Hands-On with the Bausele Elemental: Long Weekend and City Lights

By Brent Robillard Elemental, my dear Watson Over coffee in Geneva last month, Christophe Hoppé walked me through the way Bausele sells its Elemental. The books open, customers place their orders, and the watches are produced for them. There is a little patience involved. Having now spent some time with the two colourways arriving in the October 15–30 order window, I can see why someone … Continue reading Hands-On with the Bausele Elemental: Long Weekend and City Lights

The Sēl Instruments Omnidiver XOS 42: A Tool Watch at Work

by Russ Michaud The Ultimate Tool Watch Choosing your outfit for the day, items that go in your pocket, tools in your bag and the watch on your wrist is the routine of nearly everyone in this day and age. The latter maybe more specific to someone who frequents a publication such as this, but the routine still doesn’t vary much from person to person. … Continue reading The Sēl Instruments Omnidiver XOS 42: A Tool Watch at Work

Micromilspec Field Testing Unit (FTU): A Rugged Classic, Reimagined in Small Batches

by Brent Robillard Daily Driver Ever since I first encountered Micromilspec at the Toronto Timepiece Show last year, the Field Testing Unit (FTU) has lingered in my mind as a watch I needed to experience firsthand. Tool watches have always felt like home on my wrist, and after spending time with the FTU, it’s clear this is a piece built to excel in the harshest … Continue reading Micromilspec Field Testing Unit (FTU): A Rugged Classic, Reimagined in Small Batches