Skeleton and calendar models may be complicated, but they must be simpler for a tourbillon watch. Think of a pocket replica watch on your wrist – that’s basically how it works. The model uses the complexity of the rotating cage to mount the balance wheel...

When you get something as valuable and legendary as a Rolex watch, you naturally want to ensure it continues to work. It may mean that if something goes wrong, you may be eager to look at it yourself and get it back in working order...

The bi-directional rotating bezel with recesses turns smoothly and is completely different from the Navitimer, with its smooth, downward-sloping top, white hour-markers and numerals, and a read reference point. The fluted section continues the sharp, tapered downward slope and, in contrast to the Navitimer, the...

As the ’80s comes to an end, Phillips’ respected head of watches in New York answers a big question. So, what should you buy? It reminded me of an email I received in 2019 from Ben Clymer, who asked some friends their thoughts on watches...