Luminox Navy Seals Are Super Value

Let’s be honest, you don’t get a great dive spec from many prestige Swiss watch brands. 200m resistance for two grand? Not that tempting really. But Luminox take that more utilitarian, military spec approach. The new Navy Seal dive models aren’t going to impress your mates at Goodwood races, but they will do the job – and cost under £500. Handy. Beefy 45mm steel cases, … Continue reading Luminox Navy Seals Are Super Value

Tudor Pelagos FXD Edition: Solid, Crafted & Class

If you’re going to issue variations on a theme then the Tudor Pelgos is a good place to start. Featuring the in-House Tudor movement which is COSC standard, a decent depth resistance of 200m and that brand affinity with Rolex, the Pelagos has a great deal going for it. Some might say this is a poor man’s Submariner, but we like to think of it … Continue reading Tudor Pelagos FXD Edition: Solid, Crafted & Class

What’s On: Gardiner Houlgate Watch Auction, Wednesday June 24th

Gardiner Houlgate have another watch auction coming up this week. Lots include the ever popular Omega Seamaster and Constellation models, Rolex Oyster, Breitling Navitimer models, plus a pair of JLC bumper automatics, one of which has an 18ct gold case. We love the steel case example with the red power reserve indicator though – more wearable watch some might say. We spotted a very nice … Continue reading What’s On: Gardiner Houlgate Watch Auction, Wednesday June 24th