The Modest Moonwatch Alternative: Omega’s Speedmaster Reduced

FratelloAUG 11, 2026

Many of you will know that, from 1988 to 2010, Omega offered a smaller alternative to its Moonwatch known as the Speedmaster Reduced (reference 3510.50.00). There was also a series of smaller Speedmaster models that looked similar to the Reduced and offered a date or calendar,…

Interview: A Glimpse Into The World Of Konstantin Chaykin

FratelloAUG 11, 2026

Konstantin Chaykin is a self-described watchmaker, inventor, and artist. In this interview (casually combating the English-Russian language barrier), Chaykin takes us on his journey from a maker of complex clocks to a master of ultra-thin watchmaking. He also shares insights i…

Rocking A New Look: The Maen Manhattan Stone Dial Series

FratelloAUG 11, 2026

There’s nothing wrong with a good stone dial. Even though they’ve been a thing for the past 2-3 years, I never get bored with seeing one. Granted, I do need to like the watch it’s in, and it also needs to fit the style. With the Maen Manhattan, the former is definitely not an…

Arcanaut Introduces Fordite 2.0, Now Fully Customizable

Worn & WoundAUG 10, 2026

Arcanaut, the Scandinavian indie known for their innovation with and unusual use of uncommon dial materials, has announced a major update to their signature watch. The Arc II Fordite, a personal favorite of mine and a watch I’ve proudly owned for a number of years, has been re…