Journal
The REC RNR Collection – Land Rover Distilled
“With the RNR collection it was all about straight, square lines softened by the round elements found on the Land Rover - the shape of the wheel being one. We wanted to create a timepiece that could stand on its own – as well as designing a timepiece that spoke directly to the hearts of Land Rover fans all over the world,” said Thomas Funder, Designer of REC Watches.
Adrenaline burst with the SEVENFRIDAY P3C/04 "Red Carbon"!
Like a crimson flag to a bull, the new SEVENFRIDAY watch P3C/04 Red Carbon will set your heart racing and ignite a passion that will only be quenched by strapping this unique piece to your wrist!
The combination of carbon fiber animation ring, red resin highlight, red lacquered screw-down crown, are features that will push your ticker, the one inside, into the red zone.
SevenFriday S1/01M Now in Stainless Steel Bracelet
The S1/01M is the timeless S1/01 with a factory fitted metal bracelet. The metal bracelet has been specifically designed in-house, in order to fit perfectly with our iconic case in terms of style, quality and comfort.
Best Selling Bronze Watches
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Bronze, an ancient metal discovered long ago, is an alloy made of copper and tin. However, other metals may be put into ...
P-51 Eleanor a true Mustang lover must have
REC Watches presents the P-51 Eleanor, a Limited Edition timepiece incorporating metal from the trunk let of a 68 Mustang Fastback that was transformed into the Eleanor in 2017
Watch winders – do you need them?
For a watch lover and collector, the thought of having a watch winder often comes to mind. With a winder, it is easier to ensure that your automati...
The New T1/01 a.k.a "COCORICO" Off-series
The New T1/01 "COCORICO" Limited to 450 pieces
Hardly an awe inspiring animal. Yet this Gallic Cockerel has come to symbolize France as the cradle...
Laco "Blaue Stunde" pilot watches
Being a pilot flying the friendly skies is an incredibly precise job that demands a similar level of precision and accuracy from the instruments an...
Taking care of your watch – Part 2
Let us continue the discussion on how to take care of your watch to preserve its aesthetics, functionality and value.One of the common mistakes of ...
Everything about wristwatch straps (part 2)
Most metal strap or bracelets are made using stainless steel but watches with precious metal cases may use a corresponding metal to match accordingly. There are several classic metal bracelet types. These include the oyster, jubilee, shark mesh/chain mail, Milanese and H-link. Each of these bracelets would definitely change the look and feel of the watch.
REC x RWB - Turning two legends into timepieces
Make a stand: Danish brand REC WATCH proudly introduce the most extreme collection yet, The Limited Edition 901 RWB – produced and designed in co...
Fastback GT Truffelhunter commemorates the outlandish livery of the 917/20
A horologic celebration of the most recognizable liveries in motorsport history The Fastback GT Truffelhunter commemorates the outlandish livery of the 917/20. A Stuttgart born one-off prototype developed to race as an aerodynamics test car at the 24 hours of LeMans in 1971.
Alexander Shorokhoff shares a journey of time
Alexander Shorokhoff shares a journey of time and artistry with his latest timepiece collection
It’s not often you get to meet the founder and crea...
Sea, Sand And....SevenFriday
Upgrade your beach attire.
Calling all beach-goers everywhere, 7F is releasing the SevenFriday P3C/03 BEACH CLUB. The translucent aqua blue of its...
Mother’s Day favorites from Alexander Shorokhoff
Alexander Shorokhoff Winter
The blistering cold of the winters from Alexander Shorokhov’s homeland is the key inspiration behind his ‘Winter’ w...
Watch water resistance
In 1926, Rolex introduced the Oyster. Thus, the first ‘waterproof’ watch was born. The word ‘waterproof’ for watches was subsequently changed t...
What makes a good watch? What to look for?
What makes a good watch? That’s a question that is often asked and actually a rather difficult one to answer in a straightforward manner. One may t...
The Movement Guide Overview
The great watchmaking nations of Switzerland, Germany, Japan, Russia and China, all have their own respective well-known movement manufacturers. Wa...
From Passion to Legend: The Pilot Watch From Laco
As one of a few exclusive companies the workshop in Pforzheim can look back on a long tradition. Whereas in the 1940s a Laco was an indispensable ...
Japanese vs Swiss vs Russian vs German
The Swiss watch industry has been in existence for several centuries and brands coming from Switzerland have built their legendary reputation on th...
Quartz or Mechanical watches?
Since 1969, when Seiko launched the first quartz watch, the Seiko Astron, the world has had this dilemma when it comes to watches. The rise of the ...
German Watch Guide
Around the world, there are countries that have established themselves as watchmaking nations. These countries not only have the artisans and tec...
Taking care of your watch – Part 1
Any watch that you purchase or receive should be taken care with great care. It is after all the ultimate accessory/jewellery for the wrist. A watc...
Everything about wristwatch straps - Part 1
Did you know that women were the first to don a wristwatch? It was initially created for them during a time when men had pockets to put pocket watc...
Russian Watch Guide
The history of Russia’s watchmaking industry began interestingly in the early 1900s when watchmakers emerged in the Soviet Union and they started...
Time to light up your love this Valentine’s Day
Beauty is in the eye of the beholder but the ELECTRICIANZ makes it plain as day with new timepieces just in time, pun not intended, for Valentine’s...
What are the parts of a watch? (Part 1)
In order to understand how a watch is made, we need to know the components or parts that make up a watch. The actual names of these parts will allow you to identify them easier and this is especially useful when reading about watches or to participate in discussions about them.
Primary types of materials used in a watch crystal.
Essentially there are 3 shapes to watch crystals with each of them providing a different aesthetic to the watch especially in the way it magnifies the dial. The flat crystal is a straightforward crystal that ensures that a watch remains as slim as possible. The domed crystal adds a little height to the case of the watch but offers a vintage look to the watch and may be more suited to rounded cases.
Types of Watches
The fascinating world of watches yield many types of watches and, while some categories are rarer than others, more often than not, attempting to list down all the types of watches that have been created may bring one to discover another type of watch! We hope you are able to find joy in each and every type of watch that has been created as they definitely bring our imaginations into different journeys as we handle these watches.
The History and Evolution of the Timepiece Part 2
As mentioned previously, it was in the 1800s that women became the first to don a wristwatch. In fact, the early wristwatches saw the case of the ...