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Emily joined the WatchBox team in 2015 and loves the history of watches and learning how they work. She has now started to build out her own collection, consisting of a vintage Omega and vintage Rolex Oyster Perpetual, with her eyes on many other pieces. She appreciates the design and intricate details in watches and is always looking to learn more about the art.
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Understanding Watch Jewels
History of Time
Understanding Watch Jewels

In a watch movement, there are many different features such as a balance spring, movement plate and bridges. Jewels are an important part...

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore History & Guide
History of Time
Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore History & Guide

Launched in 1993, the Royal Oak Offshore was released as an anniversary celebration of the classic Royal Oak that was launched in the 197...

Comparing Tudor and Rolex
History of Time
Comparing Tudor and Rolex

Rolex is one of the most recognized watch brands today. Almost anyone on the street can name Rolex as a luxury watch, but what about Tudo...

A History of Rolex Innovations
History of Time
A History of Rolex Innovations

Rolex has always been at the forefront of watch innovations and inventions since the brand was founded in 1905. Their watchmakers are ded...

F.P. Journe Review: A Brand Worth Examining
History of Time
F.P. Journe Review: A Brand Worth Examining

F.P. Journe is a modern-day watchmaker that many collectors rank alongside brands such as Patek Philippe and Vacheron Constantin. F. P. J...

A History of Patek Philippe
History of Time
A History of Patek Philippe

Patek Philippe is one of the oldest Swiss watch companies, manufacturing timepieces for over 180 years. In almost 200 years of being in b...

Complete Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso History and Buying Guide
History of Time
Complete Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso History and Buying Guide

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso has become a cult-favorite watch over the years since it was first released. Originally designed as a sports...

History of the Rolex Quartz Movement
History of Time
History of the Rolex Quartz Movement

The 1970s brought about a period of time in the watchmaking world commonly referred to as the Quartz Crisis. In 1969 when the first quart...

Grand Seiko Snowflake Buyer’s Guide
History of Time
Grand Seiko Snowflake Buyer’s Guide

Typically when someone hears the name Grand Seiko Snowflake, the classic SBGA011 or the SBGA211 comes to mind, powered by the Spring Driv...

History of the Rolex Kermit: The 50th Anniversary Submariner
History of Time
History of the Rolex Kermit: The 50th Anniversary Submariner

The Submariner has a long history dating back to 1953 when Rolex released their first official dive watch. Over the years since the origi...

History & Complete Guide to the Rolex Batman
History of Time
History & Complete Guide to the Rolex Batman

The GMT-Master II 116710BLNR, or more often referred to as the Rolex Batman by collectors, is one of the most popular models released by ...

Why Is It Nicknamed the Rolex Smurf?
History of Time
Why Is It Nicknamed the Rolex Smurf?

The Rolex Submariner was launched in the early 1950s and over the years there have been different variations of steel, yellow gold, and w...

A Complete Guide to the Rolex Oyster Perpetual
History of Time
A Complete Guide to the Rolex Oyster Perpetual

The Oyster Perpetual is a staple in the Rolex collections. It is an elegant, yet simple model that can be dressed up or dressed down. To ...

Complete Guide to the Rolex Milgauss
History of Time
Complete Guide to the Rolex Milgauss

The 1950s brought a number of new developments in the Rolex catalog of tool watches including the GMT-Master II, the Submariner, and the ...

Rolex History: Everything You Need to Know About Rolex Watches
History of Time
Rolex History: Everything You Need to Know About Rolex Watches

Rolex is one of the most well-known watch manufacturers and has been producing watches since 1905. For those who aren’t collectors or fam...

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8 Things to Know About IWC

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