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Minerva Calibre 13-20: A Forgotten Giant of Chronograph History
Few vintage chronograph movements can claim the pedigree, longevity, and mechanical beauty of the Minerva Calibre 13-20. Produced for nearly 80 years on the same machinery, this remarkable column-wheel chronograph calibre...
Top 7 Most Popular Cartier Watches: Timeless Icons of Elegance and Celebrity Style
Cartier is more than a watchmaker—it’s a cultural touchstone. For over a century, the French maison has redefined elegance on the wrist, balancing horological craftsmanship with visionary design. From royalty...
Why 33mm Was Never “Too Small”: A Historical and Technical Perspective on Mid-Century Watch Sizes
In today’s market, where 41mm is often considered the “new normal,” a vintage men’s watch measuring 33mm might raise eyebrows. But dismissing it as too small is a modern bias...
Panthers, Platinum, and Prestige: The Cartier Chronicle
Cartier: A Legacy of Elegance and Innovation Founded in 1847, Cartier established itself as one of France’s premier jewelry and watchmaking houses. Over the decades, Cartier has remained a recognized...
10 Fascinating Watch Auction Stories That Shaped Collecting Culture
In the world of vintage watches, some sales go beyond market value — they rewrite horological history. From emperors and astronauts to fakes and forgotten legends, these ten extraordinary auction...
First Watch in Space: Strela, Poljot, Sekonda – 3017 Chronographs Decoded
Introduction: The Silent Pioneer of Space Horology While Omega's Speedmaster claims the title of “Moonwatch,” another chronograph quietly preceded it in extraterrestrial horology. Before Omega ever reached lunar dust, the...
What Makes a Watch ‘Vintage’? Understanding Eras, Style, and Collectibility
The word “vintage” is everywhere in the watch world. But what exactly qualifies a watch as vintage? Is it purely about age—or are design, craftsmanship, and historical context equally important?...
The history of Rolex: how one of the most famous time brands appeared
The story of the world’s most recognizable Swiss watch brand is inseparable from the pioneering genius of its founder, Hans Wilsdorf. It began with a modest watch trading company founded...
The History of Movado and Its Collectible Vintage Pocket Watches
Origins of the Movado Brand Movado was founded in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland, in 1881 by Achilles Ditesheim, a 19-year-old entrepreneur with a vision to produce high-quality timepieces in the heart...
How Vintage Watches Ruled the 2025 Awards Season (Met Gala, Oscars, Golden Globes)
In a year where tech-driven minimalism and AI couture dominated the runways, the real stars of the 2025 red carpet season weren’t apps or smart devices. They were manual-winding, heirloom-grade,...
F1 Champions and the Iconic Watches They Wear
Formula 1 and Luxury Watches: A Perfectly Timed Partnership In Formula 1, timing isn’t just important—it’s everything. Races are won and lost in fractions of a second. So it’s no...
Sturmanskie Type 1 vs. Type 2: From Soviet Pilots to the First Watch in Space
When we think of watches worn in space, the Omega Speedmaster is often the first to come to mind. It was NASA-approved, Moon-tested, and backed by countless missions. But long...