Citizen vs Seiko: The Ultimate Guide to Japan’s Affordable Sports Watches

by Brent Robillard Two Giants of Affordable Watchmaking Seiko and Citizen were among the first watches I ever owned. I suspect a lot of enthusiasts could begin their collecting stories with that same line. Long before I knew what a column wheel chronograph was, before I had ever heard of COSC certification, and certainly before I found myself interviewing watchmakers in Geneva, I was drawn … Continue reading Citizen vs Seiko: The Ultimate Guide to Japan’s Affordable Sports Watches

Longines and the Commonwealth Games: Precision, Fairness, and the HydroConquest Glasgow 2026 in Review

by Brent Robillard Behind every medal I’ll admit it: by the time the FIFA World Cup wrapped up, I was ready for something different. It was a remarkable tournament in many respects, but also one that occasionally reminded me how exhausting professional sport can become. Endless officiating debates, VAR controversies, and the relentless pressure that accompanies the world’s biggest sporting event often seemed to overshadow … Continue reading Longines and the Commonwealth Games: Precision, Fairness, and the HydroConquest Glasgow 2026 in Review

This Week in Time (December 20th-January 2nd)

Welcome back to This Week in Time. Your time matters to us, and we’re committed to keeping this space sharp, thoughtful, and easy to read. Below, you’ll find a special edition designed primarily for the burgeoning watch enthusiasts. We thought it might me a good way to kick of the New Year. If you are new to watches, or simply “watch curious,” this is for you! … Continue reading This Week in Time (December 20th-January 2nd)