Our Collecting Journal

The Minister’s Watch: Chasing Zhou Enlai’s Legendary Vintage Shanghai Watch

The Minister’s Watch: Chasing Zhou Enlai’s Lege...

I first read about this watch early in my research into Chinese vintage timepieces. Nearly every article on vintage Shanghai watches mentions this model— Shanghai A623 was most famously worn by...

The Minister’s Watch: Chasing Zhou Enlai’s Lege...

I first read about this watch early in my research into Chinese vintage timepieces. Nearly every article on vintage Shanghai watches mentions this model— Shanghai A623 was most famously worn by...

Orient Grand Prix: The Japanese Calatrava and Its Timeless Elegance

Orient Grand Prix: The Japanese Calatrava and I...

It all started when I was doom-scrolling on Instagram and stumbled upon a Calatrava-style, time-only gold dress watch. The watch had all the features I adore: a clean dial, baton...

Orient Grand Prix: The Japanese Calatrava and I...

It all started when I was doom-scrolling on Instagram and stumbled upon a Calatrava-style, time-only gold dress watch. The watch had all the features I adore: a clean dial, baton...

The Complete Guide to Watch Strap Combinations: Colors, Textures, and Pairings (2026)

The Complete Guide to Watch Strap Combinations:...

📸 Browse our strap lookbook for inspiration View Lookbook → Why Your Watch Strap Choice Matters Whether you're pairing a strap with a Rolex Datejust or a vintage Cartier Tank,...

The Complete Guide to Watch Strap Combinations:...

📸 Browse our strap lookbook for inspiration View Lookbook → Why Your Watch Strap Choice Matters Whether you're pairing a strap with a Rolex Datejust or a vintage Cartier Tank,...

Understanding Watch Lug Width: A Complete Guide

Understanding Watch Lug Width: A Complete Guide

When it comes to personalising your timepiece with a new watch strap, one crucial measurement can make or break your purchase: the lug width. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or...

Understanding Watch Lug Width: A Complete Guide

When it comes to personalising your timepiece with a new watch strap, one crucial measurement can make or break your purchase: the lug width. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or...

The Untold Story of Beijing Watch

The Untold Story of Beijing Watch

I've previously delved into the fascinating stories of Shanghai and DongFeng watches - from the first self-developed movement to the first Chinese military dive watch. Today, I turn my attention to another compelling story...

The Untold Story of Beijing Watch

I've previously delved into the fascinating stories of Shanghai and DongFeng watches - from the first self-developed movement to the first Chinese military dive watch. Today, I turn my attention to another compelling story...

The Understated Polerouter: A Collector's Late-Night Find

The Understated Polerouter: A Collector's Late-...

My late-night doom scrolling on Yahoo Auction has become something of a ritual—a modern treasure hunt where I'm always searching for that perfect, hidden gem. Ever since Universal Genève relaunched,...

The Understated Polerouter: A Collector's Late-...

My late-night doom scrolling on Yahoo Auction has become something of a ritual—a modern treasure hunt where I'm always searching for that perfect, hidden gem. Ever since Universal Genève relaunched,...