Author: Gil Tamam

About Lum-Tec Watches Lum-Tec, founded in 2008 by Chris Wiegand in Mentor, Ohio, quickly emerged as a significant player in the timepiece enthusiast world. From its inception, Lum-Tec aimed to redefine traditional watchmaking by prioritizing visibility, durability, and style. Wiegand’s passion for watches and his vision for combining innovation with craftsmanship laid the foundation for the brand’s success. With a focus on utilizing luminescent materials for enhanced visibility in low-light conditions, Lum-Tec gained recognition for its pioneering advancements in luminescence technology. The brand’s commitment to quality craftsmanship and attention to detail became evident in each meticulously designed timepiece, garnering a…

Ocean Crawler Watches Review When you start looking into microbrand dive watches, you’ll realize that a lot of them look the same or get a lot of their design cues from well-known brands. That’s why it was such a relief to find Ocean Crawler. Now here is a company that refuses to be a sheep. They are more concerned with being the first to market with innovative designs and constructions for timepieces. With its unique styles and high-quality diver watches, Ocean Crawler is gaining ground in the competitive automatic watch business. There are two things that, in my opinion, a…

Formex, a Swiss-made luxury watch brand, is renowned for its high-quality, robust timepieces that combine innovative engineering with motorsport-inspired aesthetics. Founded in 2000 by Hans-Peter and Ferdinand Gradel, Formex emphasizes direct-to-consumer sales, enhancing product quality over marketing costs. Notable models include the Essence Chronometer, REEF Chronometer, Essence Leggera, and FIELD Automatic, all featuring advanced materials like 316L stainless steel, carbon fiber composites, and zirconium oxide ceramics. While praised for design and durability, the brand faces challenges in pricing and resale value.

Discover the Rich King Master Chronograph, a watch that strikes a delicate balance between homage and originality. When we first encountered the young London-based brand, established in 2023, we were intrigued by their ambition and stylish offerings. The Master Chronograph, with its stainless steel case, black waffle dial, and vertical subdials, immediately caught our eye.

Is this timepiece just a budget-friendly mimic of the renowned Audemars Piguet Royal Oak, or does it stand on its own merits? Join us as we delve into the details, from its robust Miyota quartz movement to its comfortable 41mm diameter and 5 ATM water resistance. We’ll also touch on the design nuances and practical features that make this watch worth considering.

Curious about how this new player in the watch industry measures up? Read on to find out if the Rich King Master Chronograph is the stylish, reliable timepiece you’ve been searching for.

The Navygraf Slim CMM.20 represents the latest evolution of Yema’s iconic Navygraf model. Equipped with Yema’s in-house designed and manufactured CMM.20
micro-rotor caliber, this new version features a sleeker and more refined 39mm case that is almost 3mm thinner than its predecessor. The case’s balanced
proportions and elegant finishes, including a contrasting polished chamfer, give the watch a sophisticated and timeless look.
The black lacquered dial showcases Yema’s French manufacturing heritage, with all text printed in French and the “Manufacture Française” signature at 6 o’clock.
The deep black color creates a stunning backdrop for the raised polished indices and faceted steel hands, which are all treated with luminous material for
enhanced legibility in low light conditions.
Another highlight of the Navygraf Slim is its rotating bezel, which is entirely crafted from scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. This minimalist bezel design
complements the purity of the dial while retaining the essential functionality of a diving watch. The exhibition caseback allows wearers to admire the intricate
details of the CMM.20 caliber, a rare manufacture movement produced in Yema’s own workshops.
With its elegant yet versatile design, the Navygraf Slim CMM.20 promises to be a compelling choice for watch enthusiasts seeking a sophisticated timepiece that
can seamlessly transition from the office to more casual settings. Limited to just 200 pieces, this model will be available for preorder on Yema’s website starting
May 7, with deliveries scheduled for August 2024.

Draken watches has brought back the Peregrine with an all-new design, making for a more wearable and reliable wristwatch.

A bit of background and what we have here Two months ago, we introduce you the Nodus microbrand.Now we are introducing the Trailtrekker, the latest GMT watch forged by the many years of history created between Nodus Watches, based out of California, and Raven Trekker, a Kansas-based microbrand well known for its sturdy travel watches. These two exceptional companies have brought both styles into one rugged, multi-faceted, stylish piece. Comfort and simplicity are the name of the game with the Trailtrekker, sporting a thickness of only 11.8mm and 46.6mm from lug to lug, You can be sure you’re guaranteed a…