Tag: Review

Owner Review: De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius

17 years into De Bethune’s existence I took the plunge into their Independent and beautiful world, a world of “Not doing more, but instead doing better” and where apparent simplicity belies complexities in every aspect of a watch. Say hello to the De Bethune DB25 Starry Varius, without a doubt the prettiest watch in my…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Rolex Day-Date 36mm 118238

Initially released in 1956, the Rolex Day-Date 36mm has truly shown that it has the ability to stand the test of time. It really is a classic and timeless piece, which remains virtually unchanged when viewed in the current Rolex boutique window (there isn’t much else in the window). Some people say that size isn’t…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Ressence Type 1 – Beyond Hands

Scenario: You’re a watch collector; you’ve amassed a decent collection of watches, but now you’re ready for something different. I suspect that’s where Ressence as a brand comes in. There’s literally nothing like the Ressence Type 1 on the market today. With a simple motto of “Beyond Hands”, Ressence has taken traditional watchmaking and blasted…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Omega Speedmaster CK2915-3

There is little written about the Omega Speedmaster CK2915-3 transitional. Being a transitional pre-moon model, it not noticed by some but revered by true Omega fans. You see, the “-3” meaning it was the 3rd version of the CK2915 & it was released sometime between 1958-1959. After 1959, the CK2998 arrived. According to what’s available…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III

When we hear quintessential dive watch, many will think of the Rolex Submariner but it was Blancpain’s Fifty Fathoms that was the first true iteration of the modern dive watch. Released in 1953 and then relaunched in 2007, Blancpain has produced many variations but I think the purest form is reserved for its 40mm limited…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Oris Big Crown Pointer Date 80th Anniversary Edition

The Oris Big Crown Pointer Date 80th Anniversary Edition celebrates a cornerstone model for Oris and one that can be arguably credited with saving the brand during the quartz crisis and allowing it to retain its independent status, which Oris enjoys to this day. The choice of a bronze case against a green dial initially…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Rolex GMT Master 16750 Pepsi

The Rolex Pepsi GMT Master 16750 is a great looking watch but in my opinion only on a bracelet. It is both undeniably iconic and a strong contender for a one-watch collection. This particular reference is considered a transitional model and was produced in the eighties. The Rolex 3075 movement is rock solid and even…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Swatch 007 “Q”

This 7th timepiece in the 2020 Swatch X 007 Collection allegedly released in a limited run of 7007 units. The Swatch 007 “Q” is one limited edition that won’t cost you your first born, or both kidneys. The Q sports a quartz movement that is wrapped with a 42mm matte finished stainless steel case at…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Rolex Submariner Date 16610 – “pre-ceramic”

Before I get to the review of my Rolex Submariner Date 16610 pre-ceramic, I will give you a bit of the back story. It was whilst leafing through National Geographic magazines as a kid that made me get the Rolex bug – It seemed from the ads, that if you were an adventurer, explorer, sailor,…
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02/01/2021
Owner Review: Bremont ALT1 Chronograph

The Bremont ALT1 Chronograph is one of Bremont’s staple models and has been for a long time. The ALT1-C is a straightforward, classy, 2 register chronograph which exudes British design class. I’ve owned my polished black version for just over a year now and I still totally adore it. My version is supplied on an…
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02/01/2021