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Who’s in a Name? Review: William L 1985 New Chronograph “Panda”

When one starts a new business or brand, the founder faces an important question: what name should the company carry? A good name could make all the difference to the modern customer who unlike before, is now stared down by a multitude of brands when faced with the simple task of selecting a timepiece. Sometimes, too much choice is a bad thing. Some brands opt … Continue reading Who’s in a Name? Review: William L 1985 New Chronograph “Panda”

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Is This The Super Budget Alternative to the 1963 Seagull? Review: SKMEI 9206 Chronograph

For those not familiar, the Seagull 1963 is a reissue of the first watch made specially for the Air Force of the People’s Liberation Army in China. With a beautiful vintage styling, it’s a great looking mechanical chronograph that’s built up quite a following; I don’t own one myself yet, but I don’t deny that it isn’t on the radar. As far as mechanical chronographs … Continue reading Is This The Super Budget Alternative to the 1963 Seagull? Review: SKMEI 9206 Chronograph

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A Chronograph on a Journey – Review: Aries Gold Journey 1025

In the blink of an eye, we’ve somehow reached October and the end of the year looms near. Strangely however, it feels like an entire passage of time has just magically vanished. Under more normal times, I’m sure I would have seen multiple Instagram stories of friends holidaying in far off, exotic locations, as colleagues scramble to clear their annual vacation leave. These however, are … Continue reading A Chronograph on a Journey – Review: Aries Gold Journey 1025

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Review: Keeping it Simple with the Casio MTP V006D-7B

They say that the key to a successful presentation, is in keeping things simple; the same can be said for watches. Trends come and go, but certain design styles have remained timeless in the face of relentless change. This Casio in particular, embodies that spirit of “simple and classic” done right; a clean white dial with roman numerals and a day/date window. Nothing more, nothing … Continue reading Review: Keeping it Simple with the Casio MTP V006D-7B

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The Perfect Price:Value Ratio? Review: Ratio Free Diver Professional 500m Sapphire Automatic

When I first started looking into watches, I knew I wanted a dive watch in my collection, which is rather ironic. I’m not much of an adrenaline junkie, but I try to make it a point to experience everything at least once in my life; thus far I’ve managed to clear water sports and skiing off the list amongst other activities. The idea of diving … Continue reading The Perfect Price:Value Ratio? Review: Ratio Free Diver Professional 500m Sapphire Automatic

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Review: Casio “Super Illuminator” MTD-1079

When it comes to watches, Casio is a brand Singaporeans are all familiar with. In fact for most of us, our first proper watch would have been a Casio; and for good reason. They were cheap and durable – difficult for a child to destroy, and easily replaceable if it got lost. I still remember my primary school days, when kids would show off their … Continue reading Review: Casio “Super Illuminator” MTD-1079

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Review: “Sir Red” – Swatch GB753

In watchmaking, Swiss made watches have traditionally been viewed as superior, and rightfully so. Swiss brands have the longstanding heritage and expertise to produce masterpieces of fine engineering, elevating horology to the levels of an entirely different art form. The words “Swiss Made” alone are often enough to command higher prices. What then can you do if you wanted a piece of Swiss horology, without … Continue reading Review: “Sir Red” – Swatch GB753

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Review: “Casio Royale” – Casio AE1200

I’m going to start off by being honest: I haven’t actually watched a Bond film before. *gasp the horror* I know, I know, it’s 2020, you get movies literally with the click of a mouse. I’ll get round to fixing that soon. That being said, the James Bond franchise has become such a cultural presence, that even if you were to live under a rock, … Continue reading Review: “Casio Royale” – Casio AE1200

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