Swedish avant-garde brand Pedral is due to release its second watch collection later this month and it’s safe to say that it’s a head-turner. The Artefact continues where the brand’s previous collection, the Okapi, left off, using its off-kilter dial geometry as its starting point, but taking things further by introducing an all-new case design. Founder, Kevin Pedral describes the Artefact as retro-futuristic with a nod to the understated minimalist elegance of Swedish design. It will be available in a choice of eight colours (including the Silver Symphony seen here) when it launches on Kickst ..read more

The Scarifour from UK brand Benjamin James is due to launch on Kickstarter soon and something about it strikes me instantly. Unusually for a debut watch the Scarifour is not a diver, or even a GADA (Go Anywhere, Do Anything) watch, but a dress watch! After working in the industry for several years, brand founder Ben has branched out on his own, driven by a desire to create a watch born out of his obsession with watch sizing, an aspect that he says can make or break a timepiece. So, we’re off to a good start, as he certainly has a kindred spirit in me on that front. The second thing that’s inf ..read more

Second Hour is an Australian watch brand, founded in 2019 by husband and wife powerhouse Peter and Akira. Based in Melbourne, over the course of just four years the brand has quickly gained a following amongst the enthusiast community. They also continue to develop a network of stockists across North America and Europe with more to come. With a name originating from the affectionate term divers’ give to clear seas, the Gin Clear MK2 is the brand’s flagship diver and is priced at $1200AUD (approx. £620 / €725). You can choose from four colours; Ocean Sunset, Sunburst Black, Pastel Blue or Arcti ..read more

Named after the brightest star in the northern celestial hemisphere, Arcturus Watches was founded in 2018 on the belief that well-designed, top-quality watches should be accessible to everybody. Their ethos is to create stunning timepieces with a signature dash of Singapore charm with designs that draw on the island-state’s multicultural melting pot for inspiration. ​Of course, not being Singaporean, or having even visited, I can’t say whether that’s true or not, so I’ll leave that for others to judge after reading my review of its latest offering, the LC-2 Vanda tourbillon. The Arcturus LC-2 ..read more

In the world of horology, where craftsmanship meets art, Monarte Watches has been a shining beacon since its inception in 2018. The name “Monarte” is a fusion of two Latin words – “mono,” meaning only or single, and “artus,” meaning art. The combination forms the essence of the brand, translating to “Pure art.” Monarte Watches stands by the slogan, “Complexity crafted elegantly simple,” a testament to their commitment to intricate details and exceptional craftsmanship presented in a beautifully simplistic manner. Crafting Timepieces with a Story Every component of a Monarte watch has a unique ..read more

Sherpa Watches, the innovative independent brand, is set to launch an exciting addition to its collection this December. Teaming up with The Real Time Show (TRTS), an influential industry insider podcast hosted by Alon Ben Joseph and Rob Nudds, Sherpa Watches introduces a sandblasted stainless steel version of its OPS model. After the successful release of its Ultradive and OPS models last summer, this latest edition showcases a sleek matte-finish stainless steel exterior, a departure from the traditional black DLC OPS. The satin blast finish not only transforms the watch’s aesthetics but also ..read more

As much as I love to hear a brand’s elaborate backstory, with smatterings of hyperbole thrown in for good measure, it can sometimes come across as a little disingenuous to readers when it’s for a new brand. It’s refreshing therefore to review a watch from a newcomer that leaves any pretence at the door, choosing instead to just offer a well-specced watch at an incredible price. And this is exactly what the Aquareef Dual Time from Golby Watches promises buyers. Whilst inevitably this gives me less to write about, it also means that I can get straight to the point and give you an ‘in a nutshell ..read more

As the festive season unfolds, Code41, the avant-garde Swiss watchmaking brand, is unwrapping a series of special Christmas offers that will delight horology enthusiasts and watch aficionados alike. Until December 15th, patrons have the exclusive opportunity to avail themselves of discounts ranging from 10% to a staggering 40% on select models, making this holiday season the perfect time to acquire a masterpiece that not only tells time but also narrates a tale of innovation, transparency, and community collaboration. Anomaly-02: A 40% Off Spectacle Building on the success of the truly sensati ..read more

Whilst German brand BOTTA is best known for its one-handed watches designed to ‘slow down time’, their collection does also include models that use the more traditional two-handed time-telling approach, but that share the same Bauhaus-inspired modern design. Perhaps the quirkiest of these is the CLAVIUS. Case and Wearing Experience The CLAVIUS comes in a choice of two finishes, Black (Black dial with titanium case), or the Black Edition tested here, which features a black PVD case for a stealthy monochromatic look. The large 44mm diameter case of the CLAVIUS is a bold choice for such a simple ..read more

This week marks the end of the Battle of Britain.  To commemorate this historic moment, Zero West Watches have created a very limited release of just 50 H2 timepieces with the dial design based upon the slip-turn indicator of the iconic Mk1 Hawker Hurricane and the date code of the battle’s Hardest Day – 18/08/40. Mounted in the watch back are discs of the rare and original metal, recast from the Rolls-Royce Merlin engine of P3708. A turning point in WW2, this timepiece captures the epic story of the Battle of Britain, from its initiation by Germany’s Luftwaffe on the 10th July 1940 to i ..read more