
Tool Watches


Watch History: 1950s Timepieces Every Collector Should Know
The decade that defined the tool watch, and the pieces that made it happen.


What Happens When a Fashion Watch Brand Makes a Watch for Enthusiasts?
The Jack Mason Strat-o-timer GMT is a major turning point for the Texas brand.

Q Timex GMT Review: What Do You Get in a $229 Travel Watch?
We go hands-on with the affordable GMT to see if it's as compelling as its price suggests.

The Best New Tool & Dive Watches of 2023
From affordable to luxury, it was a banner year for purpose-built watches.
Presented By Citizen

Why Small Watches Are the Next Big Trend in Watchmaking
If 36mm is the new 40mm, what's driving the drop?

The 14 Best Watches of 2023
Resurrected and unexpected designs are where we found inspiration for this year's GP100.


The 10 Most Important Watches of WWII
From the A-11 to the Panerai Radiomir, these horological gems are worth a second look.
By Oren Hartov

Who Makes the Best NATO Strap? We’ve Tested Them All
We tried different NATOs from fan-favorite strap makers to see how different they can really be.
By Zen Love and Andrew Connor

Rowing Blazers and Zodiac Bring an Iconic Movie Watch to Life
It tells time simultaneously in Monte Carlo, Beverly Hills, London, Paris, Rome and Gstaad.

The Fascinating and Humble History of the NATO Watch Strap
From military roots to modern style.
By Gear Patrol

This Bourbon Watch Collab Is Actually Well Done
Yes, the watch comes with a free bottle of whiskey.

Seiko Throws It Back With a Pair of Retro Automatic Panda Chronographs
The new Prospex Speedtimers take inspiration from one of the brand's vintage gems.

Unimatic and Royal Enfield Collab on the Perfect Riding Watch
The legendary Indian bike maker joins forces with the upstart Italian watch brand.

Get Up to 30% Off Watches from Seiko, Tissot, Citizen, Bulova, Rado and More at Macy’s
Watches this good are rarely discounted by this much. In fact, some are at the lowest price of the season.
By Sean Tirman

Seiko Resurrects Its Original GMT Tool Watch from the 1960s
The Navigator Timer was first released in 1968 — three years before the similarly styled Rolex Explorer II.

Five Affordable Alternatives to the Omega Speedmaster
Watches from Swatch, Bulova and others offer the versatile appeal and technical feel of the Speedy for far less scratch.
By Zen Love and Johnny Brayson

5 Cheaper Alternatives to the Rolex Submariner
It's tough to beat the original, but these dive watches might scratch the itch.
By Zen Love