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If you have my other blogs you will know that one of the reasons I started to take an interest in vintage watches was because I wanted to buy one from the year my dad was born (1945) after he passed. This led me into a lot of research and late night scrolling on various sales and auction sites! Recently, I took a punt on a lot of 7 stopwatches that I actually thought were pocket watches when I bought them however, I feel like I've stumbled upon something actually quite specia

If you’re anything like me, falling for a watch brand rarely happens all at once. It usually starts innocently enough — a photo, a recommendation, a late‑night browse — and before you know it, you’re deep down a rabbit hole of case shapes, dial textures and brand backstories. That’s exactly how my relationship with Marloe Watch Company  began when I 'bumped' into the CN7 with the colours of Malcolm Campbell's Bluebird that I found simply breath taking. What first drew me in w

If you’re on the hunt for a Swiss watch that blends vintage charm with modern flair, the Tissot PRX with a green dial  might just be your dream wrist companion. Even though the PRX design dates back to the late 1970s, it’s enjoying a renaissance—and for good reason. The Origins of the Tissot PRX The PRX first appeared in 1978, a product of a bold era in watchmaking. The late 1970s were all about experimentation: integrated bracelets, slim cases, geometric shapes, and a move t

If you’re anything like me, the hunt for a vintage watch rarely starts with a clear plan. It usually begins with a vague idea, a late-night scroll, and a growing sense that you’re looking for something , even if you’re not entirely sure what that something is yet. That’s more or less how I ended up paying closer attention to the Omega Speedmaster Triple Date at an auction site as I looked around for something that be a memento (see my 'How It Started' blog) From my limited

If you’ve ever found yourself daydreaming about vintage watches that combine style, history, and a splash of mechanical wizardry, then the Tissot Seastar Automatic might just be your next obsession. I mean, who wouldn’t want a watch that feels like it’s been on a few adventures, yet still ticks with the precision of a Swiss maestro? Today, I’m diving deep into the world of this classic timepiece, sharing everything from its standout features to whether it’s a savvy investmen

Aside from offering tips on maintenance and sharing the odd opinion, I’ll also be blogging about my fascination not just with admiring and wearing watches, but with how they actually work. The workings of a manual-wind watch really are a marvel of precision engineering — even in the cheapest mechanical watch. When you think about the often forceful motions your hands go through, then by extension your wrist, your watch takes quite a pounding too. For all those tiny parts to h

A short review of the rise of British microbrand watches that balances fun, affordability with horological tradition

As I explore the big wide world of watches, I've found myself in unexpected places — auction houses, obscure corners of the internet using Google translate to read Japanese (a hot bed for vintage watches), and, market stalls asking stall holders whether I can look at their movement. But nothing has surprised me quite as much as finding myself quietly smitten with the Omega x Swatch collaboration. Now, if you’d told me a few years ago that I’d be excited about a watch made of

My journey into horology ( the art and science of time measurement ) started fairly recently in 2025 and has quickly become a passion and even obsession. In 2023, my dad sadly passed away leaving a small inheritance of a few thousand pounds to his three kids. I am fortunate enough that I didn't need the money for day-to-day living so decided I'd use it buy a memento for my kids of their Grandpa, me of my dad. The challenge in these days of consumerism is that it's not easy to

Vintage watches are far more than devices that tell the time — they’re tiny mechanical storytellers. Each one carries a bit of history, a dash of craftsmanship, and often a personal tale or two. Owning one is incredibly rewarding, but it does come with a gentle reminder: these little marvels need looking after. Whether you’ve been collecting for years or you’ve just fallen down the horological rabbit hole like me, knowing how to care for your vintage watch will keep it tickin