This U-Boat U-65 TEK SS is a really fun watch. It looks cool on the wrist, is visually playful, and is extremely eye-catching. How can it not be when the expansive, domed crystal is filled with mineral oil and appears to have a colorful PCB circuit board on the face? The creative concept of the […]

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On this week’s episode of aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, Ariel, and David ask a simple question with a surprisingly complicated answer: Can luxury electronic watches really make a comeback? Using the new Accutron Spaceview 314 as the jumping-off point, they debate whether tuning fork technology, premium battery-powered movements, and electronic innovation deserve a place alongside today’s […]

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Since launching in 2022, ProTek has primarily catered to law enforcement and first responders. As the brand continues to grow, though, the scope of ProTek has been increasingly expanding to include the sports and outdoor-adventure worlds. Regardless of whether you are being deployed on a mission or simply going on a hike, certain qualities like […]

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How do independent watch brands compete in a market dominated by luxury giants? On this episode of SUPERLATIVE, aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams is joined by Lior Arussy, founder and managing partner of Fund Time, to explore what it really takes to build a successful watch brand today. From investing in independent watchmakers to reshaping how […]

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aBlogtoWatch sat down with Mitchell Wein, President of Marathon Watch Co., and went through the archives to examine some of the company’s historic watches and devices. Wein reminisced about six historic Marathon products and defining moments from the brand’s accomplished history. He is the third-generation President of the Canada-based professional watchmaker, whose products are made […]

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Earlier in the summer of 2026, Milan-based UNIMATIC debuted a capsule collection of six watches. All of these are dedicated to a favorite summertime activity: spending time in or near a swimming pool. The six watches include three water-themed dial colors and two case styles: the smaller UNIMATIC UT5 and the slightly larger (with rotating […]

The post Hands-On: Limited-Edition UNIMATIC Modello Uno UT1-IPN Tool Watch Celebrates Swimming Pool Summers appeared first on aBlogtoWatch.

The weirdness of this watch made me want to review it, and weird it most certainly is. This is the reference CM023-011 CronusArt Spring Daydream mechanical tourbillon watch. It currently comes in this yellow “Daytime Enchantment” version, as well as a brown, chocolate-like “Midnight Intoxication” style. The underlying mechanics of this newer Chinese brand come […]

The post Erotic Donut Tourbillon: CronusArt Spring Daydream Central Tourbillon Limited-Edition Watch Review appeared first on aBlogtoWatch.

The Barrelhand Monolith is a wristwatch explicitly created to be useful for astronauts in space. It is the second major watch from Barrelhand, and it’s thematically and visually entirely different from the brand’s first watch, the Barrelhand Project 1 (aBlogtoWatch hands-on in 2020). To best understand the origin of Barrelhand and the story of its […]

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On this week’s episode of aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Rick, Ariel, Ripley, and David dive into one of the watch industry’s most discussed controversies as Swatch’s MoonSwatch 1984 application process leaves enthusiasts questioning whether the experience was worth the effort. The crew also discusses the dramatically more expensive Ulysse Nardin Freak X, whether the updates justify its […]

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Long before purpose-built dive and aviation watches became commonplace, expedition watches served as dependable all-around instruments for explorers traveling through unfamiliar environments. That versatility continues to appeal today, combining legibility, durability, and practicality in a single everyday watch. Luminox brings its own interpretation of that concept with a timepiece inspired by classic expedition watches while […]

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Earlier this year in 2026, Marathon introduced a new generation of its Navigator pilot’s watch. While the model visually adheres to the same core design that was originally developed in partnership with Kelly Air Force Base back in 1986, the latest generation of the Navigator represents a significant refinement compared to its direct predecessor. The […]

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This is the first, but probably not the last, time I will be talking about a tuning fork movement in a watch that Accutron calls the Spaceview 314. I have been waiting nearly two decades for electronic wristwatches of this type to become more popular (let alone available) on the enthusiast watch market. I don’t […]

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EDITOR’S NOTE: We’re changing up the formula for our monthly giveaways here at aBlogtoWatch to allow for a wider pool of potential winners. Starting this month, in order to enter and win in our giveaways, you’ll need to fill out and submit the entry form at the bottom of this giveaway post, as well as […]

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For many watch enthusiasts, the excitement lies in discovering the next addition to the collection. New releases, vintage finds, limited editions, and independent brands all compete for attention. But over time, even the most thoughtfully curated collection begins to tell another story: the watches that stopped running or developed another problem that made them unwearable. […]

The post Your Watches Deserve A Second Look: A Practical Guide To Getting Your Watches Serviced And Back On The Wrist appeared first on aBlogtoWatch.

Joining the Glashütte Original lineup for summer 2026 is a pair of limited-edition dive watches with vibrant turquoise dials inspired by the North Atlantic Ocean. The Glashütte Original SeaQ “Northern Tide” is based on the design of the classic SeaQ diver, while the Glashütte Original SeaQ Panorama Date “Northern Tide” is the larger and more capable […]

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Long by-standing Marinemaster customers-to-be might be facing the strongest temptation yet to begin reaching for their wallet. While still mighty expensive — not just for a Seiko, but full stop — at $3,600 for the black (HBF001J1) and $3,900 for the blue (HBF002J1), Seiko might have finally brought out the Marinemaster’s full potential. At long […]

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New day, same great conversations. Catch new episodes of SUPERLATIVE every Wednesday! On this episode of Superlative, aBlogtoWatch founder Ariel Adams is joined by Riccardo Dana, founder and CEO of SWOP, to discuss how technology and AI are transforming the watch collecting experience. Riccardo explains the challenges collectors and dealers face when buying, selling, and […]

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The absolute best things available from the German wristwatch industry are its relatively affordable military-style sport timepieces. A few German companies offer these at various price points, but Laco is one of my perennial favorites when it comes to blending style, functionality, and value. While not as popular as some of its vintage-style flieger (aviator) […]

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Lots of watches borrow the visual language of professional dive instruments. Far fewer deliver the practical specifications that make the category so enduring: a robust automatic movement, strong low-light legibility, a secure screw-down crown, and enough water resistance to move confidently from daily wear to reliable aquatic use. The new Quantum Barracuda BAR1208B brings those […]

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The Mauron Musy brand of circa 2026 is not the same as when I last spent time reviewing products from the Swiss company about five years ago. The company today is more developed, produces more in house, and has a U.S.-based investor who is intent on building up the desirability and reputation of the brand […]

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We here at aBlogtoWatch are glad to announce Trevor H. of Floral Park, USA as the winner of our Camp Fieldtimer Manual Wind watch giveaway. Featuring a classic BMW-inspired colorway and funky geometric numerals, it’s a laid-back everyday design with a subtle layer of automotive passion. Your continuing participation in our community is truly appreciated. […]

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For centuries, mechanical watches have measured time in essentially the same way. Whether dressed as a classic three-hander, a skeletonized showpiece, or a modern sports watch, nearly all rely on hands traveling predictable circular paths across the dial. Independent watchmaker MANDETBROTE believes there is another possibility. With the new MANDETBROTE Secret Orbital II, the brand […]

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Like many affordable watch brands these days, American Fossil has been leaning heavily into collaboration timepieces that celebrate themes and characters from pop culture. Fossil has been doing this for decades, but circa 2026, the “collab watch” is having a renaissance across all styles and price levels. One of Fossil’s 2026 releases is a pair […]

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The new Submersible Navy SEALs PAM01738 and flagship Submersible Navy SEALs Afniotech™ Experience Edition PAM01089 showcase two distinct expressions of Panerai’s military-inspired tool watch philosophy. Panerai’s relationship with military diving is more than a source of inspiration — it’s the foundation on which the brand was built. Long before “tool watch” became part of the […]

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Much of how we understand wristwatches is a function of the many ways in which the industry and collectors categorize types of watches. There are various types of activity sport watches, watches with various complications and specific utility features, watches for various fashion purposes and occasions, and watches with distinct shapes or forms that fit […]

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The core spirit of Swatch has always been rooted in playful designs and a firmly accessible price point, although hype-fueled collaborations have completely eclipsed the Swiss brand’s own catalog in recent years. It feels like quite a long time since a non-co-branded model has garnered any measurable amount of attention from the enthusiast community. Originally […]

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When it comes to sheer function-first utility, few traditional timepiece categories can match pilot’s watches. Designed for the mission-critical environment of an aircraft cockpit, these watches are certainly ultra-legible, but the genre tends to create designs that are a bit, well, stark. Even brands that focus on more traditional pilot designs such as German marque […]

The post Hands-On: The Hanhart 417 ES Moby Dick Is A Warmer, More Refined Pilot’s Watch appeared first on aBlogtoWatch.

aBlogtoWatch Weekly is back on the main aBlogtoWatch YouTube channel with new releases every Friday! This week on aBlogtoWatch Weekly, Ariel, Rick, and Ripley kick things off with another discussion about the newly announced N3W5 brand, debating its unusual name, marketing strategy, and whether the industry is getting a little too excited about products that […]

The post aBlogtoWatch Weekly Podcast #231: The MoonSwatch Loyalty Test, Quartz Redemption, And One Very Expensive Twin Beat appeared first on aBlogtoWatch.

I’m sorry, but if you are looking for a full introduction to the Ulysse Nardin Freak, you’ll have to read some of our other articles. It’s been around for so long and is so genuinely iconic, I just can’t summarize it one more time. The Freak X is a different subject: It debuted in 2019 […]

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New day, same great conversations. Catch new episodes of SUPERLATIVE every Wednesday! In this episode of SUPERLATIVE, aBlogtoWatch founder and our host, Ariel Adams, sits down with Mike Margolis, President of Czapek Americas, to explore what it takes to build an independent watch brand in today’s competitive market. Drawing on decades of experience across luxury […]

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