Watch Design
Watches and Cars – a fantastic design inspiration
Cars have always been a source of inspiration for watch designers. Learn more about the most famous car-related watches of the last 100 years.
The unstoppable rise of British Watch Brands
British watches are more popular than ever. This blog explores why and highlights some of the most successful brands of the past few years.
An Introduction to Watch Design
Since we started The Watch Collectors' Club we've found that the number one thing most people are interested in is the look and feel of their watch. Next comes the history heritage and status of the brands, and then comes the technology inside the case.
Unusual Watch Functions
Here at The Watch Collectors' Club, we want to help you explore the watch world, and one of the most fun things to look at is unusual watch functions, also known as complications.
The Rise of Hype Watches – and What It Means for You
This week we tried to organise a visit to the Audemars Piguet Townhouse in London to have a look at the new range of Royal Oak watches and were told that there wasn’t a free appointment at any time in February.
Microbrands Everywhere
This next instalment in our exploration of Watch Microbrands considers brands from places you might not expect. They are from countries with no historic watchmaking industry, or little fame for fashion, design or jewellery making. We consider brands from Singapore, China, Scandinavia, and even one from Malaysia.
A Beginners Guide To Watch Microbrands
This blog has covered many different kinds of watch, mostly focussing on categories of use, such as Dress Watches, Dive Watches, and even watches featuring a Moonphase. Over the next few weeks, we will investigate types of watch brands, rather than watches themselves. We will learn more about how the brands, or watchmakers, position themselves.
Reissues, Recreations and Reimagining
In the 116 years since the first men’s wristwatch was produced, the industry has explored design, innovation, and craft to create hundreds of thousands of watches. Many of us simplify this range of options by following certain Brands. Brands simplify their options by sticking to certain styles or types of watches.
Watches Without Crowns
Some Watches Don't Have CrownsThe crown is a vital part of a watch. It allows you to set the time, the date, and any other functions of the watch. Manual watches need a crown so you can wind it and give the watch power.