Blog posts from Matthew Becker
Quartz vs mechanical watches: form follows function
One of the most asked questions about mainstream watches is whether to go with a quartz watch or a mechanical watch. By and large, both mechanical and quartz watches with analog hands looks the same and at face value, function the same. Digital quartz watches without the tell-tale minute, hour and second hand is an […]
The Archetypical Rolex
When it comes to naming the archetypical Rolex, there are a few models that come to mind. For many who look for watches out in public, sometimes known as “watchspotting,” the typical Rolex stands out. Because Rolex’s model progression is evolutionary rather than revolutionary, it is easy to discern that classic solid Oyster case profile […]
Rolex Watches Released in 2013
2013 brought six new or updated watches from Rolex. For many, 2013 was a refinement year for Rolex by adding variations to existing Rolex models. 2013 was not like 2012 where the SkyDweller, an entirely new watch and movement came to reality, or 2008 when the DeepSea was the go to new Rolex watch. The […]
Scratches in your Rolex: scratches or battle scars
Scratches in a well worn Rolex Sea Dweller For anyone who just invested in a nice watch, there is always the fear of getting scratches. No matter the type of metal –gold, stainless or platinum, to the type of watch, there is always the fear of getting scratches on it. Other valuable items such as […]