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  When I got back into the modern watch scene a few years ago, I was struck by the feeling that I missed out on an important period of collecting during my hiatus: The "forum days," as I like to call them. Sure, watch forums are still alive and well, but listening to Cole or James talk about microbrand kickstarters, forum brands, and forum...

 The NOMOS Tangente and Junghans Max Bill are cut from the same cloth. The companies are both based in Germany, and both watches preach minimalist design principles that reference the Bauhaus. The two companies are well-regarded for offering serious value and serious design heritage, but they do operate at different levels on the value proposition scale. To see which one is the better buy,...

The ultimate test of a diver’s watch, of course, is its ability to perform in harsh underwater conditions. Watchmakers test for this with water resistance ratings and pressure tests, but there’s no more thorough test than real-world experience. Citizen is no stranger to pushing its timepieces to the limit of engineering, and there is perhaps no better demonstration of the real-world results of this cutting-edge durability...

The German manufacturer is celebrating its 160th anniversary in 2021. A look back over its history (with the help of the Europa Star archives) but also into its future with the introduction of the brand’s latest models to mark this milestone - including a re-edition of the iconic Max Bill’s kitchen clock! On the 14th of April, Junghans celebrated its foundation back in 1861 for the...