Why Do We Collect Watches?
Collecting luxury watches, in fact collecting anything, has very little to do with logic. Some people, for example, collect coins, which they can’t spend. Others collect stamps, which will never go on a letter. Still others accumulate classic cars, which lack the reliability, comfort and performance of modern ones that are a fraction of the […]
The Grail Watch Series: The Milgauss and the Tru-Beat
Despite their current standing as the most successful watchmakers of all time, Rolex in their formative years were no strangers to the sting of failure. The models offered in their lineup today are the cumulative result of generations making, learning, improving and perfecting—building on the elements that worked, discarding those that didn’t. The subjects of […]
A Newcomers Guide to Buying Your First Swiss Luxury Watch
For new watch enthusiasts, buying a first “real” quality Swiss luxury watch can be complicated. Similar to buying a car, there are numerous models and features and styles and sizes that are more confusing than meaningful. If you are thinking of taking the plunge, congratulations! You can use this guide to buy your first Swiss […]
The Ultimate Guide to Iconic Rolex Dress Watches
As a follow up to our Iconic Rolex Sports Watches feature, we’re now delving into iconic Rolex dress watches. From ultra-luxurious Day-Date President watches to simple everyday Oyster Perpetual timepieces, the assortment of Rolex dress watches is extremely varied and suits a range of tastes and budgets. Rolex Air-King While today’s 40mm Air-King is without […]