It’s not surprising these days to hear that certain watch brands are turning to recycled materials such as plastic and PET bottles for watch straps. However, when a watch brand says it is using upcycled fire hoses — you pay attention — especially if you have a first-responder in your family. In fact, British watch…
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MB&F Leaps Ahead 10 Years With HM3 FrogX
Five years into the ground-breaking horological machine building that MB&F started in 2005, the brand steered from outer space right down to Earth. in 2010, it unveiled the HM3 Frog – which became its first bed mascot. I remember that first Frog so well, with globe-like eyes (that showcased the hours and minutes) and a big…
Watch Review: Yema Superman GMT Bronze
By Eric Gregoire First founded in France in 1948 by Henry Louis Belmont, Yema created some important watch for divers, yachtsmen and even racers in the 1960’s. The brand even went into space flight in the early 1980’s and to the North Pole in the late 1980’s. The brand then came under the ownership of…
Watch Review: Bausele Pilot Automatic
Australian watch brand Bausele has been on a roll. The brand, whose watches are Swiss made but of Australian design, was just named the Official Watch of the Australian Air Force’s 100thAnniversary – taking place next year in 2021. Founded less than a decade ago, the brand is all about showcasing Australia on the wrist and…
MB&F Celebrates 15 Years, Unveils Legacy Machine Perpetual Evo
Today, in honor of its 15th anniversary, independent brand MB&F introduces the Legacy Machine Perpetual EVO watch — a timepiece destined for everyday life here on Earth. No space, no cars, no frogs, owls or jelly fish — simply an every da wear. However, there is nothing simple about the new watch. Taking inspiration…
Watch Review: Bausele Australian OceanMoon Watch
Loing for a watch that is somewhat different from everything else on the market? Australian watch brand Bausele might be the one. The relatively young brand – founded less than a decade ago by Christophe Hoppe – believes in bringing a bit of Australia to the wrist. In fact, the brand is named for this mission…