In the 1970s, Japanese watchmakers have taken the world of the watch industry by storm. This was largely in part due to the Quartz Revolution and the world of watches was changed forever. Japan is famous for making some of the best bang-for-the-buck timepieces in the industry. This is especially true when it comes to … Read more
If you’re a regular reader of Watch Ideas, you’ll know that I’ve been dipping my toes in microbrand watches. Whether it’s the over-fatigue from pricey luxury brands or just looking for something new, microbrand watches are worth checking out due to some very interesting timepieces. Today, we’ll take a look at the Singaporean-based watch brand, … Read more
As you may know, microbrands are making a big splash in the watch industry. Microbrands are usually small watch companies that are fairly new in the business. However, our featured brand review for today is not exactly a new-ish company but still qualifies as a microbrand. Today, we’re going to do a brand review of … Read more
One thing we admire about the [easyazon_link identifier=”B00BQHIE8G” locale=”US” tag=”upbeat-jan-20″]Oris watches[/easyazon_link] is their versatility and ability to fall within any category, whether Aviation, Dive, sports, or fashion. However, with so many options of watches to choose from today’s market, you have a lot to consider before making a decision. In today’s article we will cover … Read more
While not as popular as other Swiss watch brands, Victorinox is a brand name that deserves respect. The brand has been around for more than a century but most people know it as the one responsible for creating the trusty Swiss Army knife. Victorinox is indeed a fairly new watchmaking brand. However, with generations of … Read more
What comes to your mind when you think of watches? Some may think of a basic item that can tell time with battery-powered movements. But those who are more knowledgeable in the realm of timepieces may think of complex devices, that can mechanically keep time, with handmade parts and high-quality designs. With that mindset, it … Read more
For many months now, I’ve been dipping my toes into microbrand watches. Some smaller brands, in my opinion, have missed the mark while some have absolutely nailed their vision. Today, we’re going to talk about a microbrand that has hit its mark. Today, we’re going to talk about [easyazon_link identifier=”B01L91F4UO” locale=”US” tag=”upbeat-jan-20″]Momentum Watches[/easyazon_link], a Canadian-based … Read more
When it comes to the best watches in the world, it’s safe to say that many of them are Swiss built. But what about the Germans? Sure, they’re known for making the best car brands in the automotive world but not many people are familiar with German watch brands. In reality, Germans have made some … Read more
Looking at the durability, features, and design offered by both brands, the [easyazon_link identifier=”B01NAK0DSI” locale=”US” tag=”upbeat-jan-20″]Fenix 5[/easyazon_link] edge out on the Suunto Spartan Ultra vs Garmin Fenix 5 contest. For one, it has longer battery life and it even alerts you when the battery is low. It is resistant not only to water but also … Read more