Omega Speedmaster 145.022-76: The Moonwatch That Bridged Apollo and the Space Shuttle

By Brent Robillard A working watch I’ve always had a soft spot for the Omega Speedmaster. Not necessarily the rarest or most collectible references, but the ones that have quietly accumulated stories over the years. And when it comes to vintage watches, I’ve learned that sometimes the most interesting stories are hiding in plain sight. During my recent visit to Kaplans Auktioner in Stockholm, I … Continue reading Omega Speedmaster 145.022-76: The Moonwatch That Bridged Apollo and the Space Shuttle

This Week in Time (October 3rd-10th)

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 quick, curated summary of everything we’ve published this week—your ready-made guide to the conversations, releases, and reviews shaping the watch world right now… and a little more. From the Press Desk For the latest and most up … Continue reading This Week in Time (October 3rd-10th)

Four Watch Brands Took 68% of This Auction’s Hammer Value. Here’s Why.

By Brent Robillard The second time around Stockholm in October feels like the city has slipped into its favourite wool sweater: the summer crowds are gone, the air is crisp and cool, and the low Scandinavian light seems to make everything—cobbled streets, ochre-coloured buildings, quiet waterfronts and the islands of the archipelago—look a little more cinematic. Cafés become especially inviting, with coffee and cinnamon buns … Continue reading Four Watch Brands Took 68% of This Auction’s Hammer Value. Here’s Why.