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Hamilton’s Military Chrono Revival Looks Even Better in Blue
There’s something almost sacred about keeping a mil-spec reissue as close to the original as possible. Matte black dial, no-nonsense layout, maybe a dash of faux patina if you’re feeling generous. So when I heard Hamilton gave their Khaki Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chrono a bright blue dial… I winced a little.
Christopher Ward’s Sleek New Twelve 660 Is Just 6.6mm Thin
Christopher Ward has unveiled the latest addition to its integrated sports watch lineup: the Twelve 660. Measuring just 6.6mm thick and 38mm in diameter, this new release takes the familiar Twelve silhouette and reimagines it …
This $239 Timex Feels Like a Time Machine to the ’70s
I’ve been pretty vocal about my feelings on gold-tone watches. In most cases, they either scream “pawn shop regret” or “retirement party cliché.” Listen to me… hilarious considering I’ve proclaimed my love of Rainbow Daytonas. But then Timex went and did something that made me stop mid-scroll: they dipped their Q Enigma in gold. And it actually kinda rules.
Vaer R1 Review: Everything You Want in a Racing Chronograph—For Under $500
There’s something oddly thrilling about stepping outside your collecting comfort zone. For me, that’s anything even remotely resembling a racing chronograph. I’ve always been a dive watch and pilot watch guy—function-first, tool-driven, maybe even a little utilitarian to a fault. So when the Vaer R1 Racing Chronograph showed up, it felt like walking into a vintage car meet with no idea what you’re looking at—intimidated but secretly excited. This isn’t a category I know well. But it’s one I’ve always been curious about. Chalk it up to Monaco envy or the subtle brainwashing that happens after years of watching vintage chronos show up in late-night eBay searches.
Timex Just Launched a $199 GMT—and It’s a Marlin
There was a time when the Timex Marlin was just a reissue—a charming, underdog revival that quietly brought mechanical watchmaking back to the brand’s catalog. That was 2017. Back when the watch community was just starting to forgive quartz (again), and the idea of a $200 mechanical dress watch that didn’t come from Seiko felt almost rebellious. Now, the Marlin’s not just back—it’s sprawling. Chronos, California dials, full calendars… it’s basically Timex’s retro playground. And finally, they’ve given it a GMT.
