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Benrus Sky Chief: A 36mm Chronograph Reborn

By Vincent Deschamps Pilot’s chronograph Benrus, originally founded in New York City in 1921 by three Romanian brothers—Oscar, Benjamin, and Ralph Lazrus—was a pioneer in many domains. It was not only the first watch brand to make a woman CEO (Alice Christian who managed the brand from Switzerland for nearly three decades) but also one to support early debonair adventurers and explorers such as Charles … Continue reading Benrus Sky Chief: A 36mm Chronograph Reborn

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Chronographs Explained

Timing, mechanics, and the most versatile complication in watchmaking Introduction: The Complication Everyone Recognizes Among all mechanical complications, the chronograph is the most immediately recognizable—and arguably the most misunderstood. With its sub-dials, pushers, and often-busy dial layout, the chronograph looks complex, even intimidating. Yet at its core, it performs a simple function: measuring elapsed time. What makes the chronograph special is not complexity for its … Continue reading Chronographs Explained

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RADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph

by Brent Robillard Modern Materials Meet Vintage Muscle The RADO Captain Cook has long held a unique place in the dive watch pantheon. With roots in a 1960s original that balanced style and adventure, the line has evolved since its reintroduction and enjoyed a particularly compelling renaissance. Now, with the Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Automatic Chronograph (Ref. R32190153), RADO pushes the envelope even further. This … Continue reading RADO Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Chronograph

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