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Honest, useful guides to skeleton & automatic watches — how they work, what's worth paying for, and how to choose your first.

Skeleton Watches: The Honest Buyer's Guide
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Skeleton Watches: The Honest Buyer's Guide

The heartbeat, the hype and the honest truth about skeleton watches: how they work, what's worth paying for, the traps to dodge, and how...

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Why Buy a Skeleton Watch? 5 Honest Reasons
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Why Buy a Skeleton Watch? 5 Honest Reasons

Thinking about a skeleton watch? Five honest reasons an open-heart automatic is worth it, plus the case against.

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Rose Gold Watches for Men: A Style Guide
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Rose Gold Watches for Men: A Style Guide

How to wear a rose gold watch with confidence: skin tones, outfit pairings and a standout open-heart automatic pick.

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How to Care for an Automatic Watch
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How to Care for an Automatic Watch

Keep your automatic watch at its best: winding, water resistance, cleaning, magnets and servicing in five simple habits.

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The Best Skeleton Watches Under €300
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The Best Skeleton Watches Under €300

The best affordable skeleton watches under €300: what to look for, the traps to avoid, and three open-heart automatics worth your wrist.

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What Is a Skeleton Watch? Open-Heart Movements Explained
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What Is a Skeleton Watch? Open-Heart Movements Explained

What is a skeleton watch and how does an open-heart dial work? A simple, vivid guide to one of watchmaking's most captivating designs.

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How to Measure Your Wrist for a Watch
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How to Measure Your Wrist for a Watch

Measure your wrist for a men's watch in 60 seconds and pick the right case size with our simple chart and fit tips.

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Automatic vs Quartz: The Honest Comparison
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Automatic vs Quartz: The Honest Comparison

Battery or heartbeat? An honest comparison of automatic and quartz watches: power, accuracy, feel and which one is right for you.

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