Seiko’s 6138-300x aka “Jumbo”
A while ago (Some Seiko 6138s – part 1 and part 2), I wrote about some members of the Seiko…
Roger Moore’s Tissot PR-516 – addendum
I’ve previously written about the fact Sir Rog wore his own Tissot while filming his first Bond film, even though…
Omega’s Second First Omega in Space
It’s possible you might be aware of a connection between Omega’s Speedmaster and NASA. They don’t really like to go…
Breitling Chrono-matics
I’m surprised I’ve never written about these before, though I have covered a bit of the Heuer automatic chronograph “Caliber…
Bell & Ross BR123 – early vintage look
Bell & Ross is a somewhat strange brand. Started in Paris in 1992, they were more of a branding exercise…
Some Seiko 6138s – part 2
Following on from part 1, here’s a look at another iconic 6138 from the mid 1970s. This is a watch…
Some Seiko 6138s – part 1
I’ve mentioned a couple of these previously but am surprised I haven’t gone into any detail. Seiko brought out the…
Freese 101 – a modern “homage”
I got this watch just before the world went into Covid lockdown. Over the years, I’ve met and chatted with…
Another 70s Tissot rabbit hole–PR 516 GL
Hello again. I’m back with a recent-ish pick-up which scratched an itch I’ve been supressing for years – the Tissot…
Bracelet interchange–Doctor Panda
Someone asked me a question on Instagram, if the Stelux bracelet for my Seiko 6139-6020 (“Doctor’s watch / Pulsations) would…