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Drop This Watch Covered in the World’s Blackest Paint at Night and You May Never Find It Again
As feature-rich smartwatches continue to steal buyers away, the makers of traditional mechanical watches continue to hunt for ways to make their timepieces a unique and compelling alternative. But do you really want a watch completely covered in Vantablack paint that could easily go missing in the dark?
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An Introduction To Complications: The 21st Century Watch
Against all odds, it seems the wristwatch has found a place all its own in the 21st century. In fact, watches are experiencing a surge in popularity. Not only are heavy hitters buying investment grade pieces, but a younger generation is also discovering the beauty of mechanical watches for the first time. So with new…
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An Introduction To Complications: The Chronograph
The mechanical chronograph is perhaps the most recognisable complication to be seen on the watch since the late ’60s. It is also one of the least understood. Often confused with a chronometer, the chronograph is simply a stopwatch integrated into a wristwatch. Pretty simple, right?