A beginner watch enthusiast may describe watch jewels as the diamonds encrusted on a Rolex… We’ve all started our watch-collecting journey somewhere. However, while precious gems have their place in watch décor, jewels play a much larger role in a timepiece than purely aesthetics. So, what exactly do we mean when we mention watch jewels … Read more
Seiko is one of the most popular watch brands in the world, and for a good reason. They offer some of the best value-for-money watches at just about every price point. The affordable, entry-level Seiko 5 punches way above its weight, while the luxury-level Grand Seiko is just as good (or even better!) than similarly … Read more
Did you come across a chronometer watch? You might be wondering how it’s different from a regular wristwatch. A chronometer watch is required to meet specific accuracy requirements in various tests. For a mechanical watch to a chronometer, it must measure a daily average accuracy within -4 to +6 seconds per day during testing. Quartz … Read more
Changing a watch band can breathe new life into an old favorite, but can be trickier than it seems. You must be careful when changing the band to avoid damaging your precious watch, or even worse – spring bars flying everywhere. In this article, we’re going to provide step-by-step instructions on how to remove an … Read more
As you look to expand your watch collection, you may be asking, “Are Tissot watches good?” Tissot watches are indeed very good. A Swiss brand boasting unique innovations in both designs and build quality for an affordable price. With a variety of styles, movement types, and price ranges, Tissot watches are great for beginner and … Read more
While shopping for a watch, you may notice some on sale at significant discounts. On one hand, you may feel tempted to snag these great deals. On the other, you might wonder if there is a catch and if these watches are even legit. Reputable grey market watch dealers are legitimate and sell real watches … Read more
So you’ve come across the online marketplace Wish.com and are wondering if their seemingly too-cheap prices are, in fact, too good to be true. Wish is a legitimate online marketplace, like Amazon, where third-party sellers can list items for sale online. While Wish has plenty of verified sellers who sell authentic products such as watches, … Read more
The Seiko 4R36, released in 2011, is an upgrade from the brand’s older automatic movements, such as the popular 7S26. The 4R36 is used in many modern Seiko watches, including the new Seiko 5 Sports lineup. The 4R36 movement has an accuracy of -35 to +45 seconds per day, 21,600 vibrations per hour, 24 jewels, … Read more
