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Thomas Van Straaten

Thomas Van Straaten

Thomas joined Fratello in 2022, after having worked for many years at a well-known vintage watches dealer in Amsterdam. Thomas is also the author of the book "The vintage Rolex Datejust buyer's & collector's guide".
Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches Released In 2022 — Thomas’s Picks From Seiko, Kurono Tokyo, Omega, And More
Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches Released In 2022 — Thomas’s Picks From Seiko, Kurono Tokyo, Omega, And More
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Strap Width: An Oft-Forgotten Spec That Makes A World Of Difference
Strap Width: An Oft-Forgotten Spec That Makes A World Of Difference
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Buyer’s Guide: The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16570 — Making Sense Of The Different Versions
Buyer’s Guide: The Rolex Explorer II Ref. 16570 — Making Sense Of The Different Versions
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Hands-On: The New Super-Squale — A Capable Dive Watch In A Charming, Old-School Skin Diver Style
Hands-On: The New Super-Squale — A Capable Dive Watch In A Charming, Old-School Skin Diver Style
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New Release: Baltic Introduces The Tricompax In Panda And Reverse Panda Colorways
New Release: Baltic Introduces The Tricompax In Panda And Reverse Panda Colorways
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Pre-owned Rolex Submariner 5513
Pre-Owned Spotlight: Four Of Thomas’s Vintage Favorites From Rolex, Patek, Longines, And Heuer
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Hamilton Murph 38mm
Hamilton Releases A 38mm Version Of The Beloved “Murph” Watch
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Hands-On: The New Squale 1545 — Stepping Out Of The Shadows
Hands-On: The New Squale 1545 — Stepping Out Of The Shadows
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The Rise And Rise Of F.P.Journe — Earning A Spot Among Horology’s Legends
The Rise And Rise Of F.P.Journe — Earning A Spot Among Horology’s Legends
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Bargain Hunting: Haute Horlogerie Features At Prêt-À-Porter Prices
Bargain Hunting: Haute Horlogerie Features At Prêt-À-Porter Prices
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The Lost Art Of The Gilt Dial — With Examples From Rolex, Tudor, And Oris
The Lost Art Of The Gilt Dial — With Examples From Rolex, Tudor, And Oris
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Baltic-Aquascaph-GMT-Watch
The Rise Of The Microbrands — Filling The Gaps Left By Big-Name Watch Brands
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Battle Of The New Gold Integrated-Bracelet Juggernauts From Patek Philippe And Vacheron Constantin
Sunday Morning Showdown: Battle Of The New Gold Integrated-Bracelet Juggernauts From Patek Philippe And Vacheron Constantin
Patek Philippe
Vacheron Constantin
Hands-On: The Longines Record Heritage Chronograph — Is It A Lancia Delta Integrale?
Hands-On: The Longines Record Heritage Chronograph — Is It A Lancia Delta Integrale?
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Tudor’s Ten-Year Transformation — How The Black Bay Set The Brand On A New Course
Tudor’s Ten-Year Transformation — How The Black Bay Set The Brand On A New Course
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An Ode To The Empty Dial: When The Fewest Words Tell The Greatest Story — Examples From Rolex, Grand Seiko, Cartier, And More
An Ode To The Empty Dial: When The Fewest Words Tell The Greatest Story — Examples From Rolex, Grand Seiko, Cartier, And More
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This Is Why Smartwatches Are Just A Temporary Thing
This Is Why Smartwatches Are Just A Temporary Thing
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Thomas Spends A Week With Nacho’s Cartier Tank Solo Ref. 2715
Thomas Spends A Week With Nacho’s Cartier Tank Solo Ref. 2715
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Sunday Morning Showdown: Battle Of The Batteries — Grand Seiko Versus Cartier
Sunday Morning Showdown: Battle Of The Batteries — Grand Seiko Versus Cartier
Grand Seiko
Cartier
Hands-On With The Sinn UX And The Sinn 240 — Two Classic References From The German Brand’s Lineup
Hands-On With The Sinn UX And The Sinn 240 — Two Classic References From The German Brand’s Lineup
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Grand Seiko Shopping: Hunting Down GS Gems Under 2K
Grand Seiko Shopping: Hunting Down GS Gems Under 2K
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Reflecting On 2022: A Year Of Watch Collecting — Thomas Shares His Personal Journey
Reflecting On 2022: A Year Of Watch Collecting — Thomas Shares His Personal Journey
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Hands-On: Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne — Exotic Materials Done Right
Hands-On: Formex Essence Leggera FortyOne — Exotic Materials Done Right
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Watch Release: Zodiac Super Sea Wolf GMT Blueberry Limited Edition
Watch Release: Zodiac Super Sea Wolf GMT Blueberry Limited Edition
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Omega Speedmaster Canopus Gold
Stealth Wealth: Five Ways To Stay Under The Radar With Omega, Grand Seiko, Patek Philippe, And More
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Making The Case For Case Finishing: What Separates The Good From The Bad? — Examples From Seiko, Hamilton, And Minase
Making The Case For Case Finishing: What Separates The Good From The Bad? — Examples From Seiko, Hamilton, And Minase
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When Did Rolex Become A Luxury Brand? Or Has It Always Been One?
When Did Rolex Become A Luxury Brand? Or Has It Always Been One?
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New Release: Kojima Productions × NASA × Anicorn Space Ludens
New Release: Kojima Productions × NASA × Anicorn Space Ludens
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Hands-On With The Optimus Prime Of Watches — The Formex Reef GMT
Hands-On With The Optimus Prime Of Watches — The Formex Reef GMT
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Aquis divers watch
Diving Deep Into Water Resistance — How Is It Actually Accomplished?
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