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Jack Mason’s Strat-o-Timer GMT Is Impossible to Ignore Now
I used to skip over Jack Mason without thinking much about it. Not because the designs were bad. If anything, the Strat-o-timer always looked pretty sharp. It had presence, strong specs, and a surprisingly loyal …
Christopher Ward Bel Canto Lumière Turns the Chime Into a Full-On Light Show
Yesterday I spent time writing about the C1 Jump Hour Mk V, and at the time it felt like the brand had reached a clear pinnacle. That piece brought back the JJ01 module with clean execution and self-assured design. It seemed like a confident way to continue Christopher Ward’s upward trend. With today’s announcement of the Christopher Ward Bel Canto Lumière, it’s clear they had more in reserve. They are relentless. Absolute Mad Lads.
Christopher Ward Can’t Keep Getting Away With This
Somehow, in a year where most brands are playing it safe or playing catch‑up, Christopher Ward is out here dropping mechanical mic drops like it’s routine. The C1 Jump Hour Mk V continues the brand’s 2025 hot streak and reinforces its status as one of the most relentlessly ambitious independents operating today.
The Affordable Field Watch We All Needed: Timex Expedition Field Post Solar Review
I’ve spent more time than I care to admit hunting for a classically sized field watch that actually holds up in real-world use. Not “field-inspired.” Not “modern reinterpretation.” Just a simple, compact watch that checks the three basic boxes: military styling, solid water resistance, and a screw-down crown. You’d think that would be easy to find. It’s not.
Casio Just Dropped the Coolest $70 Watch You’ll See This Year
Casio has quietly added a new analog-digital model to its Vintage lineup, the AQ-240E. Not a reissue or archival re-release, this is an all-new design that wears like a classic from decades past. Compact in …
