Watches 101

Types of Watches

Different Types of Watches for Men

Watches have a world of their own. From classic pocket watches to modern tech-savvy timepieces, the versatility is big enough ...
Sapphire Crystal vs. Mineral Crystal

Sapphire Crystal vs. Mineral Crystal

Crystal is the face of the watch. Yet, much less effort goes into selecting the right crystal and guys end ...
Seiko Hardlex Crystal Picture

What is Hardlex Crystal?

Once you learn different watch crystal types, choosing the perfect glass becomes as important as the complications, or the brand ...
Different Types of Watch Crystals

Different Watch Crystal Types

After learning the nuances of watch type and straps, most dappers take the next step on watch crystals. No doubt, ...
What are grey market watches

What are Grey Market Watches?

Ever dreamt of strutting around with a luxury watch on your wrist, but choked on the price tag? You're not ...
Why Watches Have IIII instead of IV?

Why Do Watches and Clocks have IIII Instead of IV?

Let's start with my story from some years back! I just got a new tank watch -worn it a couple ...
Holy Trinity of Watches

What are Holy Trinity of Watches?

Diving into luxury watches is akin to stepping into another universe. I'm talking about proper watchmaking, craftsmanship, timeless designs, and ...
How tight Should a Watch be

How Tight Should a Watch Be

When it comes to watches, the type, design, size, and matching take the lead. But like everything in fashion, "Fit ...
How Long do Automatic Watches Last?

How Long Do Automatic Watches Last

Only a few things captivate a gentleman's interest, like automatic watches. These wonders of craftmanship echo back to the time ...
How Long Do Quartz Watches Last

How Long Do Quartz Watches Last

Quartz Watches (referring to the quartz crisis) have changed the watch-making industry forever. These are some of the most accurate ...
Which Hand to Wear a Watch

What Hand Do You Wear a Watch

Wearing a watch has been a symbol of style, sophistication, and elegance for centuries. Even modern watches are statement men's ...
How much does a watch service cost

How Much Does Watch Service Cost?

The day you buy your first proper watch is your day of transitioning from a guy to a gentleman. However, ...
Water-Resistant vs. Waterproof watches

Water Resistant vs. Waterproof Watches

If you are in the market to buy any watch, more specifically a diver's watch, water-resistant and waterproof watches will ...
Wearing Two Watches at Once

Wearing Two Watches at Once

Have you ever considered the daring choice of double-wristing or wearing two watches at once? It may seem unconventional, but ...
How Many Watches Should a Man Own?

How Many Watches Should a Man Own?

Every gentleman feels the need to wear something debonair on their wrist. That's why we are all on the quest ...
Do Watches Appreciate in value

Do Watches Appreciate in Value?

In the watch collecting journey, every guy has to go through different stages. At the start, watches are merely the ...