We like what we like Long before I ever became serious about watches, certain brand names remained familiar to me. Rolex, of course. But also Tissot. As part of the Swatch Group these days, Tissot has been pigeon-holed somewhat into what we might consider “entry-level” luxury. But, of course, that wasn’t always the case. Tissot is a brand with rich history as a manufacture. As … Continue reading The Tissot Heritage 1973 Chronograph Watch
Precise & Robust: The Tissot PRX Auto Chrono From time to time, there are watches that capture the popular imagination for their aesthetic and their value. The Tissot PRX is one such timepiece. Originally launched in 1978 under the Seastar name, the PRX was first revived in 2021 as a 40mm quartz-powered watch. The new moniker stands for “precise and robust;” to that, we add … Continue reading The Classy Tissot PRX Auto Chrono
Channeling its early progenitor, the Seiko 5 Sports “Speedtimer” 6139, the newest generation of Seiko Prospex Speedtimers pushes the technology envelope. In the last year, Seiko have produced no fewer than 16 iterations—the majority of them solar. But perhaps none have so captured the hearts of enthusiasts as the panda dial SSC813. Check out the Longines Spirit Flyback in Stainless Steel and 18k Gold Advertisement … Continue reading Seiko Prospex Speedtimer SSC813
