Tag: Review

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
Owner review: Grand Seiko SBGX337

Grand Seiko SBGX337 Quartz Diver Or maybe the . . . “Blue Hammer Head Shark” This watch is greater than the sum of its parts. I’m a Grand Seiko veteran, so I’m used to the quality and finish, but this watch spends more time on the wrist than I ever thought it would. The Grand…
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17/10/2022
Owner review: Oris Diver 65 Cotton Candy

When the Oris Diver 65 Cotton Candy watches were announced I was immediately drawn to and curious about the pink version. I knew I wouldn’t have a chance to see one in the flesh for a long time though because I live quite far from any AD. During a GTG weekend in Lyon with some…
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16/10/2022
Owner review: Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A-010

Here’s a challenge I set for myself: Review the Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711/1A-010 without mentioning hype or desirability. I believe it is time to sit down, coffee in hand, and ponder on our journey for the past 4 years and counting. Patek’s move of turning away from a traditional dress watch design language may shout…
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15/10/2022
Owner review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15550ST

The 50th anniversary of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 15550ST will go down as one of the most accomplished years in AP history. All of the novelties and limited editions they launched further boasted their horological legacy in the watch industry. Of course, I had to get in on the festivities as well. I am…
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14/10/2022
Owner review: Seiko Prospex Alpinist SPB241

The Seiko Prospex Alpinist SPB241, might elicit some groans from the watch world – yet another reproduction based on the golden age of the 50’s and 60’s, yet another Seiko, yet another watch for outdoor adventures that won’t actually take place. Valid points, but I think Seiko did a pretty good job with this $750…
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13/10/2022
Owner review: Grand Seiko SBGR261

Rolex, AP and IWC are in my collection, yet the Grand Seiko SBGR261 is a watch that I spent a lot of my time starring at. This is my first Grand Seiko, and I believe there will be more to come as I’m already addicted to the craftsmanship and quality of Grand Seiko. I spent…
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11/10/2022
Owner review: Vero Crown Point

The Open Water series of watches from Vero immediately stand out with their distinct aesthetic that includes a matte black DLC-coated bezel, bead blasted case and matching bead blasted integrated bracelet. The Vero Crown Point comes with a dark blue matte dial. There are other colors and they are all named for specific landmarks in…
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10/10/2022
Owner review: Seiko Prospex Mini Tuna SUT403P1

The Seiko Prospex Mini Tuna SUT403P1 is part of the iconic and recognised watch case designs that feature the ‘tuna-can’ style. Introduced in 1975 to mainly combat the issue of helium gas penetrating the case, it has symbolised their dive watches ever since and has a cult following and a cult dislike. Whichever side of…
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09/10/2022