review: Panerai Luminor Marina PAM 050

I love this watch for what it means to me. This was a graduation gift from my father. The Panerai Luminor Marina PAM 050 was the new hotness at the time and when he gave me the watch he told me that it is a special watch and I shouldn’t wear it everyday and risk…
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24/02/2021
Owner Review: Invicta Pro Diver Bronze – The Best Entry Bronze Watch?

The Invicta Pro Diver Bronze 25643 is one of the best entry-level bronze watches. The Invicta Pro Diver is a fairly large (45mm in diameter) watch with a good strap. The watch case, buckle and bezel are made of tin bronze. The transparent back cover allows you to see not the most beautiful, but reliable…
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05/02/2021
Owner Review: Ming 18.01 Diver – Promise of a Design Icon

If you think diver watch, you are most likely thinking Rolex Submariner, Omega Seamaster or, if you are on a budget, one of the many excellent options from Seiko. I very much doubt that you are thinking about the Ming 18.01 Diver. Ming is a young micro-brand, named after Ming Thein, one of its six…
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04/02/2021
Owner Review: TAG Heuer F1 – My Attempt to Change Your Mind

TAG Heuer is a brand that has been dogged by controversies. Yes it has made significant mistakes in the past but that doesn’t necessarily define the brand. For me TAG Heuer as a brand was polarizing, seeing an advertisement on TV and magazines with A-list celebrities made me think of the brand as the best…
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28/01/2021
Owner Review: Baltic Aquascaphe Blue Gilt

I think we can all agree the ’60s were a veritable horological heyday. Even if we can’t, that’s okay, because obviously, brands like Baltic agree. They are clearly inspired by and pick up where that era of design left off. Their line of Aquascaphe dive watches are no exception. Instagram photos of the faux-gilt, glossy…
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26/01/2021
Owner Review: Certina DS PH200m – Vintage Re-issue is Not S**te!

Firstly, Certina has previously released a lot of boring shitty looking watches, but have recently created some pretty cool timepieces. I have been admiring some of their vintage diver watches. So I decided to have look at their latest offerings and almost shat myself with excitement when I found out that the Certina DS PH200m…
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16/01/2021
Owner Review: Glycine Combat Sub Vintage – A Black Bay 58 Alternative?

I will start by saying this – No matter which side of the fence you’re on about this piece: the Glycine Combat Sub Vintage is a hell of a lot of watch for your money. The Combat Sub line offers a seemingly endless variety of dials, colors, and straps. If you don’t like this one,…
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13/01/2021
Owner Review: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe

Think of the first dive watch designed expressly for use by the military. A design so forward in thought, that even today, much of the criteria that officially defines the dive watch (ISO 6425 for those playing the home game), could be found on this very early timepiece. Have you guessed the model yet? Nope,…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Rolex Submariner 16800

As the title suggests this review may leave more than a few of you upset and scratching your heads. Looking at the photos, this neo vintage Rolex Submariner 16800 looks like any other sub on a NATO strap. However it’s the case that hides the distinct difference. I had it modified with solid spring bars…
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02/01/2021