Does the subject sound a bit dry, or are you already aware of this conundrum? It shouldn’t even be a question we need to ask as cohesive graphics can be everything on a dial. If you’ve never noticed it, perhaps you’re sticking to an Apple Watch. Its studied design language and non-clashing fonts are pitch-perfect, […]

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Among the diverse roster of brands that make up Swatch Group’s current portfolio, Certina is one of the often-overlooked standouts that operates on the more affordable end of the greater price spectrum. Founded in 1888, Certina has a dedicated following in many parts of the world, but a lack of U.S. distribution channels has ultimately […]

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Malaika Crawford lets a tool watch into her gold-loving heart.

While we have moved away from compact discs (anyone remember CDs?), one of my memories from growing up was the barrage of Now That’s What I Call Music! infomercials around this time of year. Revisiting the most popular songs from any given year is now as easy as a quick search on your music platform […]

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Over the past several years, Chinese watchmaking has made impressive strides towards international legitimacy. Brands like Atelier Wen are pushing the envelope for homegrown Chinese design and finishing, while CIGA Design has gone a step further and claimed a coveted 2021 GPHG prize for its Blue Planet world timer. This has understandably created a fair […]

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Tony Traina brings the goods with a comprehensive collector’s guide.

Fratello On Air comes at you with a new episode. This time, we’re talking about our horological hopes for 2023. Of course, there’s some typical banter along with some pre-holiday cheer. Settle in by the fireplace (or at the beach, perhaps) and enjoy our last episode before Christmas. This year absolutely blew by, and we’re […]

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We saw hundreds of new pieces. Many were incredible. But when collectors look back at 2022, one watch collaboration will clearly stand out as the release that defined the year.