Tyler Frederick Manifest destiny The irony that I mentioned in a recent review that I haven’t had much wrist time with certain watches from G-SHOCK–only to then have them on my desk–is proof that manifestation works. I’m not saying it works for everything, but sometimes the universe just makes it happen, and I’m not complaining. I’ve been up to my neck in all things G-SHOCK … Continue reading G-SHOCK DW-5000R-1A
by Brent Robillard 1970 Heritage Diver’s Naomi Uemura Limited Edition My watch journey began with the humble Seiko Turtle SRP777. It was simple, reliable, and fiercely comfortable—and it set the tone for everything that followed. Every time I return to a Seiko diver, I’m reminded why they’re such quietly enduring favourites. The Seiko Prospex 1970 Diver’s “Naomi Uemura” SLA069J1, released in 2023 (on my birthday … Continue reading The Seiko Prospex SLA069: Celebrating Naomi Uemura
by Tyler Frederick The right tool for the job What do you think of when you hear “tool watch”? Ironically, I love dive watches, but when I hear those words, I immediately think of a chronograph: timing, tracking speed over a certain distance, usually moderately water resistant, some form of date display. The Swiss army knife of watches. Still, they’re not my usual go-to, even … Continue reading Fortis Classic Cosmonauts Steel A.M.
