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We often hear statements like, “This watch is a true classic,” or “This is a timeless design.” Typically, such statements refer to big names in the watch industry, such as Rolex and the Submariner, Omega and the Speedmaster, or Audemars Piguet and the Royal Oak. That’s either because their designs are simple and indeed timeless…

We currently live in somewhat of a golden era for small-scale independent brands, where it’s now possible for companies of nearly any size to produce a well-crafted mechanical watch for significantly below the thousand-dollar price point. With an increasing number of brands capable of creating timepieces that offer acceptable levels of build quality, it is…

Sunday Morning Showdown has become a Fratello tradition. Every Sunday morning, two Fratello writers go head to head, fiercely defending the timepieces of their choice. In 2024, we have seen lots of heated battles and even more heated debates in the comments section. The series seems to be a trigger for some strong opinions fueled…

Most people could tell you it’s been a quiet year in the watch world. Major brands scaled back – rumor has it that 2025 will be “the year” that everyone brings out the big guns – and even indies seemingly kept it tame. It’s been hard to even pick my favorite releases this year. But…

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