There was a time that our mailbox was flooded with new watch projects via Kickstarter. Although there were some very nice projects among them, at some point we ... Read More...
There aren't many watches around that will make people talk so passionate about as the Speedmaster. That's a bit of a bold statement, but if you see someone wea... Read More...
During the summer period I find myself wearing watches with white or light dials more often than in other seasons. Some time ago I bought a 1998 Rolex Explorer ... Read More...
Today, Oris introduces a new variation on the Aquis collection. The Oris Aquis Small Second with date feature. Let us stress that the 'small' in the model name ... Read More...
On July 21st, at 2:56 UTC, Armstrong set foot on the Moon and spoke his famous words. Not much later, Buzz Aldrin followed him. On his wrist, the Omega Speedmas... Read More...
As an American, and one who considers himself reasonably worldly, I have to admit that I get lost when it comes to identifying countries on a map east of German... Read More...
When you have around 1000 Euro to spend on a watch, you can go Japanese with Seiko or Citizen, you can find your way in the numerous Kickstarter projects or mic... Read More...
The current Speedmaster Professional X-33 Skywalker distinguishes itself from its predecessors by two useful functions for space exploration: mission elapsed ti... Read More...
Most people who know me know that I'm not a huge 'modern day' IWC fan. This week two incidents made me have the IWC Mark XVIII Le Petit Prince as 52Mondayz watc... Read More...
In early 2016 Seiko re-launched their Seiko Turtle with a big wave. In a short time 4 variants splashed in: a black (SRP777), a gilt (SRP775), a blue (SRP773) a... Read More...
It is no secret we love affordable watches. Some times we look for them in the vintage market, like we showed you in this article, but we also keep an eye on ne... Read More...
This was just announced on the corporate website of the Richemont Group:
Richemont regrets to announce the resignation with immediate effect of Mr Georges Kern... Read More...
If you backed me into a corner and asked me about the subset of watches I own that I enjoy most, you’d receive a surprising answer. You’d likely guess something... Read More...
In front of us is the 11th Laureus IWC special edition in the famous blue color: the IWC Da Vinci Chronograph Edition 'Laureus Sport for Good Foundation'. Let's... Read More...
This year marks the 5th anniversary of Speedy Tuesday. Not only here on Fratello, but we are happy that Speedy Tuesday has become a community on its own, where ... Read More...
Holiday time has officially started, many people left to find out if the grass is greener indeed at the other side of the fence. Expecting many of you readers b... Read More...
Ever wondered why watch connoisseurs are praising Grand Seiko? Or perhaps you are already a Grand Seiko fan and want to learn more about this Japanese manufactu... Read More...
It is no secret that we like (Grand) Seiko here on Fratello. From the low cost mechanical watches till the Grand Seiko models with Spring Drive movement. It is ... Read More...
In June of 2017, I wrote an article about the Yemas that were up for sale at an upcoming Watches of Knightsbridge auction. I felt that the watches were nice, bu... Read More...
We introduce to you the Omega Seamaster Diver 300M "Commander's Watch" Limited Edition watch. James Bond has been a wearer of some handsome timepieces ever sinc... Read More...
Skolorr, to be pronounced as scholar, is a new on-line platform where you can buy timepieces from a number of artisan watchmakers and independent brands.
Indepe... Read More...
Quickly after the introduction of the new Moonwatch Only book (that we reviewed here), the authors showed us a little sneak preview of what was coming up. A mob... Read More...
From the team that brings you the Watchstars awards, is a new, high-format hardcover book that you should not miss. Here are five reasons why:
1. Selected Supe... Read More...
The waiting gets tough as reports from people having received their Omega Speedmaster Speedy Tuesday Limited Edition become more and more frequent.
Omega Spe... Read More...
Creux Automatiq is in a league of its own, the Aussie born Swiss brand that combines sports luxe with Swiss made quality is hard to beat at this price.
In l... Read More...
This Laco Erbstück pilot's watch is not a vintage watch, despite the image at the top of this article can easily make you think that. It is a watch that commemo... Read More...
During my early teens – we’re talking late 80’s into the 90’s – I can recall walking by Mayor’s jewelers in any one of the many South Florida malls and looking ... Read More...
IWC has a long history regarding pilot's watches. Their iconic Mark 11 dates back to 1948 and that's why IWC thought it is time to resurrect it in the current M... Read More...
The Oris Staghorn Restoration Limited Edition has been introduced as a special model in Oris' new Aquis line. Sales of this watch will support the Coral Restora... Read More...
Almost 20 years ago, Omega celebrated its 150th anniversary in 1998. For this occasion, they introduced a watch that was based on the Speedmaster'57 Replica fro... Read More...
