40mm or 35mm...? The Two Sizes Of The Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 Compared
To say that the Tissot PRX is a success would be an understatement. It is a massive hit, and for obvious reasons. Besides the overall very decent quality of the watch, combined with an accessible price, it’s mostly its style that made it so popular… The flair of the 1970s, the luxury sports watch look, the integrated design, a powerful and reliable movement and the resemblance with some of the most iconic watches (but clearly unattainable) of the category. It has it all. But the only mechanical option, up until recently, was undoubtedly on the large side. Problem (partially…) solved, as we now have the new Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 35mm. Is it perfect? Which model should you choose? We compare the 35mm and 40mm Tissot PRX to help you decide. Spoiler alert: it’ll be a hard choice!For many years, the concept of the luxury sports watch – refined, high-end watches (mostly) in stainless steel with a matching and integrated steel bracelet and thin movements, as f

Dietrich Device 1 (DD-1) Review // Value Proposition (Specs & Price)
Following the wild, avant-garde Organic Time watches, microbrand Dietrich is back with a refined, more disciplined approach with the Dietrich Device 1 (DD-1). Many design elements have been carried over to continue the organic design theme, such as a rounded hexagonal case, multidimensional dial and integrated lugs beneath the case, but the overall aesthetic has changed significantly. The movement has matured as well, advancing to a Swiss ETA automatic from the previous Japanese Miyota. It all culminates in a rare, unique package often reserved for luxury brands at much higher price points. Let's take a closer look.BACKGROUNDFounder Emmanuel Dietrich has both French and German roots and was born into a family of artists and artisans in Besan?on (centre of French watchmaking). His passion for watches came at the age of seven when he received a Cuppillard Rieme mini diver's watch as a present. While attending ecole Boulle design school in Paris, he earned a degree in interior design. He

Introducing: The 1970s-Inspired Nivada Grenchen Chronosport 38mm
Since its comeback in 2020, Nivada Grenchen has become one of the most active accessible brands on the scene, with a focus on reviving classic designs of the past in faithful vintage-inspired watches. After bringing back icons such as the Chronomaster Aviator Sea Diver, the Depthmaster Pac-Man dive watch or the Super Antarctic, it is now time for the brand to dig even deeper into its archives. The latest watch to bear the name Nivada on its dial is somehow an elusive one, a re-edition of a rare 1970s model that never made it to full production, until now. Meet the new Nivada Grenchen Chronosport 38mm.?The story behind this new Chronosport is once again a mix of past and present, and community-driven creativity. It all started when Guillaume Laidet, the man behind the resurrection of the brand, stumbled upon a rather surprising watch offered at an auction, a vintage chronograph named Chronosport. He posted it on Instagram, causing reactions from the community, asking for its return. Thi

Announcing - We're expanding and Tom Mulraney and Matthew Catellier are joining MONOCHROME - Monochrome Watches
It is with great pleasure that we welcome two gentlemen?to the Monochrome team, who will be helping us out to cover what we at Monochrome feel are great watches. The Monochrome selection so to say. Tom is Monochrome’s “man in London” and will cover everything that’s important, horologically speaking, from the UK and London in particular, while Matthew will be handling our selection of value propositions and cool Kickstarter brands.Tom Mulraney joins as Monochrome's unofficial “man in London” and will be covering everything from boutique openings, events or?in-depth hands-on reviews.?I first met Tom via email many, many years ago when we were both starting out as aspiring watch bloggers. At that time I hadn't met too many watch nuts from Down Under but I am pleased to say our paths have crossed many times since over the years, most often during the madness that is Baselworld. Ad - Scroll to continue with article

Hands-On - Czapek Geneve Quai des Bergues Guilloche - Monochrome Watches
The name Czapek, once famed as a partner of what would become Patek Philippe, came back to the forefront of the scene late 2015 with the elegant and well-thought out Quai des Bergues. The watch was awarded the public prize at GPHG 2016, one of the most (if not the most) meaningful industry award ceremony, which is no small achievement. The collection reflects the Czapek ethics to propose finely crafted classics whose understated style offers a distinctive twist and a distinctive character.The Quai des Bergues pink gold guilloche Emperor blue - unique piece. Ad - Scroll to continue with article This year the model is enhanced with exquisite guilloche dials, hand-made in the traditional way. This stylish timepiece is offered in three different versions: white gold with sea-salt grey' dial, steel with aqua blue' dial, and a unique piece in pink gold with an emperor