• Owner Review: Omega Dirty Dozen 1940s

    Owner Review: Omega Dirty Dozen 1940s

    As a history buff and lover of Omega, the 1940s ref W.W.W. (Watch, Wrist, Waterproof) is a grail watch for me. And when I found an original Omega Dirty Dozen with its luminous radium dial and hands, I knew I had to jump at the opportunity. The ref W.W.W is one of the famed “Dirty…

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  • Owner Review: Rolex Datejust 1603

    Owner Review: Rolex Datejust 1603

    I have been (and still am) a vintage 1960s Seiko enthusiast for twenty-something years. I also aspired to own a vintage Rolex since reading those National Geographic ads back in the glorious 60s and 70s. Last year I felt I was ready to move on to this stage, consolidated my vintage Seiko collection to a…

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  • Owner Review: Piaget Tiger Eye 9741

    Owner Review: Piaget Tiger Eye 9741

    Piaget is an interesting brand. They simply don’t get the credit they deserve. Not only are they movement makers, but they are also movement innovators. This Piaget Tiger Eye 9741 sports the famed 9P movement, the slimmest movement ever created at the time. Piaget has continued to push the boundaries when it comes to making…

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  • R&R – Saving The Breguet For Last

    R&R – Saving The Breguet For Last

    Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of Rob & The Regulator Alex and Rob talk about new watch releases from brands like Breguet, Grand Seiko, Omega and the Rob favorite Hermes. Plus we cover a few cool watches from smaller brands in the Milton Rum Independents Corner. The fine…

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  • Owner Review: Frederique Constant Slimline Perpetual Calendar

    Owner Review: Frederique Constant Slimline Perpetual Calendar

    Frederique Constant is a brand that offers serious value. A newer brand that has 15 in-house movements under their umbrella, impressive? Yes. I am no stranger to the brand, back in 2015 my first decent watch was a Frederique Constant. Since then I have added quite a few watches to my collection, then it came…

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  • 2.5 Watchmakers – The Wrath of Rob

    2.5 Watchmakers – The Wrath of Rob

    Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of the Two & A Half Watchmakers, Alex, Rob and Michael talk about new watch releases from brands like Oris, Grand Seiko, Longines and the perpetually dull Patek Philippe. Plus Rob calls Charith from the Popcorn podcast and then goes on a rant…

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  • Owner Review: Sinn 105 UTC – truly modern moderism

    Owner Review: Sinn 105 UTC – truly modern moderism

    Start with a Sinn 104 and strip away all the fluff; the polish, the gloss, the fancy hands and leave just a no-nonsense piece of industrial design intended to tell you the time in the easiest, brightest and lightest way and you’ve got the Sinn 105 UTC. This watch has (almost) nothing it doesn’t need…

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  • R&R – Daniel Wellington Mid Year Performance Review

    R&R – Daniel Wellington Mid Year Performance Review

    Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of the Rob & The Regulator Show, Alex and Rob talk about new watch releases from brands like Seiko, De Bethune and Bell & Ross. Then Alex gets some help from Rob to complete his mid year evaluation at Daniel Wellington. The fine…

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  • R&R – With Rick From Scottish Watches

    R&R – With Rick From Scottish Watches

    Welcome to the horology world’s ultimate watchmaking podcast network. On this episode of Rob & The Regulator we are joined by Rick who was one of the founders of the popular Scottish Watches podcast until he left in suspicious circumstances. The fine quality alcohol consumed sensibly on this podcast is provided by Milton Rum Distillery.…

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  • Owner Review: Rolex Explorer II 1655

    Owner Review: Rolex Explorer II 1655

    Feels a bit strange to review a watch from 1974. The Rolex Explorer II 1655 is one that I’ve had my eye on for ages. I love the look. I love that it is a ’70s Rolex steel sports watch that is not as common as many other models. I’m also a sucker for 24…

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