Once the world’s largest manufacturer of clocks and watches, Smiths has a renowned history in horological circles, as a company … More
Category: Horology
Remembering: Mr. Kenneth More CBE. An exclusive interview with Angela More Douglas
A CHILDHOOD HERO… When I was growing up in the 1980’s the television was filled with repeats of yesteryear. This … More
The Linear World Clock: Piccadilly Circus station
Amongst the crowds of commuters and tourists within the circular entrance at Piccadilly Circus station lies this wonderful relic from London Underground’s past: the linear world clock.
Collecting: Avia Vintage Wristwatches
With origins dating back to 1887, Avia were a successful Swiss watchmakers well-known for manufacturing innovative, high quality timepieces at … More
Collecting: Seiko’s SNK809 military field Watch
Could this wristwatch be in the running for the most affordable, well-built field watch for everyday use? A Gentleman’s Jotter … More
Collecting: Seiko’s SKX 009 dive watch
Seiko (Japanese for ‘exquisite or ‘success’) has had a rich horological legacy since the company’s inception in 1881. Their range … More
Collecting: JW Benson Tropical wristwatch
No other gift bestowed upon me has given me as much pride to own than my late grandfather’s JW Benson … More
