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First Class Watches Wins Independent Retailer of the Year – Volume at the 2026 UK Watch Awards

A fantastic night for First Class Watches. Celebrating independent watch retail and the people who make the industry special. We’re incredibly proud to announce that First Class Watches has won…

Caragh Lewis October 23, 2026

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Buying a Pre-Owned Watch: What to Look for Before You Buy

There’s something special about finding the perfect watch. It could be a Rolex you’ve always wanted, a classic Omega or a model that’s no longer in production. Whatever you’re looking…

Caragh Lewis October 13, 2026

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Introducing Bremont: British Watchmaking, Built for Adventure

There are plenty of watch brands with an interesting story. But Bremont is a little different. We’re excited to introduce Bremont to First Class Watches, bringing the British brand’s distinctive…

Caragh Lewis October 7, 2026

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Hamilton Khaki Field Murph Gets A New Look

There are some watches that become instantly recognisable. The Hamilton Khaki Field Murph is one of them. Originally introduced as part of Hamilton’s connection with Interstellar, the Murph has become…

Caragh Lewis September 21, 2026

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The Biggest Watch Trends for Autumn/Winter 2026

As we move into autumn and winter, our wardrobes naturally start to change. Richer colours, heavier textures and more considered layers come back into rotation. The same can be said…

Caragh Lewis September 14, 2026

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ORIS Big Crown ProPilot X Gonzo Edition

Luxury watchmaking and The Muppets might not be the first combination that comes to mind. But the ORIS Big Crown ProPilot X Gonzo Edition proves that fine watchmaking doesn't always…

Caragh Lewis September 7, 2026

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MIDO Watches: The Swiss Watch Brand You Need to Know

There are some watch brands you hear about all the time. Then there are the ones you discover and wonder why you hadn't come across them sooner. MIDO is one…

Caragh Lewis September 1, 2026

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Automatic vs Quartz: Which Watch Movement Is Right for You?

When you're buying a watch, you'll often see two words come up: automatic and quartz. But what do they actually mean? The movement is essentially the engine inside your watch.…

Caragh Lewis August 24, 2026

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GMT Watches Explained: What Is a GMT Watch and Do You Need One?

If you love watches, you’ve probably heard the term GMT before. But what does it actually mean? A GMT watch is designed to track more than one time zone at…

Caragh Lewis August 17, 2026

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Introducing the New G-SHOCK GRAVITYMASTER GWR-B3000

G-SHOCK has always been about one thing: toughness. But the new GWR-B3000 takes things a step further. It combines the rugged design G-SHOCK is known for with some seriously impressive…

Caragh Lewis August 11, 2026