In an episode which we will call “The Rainbow Connection”, we take a look at watches which incorporate multicolours in the design. The rainbow is a fascination. In a way, it is a kind of vapour ware, an optical phenomena that occurs under certain meteorological conditions. It is caused by refraction, internal reflection and dispersion [...]

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In this collector’s feature, I invited my childhood and family friend Ryan Ong to share on his watches and thoughts on watch collecting. It is certainly impressive for a young gentleman like him to collect watches that are in precious metals.  The collector’s view: A young collector talks about love Meet Ryan Ong, a watch [...]

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We just spotted on an instagram post by professional cyclist Wout van Aert and his wife Sarah Sarah de Bie announcing the birth of his second son – Jerome. On his wrist – a Rolex Datytona. Wout, a Belgian is a top level professional cyclist riding for the UCI World Tour team of Jumbo Wisma, [...]

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Last week, we did our inaugural “Deployant Reacts” series, featuring the marvellous Teddy Baldassarre and the sharp-looking Kirby Allison. The previous article was rather well-received, and so, we thought we would like to react to another interesting timepiece-related video that we watched earlier this week. The Video: 5 Watches I Love but Would NEVER BUY [...]

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So, the buzzword in the recent months has certainly been Artificial Intelligence (or AI, for short), with the introduction of the incredible ChatGPT. The perfect 6 watch collection – picked by ChatGPT We thought we might want to have some fun with this newfangled technology. Hence, we logged onto ChatGPT and decided to ask the [...]

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We all do need a little bit of colour in our lives. For watch enthusiasts, there is no better way to do so with a colourful and vibrant timepiece on the wrist. In this week’s article, we are going to introduce six sprightly watches – across different price points – that you may consider adding [...]

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Our contributor, Kunal makes his top 3 picks from the watches revealed during last week’s Watches & Wonders. Armchair Picks: Kunal Khemka’s 3 of the best from Watches & Wonders 2023 Watches & Wonders (W&W) 2023, just held in Geneva, Switzerland, during 27 March to 2 April, once again saw many of the global luxury [...]

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In this year’s Watches and Wonders 2023, Rolex has introduced its new line-up – with highlights from the all-new Perpetual 1908 collection, as well as interesting updates and variants to the Daytona, Yacht-Master, Oyster Perpetual, and Day-Date series. Mark our words, you are looking at the beginning of a new era for Rolex. Press Release [...]

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OK, we are generalising and being provocative. But some watches are just too loud and attention grabbing for the average watch collector. Here we take a fantasy tour, and suggest six over the top watches for the likes of rappers, footballers and gangsters. Six over the top watches best for the sophisticated We have run [...]

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There are always two schools of thought on gold watches. On one hand, they are the epitome of opulence and style; on the other hand, it is simply excess and the price premium could have been used to buy watches with more horological value or significance. Regardless, there is just something about watches that are [...]

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This mid-week, we have a touching story from one of our readers who gifted a Rolex GMT-Master II to his father. Steven Rochlin is a long time friend of the Chief Editor, and founder and creative director of the popular website Enjoy the Music. Text and photographs from Steven Rochlin. Destro Dad Gifted A Very [...]

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Let’s face it. You are not going to be able to walk into a Rolex boutique, and walk out with any variant of the super-hyped GMT-Master II. Not likely anyway. To get one at full retail from an authorised dealer, you would have had to spend time, and money with other purchases, to build a [...]

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Rolex is perhaps one of the brands that most collectors are keeping tabs on, during this time of the year. Naturally, as a leader in the horological world, everyone wants to know what the figurehead has on its sleeves. Now that we have digested the information a little, we will be giving some quick commentary [...]

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It is the start of a brand new year! For many, the start of a brand new year also includes building a list of resolutions for one to work towards during the year. In the mind of a watch collector, watches definitely play an important role in our lives. The reason why we work so [...]

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Billions is a long running series on Showtime, featuring the battle between hedge fund manager Bobby Axelrod and Chuck Rhoades, who represents the US Attorney. Billions, in a Nutshell As the name suggests, the show is a battle of money and power. We have previously covered an article on the watches that Bobby Axelrod – [...]

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There is just something about gold watches. Regardless of what people say, there is always an allure with these striking watches that sets them apart from the rest. Gold watches do not always have to be loud. With the likes of pink/rose gold and white gold, these watches can be rather subtle and mellow as [...]

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August 9, 1965. When Singapore became a nation. This year, we celebrate 56 years tomorrow. And here are our suggestions of 6 watches to enjoy the holiday. From our review archives and one new release. Suggestions for watches to wear on Singapore National Day! Yes, its a big thing. Those who do not live in [...]

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The last time we featured the Tool Watch on Throwback Sunday was way back in 2015 and 2016. So we thought it might be a good idea to refresh the list with watches introduced since. And here it is – our pick of 6 of the best Tool Watches since then. Soapbox commentary The tool [...]

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In the last couple of decades, we have seen an increasing trend of large watches. Somehow, large watches seem to be more popular, with wrist presencing being an increasingly important factor for collectors who are looking for their next acquisition. This trend has certainly changed the way watch manufacturers design their watches. Gone are the [...]

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Rolex Submariner Ref. 126619LB The Rolex Submariner is a watch that needs no introduction. Today, it is not only the most well-known diver wristwatch, but arguably also the most recognisable sports watch in the world. We’d even be willing to go as far as saying that it is the face of modern day luxury watches. [...]

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