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Geckota W-02 Vintage Mechanical Chronograph Racing Watch Review - The Vintage Experience Without the Hassle?

Geckota W-02 Vintage Mechanical Chronograph Racing Watch Review - The Vintage Experience Without the Hassle?

Nick Lehner

What should you do if you don't have a big budget, or feel comfortable taking the risk on a vintage racing chronograph? British brand Geckota Watches think that they have the answer.  Does the W-02 give the experience of wearing real vintage?

Geckota W-02 Vintage Mechanical Chronograph Racing Watch Review - The Vintage Experience Without the Hassle?

Nick Lehner

What should you do if you don't have a big budget, or feel comfortable taking the risk on a vintage racing chronograph? British brand Geckota Watches think that they have the answer.  Does the W-02 give the experience of wearing real vintage?

Stalingrad Grenade (SG-2800-01) Watch Review - A Unique Watch from a New Brand with Experience

Stalingrad Grenade (SG-2800-01) Watch Review - A Unique Watch from a New Brand with Experience

Nick Lehner

Based on the rich description of Russian history, and the bold styling of the brand's watches, you might be mistaken (as was I) into thinking that Stalingrad Watch brand is based in Russia. Does the $365 Grenade stack up to the competition?

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Stalingrad Grenade (SG-2800-01) Watch Review - A Unique Watch from a New Brand with Experience

Nick Lehner

Based on the rich description of Russian history, and the bold styling of the brand's watches, you might be mistaken (as was I) into thinking that Stalingrad Watch brand is based in Russia. Does the $365 Grenade stack up to the competition?

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Marloe Coniston Vulcan Watch Review - Fantastic Design, Great Value, and a Hidden Surprise

Marloe Coniston Vulcan Watch Review - Fantastic Design, Great Value, and a Hidden Surprise

Nick Lehner

When I discovered Marloe Watch Company on social media, my first thought was that this is a company that puts significant effort (and talent) into their design language. Does wearing the watch in the metal live up to the image set forth by great media? Keep reading to find out!

Marloe Coniston Vulcan Watch Review - Fantastic Design, Great Value, and a Hidden Surprise

Nick Lehner

When I discovered Marloe Watch Company on social media, my first thought was that this is a company that puts significant effort (and talent) into their design language. Does wearing the watch in the metal live up to the image set forth by great media? Keep reading to find out!

Long Term Watch Review: The Heuer Autavia "Viceroy" (1163V) - Feel Like a 70s Racer!

Long Term Watch Review: The Heuer Autavia "Viceroy" (1163V) - Feel Like a 70s Racer!

Nick Lehner

If you're like me, part of the appeal of this ridiculous watch collecting hobby is imagining yourself using these watches in the extreme environments for which they were designed. For me, it's racing, and the 1970s were the pinnacle. Read the article to find out what it's like to own a 70s Autavia.

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Long Term Watch Review: The Heuer Autavia "Viceroy" (1163V) - Feel Like a 70s Racer!

Nick Lehner

If you're like me, part of the appeal of this ridiculous watch collecting hobby is imagining yourself using these watches in the extreme environments for which they were designed. For me, it's racing, and the 1970s were the pinnacle. Read the article to find out what it's like to own a 70s Autavia.

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Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Diver Watch Review (PT 6248) - An Underrated Twin-Crown Diver

Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Diver Watch Review (PT 6248) - An Underrated Twin-Crown Diver

Nick Lehner

The Pontos S Diver is one of the most interesting watches out of Maurice Lacriox in recent years. As I revisit it, I am reminded of what a heavy-hitting watch this is, style-wise, from a brand that is normally not very interesting to me. Read more to find out why.

Maurice Lacroix Pontos S Diver Watch Review (PT 6248) - An Underrated Twin-Crown Diver

Nick Lehner

The Pontos S Diver is one of the most interesting watches out of Maurice Lacriox in recent years. As I revisit it, I am reminded of what a heavy-hitting watch this is, style-wise, from a brand that is normally not very interesting to me. Read more to find out why.

The Seiko (SRPD25) Fourth Gen Monster vs. First Gen Monster (SKX781 and SKX779) Watch Review: A Cult Classic Receives Some Upgrades

The Seiko (SRPD25) Fourth Gen Monster vs. First Gen Monster (SKX781 and SKX779) Watch Review: A Cult Classic Receives Some Upgrades

Nick Lehner

First gen Seiko orange and black Monsters have shot up in price. Does the new blue fourth gen Monster keep the charm of the first gen?

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The Seiko (SRPD25) Fourth Gen Monster vs. First Gen Monster (SKX781 and SKX779) Watch Review: A Cult Classic Receives Some Upgrades

Nick Lehner

First gen Seiko orange and black Monsters have shot up in price. Does the new blue fourth gen Monster keep the charm of the first gen?

4 comments