Guides
Honest, useful guides to skeleton & automatic watches — how they work, what's worth paying for, and how to choose your first.
How long does an automatic watch run without wearing it? Power reserve and winding
Most automatics keep running for about a day and a half to two days after you take them off. How to wind one with...
Read the guide →
How does an automatic watch work? Rotor, mainspring and balance explained
An automatic watch winds itself with the motion of your wrist. Rotor, mainspring, escapement and balance (21,600 beats per hour) explained clearly.
Read the guide →
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...
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →
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.
Read the guide →