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Petitpierre Makes The Worlds Best Watchmaking Tools
Technical
January 2, 2026

Petitpierre Makes The Worlds Best Watchmaking Tools

One day I will buy the Tradition Watchmakers Toolbox

Interview: The Singer Reimagined Dive Track With Marco Borraccino
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Interview: The Singer Reimagined Dive Track With Marco Borraccino

It’s one designer’s ambition to blow the doors off convention.

What Is The JCB Seal? Exploring Biver’s Extreme Finishing Standards
Technical
January 2, 2026

What Is The JCB Seal? Exploring Biver’s Extreme Finishing Standards

Biver takes Neoclassic horology and turns it up to 11.

Introducting The Panerai Luminor Perpetual Calendar GMT Platinumtech™
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducting The Panerai Luminor Perpetual Calendar GMT Platinumtech™

The new Panerai Luminor Perpetual Calendar GMT Platinumtech™is big and bold.

Understanding Photolithography In The Watch Industry
Technical
January 2, 2026

Understanding Photolithography In The Watch Industry

Movement parts are really, really small in case you haven’t noticed.

The Breva Segreto di Lario And I Have A Secret
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Breva Segreto di Lario And I Have A Secret

Pass me another glass of Pinot would you George? This is our little secret of Lake Como.

Introducing The Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2075
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducing The Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2075

The Type XX Chronographe 2075 is, undoubtedly, a beautiful representation of Breguet’s history

H. Moser & Cie Goes Digital With the Streamliner Mechanics Edition
News
January 2, 2026

H. Moser & Cie Goes Digital With the Streamliner Mechanics Edition

The brand unveiled its boldest innovation yet — the Streamliner Mechanics Edition

The Birth of Singer Reimagined with Marco Borraccino
Culture
January 2, 2026

The Birth of Singer Reimagined with Marco Borraccino

Sometimes, all you have to do is ask. The worst someone can say is “no,”.

The Richard Mille RM 60-01 Is A Ridiculous Watch - I Love It
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Richard Mille RM 60-01 Is A Ridiculous Watch - I Love It

What a ridiculous watch…. I love it.

What Happened To Benjamin James?
Culture
January 2, 2026

What Happened To Benjamin James?

‍I admire Ben for having the guts to pull the pin.

Watch Storage, Heart Rates And Rolls-Royce - The Mackenzie 12 Watch Briefcase From Charles Simon
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Watch Storage, Heart Rates And Rolls-Royce - The Mackenzie 12 Watch Briefcase From Charles Simon

The Mackenzie 12 Watch Briefcase has an internal structure made from aerospace-grade aluminium.

Omega’s Naiad Lock Explained: Precision Caseback Alignment
Technical
January 2, 2026

Omega’s Naiad Lock Explained: Precision Caseback Alignment

The Naiad Lock is Omega's bayonet style case back fastening system.

Visiting Rémi Maillat And The Krayon Anywhere
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Visiting Rémi Maillat And The Krayon Anywhere

There’s magic here, and you can feel it as soon as you walk in.

Watchmaking Research Kinematics (WRK) Brings Hypercar Engineering to Horology
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Watchmaking Research Kinematics (WRK) Brings Hypercar Engineering to Horology

The ACF-01 is the watch industry manifestation of Gordon Murray's attitude toward cars

From KitKats to Altiplanos: Rethinking Piaget and the Art of Ultra-Thin Watches
Culture
January 2, 2026

From KitKats to Altiplanos: Rethinking Piaget and the Art of Ultra-Thin Watches

An off-centre dial here, a coloured micro-rotor here and an ultra-thin movement there.

What Are Veblen Goods? Understanding Luxury Pricing Strategies
Culture
January 2, 2026

What Are Veblen Goods? Understanding Luxury Pricing Strategies

Explore the concept of Veblen goods—luxury items where demand increases with price.

The Zenith Pilot Big Date Flyback is the Real Deal
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Zenith Pilot Big Date Flyback is the Real Deal

Mahatma Gandhi, Martin Luther King Jr. or Malala Yousafzai?

The Ten Commandments of Patek Philippe.
Culture
January 2, 2026

The Ten Commandments of Patek Philippe.

Explore Patek Philippe’s guiding principles.

The Winners From Every Category of The 2023 GPHG - My Predictions
Culture
January 2, 2026

The Winners From Every Category of The 2023 GPHG - My Predictions

I often wonder what the point of an awards show like the GPHG is.

The Simon Brette Chronomètre Artisans Souscription
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Simon Brette Chronomètre Artisans Souscription

Explore the Simon Brette Chronomètre Artisans Souscription

The Real Story Of Mercedes Gleitze And The Rolex Oyster
Culture
January 2, 2026

The Real Story Of Mercedes Gleitze And The Rolex Oyster

We know all about Mr Wilsdorf, his foundation and the incredible legacy he’s created.

The Rolex Deep Sea Challenge, The Undisputed King of Perpetual
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Rolex Deep Sea Challenge, The Undisputed King of Perpetual

Maybe it’s just the next step of the perpetual dick swinging contest they have with Omega.

The Ocean To Orbit Lhotse - Of Mountains And Parachutes
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Ocean To Orbit Lhotse - Of Mountains And Parachutes

This is what the Lhotse is all about. It’s a watch to be lived in, imprinted on and used.

The Rolex Sky-Dweller Gets it's First Update in 11 Years
Technical
January 2, 2026

The Rolex Sky-Dweller Gets it's First Update in 11 Years

Discover the 2023 Rolex Sky-Dweller’s first major update in over a decade.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Micro-Rotor No Date Is A Religious Experience
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Micro-Rotor No Date Is A Religious Experience

I’m not a religious man, but I understand why some people are. We all want to belong.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Quantième Perpétuel Is Valium For An Anxious Mind
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Quantième Perpétuel Is Valium For An Anxious Mind

The streets of London sucked me up and spat me out as an exhausted and inspired man.

The Lebond Siza – A Watch From The Mind Of An Architect
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Lebond Siza – A Watch From The Mind Of An Architect

Inspired by the Leça Swimming Pool he designed in 1996.

The Bovet Museum And A Trip To The East
Culture
January 2, 2026

The Bovet Museum And A Trip To The East

The day started at the Bovet’s manufacture in Tramelan.

Wrist Worthy - A 1985 Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/001
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Wrist Worthy - A 1985 Patek Philippe Nautilus 3800/001

A compact classic from Patek Philippe’s golden age

One Month with the TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Kith, Did I Make A Mistake?
Reviews
January 2, 2026

One Month with the TAG Heuer Formula 1 X Kith, Did I Make A Mistake?

If I love it I love it, the reasons don’t matter. Nothing matters.

The Aztecs, Chocolate And The Piaget Polo 79
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Aztecs, Chocolate And The Piaget Polo 79

Explore the rich tapestry connecting Aztec traditions, the allure of chocolate.

Rolex Buys Bucherer - Good Move or Misstep from the Crown?
News
January 2, 2026

Rolex Buys Bucherer - Good Move or Misstep from the Crown?

Rolex’s acquisition of Bucherer marks a significant shift in the luxury watch industry.

The Best Travel Watch, Period - The Ulysse Nardin Blast Dual Time
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Best Travel Watch, Period - The Ulysse Nardin Blast Dual Time

There’s always one watch in every brand’s collection that is the unsung hero of the range.

Mechanical Enthusiasm, Bruce Lee and Mr. Lin Bingqiang - Exploring The Behrens Kung Fu
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Mechanical Enthusiasm, Bruce Lee and Mr. Lin Bingqiang - Exploring The Behrens Kung Fu

As a reformed martial arts obsessive, I was immediately drawn to the Kung Fu by Behrens.

Is the Ulysse Nardin Freak X the most interesting watch on the market?
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Is the Ulysse Nardin Freak X the most interesting watch on the market?

I'm of course, talking about the Freak X by Ulysse Nardin.

Introducing The WRK ACF-02
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducing The WRK ACF-02

Pushing the ACF-02 to the performance engineering extreme is the AMB-01/1.

Introducing The Krayon Anyday - A Watch For Humans
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducing The Krayon Anyday - A Watch For Humans

There’s always a risk when a small independent brand like Krayon introduces a brand-new collection.

Mitch Barber - Freelance Luxury Watch Writer
Culture
January 2, 2026

Mitch Barber - Freelance Luxury Watch Writer

A deep appreciation for the art of watchmaking and a keen understanding of luxury consumer behavior.

Hands On With The New Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222 In Steel
Culture
January 2, 2026

Hands On With The New Vacheron Constantin Historiques 222 In Steel

I was lucky enough to try the new 222 on when it was in the Time+Tide studio.

Introducing The Bower Tide Seeker
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducing The Bower Tide Seeker

I have mine set to the tides of my old stomping ground, Noosa main beach in QLD, Australia.

Introducing The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Aston Martin F1 Edition
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Introducing The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Aston Martin F1 Edition

Collaboration watches like this aren’t easy to pull off.

How To Get Into The Grey Market - A Conversation With Ian C
Culture
January 2, 2026

How To Get Into The Grey Market - A Conversation With Ian C

Picking your grail up at retail has become all but impossible.

Fondue, Micro Paintings And Château de Môtiers - My visit to Bovet 1822 (Part Two)
Culture
January 2, 2026

Fondue, Micro Paintings And Château de Môtiers - My visit to Bovet 1822 (Part Two)

This room is where Bovet watches are put through finally assembly and quality control.

Fist Bumps And High Watchmaking - My Visit to Bovet 1822
Culture
January 2, 2026

Fist Bumps And High Watchmaking - My Visit to Bovet 1822

The smell of emerald green grass lingers in my nose as I sit on my British Airways flight.

Guilloché Dials And A Watch In A Bottle - Exploring The Andersen Geneve Jumping Hours
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Guilloché Dials And A Watch In A Bottle - Exploring The Andersen Geneve Jumping Hours

There are a few brands out there that I find really strange.

Historical Capital, Jar Collecting and Chronoswiss  - The Lang 1943 Field Watch Edition One
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Historical Capital, Jar Collecting and Chronoswiss - The Lang 1943 Field Watch Edition One

Lang 1943 has successfully cemented their place in modern history.

How To Buy A Rolex At Retail - Tips From An Ex-Sales Associate
Culture
January 2, 2026

How To Buy A Rolex At Retail - Tips From An Ex-Sales Associate

Although things have changed dramatically, there is a clear, albeit expensive path to getting a Rolex

Event Recap - The Subdial After Dark X Bovet
Culture
January 2, 2026

Event Recap - The Subdial After Dark X Bovet

The first Subdial After Dark was not your average watch get-together.

The Benjamin James Scarifour Review - Redefining What It Means To Wear A Small Watch.
Reviews
January 2, 2026

The Benjamin James Scarifour Review - Redefining What It Means To Wear A Small Watch.

Working for other brands was absolutely invaluable for gaining experience.

Ed Meylan And The H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Small Seconds Blue Enamel
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Ed Meylan And The H. Moser & Cie. Streamliner Small Seconds Blue Enamel

Ed’s French accent, confidence, and traditional good looks were no match for my martial bond.

Conquering Panic With The Lebond Suoto Moura
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Conquering Panic With The Lebond Suoto Moura

Picture this. You've just arrived in Belgium for a week long conference.

Falling in love with the Hublot Classic Fusion Original in Yellow Gold
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Falling in love with the Hublot Classic Fusion Original in Yellow Gold

I love nothing more than a dial without a date and a 36 mm case.

Does the Moonswatch need to die?
Culture
January 2, 2026

Does the Moonswatch need to die?

I think the Moonswatch is a cool thing, don’t get me wrong.

Carl Suchy & Söhne And The Birth Of The Belvedere
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Carl Suchy & Söhne And The Birth Of The Belvedere

I know very little about the history, provenance, and motivation behind fine art.

Is Chopard's Alpine Eagle The Sustainable Hype Watch?
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Is Chopard's Alpine Eagle The Sustainable Hype Watch?

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle collection redefines luxury sports watches.

Beautiful Foolishness And The Richard Mille RM67-01
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Beautiful Foolishness And The Richard Mille RM67-01

I was 11 years old when the first Richard Mille came out.

Bovet 1822 Lands In Melbourne With Their First Australian Boutique
Culture
January 2, 2026

Bovet 1822 Lands In Melbourne With Their First Australian Boutique

Digging deeper into Bovet’s sudden arrival in Australia.

Buying ‘My Wife’ A Cartier Baignoire 1920
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Buying ‘My Wife’ A Cartier Baignoire 1920

In 1912, an ovale cintré (arched oval) watch was designed by Louis Cartier.

A Shark Cage, An Upside Down Movement and the Bovet 1822 Récital 12
Reviews
January 2, 2026

A Shark Cage, An Upside Down Movement and the Bovet 1822 Récital 12

There’s a lot to talk about with this watch.

Are Aventi Watches Worth It? Friendship, Personal Growth And The Pink Champagne
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Are Aventi Watches Worth It? Friendship, Personal Growth And The Pink Champagne

Hannu eventually told me about a business that he had wanted to start.

Accessibility, Raffles, and Maximilian Büsser – The M.A.D 1 Green
Reviews
January 2, 2026

Accessibility, Raffles, and Maximilian Büsser – The M.A.D 1 Green

This got me thinking, what can brands do to be more accessible to a broader range of the market?

Welcome To The Subdial

Founded in 2023, The Subdial is my way to connect with an industry I didn’t feel a part of.After a career in luxury retail, I combined my two loves, watches and writing, to create a place for people like myself to enjoy this hobby without pretension. It’s an editorial website that values people, storytelling and connection over all else and aims to be a gathering place for like-minded watch enthusiasts all over the world.