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Benrus Sky Chief: A 36mm Chronograph Reborn

By Brent Robillard 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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Pilot and Aviation Watches Explained

Legibility, navigation, and purpose at altitude Introduction: Watches Designed for the Sky Pilot and aviation watches occupy a unique place within the tool watch landscape. Where field watches emphasize restraint and dive watches prioritize sealing and redundancy, pilot’s watches are defined by clarity at a glance. They were designed to be read instantly, often in cramped cockpits, turbulent conditions, and low-light environments—sometimes while wearing gloves. … Continue reading Pilot and Aviation Watches Explained

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