For late 2024, Citizen of Japan has released a new collection of technology-focused wristwatches that are easy to miss if you aren’t paying close attention. I was immediately intrigued by the Citizen Promaster Land with the U822 module when I saw early pictures of it. Citizen had been working on a new mid-range analog-digital (ana-digi)…

We know you’re probably reading this in your pajamas like you should on a Sunday morning. However, imagine you have an invitation to a more formal party during the coming Christmas holidays. Of course, you have to decide which watch you will wear. So, what if you had to choose between the Echo/Neutra Rivanera or…

Impossible n’est pas français. As Napoleon Bonaparte famously said, “impossible” is not a word that exists in the French language. For Bohen watches, the lofty goal was to develop a luxury dive watch in collaboration with professional military and civilian divers that would satisfy their demands yet stay slim and ergonomic on the wrist and…

I first saw the new Nivada F77 Black Ceramic during this year’s Geneva Watch Days. It must have been one of the earliest prototypes, if not the first, and it took me a while to understand. Let me explain. A ceramic watch looks like a PVD/DLC-coated piece to the naked eye. That is until you…

For much of its history, Casio’s MR-G collection of high-end G-Shocks has remained highly niche, sold to special enthusiasts who were willing to pay a bit more for “the” durable timepiece, who want something with more traditional materials such as metal (versus plastic and resins). More recently, Casio has become emboldened in its higher-end products…

Farer is one of the OGs of the microbrand universe. Founded in 2015, the brand prides itself on British design and Swiss production. Over the years, Farer found a style of its own and a clever position within the greater watch market, making it a household name today. This week, the brand announced a new…

We’re back with another episode of Hodinkee Radio. In addition to the podcast feed, each episode also has video, so swing by Hodinkee’s YouTube channel (or watch below). Only want the audio? It’s being published to the same old Hodinkee Radio feed, so check your feeds or subscribe wherever you find podcasts (try Apple Podcasts,…

Topper Fine Jewelers in Burlingame, California has created some truly memorable collaborative limited-edition watches. Brands like Zodiac, Seiko, and Fears have been featured on one or more of the 14 pieces thus far. The latest release is the Doxa Sub 300 “Great White” Topper Edition. It’s a cool piece with enough differences from the serial-production…