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From East Wind to Seagull: Tracing the Pivotal Role of the DongFeng ST5, "1st CDM"

From East Wind to Seagull: Tracing the Pivotal ...

Just like many vintage enthusiasts, I'm going through a phase where I relentlessly explore the world of Chinese vintage watches. This section of horology is one that I feel a...

From East Wind to Seagull: Tracing the Pivotal ...

Just like many vintage enthusiasts, I'm going through a phase where I relentlessly explore the world of Chinese vintage watches. This section of horology is one that I feel a...

Premium Blue Leather Watch Straps: Alran, Epsom, and Togo - Ultimate Guide

Premium Blue Leather Watch Straps: Alran, Epsom...

Introduction: Elevate Your Timepiece with Blue Leather In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore three options: Alran, Epsom, and Togo leather straps in shades of blue. Quick Comparison: Alran vs Epsom vs...

Premium Blue Leather Watch Straps: Alran, Epsom...

Introduction: Elevate Your Timepiece with Blue Leather In this comprehensive guide, we'll explore three options: Alran, Epsom, and Togo leather straps in shades of blue. Quick Comparison: Alran vs Epsom vs...

Vintage Watch Hunting in Tokyo: A Watch Enthusiasts's 36-hour Quest for Vintage Chronographs

Vintage Watch Hunting in Tokyo: A Watch Enthusi...

I recently embarked on a 1.5-day adventure in Tokyo, squeezing in some serious vintage watch hunting before heading to the serene landscapes of Kawaguchiko to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. The...

Vintage Watch Hunting in Tokyo: A Watch Enthusi...

I recently embarked on a 1.5-day adventure in Tokyo, squeezing in some serious vintage watch hunting before heading to the serene landscapes of Kawaguchiko to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. The...

The Shanghai 1120: A Hidden Gem of Chinese Watchmaking

The Shanghai 1120: A Hidden Gem of Chinese Watc...

A Personal Connection In my collection of timepieces, the Shanghai 1120 holds a special place. This watch embodies the very essence of what Chinese manufacturing aspires to be: a perfect...

The Shanghai 1120: A Hidden Gem of Chinese Watc...

A Personal Connection In my collection of timepieces, the Shanghai 1120 holds a special place. This watch embodies the very essence of what Chinese manufacturing aspires to be: a perfect...

Why This Universal Genève Calatrava Made Me Rethink Dress Watches

Why This Universal Genève Calatrava Made Me Ret...

There's something special about finding the perfect vintage watch. In my collection, the 14k gold Universal Genève Calatrava holds a unique place - it's the piece that completely changed my...

Why This Universal Genève Calatrava Made Me Ret...

There's something special about finding the perfect vintage watch. In my collection, the 14k gold Universal Genève Calatrava holds a unique place - it's the piece that completely changed my...

The Birth of Shanghai Watch (上海手表) and Early Innovation (1955-1957)

The Birth of Shanghai Watch (上海手表) and Early In...

In old China, Shanghai's horological landscape was limited to small repair workshops, with no proper watch manufacturing facilities to speak of. A transformative moment came in 1955, when following the...

The Birth of Shanghai Watch (上海手表) and Early In...

In old China, Shanghai's horological landscape was limited to small repair workshops, with no proper watch manufacturing facilities to speak of. A transformative moment came in 1955, when following the...