The journal
Articles
Reference guides, watch stories and considered advice for your next timepiece.
Three Watch Terms Explained: Complication, Movement and Calibre
Learn the three terms used in watch listings and turn them into practical questions about function, winding and servicing.
Richard Mille History: From RM 001 to a Distinctive Watch Brand
Understand Richard Mille’s 2001 debut, its model-specific technical approach and the practical checks behind a pre-owned purchase.
The Future of Luxury Watches: What Buyers Can Assess Now
A practical view of digital discovery, pre-owned certification and long-term service, without speculative NFT values or predictions of future returns.
Discontinued Rolex Watches: Collector Appeal Without Guarantees
Compare the 16610LV, 116600 and 16710 by their features and condition, not an assumption that discontinuation guarantees rising prices.
How Rolex Shapes the Pre-Owned Watch Market
Understand Rolex’s role in resale, compare asking prices with purchase offers, and assess an individual watch’s condition and documents.
The Patek Philippe Seal: Quality Standard, Not Authentication
Understand what the Patek Philippe Seal covers, why older watches need period-specific checks and why a stamp alone cannot establish authenticity.