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Zodiac Watches: A Personal Reflection on Legacy, Loss, and What Comes Next

by Brent Robillard It began with a Sea Wolf Good watches have always spoken to me in ways that transcend mere timekeeping. The best ones become markers, of moments, of growth, of discovery. For me, Zodiac was one of those brands. I discovered them around the same time I set eyes on the YEMA Superman and fell subsequently into the rabbit hole of the skin … Continue reading Zodiac Watches: A Personal Reflection on Legacy, Loss, and What Comes Next

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Dive Watches Explained

Function, mythology, and the evolution of the modern tool watch Introduction: The Most Mythologized Tool Watch If the field watch is the most honest tool watch, the dive watch is the most mythologized. Born from genuine underwater necessity, dive watches have since transcended their original purpose to become one of the most recognizable and versatile watch categories in existence. If it sounds like I’m biased, … Continue reading Dive Watches Explained

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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

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