
Tool Watches


Is This the Best Titanium Chronograph Under $500?
One of America's best microbrands makes a compelling argument.

Why Do Some Bezel Markings Only Go to 15? A Dive-Watch Expert Explains
It turns out these little markers actually do serve a purpose, though it's one you may never need.

Why Do NATO Watch Straps Have This Puzzling Feature? Most People Get It Wrong
What's the real deal with the extra piece of nylon on the back of these inexpensive watch straps?
By Zen Love

Breitling’s Latest Tool Watch Puts an Actual Piece of Aviation History on Your Wrist
This watch is more well-traveled than you are.

Is It Safe to Wear a Dive Watch in a Sauna or Steam Room? Read This Before You Try It
This hotly debated question seems so easy to answer, only it's not.
By Ben Bowers

Blancpain Finally Listened to Its Fans and Made a Smaller Fifty Fathoms Diver
Dive watch fans, rejoice.

Why Are Watch Nerds All Wearing Snoopy Watches Right Now?
This beagle has more horological cred than you might think.
By Zen Love and Johnny Brayson

Why This $17 Casio Is the Cheapest Watch Worth Buying
Not only does the ubiquitous Casio F-91W offer unbeatable features for next to no money, it's an enduring cultural icon.
By Zen Love


This 1970s Seiko Is One of the Brand’s the Best Vintage Dive Watches
The Seiko 6105 is an unlikely legend but one that's earned its reputation.
By Jon Gaffney

This American Tool Watch Borrows a Feature from EDC Pocket Knives
The TrailTrekker is a collab between two U.S. microbrands.

The 50 Most Popular Swiss Watch Brands
Rolex is obviously number one, but there are plenty of surprises.

This Reimagined ’90s Military Watch Is Like a Tank for Your Wrist
We go hands-on with the Tornek-Rayville "Blakjak."

The Best Watches You Can Buy Under $500
Affordability meets desirability.
By Johnny Brayson, Chris Wright, and Zen Love

Seiko Made Some Big Improvements to Its Popular Vintage-Style Diver
But one change is guaranteed to be divisive.

This Affordable Dive Watch Was a 1950s Prototype for the U.S. Navy
We go hands-on with Bulova's modern reissue of the MIL-SHIPS-W-2181.

Omega Just Dropped a Rare White Speedmaster: The Rumors Were True
First spied on the wrist of Daniel Craig, the white Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch has officially landed.


The Best Blue Dial Watches at Every Price Point
You're my boy, blue.
By Johnny Brayson and Zen Love