Seiko “RAF Gen 1”
Seiko claimed numerous world firsts throughout their years, from (arguably) the first automatic chronograph, the first commercial quartz watch (which,…
When watch collecting turns to enabling others' obsessions
Seiko claimed numerous world firsts throughout their years, from (arguably) the first automatic chronograph, the first commercial quartz watch (which,…
Following on from the previous tale of the 6139 as produced by Seiko in 1969, here’s a rare and interesting…
50 years ago, Seiko was quietly producing what could arguably be the world’s first automatic chronograph. Other manufacturers were trying…
A lot has been written about Heuer’s iconic square “Monaco” watch, which first appeared in 1969 housing one of the…
Like lots of other brands, watch companies periodically raid their past for future inspiration, releasing new editions of classic watches…
This was a very lucky find at an auction – I’d never even heard of the World Time until I…
There’s something about Bell-Matics that I can’t help myself but collect and evangelise them. The basic premise is, in 1972…
I love Heuer watches – there’s something a little off-piste and cool about them. They’re most famous for the 3…
Another Moon Watch this time from 1974; it’s slightly different to the 1971 Speedmaster previously shown, most noticeably that the…
The Omega Speedmaster is a legendary watch – it was worn by astronauts in the Gemini & Apollo missions, and…