Posts in Manual Wind Watches

Sea-Gull 1963 Review | This Watch Truly Is Fantastic!

What if I told you this fancy piece isn't 5 grand, 2 grand, or even 500 quid, for that matter?

Watches Under $150, Chronograph Watches, Retro Watches, Pilot Watches, Manual Wind Watches, Seagull Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBen ArthurJanuary 12, 2023Seagull 1963 review, Seagull watch movement review, Sea gull watch review Comments

Bulova Hack vs Hamilton Khaki - The Best 38mm Field Watch To Buy?

Rival brands with very similar offerings both for under £500? This calls for a Ben’s Watch Club duel!

Other Watch Content, Bulova Watches, Field Watches, Automatic Watches, Manual Wind Watches, Watch vs Watch Battles, Hamilton Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBen ArthurNovember 9, 2021Bulova Hack vs Hamilton Khaki, Field Watch Comparison, Hamilton Kahki vs Bulova Hack Comment

Parts of a Mechanical Watch Movement – An Illustrated Guide

Well, in this quick guide, I’ll be running through each of the main parts of a mechanical watch movement; to give you a basic understanding of how a wristwatch works.

Other Watch Content, Automatic Watches, Manual Wind Watches, Product Guides & Tests, Watches ExplainedBen ArthurJuly 24, 2020Parts of a mechanical watch, Internal parts of a mechanical watch, mechanical watch parts, how do mechanical watches work 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.