Posts in Fashion Watches

Biden Watch Review | The Best Selling Watch on Amazon... But Why?

This is the most popular watch on Amazon right now. It’s not a Rolex, not a Casio, not even a MoonSwatch. No, this watch is a…Biden? Wait, what?!

Chronograph Watches, Fashion Watches, Watches Under $50Ben ArthurJanuary 22, 2024Biden Watch Review, Best Wrist on Amazon For Men, Amazon Watches For Men, Biden Men's WatchesComment

Is This Dirt-Cheap Casio Really a PRX-Killer? - Casio MTP-B145D Review

Introducing the new MTP-B145D. It’s the latest ‘Tiffany’ blue watch from Casio, and unlike the previous one, this one is actually made of stainless steel.

Casio Watches, Casio Watches List, Fashion Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Quartz Watches, Watches Under $50Ben ArthurDecember 22, 2023Casio MTP-B145D, Casio MTP-B145D Review, Casio MTP_B145 Tiffany, Casio Tiffany Blue Comments

Daniel Wellington Iconic Link Automatic Review – The Worst Value Watch You Can Buy?

What happens when the worst watch brand on social media produces a complex, mechanical watch?

Watches Under $300, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Automatic Watches, Daniel Wellington Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurDecember 22, 2022Daniel Wellington Automatic Watch Review, Daniel Wellington Iconic Link Automatic, Daniel Wellington Iconic Link Automatic Review Comment

MVMT Watch Review | Are MVMT Watches Finally Worth Buying?

It's been almost five years since I reviewed MVMT. Are they still the worst watch brand?

Watches Under $150, Field Watches, Quartz Watches, MVMT Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurDecember 15, 2022MVMT Watch Review, MVMT Watches Exposed, MVMT Watch Review 2023, Is MVMT A Good Watch Brand Comments

Stührling Watch Review | This Watch Is "Amazon's Choice"... But Should It Be?

To try and find out what the crack is, I've got my hands on a couple of pieces from one of the most popular of these oddly-named brands; Stuhrling Original.

Other Watch Content, Stührling Watches, Automatic Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Dive Watches, Skeleton Watches, Watches To Avoid, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurNovember 4, 2022Stuhrling Watch Review, Stuhrling Original Watch Review, Are Stuhrling Watches Any Good, Are Stuhrling Watches Good Quality Comments

Tayroc Watch Review - I Bought A Tayroc Watch So You Don’t Have To

Years before YouTubers were ramming MVMT and Vincero down your throat, there was another ‘affordable luxury brand’ being shilled en masse.

Watches Under $150, Chronograph Watches, Tayroc Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, Watches To AvoidBen ArthurApril 8, 2022Tayroc Watch Review, Are Tayroc Watches Good, Is Tayroc a Good Watch Brand Comments

I Tried Africa’s First ‘Luxury’ Brand | Asorock Watches Review

Are these watches actually luxury or are they instead hiding some weird secrets?

Other Watch Content, Asorock Watches, Quartz Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, All Quartz Watches, Watches To Avoid, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurFebruary 1, 2022Asorock watches review, Are Asorock watches good, Where are Asorock watches made, Are Asorock watches legit Comment

Valuchi ‘Luxury’ Watches Review | Crowdfunded Watches Have Gone Too Far

The more I read into this so-called ‘Valuchi’, the more I began to wonder…is anything about this company original? I mean, the name itself is generic, they’ve copied another kid’s homework with their ads and their watches look just like an AP Royal Oak clone with a dial transplanted from a Filippo Loreti.

Other Watch Content, Valuchi Watches, Quartz Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Watches To Avoid, All Quartz Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurNovember 30, 2021Valuchi Watches Review, Valuchi watches UK, Where are Valuchi watches made, Valuchi Watches Indigogo, Valuchi Watches unboxing Comments

Why Are Fashion Watches So Bad?! Armani Vs Tommy Hilfiger Watches

I figured today we’d take a quick look at a couple of those watches and discuss why exactly that is the case. Why are these watches bad and why are people continuing to buy them?

Other Watch Content, Product Guides & Tests, Watches To Avoid, Armani Watches, Tommy Hilfiger Watches, Quartz Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurJuly 7, 2021why are fashion watches bad, are fashion watches worth buying, are fashion brand watches good, armani vs tommy hilfiger, Armani Exchange vs Tommy Hilfiger WatchesComment

Filippo Loreti Venice Moonphase Review – Luxury or For Losers?

I found a few interesting things during the unboxing. On the outer bag, you can see that the package was shipped from Lithuania as I anticipated, not Italy.

Watches Under $300, Filippo Loreti Watches, Watches To Avoid, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurDecember 29, 2020Filippo Loreti Review, Filippo Loreti Moonphase Review, Filippo Loreti Venice Moonphase Review, Filippo Loreti Review 2020 Comments

This Lyle & Scott Watch Beats Seiko! Lyle and Scott Automatic Watch Review

Here’s a sentence I NEVER thought I would be saying on this blog. Fashion brand Lyle and Scott have created a mechanical wristwatch that comfortably beats the likes of Seiko, Orient and Casio…at least on paper!

Watches Under $150, Field Watches, Everyday Watches, Lyle & Scott Watches, Automatic Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurDecember 18, 2020Lyle and Scott Stealthwatch, Lyle and Scott automatic watch, Lyle and scott watch review, Lyle and Scott automatic watch reviewComment

Are Filippo Loreti Watches Any Good? – The Untold Secrets of an ‘Italian’ Watch Brand

What if I told you that Filippo Loreti is not an Italian watchmaker…that Filippo Loreti himself doesn’t exist and that ordering doesn’t guarantee that you’ll receive the item you paid for.

Other Watch Content, Filippo Loreti Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Watches To Avoid, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurNovember 26, 2020Are Filippo Loreti Watches Any Good, Where Are Filippo Watches Made, Filippo Loreti Trust Pilot, Filippo Loreti Review, Filippo Loreti Kickstarter Comments

Nixon Time Teller Review | The Popular 'Fashion Watch' Worth Considering?

I have torn apart several popular fashion watch brands on here over the years, for offering cheap junk posturing as ‘affordable luxury’. Will this watch be the same?

Watches Under $150, Everyday Watches, Sports Watches, Quartz Watches, Nixon Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurSeptember 14, 2020Nixon Time Teller Review, Nixon Watches Good Or Bad, Nixon Time Teller Gold Review, Nixon Small Time Teller Review Comment

£269 MVMT Arc VS £69 Cadisen from AliExpress – Cadisen Automatic Watch Review

Firstly, we can see if this MVMT is any better than the garbage watches I previously reviewed. Secondly, we can work out whether you can save a whopping £200 and just go for this Cadisen instead.

Other Watch Content, Automatic Watches, Homage Watches, MVMT Watches, Cadisen Watches, Watch vs Watch Battles, Dress/Minimalist Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurAugust 10, 2020MVMT Arc vs Cadisen, Cadisen Automatic Watch Review, Cadisen Automatic Review, Are MVMT watches any goodComment

Fossil Coachman Review – Are Fossil Watches Worth The Money?

I figured I’d grab one of their highest-rated models and see what the fuss was about. It’s one of the most requested brands. So, I filtered the search results by average rating and this ‘Coachman Chronograph’ was one of the very top results.

Watches Under $150, Chronograph Watches, Fossil Watches, Watches To Avoid, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurJune 24, 2020Fossil Coachman Review, Fossil CH2891 Review, Are Fossil Watches Good Comments

Skagen Ancher Watch Review - Are They A Scandinavian Scam?

Well, in this post, I’m taking my first look at the Skagen Ancher SKW6432, to work out whether they’re worth buying, or if they’re just another Daniel Wellington clone in disguise.

Watches Under $150, Skagen Watches, Watches To Avoid, Quartz Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion WatchesBen ArthurMay 15, 2020Skagen Ancher Review, Skagen Ancher Watch SKW6432, Skagen Watch Review UK Comments

What Watch Brands Like MVMT Do Right - Fashion Watches Vs Real Watches

My criticisms of fashion watch brands are well documented on my YouTube channel. Today I thought I’d drop the negativity and take a different approach to the subject.

Other Watch Content, Product Guides & Tests, Watch vs Watch Battles, Fashion Watches, Seiko WatchesBen ArthurMarch 3, 2020What watch brands like MVMT do right, fashion watches vs real watches, fashion watches vs luxury watchesComment

What Happened To Monforti Watches? - Another One Bites The Dust

What has happened to Monforti watches? That’s the question you’ve been asking me recently, as they seem to have disappeared off the face of the Earth.

Other Watch Content, Monforti Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurJanuary 22, 2020Monforti Watches, Monforti Watches Review, What Happened To Monforti Watches, Monforti Milano ReviewComment

Vincero Watches Review | Are Vincero Watches Worth It?

Is Vincero a good watch brand? That’s the question I’ve been receiving since my series of videos on similar fashion watch brand MVMT.

Watches Under $300, Vincero Watches, Watches To Avoid, Quartz Watches, Chronograph Watches, All Quartz Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurJanuary 8, 2020vincero watches review, vincero watches good or bad, are vincero watches worth it, vincero watch quality, vincero chrono s review Comments

Camden Watch Company Review | Camden Watch No 29

Maybe you want a look straight from Victorian times on your wrist. That’s where this No.29 watch from Camden Watch Company comes in.

Watches Under $150, Watches To Avoid, Camden Watch Co Watches, Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, Retro Watches, Fashion Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurSeptember 25, 2019Camden Watch Company, Camden Watch Company Review, Camden Watch review, Camden Watch No 29, camden watch com Comment

Marathon GPM 34mm & 36mm (Officer’s) Watch Review - Hardy in Form and Function

What’s small, plastic, contracted by the US Department of Defence, and contains radioactive material used in Thermonuclear Weaponry?

Orient Stretto Solar Watch Review (RA-TX0303L) | Best Watch in its Category?

Orient’s new “Stretto” RA-TX03 series is not only punching well above its weight - with a feature-packed movement and some beautiful dials, there's hardly any competition in this field.

Citizen Zenshin (Forza) Watch Review | Know THIS Before You Buy One

What’s more, unlike the Tsuyosa, this watch wasn’t made of stainless steel. Instead, it shipped with a far more ‘advanced’ Super Titanium case. I had to take a look at it.

Vaer C3 Korean Field Watch Review | Great Watch With One GLARING Issue…

As an introduction to affordable field watches, VAER’s C3 Korean US Solar watch is a fantastic place to start.

The New Casio F-91WB Review | But Is It Better Than The Original?

“Less is more" perfectly sums up minimalist design - a concept Casio has embraced in the F-91WB. But have they gone too far?

San Martin SN0116 Watch Review (B & GMT Style) | Better Than Swiss Made?

San Martin’s “Original Designs” line veers away from their usual homage game and delivers something fresh.

Zelos Nova 2 Review | These Insane Watches Should Be Way More Popular

This is the new Nova 37mm from Zelos. That’s right, Zelos. The same brand that brought you big-ass tool watch designs.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT Automatic Review | Big, Bright and Bold

At 43.3 millimeters in diameter, and coming in a range of bright bold colorways, this particular model is less of a shrinking violet and more of a Jolly Green Giant.

Zelos Eagle 2 Review | Out Of This World Materials, But…

Zelos decided to throw a whole heap of exotic materials and textures at this timepiece and flog it at a hair under $1000. Does it work?

Seiko 5 Sports SNXS Review (SRPK87) - I Wanted To Like This New Seiko, But...

I’m about to reveal Seiko’s secret formula. The obscure, genius, groundbreaking strategy that keeps this watchmaking juggernaut at the very top of the pecking order.

Christopher Ward Watches Review – A Definitive Review (The Twelve 36mm & Sealander C63 GMT)

Once you pay over a grand, most watches are built to a similar standard (the recent Tag-Kith collab notwithstanding). I mean, £1,500 for a plastic watch? Are you kidding?

Orient Triton Watch Review (RA-AC0K04E10B) | Now I’ve Spotted It, I Can’t Stop Seeing It…

Orient's global press release for this watch was "a diver design model with offset crown" - hardly inspirational…

The 10 Toughest Watch Brands On The Planet | Great Picks For Every Budget

Here’s a list of the most durable brands I’ve come across; for those of you after a hardy watch that can take a licking and keep on ticking.

VAER S3/C3 36mm Tradition Field Watch Review | A Near-Excellent Thin Field Watch

With over 20 types and variations of field style watch, Vaer has certainly left potential buyers with plenty of choice.

This Bargain Breguet Alternative Is Impressive, Yet Flawed - Orient Bambino Sun and Moon Review

There’s a little something for everyone in Orient’s dress watch line-up. A good example is reference RA-AK0803Y10B reviewed here.

Best Watches on AliExpress - The Complete Guide to Buying Top Chinese Watch Brands

How should you best use the site? What are the hidden gem best AliExpress watch brands, and which should you steer clear of?

The Ultimate Seiko Rolex Killer List - Affordable Seiko Watches That Look Like Rolex

If you love Rolex but don't fancy remortgaging your house, here are affordable alternatives from acclaimed watchmaker Seiko.

Top 20 Casio Watches Of All Time – The Ultimate List of Affordable Casio Watches

If you’re looking to get a great wristwatch for very little money, you can’t go wrong with Casio. They have a legendary reputation for making some of the cheapest and most durable digital watches on the planet.