About Vintage 1926 At'Sea Automatic Review and Giveaway
Review and photos by Mike RazakYou may not be familiar with Copenhagen-based About Vintage. The brand name is as much a descriptor as anything else. (And it's perhaps a bit too on the nose, but let's...
View ArticleSangamon Mother Road Collection
The Sangamon Watch Company of Springfield, Illinois has launched its third model, once more drawing inspiration from classic Americana. The Mother Road Collection pays tribute to US Route 66 with...
View ArticleCraig Shelly Pink Pearl
Review and photos by @watchmakers.daughter from Instagram. Craig Shelly of Beverly Hills is a watch and jewelry brand that is dedicated to social change. Their watches use Swiss movements and are...
View ArticleDraken Benguela
A couple of weeks ago, I told you about the Benguela, a new diver that Draken Watches was preparing to launch on Kickstarter. Well, we are now just two days away from launch, and I am ready to share my...
View ArticleInterview: Susan Galvin
The Galvin Watch Company is a new Australian microbrand that recently launched its first model on Kickstarter. The Alku is a classically styled 38.5mm unisex watch powered by a Miyota 9039 automatic...
View ArticleMitch Mason Chronicle
Review and photos by Mike RazakThe Chronicle is the first offering from Singapore-based Mitch Mason, founded by Benedict Ong. The brand’s stated mission is producing reliable timepieces that are at the...
View ArticleRetras Dive Watch
Today, I’ve got a rather dandy retro-style watch for review, and I do mean “retro.” Retras Watches let me try their debut model, a midsize diver assembled in the Netherlands with a Swiss automatic...
View ArticleThe Ultimate Shark Week Watch
So what does one do after watching the Discovery Channel's Shark Week for seven straight days? If you are Time Bum contributor, Nathaniel DeNicola, you compose a comprehensive analysis of what would be...
View ArticleUndone Aero Scientific
I have long hoped some intrepid microbrand would produce an affordable homage. Well, today is the day! The prolific team at Undone has just launched the Aero, and I was lucky enough for them to give me...
View ArticleArchon Sealiner
Review and photos by Mike RazakWhen the people of Rhodes sought to commemorate their successful defense against Demetrius Poliorcetes' year-long siege, they turned to Chares of Lindos. A sculptor of...
View ArticleChristopher Ward C65 GMT Worldtimer
I've been a fan of Christopher Ward watches for years now. I've followed the brand through several logos, featured many models on this site, and owned a few myself, having acquired my first in my...
View ArticleSolomon Straps
Back in March, I introduced you to Daniel Cheek of Beckett Leather Goods, an American brand handcrafting bespoke watch straps, including those made from exotic leathers and up-cycled items. Daniel now...
View ArticleHow Omega Sets Itself Apart
This sponsored post is a paid advertisement. All text and photos were provided by the client.The Omega brand is a Swiss luxury watchmaker. It is well known for its range of high-quality, extravagant...
View ArticleGeckota G-02 GMT
Today's review is by Guest Bum Zach Gulsby, an Account Manager by day, and a lifelong wristwatch enthusiast. His Instagram handle is @zgulsby. Am I a world traveler? Not really. Do I need to know...
View ArticlePreview: Christopher Ward C65 Super Compressor
So when was the last time you saw a new Super Compressor? No, not a vintage-style, dual-crown diving watch but the real deal that uses the increase in water pressure when diving to squeeze the case...
View ArticleVario 1918 Trench Watch
As a brand, Vario has more than a few irons in the fire, but I tend to think of them in two parts. One part is straps and accessories and this is where the brand got its start. In this area, Vario has...
View ArticleNine Four Successor
Back in February, I reviewed a prototype Nine Four Successor. Since then, they completed their Kickstarter campaign, got fully funded, produced their first run, and even sold out of one variant (this...
View ArticleSwiss Watch Co. Sport
Review and photos by Mike RazakDon’t let the name fool you. The Swiss Watch Company is anything but generic. I reviewed the brand’s debut watch, the now sold-out Diveralmost a year ago and came away...
View ArticleAtticus Adventure Meteora
Very soon, you will be able to order an Atticus watch, and this is a big deal. You see, Atticus is the brainchild of Rusty Mahony. Rusty is part of the design team at NTH Watches, where he was...
View ArticleGiveaway: Vario Watch Accessory Package
What time is it? Time for another giveaway, that's what. This time, it's a prize package of all the cool Vario watch cases and leather accessories I reviewed in July, including:Belarusian leather watch...
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