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German watches

SINN 356 Pilot Classic Trio: Beautifully Finished, But Pricey

German brand SINN has three variations on a classic aviator watch, with the 60s style bicompax dial layout, on the books for Autumn 2023. Our fave is the gradient grey dial 356 Pilot Classic model, which has a subtle blend of  old school styling and tool watch utility. Those beefy chrono pushers look built to last, the quarter second markers on the chapter ring are … Continue reading SINN 356 Pilot Classic Trio: Beautifully Finished, But Pricey

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Modern Quartz

Sekonda Speed Dual Time Chronograph

Fashion watches at fair prices. That’s what Sekonda UK could use as a slogan, although it doesn’t really tick any woke or Insta-influencer boxes of course. But this latest chrono is a perfect example of a 50m resistant mens chronograph, that’s got a Miyota quartz movement, the usual stopwatch features, plus date. All for under £100. Not bad we think, when brands like Boss, DKNY, … Continue reading Sekonda Speed Dual Time Chronograph

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Classic Swiss

Summer Watches: Zodiac Sea Wolf Goes Green. Like Super Green

Do you love green? I mean really wild dangerous looking insect green? Then step this way because Zodiac has the summer watch for you. The Super Sea Wolf Compression offers 200m of water resistance, a green silicone rubber strap, sapphire crystal, Swiss STP movement inside and a 40mm diameter. That’s a good compromise size for most. The downside is it retails at £1295, which is … Continue reading Summer Watches: Zodiac Sea Wolf Goes Green. Like Super Green

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Ali Express Watches

Seestern Titanium Homage: Pelagos Looks, Citizen Price Tag

Seestern just sent us info on their latest watch and it is their first ever titanium case wristwatch too. The lightweight diver is powered by a Seiko NH series automatic and has a depth rating of 200m. It’s not visible on their AliExpress shop just yet, but pre-order should go live soon, with delivery due in April. We predict a £180-ish price tag. Same 39mm … Continue reading Seestern Titanium Homage: Pelagos Looks, Citizen Price Tag

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Sinn Wins Design Award For Its 1800 GG Model

Sinn has received a Design award for their all black case on the 1800 GG model in Germany. “We are really pleased that the 1800 S GG DAMSZENER received this award – it confirms our principle of developing and designing watches in strict conformity with the relevant requirements”, comments Lothar Schmidt, qualified engineer, owner of Sinn Spezialuhren. The watch also features a steel dial which … Continue reading Sinn Wins Design Award For Its 1800 GG Model

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Watch market news

Watch Sales Round Up: Best Online Deals We Spotted

OK, time for another scout around the web to see if we can find some tempting January Sale prices. ROCKING MODS WATCHES We love the Seiko Batman in blue and black, which features the trusty NH35 movement, 40mm case, Merc hands plus big cyclops magnifier. At £235, down from £320 this one is a decent buy.  Also at £255 there’s a rose gold and two-tone … Continue reading Watch Sales Round Up: Best Online Deals We Spotted

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Round Up: Black Friday Deals, Codes n What Not

We looked at the email Inbox and online for some interesting Black Friday watch deals. Here goes; SEESTERN Use the FALL22, 1111 or Chrono11 codes at checkout to get some money off the latest models from the Chinese brand. The Pilot style homage to IWC looks nice, as does the Sugess Zenith tribute at $239. More here. G-SHOCK Plenty of offers at the Casio site … Continue reading Round Up: Black Friday Deals, Codes n What Not

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Latest Aviation Themed Watches From Sekonda

Yes, the Omega Speedmaster is a classic dial design. The Moonswatch collabs by Swatch are also beautiful. But even though they are cheaper than an original Speedmaster, you’re still talking £400 plus from one of the many resellers online. Then you have the possibility that the Moonswatch you just bought is a fake… So assuming the car has failed its MoT and the first big … Continue reading Latest Aviation Themed Watches From Sekonda

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