Ollech & Wajs: The OW Compendium – ‘PLATINUM ANNIVERSARY’ Edition

by Brent Robillard Seventy years of watchmaking When I first met Charles LeMenestrel in Geneva in 2024, I was already a fan of Ollech & Wajs. What I didn’t realize at the time was that a simple dinner—and the opportunity to handle pieces from his personal vintage OW collection—would set both Ollech & Wajs and The Calibrated Wrist on a shared path. That evening revealed something deeper … Continue reading Ollech & Wajs: The OW Compendium – ‘PLATINUM ANNIVERSARY’ Edition

This Week in Time (January 31st-February 6th)

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 (including a giveaway!). Ollech & Wajs C-1000 Y There are … Continue reading This Week in Time (January 31st-February 6th)

Resurgence and Revival: The Comeback of Heritage Watch Brands

by Brent Robillard The history of watchmaking is one of innovation, artistry, and resilience. Many brands flourished during the mechanical golden age, only to face near extinction during the quartz crisis of the 1970s and 80s. Some faded quietly into obscurity, while others went defunct, their names disappearing from dials for decades. In recent years, however, we have witnessed a remarkable revival of these heritage … Continue reading Resurgence and Revival: The Comeback of Heritage Watch Brands