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Articles on movements, collecting & craft

Accurate, knowledgeable writing on the mechanical watch — how movements work, what makes a watch collectible, how dials and cases are designed, and how to care for the object on your wrist. Written for collectors and for anyone considering their first mechanical piece.

Movements

4 articles

Movements7 min read

The NH35 Automatic Movement, Explained

The NH35 is one of the most thoroughly proven automatic movements in modern watchmaking. Here is what it is, how it earned its reputation, and why a reliable foundation is the point — not the compromise.

September 12, 2026Read article

Movements6 min read

Automatic vs. Manual-Wind vs. Quartz: Which Movement Is Right for You

Three ways to power a watch, three different relationships with the wearer. A clear comparison for anyone deciding what belongs on their wrist.

September 20, 2026Read article

Movements7 min read

Watch Jewels and Escapements Explained: What They Do and Why They Matter

Jewels and the escapement are where a mechanical movement turns stored energy into measured time. Here is what each part actually does.

October 28, 2026Read article

Movements7 min read

Watch Complications Explained: From the Power Reserve to the Chronograph

Any function beyond telling the time is a complication. Here is what the common ones do, how they work, and what they cost a movement.

November 3, 2026Read article

Collecting

5 articles

Collecting8 min read

What Makes a Watch Collectible? Scarcity, Provenance, and Design

Collectibility is not a single trait. It is the interaction of scarcity, design, provenance, and the story a watch accumulates over time.

October 2, 2026Read article

Collecting6 min read

Limited Edition Watches Explained: What the Numbering Actually Means

“Limited edition” is used loosely. Here is what a finite, numbered edition actually is, and how to tell a real one from a marketing label.

October 10, 2026Read article

Collecting7 min read

Starting a Watch Collection: A Beginner's Guide for Collectors

A collection is built one deliberate choice at a time. Here is how to develop taste, choose well, and let a collection become coherent.

October 22, 2026Read article

Collecting8 min read

Vintage vs. Modern Watches: What to Consider Before You Buy

Vintage and modern watches answer different questions. A guide to the trade-offs — patina, parts, originality, and daily wear.

November 9, 2026Read article

Collecting8 min read

Watch Auctions and the Secondary Market: A Buyer's Guide

Most watches change hands outside the boutique. A guide to auctions, dealers, and private sales — and how to buy with confidence.

November 15, 2026Read article

Design

3 articles

Design8 min read

The Anatomy of a Watch Dial: Indices, Typography, and Texture

The dial is the face of the watch and the surface where design decisions are most visible. A close look at the elements that compose it.

October 18, 2026Read article

Design7 min read

Watch Size and Proportion: Finding the Right Fit for Your Wrist

Case diameter is only part of the story. The measurements that actually determine how a watch wears — and how to find the right one.

November 21, 2026Read article

Design6 min read

Lume, Legibility, and Night Reading: How a Watch Glows in the Dark

Luminous paint is one part of legibility. Here is how it works, how it has changed, and what makes a dial readable after dark.

November 27, 2026Read article

Craft

4 articles

Craft7 min read

Watch Case Materials and Finishing: Steel, Sapphire, and the Details That Last

The case is the part of the watch that takes the most abuse. Understanding its material and finish tells you how it will age.

October 26, 2026Read article

Craft6 min read

Watch Servicing and Care: How to Maintain a Mechanical Watch

A mechanical watch is a small machine. With basic care and periodic service, it will run for decades. Here is what to do and when.

October 14, 2026Read article

Craft6 min read

Watch Water Resistance Ratings Explained: What 30m, 100m, and 200m Actually Mean

A 30m rating does not mean you can swim to 30 meters. Here is what water resistance ratings actually mean, and how to treat them.

December 2, 2026Read article

Craft7 min read

Watch Straps and Bracelets: Materials, Fit, and How to Choose

The strap is half of how a watch wears. A guide to the materials, the trade-offs, and how to choose the right one.

December 8, 2026Read article