Jerry Strickland 
In today’s world of smartphones and their many available apps, a watch can be more of a fashion statement than something of a functional accessory. However, that doesn’t mean that there isn’t a need or demand for a timepiece with a useful complication. For the watch enthusiast who enjoys traveling the world, a GMT watch … Read more
The moon phase complication is one of the most desired complications amongst watch collectors and enthusiasts. What makes it so desirable is not often because of its technical prowess or utility, but because it is so aesthetically pleasing to the eye. Simply put, the moon phase is arguably the most beautiful of watch complications. In … Read more
Why buy a smartwatch? Do you think that you’ll use it every day? Or will it end up in storage somewhere? I’ll present some of the pros and cons to why you should buy a smartwatch or not. There are dozens of companies creating smart watches. From Apple to Fossil, there are a lot of … Read more
When looking to buy a new watch, one thing you’ll want to understand is what is a watch complication. Telling time is often the only function you’ll really need from your watch, but what if you want more? In that case, you’ll need to decide what complications you want from your watch. Simply put, a … Read more
When it comes to timepieces, people often focus on the movements, the dial appearance, or what complications are built in. Meanwhile, the strap or band is overlooked. This simple watch strap guide is going to address how important this part of the watch is, not only because it secures the watch to your wrist but, … Read more
When it comes to wearing a watch most people wonder if they should wear their watch on their left or right wrist. I feel that the majority of people you ask will say that you should wear your watch on the left as it provides more ease of control. There are no real rules to … Read more
Most people may wonder what is a watch movement? Simply put, a movement is what makes a watch go or “tick.” Also known as a caliber, a movement is considered the heart of the watch; it is the mechanism that drives the hands on the dial and powers any complications the watch may have. Watchmakers … Read more
In order to create a fine and well-tuned timepiece, there are a number of different components that must be designed, created, and finally, assembled by incredibly skilled watchmakers. Although there are several watchmakers and styles of wrist watches to choose from, they all will have the basic elements of what makes a watch. Watch anatomy … Read more
Humans have always had a fascination and need to observe the passing of time. Of course, we can tell when day is going to night, winter to spring, but humans have a need to learn more. Throughout the history of the world, there has been several major changes to the number of devices and methods … Read more
Let’s face it, watches are no longer the essential time telling tool that they used to be. With the invention of cell phones, we no longer need to wear a wristwatch since the phone could be our timekeeper, alarm, stop watch, etc. However, just because watches aren’t essential for keeping track of time anymore, doesn’t … Read more