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WHAT WE LOVE:A sleeper hit from Seiko’s golden era of mechanical chronographs, the 6139-7070 — nicknamed the “Baby Jumbo" — offers bold 1970s styling with a strong wrist presence. The black dial features a sub-dial at 6 o'clock and an outer tachymeter scale, with day-date display framed at 3...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Omega Speedmaster Date Ref. 3211.31, affectionately nicknamed the “Panda," offers an eye-catching twist on the traditional Speedmaster aesthetic. The silver dial with black sub-dials delivers that classic motorsport-inspired look, while the 40mm case size strikes an ideal balance ...

WHAT WE LOVE:A hallmark of late 1960s/early 1970s Omega innovation, the Seamaster f300 ‘Hummer’ combines classic Seamaster aesthetics with the experimental tuning fork movement developed in collaboration with Bulova. The result is a piece that hums (literally) with character — smooth sweeping ...

WHAT WE LOVE:With its clean, minimal design and timeless proportions, the Portofino Automatic perfectly captures IWC’s elegant dress watch language. The 40mm stainless steel case wears thin and refined, matched with a striking black sunburst dial, applied indices, and simple date window at 3 o’c...

WHAT WE LOVE:A professional tool watch built for the depths, the Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 is one of the last true “no-nonsense" divers from Rolex’s pre-ceramic era. With a clean black dial, aluminium bezel insert, and no cyclops magnifier over the date, it offers a more purposeful and understated...

WHAT WE LOVE:This Grigio Special Edition of the Mille Miglia GTS Power Control delivers a bold and modern take on Chopard’s signature racing chronometers. The 43mm titanium case offers robust wrist presence while maintaining wearability through its lightweight profile. The grey dial is accented wi...

WHAT WE LOVE:One of the purest expressions of mid-century Japanese watchmaking. The 45KS series was produced by Daini Seikosha and features a high-beat hand-wound movement with razor-sharp case lines, a crisp dial layout, and that signature grammar-of-design style that Grand Seiko would later be kno...

WHAT WE LOVE:A bold and distinctive design from Omega’s 1970s catalogue, the Ref. 166.089 earns its nickname “Jumbo" thanks to its larger-than-usual 38mm case — a significant presence for the era. The sharp tonneau case, and matte grey style dial combine for a watch that feels very much of its...

WHAT WE LOVE:One of the most playful and distinctive designs in Longines’ back catalogue. Nicknamed the “Comet," this model features a mysterious dial layout with rotating coloured discs in place of traditional hands — a white dot indicates the hour, while a blue comet-shaped disc shows the mi...

WHAT WE LOVE:A classic example of 1960s Omega design — slim, gold-plated, and effortlessly elegant. The minimalist dial layout, applied hour markers, and slim hands make this a refined dress watch that still feels relevant today. A timeless piece from a golden era of mechanical watchmaking, and a ...

WHAT WE LOVE:A modern reinterpretation of Longines’ iconic 1950s Conquest, this model stays true to the original while incorporating contemporary build quality. The deep black dial with applied indices and hands evokes classic mid-century elegance. Paired with a sturdy stainless steel bracelet, it...

WHAT WE LOVE:The modern revival of the PRX series has been a huge success for Tissot, and this quartz variant channels all the ‘70s integrated-bracelet design cues in an approachable, wearable format. The white dial is clean and versatile with applied indices. It’s a great entry point into the i...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Seiko 6138-3002, affectionately known as the “Jumbo," is one of the most iconic vintage chronographs from the golden age of Seiko mechanical watchmaking. With its bold case profile, vertically aligned dual registers, and utilitarian dial layout, it exudes a rugged charm that reson...

WHAT WE LOVE:Six decades from the release of the original Oris Diver, the team has brought the Divers Date 2024 series, echoing its original voice in a modern vessel. Oris has highlighted their new diver has been redesigned and upgraded but with a familiar mission to "make people smile", and they ha...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Doxa SUB 250T GMT continues the brand’s deep-sea legacy with a modern twist, offering robust construction, distinctive style, and practical dual-time functionality. This 2025 edition in vibrant orange pays homage to the brand’s iconic “Professional" dial — a colour Doxa pion...

WHAT WE LOVE:This PADI Special Edition “Turtle" from Seiko’s Prospex line continues the brand’s long-standing partnership with the Professional Association of Diving Instructors. The SRPE99K offers everything fans love about the Turtle — reliable performance, vintage-inspired cushion case, a...

WHAT WE LOVE:Introducing the Baltic MR01 in a salmon dial—a stunning blend of vintage charm and modern precision, designed for those who appreciate understated elegance. This exquisite timepiece captures the essence of classic watchmaking with a minimalist design that is both refined and timeless....

WHAT WE LOVE:Vulcain has long been celebrated for its storied association with U.S. Presidents and its pioneering mechanical alarm movements. The 50s Presidents Chronograph Heritage builds on that legacy, offering vintage-inspired aesthetics wrapped around a contemporary chronograph complication.Wit...

WHAT WE LOVE:A celebration of speed, precision, and engineering excellence, the Superfast Porsche 919 HF Edition embodies Chopard’s deep involvement in motorsport — particularly as official timing partner of the Porsche Motorsport team during their victorious LMP1 919 Hybrid era.Produced in a li...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Oyster Perpetual Date Ref. 15505 is a distinctly elegant expression of Rolex’s mid-century design language, executed here in a warm and under appreciated combination of stainless steel and 14k yellow gold. This reference was produced in the early 1980s and captures the transitiona...

WHAT WE LOVE:Released in tribute to six decades of James Bond on screen, this Seamaster Diver 300M celebrates the enduring relationship between Omega and the world’s most famous secret agent. Unlike the standard Bond editions, this model leans heavily into the legacy of the franchise without overi...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Porsche Design Chronograph by Orfina Ref. 7176 is a masterpiece of purposeful design, conceived by Ferdinand Alexander Porsche, the creative mind behind the iconic Porsche 911. Released in the 1970s, this model represents the birth of a new design philosophy that merged the precisio...

WHAT WE LOVE:Released in 2020 as a tribute to the 20th anniversary of the Paneristi online community, the PAM2020 “Venti" (Italian for twenty) is a limited-edition Radiomir that blends signature Panerai heritage with a warm, vintage-inspired execution. Limited to just 1,020 pieces, it was co-desig...

WHAT WE LOVE:The Black Bay 54 is a refined tribute to Tudor’s first dive watch, the legendary Ref. 7922 from 1954. This release takes vintage cues seriously — the 37mm case size, gilt accents, and unguarded crown are all nods to the original, while the modern execution brings it firmly into cont...