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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.

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

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

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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.

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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?

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Top 10 Worst Watches Ever In Ben’s Watch Club History!

Indeed, in this second half of our anniversary special, we’ll be analysing some of the worst watches I’ve ever come across.

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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.

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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

Orient SK Diver Retro Review - How Not To Do A Reissue Watch

Japanese brand Orient have decided to get in on the action too, with a watch that they have listed on their site as the ‘Mechanical Revival Watch’.

Watches Under $300, Automatic Watches, Dive Watches, Orient Watches, Watches To Avoid, All Mechanical Watches, Retro WatchesBen ArthurNovember 9, 2020Orient SK Diver Retro Review, SK Diver Retro Review, Orient SK Reissue Review, Orient SK Crystal ReviewComment

ICE Watches Review | A Brand You Probably Forgot Existed

I found myself thinking about this brand the other week and I was wondering if they were still around. It turns out they are and they’ve actually gone through some changes. My question is are these any better now?

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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.

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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.

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Sternglas Kanton Review - A Great Watch That I Can’t Justify Buying

Sternglas recently contacted me, offering to loan me out their latest release the Swiss-made Kanton. In several ways, this watch has equally impressed me.

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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.

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4,000 People Are Being Ripped Off by This Watch Brand – No Label Watch

The word ‘scam’ might be taking it a bit far, but in my eyes, this is the next closest thing. I found this watch brand called ‘no label watch’ on Instagram and I could tell something was wrong.

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5 Obvious Signs You Have a Cheap Watch | Simple Watch Buying Tips

I’m going to interpret a ‘cheap watch’ as a watch that is considered bad quality compared to the retail price. These are watches that have a gigantic mark-up from their real production costs..

Other Watch Content, Product Guides & Tests, Watches To AvoidBen ArthurDecember 13, 2019Signs you have a cheap watch, is my watch worth anything, Do I have a cheap watch, watch buying guide, what to look for in a quality watch Comment

Primark Watch Review | What Makes An £8 Watch An £8 Watch?

So you know when you go into a fashion store and see those cheap watches displayed. What makes them cheap? How do they compare more expensive watches you see online?

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Nordgreen Watch Review – I’m Left With A Few Questions…

Is it just me, or does this sound familiar?..A Scandinavian brand, selling quartz minimalist watches, which are made in the far east.

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Wristwatch Terminology Worth Ignoring (See These and RUN!)

Being bombarded with Instagram adverts for fashion watch brands? Me too. These adverts tend to use the same sort of language and buzzwords that essentially mean nothing.

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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.

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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.