Market Watch(ing): Halloween Edition
Market Watch(ing) is here again, and we’ve got the perfect Halloween picks for you to check out.
Latest Posts
Market Watch(ing): Wikileaks Edition
While Wikileaks is dropping hot fire on Twitter, we’re dropping some fire of our own. Check out this week’s Market Watch(ing)!
In The Flesh: Bremont Regatta Oracle Team USA
The limited edition Bremont Oracle Team USA is a shining example of the manufacture’s quality and style. We got our hands on the watch and give you the full review.
In The Flesh: NOMOS Tetra Neomatik
We got our hands in the new NOMOS Tetra Neomatik and give it our full review.
Lessons in Wristory
Lessons In Wristory: Rolex Promotional Brochures
We’re taking a deep dive into 1950s and 1960s Rolex promotional brochures today. Let’s find out what Don Draper cooked up for the masses.
Lessons in Wristory: Traversing the Sahara with a Rolex
Using his Rolex GMT Master as a compass, Tom Sheppard led the first west-to-east expedition of the Sahara. Modern technology is so overrated.
Lessons in Wristory: What’s a Record?
In our latest post where we dig up the ghosts of watchmaking’s past, we’re talking about Record Watch Company. Read up on their short but rich history.
Technical Notes
Market Watch(ing): And Then There Were Two
At Wound For Life, the past couple weeks have been a little hectic. That’s why we unfortunately didn’t get to publish our weekly instalment of…
Rattrapante Chronograph Breakdown
After breaking down cam-actuated and column wheel chronographs, Isaac Wingold tells us about the rattrapante chronograph.
Technical Notes: Silicon Hairsprings
Silicon hairsprings are one of the hot technologies in the mechanical watch market. Let’s dive a little deeper to find out why.
In the Flesh
In The Flesh: Bremont Regatta Oracle Team USA
The limited edition Bremont Oracle Team USA is a shining example of the manufacture’s quality and style. We got our hands on the watch and give you the full review.
In The Flesh: NOMOS Tetra Neomatik
We got our hands in the new NOMOS Tetra Neomatik and give it our full review.
In the Flesh: IWC’s 2016 Pilot’s Watch Collection
Last night, I had the chance to take a look at the latest collection of pilot’s watches from IWC, which were first unveiled at…
Opinion
Opinion: Patek Philippe Nautilus 40th Anniversary
If there’s anything that can get Dean riled up enough to write an opinion piece, it’s a controversial watch from Patek. Luckily, there’s two of them to write about. Read up on his thoughts of the new Patek Philippe Nautilus Anniversary watches.
Roundtable: Vintage Watches and Scams
With the latest news about a watch dealer being sued, we’re talking vintage watches and scams.
Where Did the Affordable Manual Wind Chronograph Go?
Ever wonder what happened to the manual wind chronograph? The options are limited, and something needs to be done about that.
First Impression
The Perfect Panerai?
Panerai totally shocked us with their PAM676, a svelte 42mm Luminor with a killer dial with classic Panerai looks.
More Favorites from Baselworld 2016
Capping off our trip to Baselworld 2016, we’ve got some more favorites for you. Tourbillons, divers, and ladies’ watches, oh my!
Sinn Baselworld 2016 Favorites
After sneaking a peak on day one, today we had the chance to go hands-on with Sinn’s new releases. Check out our Sinn Baselworld 2016 Favorites.
Hall of Fame
Hall of Fame: Longines Caliber 13ZN
The latest addition to the Wound For Life Hall of Fame is the Longines 13ZN, one truly incredible example of horological, in-house excellence.
Hall of Fame: Patek Philippe Calatrava 96 & 5196
We stray from tool watches on occasion, and our introduction of the Patek Philippe Calatrava 56/5196 is one of them.
Hall of Fame: Heuer Bundeswehr Flyback Chronograph
There are military watches, and then there are military watches. The Heuer Bundeswehr Flyback Chronograph is the latter. Rolex Milsub, Omega SM300, they’re great…
Face Off
Face Off: Seiko Turtles
Today we take a look at new versus old; the new Seiko Turtle versus the original. Spoiler alert: they’re both awesome.
Face Off: Daily Beaters
There’s something that can be said for a watch that can be grabbed off of the nightstand without a second thought, no matter what the day’s plans are. Check out Isaac’s three favorite daily beaters.
Face Off: Center Minute Chronographs
You like center minute chronographs? So do we! That’s why we’re taking a look at three of our favorites available on the market today.
Under the Loupe
Under The Loupe: Tudor Submariner Marine Nationale
Let’s take an in-depth look at one of the most sought after military issued watches: The Tudor Submariner Marine Nationale.
Under the Loupe: Omega Railmaster CK2914
Today we go Under the Loupe with the original Omega Railmaster CK2914, the lesser-appreciated member of Omega’s Holy Trinity of tool watches.
Under The Loupe: Rolex Submariner Gilt Dial 5513
Today, we’re rewinding to our first article of the Under the Loupe series where Isaac takes a deep dive with the gilt dial variants Rolex Submariner reference 5513.