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Today we tackle the perilous yet rewarding prospect of purchasing a pre-owned watch on the secondary market. Though buying a new watch offers peace of mind and the satisfaction of wearing an unsullied timepiece, the pre-owned market unarguably holds the best per-dollar value. In this …
Today we explore techniques for replacing the strap on your watch. What may seem like a straightforward task can lead to frustrating moments given any combination of poor tools, sloppy technique, or impatience. I recommend paying the premium for a Bergeon 6767 strap tool. The …
Welcome to the Critical Gentleman. Today we look at one of my favorite modern watches, the Omega Speedmaster “First Omega in Space.” This watch was released in 2012 to commemorate the 50th anniversary of American astronaut Wally Schirra’s 1962 spaceflight aboard the Mercury Atlas 8, and is styled after the Speedmaster reference 2998 he wore throughout the mission.