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Archival Revival: Best 1940s Inspired Watches

After a short break, this week we resume our Archival Revival series with the 1940s. Of course, one of the most notable events of this time period was the outbreak…

Katie Dickinson May 26, 2023

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The History of Sternglas

Sternglas is famed for its beautiful Bauhaus watch designs. Based in Germany, the brand has been on the rise in the industry for a while now. However, despite being a…

Katie Dickinson May 24, 2023

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Archival Revival: Best 1930s Inspired Watches

Next up in our Archival Revival series is the 1930s. Following the boom of the Roaring 20s, the 1930s were comparatively difficult. The Great Depression swept through America, creating a…

Katie Dickinson April 25, 2023

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Archival Revival: Best 1920s Inspired Watches

Glitz, glamour, and galas: conversely to the 2020s, the roaring 20s were a time of youth and socialisation. Technology boomed, as did the economy, jazz music, and the flapper style…

Katie Dickinson April 15, 2023

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History of Hamilton Watches

An American-born brand adopted by the Swiss, Hamilton is a unique fusion of its multiple nationalities. Although it is now headquartered in Biel, Switzerland, Hamilton spent the first 111 years…

Katie Dickinson April 8, 2023

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History of Minimalist Watches

In a world saturated with information and excess, a dash of minimalism in our lives can be very refreshing. Minimalism essentially follows the principle of ‘less is more’, and is…

Katie Dickinson March 17, 2023

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The History of Accurist Watches

As one of the most prevalent watch brands in the U.K., Accurist is deeply ingrained into British history and popular culture. The brand prides itself on its British-born heritage, its…

Katie Dickinson March 11, 2023

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The History of Wenger Watches

The Wenger brand have a history dating back over 125 years, but they have not always been best known for watch manufacturing. The brand has a wide-ranging product portfolio and…

Neamh McMillan March 18, 2021

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The Brand History of Harley Davidson

The Brand History of Harley Davidson: founded in 1903 by William. S. Davidson, a young successful business man. Who at only the age of 21 created arguably, the most iconic…

Rosalind Jackson October 25, 2018

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The History of Divers Watches

Last week we delved into the history of pilot watches, this week we are taking a look at the history of divers watches, one of the most popular types of…

Emma Louise October 11, 2018