Old Orient Mako II vs New Orient Mako III – Is It Worth The Extra Money?

I wish I'd remembered to turn my mic on when unboxing. The words that came out of my mouth were "this is FIT!"…

Orient Watches, Watches Under $300, Dive Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Automatic WatchesBen ArthurAugust 20, 2023Mako 2 vs Mako 3, New Orient Watches 2023, New Orient Mako 2023, Orient Mako III Review, Orient Mako 3 Watch ReviewComment

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

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

Seiko SBDY083 Mini-Turtle Review | Proof that JDM Seiko is Superior

Not long ago, I was looking for a capable Seiko diver that could replace my SKX as a Seiko with perfect dimensions…

Watches Under $300, Dive Watches, Automatic Watches, Seiko Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBrett NicholasDecember 14, 2022Seiko Mini Turtle Review, Seiko Prospex SBDY083, Seiko Mini Turtle JDM Comment

Formex Field Watch Review - Innovation Or Gimmick?

This is the 'Field,' and despite the unimaginative name, you'll notice pretty quickly that this watch is far from generic.

Watches Under $300, Field Watches, Formex Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Automatic WatchesBen ArthurNovember 22, 2022Formex Field Watch Review, Formex Field Automatic Review, Formex Watch ReviewComment

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

What Are Automatic Watches And How Do They Work? - Automatic Watches Explained for Beginners

Many of the watches reviewed on Ben's Watch Club are 'automatic' watches. But what exactly are automatic watches?

Other Watch Content, Product Guides & Tests, All Mechanical Watches, Automatic Watches, Watches ExplainedBen ArthurOctober 31, 2022Are Automatic Watches Worth It, What Are Automatic Watches, Automatic Watches Explained, Parts of a mechanical watch Comments

Seiko Presage Cocktail Time 39mm Review | The Best Dial Under $500

Well, it's time for Seiko to release the Kraken. Indeed they have a secret weapon that allows them to leapfrog the majority of comparably specced or similarly priced competition.

Watches Under $300, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Automatic Watches, Seiko Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBen ArthurOctober 31, 2022Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Review, Seiko Presage Cocktail Time 39mm Review, Seiko Presage Automatic 38mm, Seiko Presage Cocktail Blue Review, Seiko Cocktail Time ReviewComment

Orient Kamasu Review (Mako III) | A Must Buy For Dive Watch Enthusiasts

Dive watches. We all love them - some more than others. But, the title of "perfect diver" depends on who you're talking to.

Watches Under $300, Dive Watches, Orient Watches, Automatic Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBrett NicholasOctober 11, 2022Orient Kamasu Review, Orient Kamasu Mako III Review, Orient RA-AA00004E19B Review, Orient Kamasu Green Review Comments

San Martin Original Design Watch Review - Are They Worth It?

Now they're back at it, imploring originality with another pair of watches that they hope tell a different story.

Watches Under $300, San Martin Watches, Dive Watches, Automatic Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Homage WatchesBen ArthurAugust 24, 2022San Martin Original Design Watch Review, SAn Martin SN044-G Review, San Martin SN026-G Review, San Martin Square Watch Review, San Martin Sports Watch Review Comment

Orient Bambino 38mm Review | The Best Affordable Dress Watch?

On the wrist, the 38mm Bambino wears an absolute treat. For most wrist sizes, I think this will look better than the original, which was a tad wide and flat.

Watches Under $300, Automatic Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Orient Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Watches Under $150Ben ArthurAugust 4, 2022Orient Bambino 38mm Review, New Orient Bambino, Best Orient Bambino, Orient 38mm AutomaticComment

Ratio Free Diver Watch Review | The Perfect Seiko SKX Alternative?

With an all stainless steel offering of 42mm in case diameter, a lug-to-lug of just under 47mm, and a case thickness of just under 15mm, it is certainly a well-proportioned tool watch that will live happily on most wrists.

Watches Under $300, Automatic Watches, Dive Watches, Ratio Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBrett NicholasJuly 28, 2022Ratio Free Diver Watch Review, Ratio RTA109, Are Ratio Watches any good? Comment

Timex Expedition North Review | Timex Accomplished What Casio Couldn’t!

Late last year, Timex released a bunch of interesting field watches under the Expedition North banner. On the surface, these seem to essentially be upgraded versions of the cheaper Weekender and Expedition watches.