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Heinrich Taucher 2: Retro Tool Watch With a German Twist

It’s a cliche to say that Germany is famous for its pure pursuit of engineering but in some cases it is proven true. Take the single minded excellence of German sports cars from BMW, Porsche or Audi over the last 50 years. From Gutenberg’s printing press to Bauhaus architecture, the Germans have always pushed the limits of tech, yet made form follow function. Then there’s … Continue reading Heinrich Taucher 2: Retro Tool Watch With a German Twist

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Say Hello To The Cerberus Series 1 Skeleton

Cerberus Watches is a venture created by two watch repair guys from Nottingham in the UK. They looked at many Indie brands and Swiss brands and thought they could create something interesting and good quality, for not too much money. The result is Cerberus Watches and their skeleton dial automatic is on Kickstarter now if you fancy buying into it. It has already hit its … Continue reading Say Hello To The Cerberus Series 1 Skeleton

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Kickstarter Watches: Aerotec Ace AX GMT: Vivid Styling, Decent Spec

We just spotted this one on Kickstarter and as it’s already funded it’s going ahead. Say hello to the Aerotec Ace AX GMT diver. It’s an interesting dial finish too, with a sort of textured effect which looks like the surface of the moon. Seiko NH34 movement, 200m of resistance and a sapphire crystal. The lume is unusual too, in that it’s placed almost like … Continue reading Kickstarter Watches: Aerotec Ace AX GMT: Vivid Styling, Decent Spec

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Kickstarter Watches: LINX Magellan, Dive Style, Affordable Price

There are lots of Indie brand quartz movement dive style watches on the market, but the LINX Magellan, which has a steel case, Miyota movement, sapphire crystal and 100m of resistance is competitive at $195 on pre-order. It’s full funded on Kick, so this one is going ahead. Steel bracelet, or silicone rubber strap (extra $29) if you do like a bit of swimming and … Continue reading Kickstarter Watches: LINX Magellan, Dive Style, Affordable Price

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Twin Movement Cylindrex is a Techie Delight

Sometimes a watch isn’t really about telling the time. If that was the only criteria then we would all be wearing £25 Casios and be happy with them for ten years. No, style matters, innovation and occasionally you need a little technology to delight the mind with its intricate gear-driven charm. Step forward this Kickstarter project, the Cylindrex. It has two auto Miyota movements inside, … Continue reading Twin Movement Cylindrex is a Techie Delight

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Three New Watches We Spotted on Kickstarter

Been a while since we checked in on Kickstarter and we found there’s plenty of new stuff to get excited about. LINX EFFECT First up is the Linx Magellen, created by an indie brand based in Philly, who are making a dive style watch with a modest 100m of resistance, considering its high spec. Screwdown crown, sapphire crystal, uni-click countdown bezel and superluminova all add … Continue reading Three New Watches We Spotted on Kickstarter

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MU:N Moonphase is Reaching For The Stars

The MU:N brand might not be familiar to you, but if you love people who take risks with design and aim for zen-like perfection when it comes to moonphase timepieces, this is worth a look. On Kick right now by the way and fully funded past its target. The 38mm automatics start at 920 euro on the pre-order deals and you get something unique, with … Continue reading MU:N Moonphase is Reaching For The Stars

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Ferro Race Master in Auto, Or Meca-Quartz

Motorsport fans will want to check out this latest Kickstarter project from Ferro & Co watches. The car racing inspired Race Master series has bold dial designs, plenty of distinctive lume, plus a see-thru caseback on the automatic versions, with decorated rotor. The super early bird deals have been snapped up, but at $560 this is still relatively affordable for a sports chronograph with this … Continue reading Ferro Race Master in Auto, Or Meca-Quartz

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