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Every year watch brands do the same thing over and over again and people freak out as if they’ve reinvented the wheel. I’m here to argue some popular watch features are overrated and aren’t worth the hyped. Here are my watch hot takes. Blue dials are overrated Credit: Teddy Baldassarre Every watch model has a blue dial variation which makes them overdone, unoriginal, and oversaturated in the market. When I see a watch release with a blue dial, I question where the innovation

D1 Milano is an Italian brand that has carved out a pretty specific niche for itself: accessible, fashion-forward watches with a distinctive visual language. The Polycarbon Sketch series is one of their most interesting expressions of their design-first philosophy. They have made a watch look like someone drew it. The black sketch marks on a matte white polycarbonate body make this effect pop. Specs Reference: D1-PCBJ34 Case size: 40.5mm Case thickness: 8.8mm Lug-to-lug: ~51m

If you’ve ever picked up a watch and had no idea what half the dials and pushers actually do, you’re not alone. Plenty of people own watches without fully understanding what’s on their wrist. Consider this your beginner’s guide to watch complications: a straightforward rundown of the most popular ones, what they do, and why they exist. By the end, you might just have a better idea of what you want on your next watch. Date Credit: Teddy Baldassarre A small window, usually at 3

A watch can cost $50 or $50,000. But what actually drives the price of a watch and more importantly, what makes one worth anything to you? Let’s break it down. There are three core pillars that determine what goes into the value of a watch: exclusivity, brand recognition, and craftsmanship. These aren’t equal, and they don’t always work together, but understanding each one can change how you look at a price tag. Exclusivity At its core, exclusivity creates value the same way

THE BEST is a series where I rank my top watches for a given category. Here are the best titanium watches. But first, what makes a titanium watch great? Titanium watches have been around since 1970, but as manufacturing has become easier and more cost-effective, they’ve been trending in recent years. The most common draw is the lightweight profile. Titanium is significantly lighter than steel, making it feel like you’re barely wearing a watch at all. Depending on the treatmen

Every year at Watches & Wonders, we get so dazzled by the big brand novelties that we sometimes miss the releases that flew under the radar. Here are my Watches & Wonders 2026 sleeper picks. These are the watches I think will be hailed as some of the best releases of the year. Tudor Royal Light Blue Dial Credit: @watch.tommy Tudor released an updated version of the Tudor Royal including a plethora of new dial options. The whole collection was refreshed with a new case shape w

Every year the biggest watch brands come together in Geneva, Switzerland to showcase their new innovations in timekeeping. While some brands shined, others fell short. Here are my winners and losers from this year's Watches & Wonders. WINNER: Rolex As always, the poster child for the watch world delivered some exceptional pieces. Last year we saw the Rolex novelties leak prior to the trade show, but this year Rolex didn't leave it up to chance, teasing their new releases in t

Credit: Longines Let’s talk about the absolute heater Longines just dropped. The new HydroConquest collection may be one of the best dive watches in recent years across the board: specs, design, comfort, and price. Longines has been on a run of great releases lately, and this one might be the best yet. The collection comes in two bracelet options, each with its own colorway lineup. On the H shape-link stainless bracelet, you get three ceramic bezel/dial combinations: black on

Omega has had a complicated few years. Some releases have felt more like catalog filler than genuine statement. So when they dropped nine new references of the revamped Constellation Observatory ahead of Watches & Wonders, my first reaction was skepticism. Having dug into it though, the story is more interesting than I expected, the engineering innovation introduced with this collection is worth the attention. Credit: Omega Credit: Omega The Constellation Observatory becomes

Credit: Seiko The Marinemaster is back, and Seiko has come out swinging. The HBF001 is loaded with everything you'd want in a serious dive watch. Credit: Seiko At the heart of it is the caliber 8L45, Seiko's most accurate movement to date, rated at -5/+10 seconds per day with a 72-hour power reserve. That's a meaningful upgrade, as this is the first non-limited-edition Seiko watch equipped with this movement. Pair that with a ceramic bezel, screw-down crown at 4 o'clock (clas

Christopher Ward started where most microbrands start sourcing movements, keeping costs down, and hoping the watch community would take notice. Over the years they've built an in-house movement program, a loyal following, and a reputation for punching well above their price point. Their latest release, the C63 True GMT, with its brand new in-house CW-002 calibre, is very exciting look into the future of Christopher Ward. Credit: Christopher Ward What works well The main story

Seiko released the SRPK29 in May of 2023 as the mid-size option in the modern SKX line. The 38mm case was a deliberate nod to the original SKX013 — a watch that had built a following before Seiko quietly discontinued the entire SKX family in 2019. For a few years, fans of the smaller SKX were left without a clear successor, as the modern Seiko 5 Sports replacements came in at 42.5mm. The SRPK29 filled that gap, and it was well received for exactly that reason. not only for it

In the crowded field of under-$1,000 watches, there are plenty of contenders fighting for a top spot — but few that are truly hard to forget. The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 is one of them, and for good reason. The gold PVD 40mm makes a statement the moment it's on the wrist, with its warm coating, angular case design, and seamlessly integrated bracelet. The first thing that stands out about this watch is the dial. The checkered pattern is a classic tactile decoration that has b

Flipping watches was my gateway into the hobby on a deeper level — and honestly, it’s the origin story for both my watch collecting journey and this blog. If I hadn’t failed as a watch reseller, I never would have considered starting this. The idea crept up on me gradually as I scrolled through Instagram watching influencers show off the money they were making flipping watches. I thought I could easily do the same in my spare time. My ultimate goal was to buy a Rolex with the

THE BEST is a new series of watch blogs where I rank my top 5 watches for a specific category with 1 honorable mention. Today we are talking about the 5 best green watches. Honorable mention: Studio Underd0g Mint Ch0c Chip Credit: Scottish Watches The Studio Underd0g Mint Ch0c Chip earns the honorable mention spot for its playful yet thoughtful design. This isn’t just a novelty piece — it’s a well-executed watch with deliberate details throughout. The sandblasted mint dial fe

The Tudor Black Bay 58 is the watch that propelled Tudor into the modern era of watchmaking. When Tudor introduced the blue dial variant in 2020, they tapped into the market's appetite for what has become the most sought-after colorway. This is a compelling dive watch for anyone seeking vintage aesthetics paired with modern manufacture movement technology. Whether it's your first mechanical watch or your first significant watch investment, the Black Bay 58 makes an excellent

Watches and Wonders is the Super Bowl of the watch industry—the moment when the biggest brands unveil their novelties for the year. Powerhouses like Rolex, Tudor, Cartier, IWC, and many more compete to steal the show. Today, I’ll be sharing my predictions for what we might see at this year’s fair from some of my favorite brands. Rolex Rolex had a significant year in 2025 with the release of the Land-Dweller, so they might take a more subdued approach this year. I don’t expect

Echo/Neutra built their reputation on tool watches that delivered serious specs without the luxury markup. Dive watches, field watches, chronographs—their catalog was all business, focused on legibility, durability, and function-first design. They became a brand for enthusiasts who wanted capable timepieces that could take a beating without breaking the bank. But here’s the thing about a brand that understands watchmaking fundamentals—they can apply those principles anywhere.

A watch is more than just a timepiece on your wedding day—it’s the finishing touch that completes your look. Deciding what to wear can be tough and you want to make sure you make the right choice, so today we’ll be going over what makes a good wedding watch and my top picks at different price points. The right choice should strike a delicate balance: classic beauty that makes a statement, versatile enough to wear long after the honeymoon, and meaningful enough that every glan

The Omega Speedmaster has been in production since 1957, originally designed as a racing chronograph for motorsports. Its defining moment came in 1965 when NASA selected it as the official watch for all manned space missions after passing a rigorous set of tests including temperature swings, vacuum, humidity, shock, and vibration. The Speedmaster got its “Moonwatch” name when Buzz Aldrin wore one during the moon landing marking it the first watch wore on the moon. The Moonwat