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Hands-On with the YEMA Granvelle Renaissance CMM.29 Salmon

by Brent Robillard More than the sum of its tool watches I have to admit something. When I think of YEMA, my mind almost immediately goes to tool watches. The Superman, the Flygraf, the Rallygraf—these are the pieces that have come to define the French brand for many collectors, myself included. My own affection for the Superman is well documented. It remains one of my … Continue reading Hands-On with the YEMA Granvelle Renaissance CMM.29 Salmon

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Studio Underd0g Opens The D0ghouse

by Brent Robillard Happy to be in The D0ghouse For a brand that built its reputation on playful design and unconventional ideas, Studio Underd0g has never been particularly interested in following the expected path. Over the past five years, the British independent has grown from a small enthusiast-driven project into one of the most recognizable names in contemporary independent watchmaking. Its colourful chronographs, unconventional collaborations, … Continue reading Studio Underd0g Opens The D0ghouse

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Brew Metric Retro Dial: A Second Cup

By Brent Robillard Good to the last drop I remember the first time I saw the Brew Metric. And I can’t say that about a lot of watches. It was during the tandem launch of the original Retro and Steel Dial iterations. I stopped scrolling. I liked it immediately. Of course, the Retro Dial was sold out before I could finish my coffee—though I believe … Continue reading Brew Metric Retro Dial: A Second Cup

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