The Sheffield Solar Steel and Diver 1 White

Article by Russ Michaud; photography by Brent Robillard Value for money Sheffield has quietly cornered the market lately with affordable quality in their dive watch lineup. Offering varying options of movements, colours, and price points, they’re bringing a degree of accessibility to a hobby often associated with much larger brands like Timex, Casio, Citizen and Seiko.  Two watches that stood out to me in the … Continue reading The Sheffield Solar Steel and Diver 1 White

Tennet Argonaut: A Design-Driven Dive Watch with Personality

Article by Marc Levesque; photography by Bob Allaby Worth the wait I had the chance to write about Tennet in late 2024 for an article published on Worn & Wound. It was part of my monthly Micro-Brand Digest column, and I selected Tennet because their watches genuinely stood out as well-designed and authentic. They are also good value, which is increasingly rare these days. You … Continue reading Tennet Argonaut: A Design-Driven Dive Watch with Personality

Nodus Obscura II: A Mechanical Exposure Tool for Photographers

Article by Marc Levesque; photography by James Cornish Thoughtfully designed tool watches Nodus has carved out a unique niche in the enthusiast market with its well-crafted, thoughtfully designed tool watches that emphasize wearability and practical use rather than gimmicks. However, the Obscura II marks a distinct departure from their usual offerings. At first glance, the Obscura II appears to be an evolution of the Sector … Continue reading Nodus Obscura II: A Mechanical Exposure Tool for Photographers