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Owner review: Patek Philippe 5296R

The Patek Philippe 5296R used to be my grail watch. I convinced myself all would be well once I owned (or rather, looked after) a Patek Philippe. The Orientals teach their young to be steadfast and self-reliant once reaching thirty years of age. What better means to symbolise responsibility and maturity other than a fine…
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28/10/2022
Owner review: Rolex Yacht Master 16622

The 1980s was a time of innovation at Rolex, with a refresh of everything in the Rolex catalog and putting a more modern and premium look to the entire line up. Gone are the days of Matte Painted dials, and hand-wound movements of the Daytona but in with the new Glossy dials, White Gold Indices…
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27/10/2022
Owner review: Hermes Slim d’Hermes GMT

Back in 2018 when the Hermes Slim d’Hermes GMT dropped, I was smitten. I loved the Philippe Apeloig designed font, the asymmetric layout, the contrasting pop of the sub-dial, and the multi-faceted stick hands. I’ll admit the biggest sticking point for me was that Hermes wasn’t recognized as a serious watch brand. While it’s arguable…
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25/10/2022
Owner review: Grand Seiko SBGE245

Before getting to my Grand Seiko SBGE245 review, a bit of the back story. After knocking the bezel of my mahoosive 17mm tall SBDB001 again, I decided it was time to consolidate a couple of my Seiko into a Grand Seiko to cover all bases. Great excuse right! The SBDB001 has a Spring Drive GMT…
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24/10/2022
Rob & The Regulator – Panerai Navy Seals GI Joe Action Man Special Forces Watch

Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of Rob & the Regulator, Artisian Watch Technician Alex and Ex Richard Mille employee Rob talk about the latest releases from the watch industry. Including the Panerai Navy Seals GI Joe Action Man Special Forces Watch. The fine quality alcohol consumed sensibly on…
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24/10/2022
Owner review: Grand Seiko SBGN011

Before I get to my review of the Grand Seiko SBGN011 it is important to know that at the time of writing, I’ve been in the watch game for 8 years. By now, it’s safe to say that I know a thing or two about going down the rabbit hole that is watch collecting. Throughout…
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22/10/2022
Owner review: Rolex Yacht-Master 116621

The Rolex Yacht-Master 116621 was the first Rolex on this ongoing journey of time, through time. The ups and downs, good and bad memories shared with the watch have made this bittersweet voyage of life most captivating. Whether you like it or not, donning a Rolex in the office will get you noticed. There is…
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21/10/2022
Owner review: Bulova Oceanographer ‘Devil Diver’

This July while on vacation, I took a day trip to Halifax, (Nova Scotia). I had barely left my home province of New Brunswick since Covid started, and a short trip was due. My province only has one good AD. Halifax is the closest city with multiple dealers. The purpose of my trip was two-fold;…
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20/10/2022
Owner review: Felipe Pikullik Sternenhimmel

A couple years ago, a friend pointed me to a young watchmaker out of Berlin Germany making custom open worked watches. Those designs, while beautiful, weren’t to my taste. Fast forward a little, and the Felipe Pikullik Sternenhimmel (translates as Starry Sky), captured my attention. I reached out to Felipe and he sent over a catalogue…
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19/10/2022
Owner review: Holthinrichs Raw Ornament

Michiel describes the Holthinrichs Raw Ornament as “Horology Brut”, inspired by architecture (Béton Brut or Raw Concrete). The concept is basically to showcase the raw materials, typically concrete, in their untreated or unfinished state. In the Ornament 1, the case is fully polished to a high finish. With the Raw Ornament series, only parts of…
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18/10/2022