Tag: Review

Owner Review: Stowa Marine Classic 36mm

The fully polished case of the Stowa Marine Classic 36mm wears well because the lugs are angled just right to hug the wrist. Speaking of the lugs, namely of their thickness, this case wears like a 38mm, giving it more presence, from lug to lug, it measures 44.6mm. The case thickness is at 11mm including…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Omega Speedmaster Sapphire Sandwich

I’m a sucker for chronographs … there I said it. It kinda feels good to say it out loud. There’s just something about a mechanical chronograph that I find really appealing. To me a chronograph is a precision instrument, it is an object that is purpose built to mean business … or maybe it’s just…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Santos de Cartier – Can guys still wear 28mm Cartier?

When I am not arguing with people about 36mm Day Dates being the perfect sized Rolex, I can be found extolling the virtues of incredibly small watches, just like the Santos de Cartier. I have been asked at meet ups about how small a watch I would wear. It all depends on the watch. When…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Stowa Marine Original – Elegance with a nautic touch

Let’s take a close look at the Stowa Marine Original. The movement is a hand wound Unitas 6498 with second hand at 6 o’clock, a reliable and easy to maintain workhorse. It’s not the top of horology but the rather big parts in the movement give much space for nice decorations. Look at the finished…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Hamilton Khaki King II

I will start by saying this: The Hamilton Khaki King II is a great way to get yourself into a Swiss Made timepiece, through a brand that carries a ton of heritage. Before we dive too deep (Water Resistance pun intended), lets get the notable specs out of the way: – 316L stainless steel case/bracelet,…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Seiko Perpetual Calendar GMT 8F56-0080

The Seiko Perpetual Calendar GMT 8F56-0080 was produced way before I got into collecting watches. It features an original and distinctive case design that looks like no other watch on the market, even today. In addition to the unique case design, it has a nicely integrated bracelet that nicely tapers down to make the watch…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Panerai Luminor Marina 8 Days PAM510

Being a die hard Paneristi and having previously owned both a Bronzo and a Ceramica, two head turning statement watches. I wanted a Panerai perfect for everyday wear with that iconic crown guard and the beautiful sandwich dial. I was looking for a Panerai that could be simple and easily recognizable. On my 30th Birthday…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Orient Mako XL – Orange is the new black

The Orient Mako XL has been around a few year now, but since the release of the Kano and Kamasu, it’s gotten even more affordable. With a total of five different variations, the black dial/orange bezel combo is by far my favorite one. The dial is matte black and the deep, metallic orange of the…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Tudor Black Bay 36 – The “Less is More” watch

I still remember the first time I went to the Rolex and Tudor boutique looking for the Tudor Black Bay 36. The sales professional, who I didn’t end up getting it from by the way, told me that the 36mm size was considered by modern standards a women’s watch. Boy, I am so glad that…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Seiko Presage Cocktail Time SRPB43

The already legendary Seiko Presage Cocktail Time SRPB43 is one of the classiest dress watches in the entire Seiko line, it is even widely regarded as classy by luxury Swiss watch standards. Let’s get started by focussing on the real selling point of this watch, yes, you guessed it, we are talking about that mesmerizing…
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02/01/2021