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This Affordable Watch Brand Just Released Its First Meteorite Dial
Kurono Tokyo has opened 2026 with its first-ever meteorite dial watch, a noteworthy development for a brand that has largely stayed within lacquer, metal, and traditional dial materials. It is also a first for founder Hajime Asaoka, who has spoken openly about wanting to work with meteorite for years but struggled to find an approach that made sense within Kurono’s constraints.
Seiko Celebrates 145 Years Across King Seiko, Presage, and Prospex
To mark its 145th anniversary, Seiko has introduced a quartet of commemorative watches spanning time only dress pieces through to high technology chronographs. Each model features gold toned details that serve as the visual link across an otherwise diverse lineup.
Aquastar Benthos Professional Review: The Version I’d Wear Every Day
It’s been a while since I’ve had a watch come across my desk that traces back to the family of brands currently stewarded by Rick Marei. Over the years, his name has intersected with my own collecting path in a few meaningful ways. From his earlier involvement with Doxa during a very specific chapter of that brand’s history, to the revival of Synchron, his work tends to show up consistently in the parts of the watch world I pay the closest attention to. These are brands that appeal to collectors who value restraint, purpose, and a clear understanding of why certain watches mattered in the first place.
Citizen’s New $600 Chronograph Is Solar and Sporty
Citizen has expanded its sport-watch lineup with the introduction of the Endeavor Chrono, a new solar-powered chronograph positioned around durability, legibility, and low-maintenance ownership. Built around a 43mm stainless steel case and powered by the brand’s Eco-Drive technology, the model draws on nautical timing cues while staying firmly within Citizen’s established tool-watch framework.
The Bernhardt Cipher Diver Brings a Hidden Cipher to an Affordable Tool Watch
Bernhardt Watch Company has announced the Cipher Diver, a new limited edition release created to coincide with the United States entering its 250th year of independence. Founded in North Carolina, Bernhardt Watch Company has built a long-standing reputation within the enthusiast community for producing mechanically straightforward, affordably priced watches with a focus on usability and accessibility.
