Lessons In Wristory: Rolex Promotional Brochures
We’re taking a deep dive into 1950s and 1960s Rolex promotional brochures today. Let’s find out what Don Draper cooked up for the masses.
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Lessons in Wristory: Traversing the Sahara with a Rolex
Using his Rolex GMT Master as a compass, Tom Sheppard led the first west-to-east expedition of the Sahara. Modern technology is so overrated.
Lessons in Wristory: What’s a Record?
In our latest post where we dig up the ghosts of watchmaking’s past, we’re talking about Record Watch Company. Read up on their short but rich history.
Lessions In Wristory: Vetta’s Wyler Roots
Today we’re taking a trip back in history to learn a bit more about Vetta, a sub-brand of the now defunct Swiss brand, Wyler.
Lessons In Wristory: Omega Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader
Taking a look back at our coverage of the unique, strange, and awesome Omega Anakin Skywalker and Darth Vader from the 1970s.
Lessons In Wristory: Jaeger Automotive Instruments
Everyone knows Jaeger LeCoultre’s status in the present day watch industry, but not quite as many know their history with automotive instruments.
Smiths Watches: More than Mt Everest
One of the two brands that conquered Everest, Smiths is not very well known. Let’s take a deep dive into who this small time British watchmaker was.
Lessons in Wristory: The Second Boer War
We’re taking a look back at the Second Boer War, one of the earliest uses of the wristwatch.
Lessons in Wristory: What’s a Nivada?
Today we’re once again looking to the past to find out about another lost brand: Nivada. Let’s put a face to the name you’re always seeing on eBay.
Lessons In Wristory: The Rolex Watches of Chuck Yeager
How do you make a watch “badass”? Put it on the wrist of a badass! Today we’re taking a look at the Rolex watches of Chuck Yeager, a certified boss.