Category Tests and reviews of watches

Modern re-editions of vintage watches give a great inside into how watchmaking actually evolves. In this light, we look at the Seiko modern interpretation of its first diver’s watch from 1965.

One of watchmaking’s top icons, classic Speedmaster Moonwatch by Omega now comes out with some major modifications. At first glance one might say it’s only cosmetic, but what it is, is a whole better watch.

In merely 10 years Longines Legend Diver earned the status of an absolute cult neo-vintage diver’s watch. Its latest iteration is cladded in bronze, a metal that has equal number of die-hard fans and total opponents.

James Bond returns – not yet to the cinema screen – but with the new titanium Omega Seamaster Diver 300M. Military accents, vintage style and interesting color certainly distinguish it from its predecessors.

Among the redundancy and blandness promoted by numerous new microbrands, there came another project that seems to stand out above the average. Created by enthusiasts for enthusiasts, Serica 4512 is a watch that combines the old with the new in a more successful way than many re-editions we had the opportunity to review at CH24.

The king of Seiko on-the-budget watches finally got a major revamp. The new “5” is sporty and available in a variety of colors. What’s more it resurrects on of Seiko’s most iconic pieces ever – the SKX.

In its brand new watch Montblanc combined a rare monopusher chronograph with a bronze case. We checked, how does this combination works in daily life.

A steel sports watch might nowadays be a leading watchmaking trend, but when done by Lange, it’s a whole new story. Very German, faithful to its own style and not without controversies – which in turn might be one of Odysseus great advantages.