Some watch brands have existed for centuries; Some watch brands have existed for just a few decades; Some watch brands have emerged as recently as the last few years. What…

Breguet is an incredibly influential name in watchmaking. If you’re already in the loop, you know that their name is attached to wristwatch innovation, scientific discovery, and actual royalty. Stretching…

Watch hands aren’t necessarily the rockstars of horological writing. With plethora watchmakers creating specialized movements and case designs over centuries of engineering, the design work of watch hands almost seems…

Swiss watchmaking spent centuries evolving into the global juggernaut it is today. After John Calvin banned jewelry making in the 16th century in Switzerland—an effort to curb perceived idolatry—a shift…

Omega is an integral piece of Swiss watchmaking history. Originally begun in 1848, the brand has been present for everything from the Olympics to the first moon landing. While there…

Breitling is just about as notorious as Marvel’s Avengers—in the world of watches. With a name associated with high-flying aviation, deep dive quality, and Swiss excellence, they’re a tour-de-force company…

Today’s Times Ticking blog is not about an “estimated time of arrival”. However, we are going to discuss the arrival (and subsequent career) of a watch movement that continues to…

A unique development in one of history’s most notorious unsolved crimes emerged in the early 1990s. This potential piece of evidence happened to be a horological one—a suspectly-engraved gentleman’s pocket…

With an exciting recent release, Russian watchmaker Raketa is delivering a brisk blast-from-the-past for horological enthusiasts around the globe. Evoking a sense of adventure and exploration, the original Raketa Polar…

When most people purchase a watch, they look at the brand and the design. Oftentimes the movement of the watch is overlooked. The movement is similar to the engine in…