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How to Retail Watches in 2025 (Steven Holtzman, CD Peacock)
From Roger Dubuis to Rolex, a chat with the mega Chicago retailer.
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Why do collectors have such a fetish for 'firsts'?
When watch design changes behavior; FP Journe's ideas for the future of indie watchmaking; a few favorites from Monaco.
Oct 15
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Berneron Mirage 38 and 34–All Gold, No Notes (Almost) | Unpolished Index
Finally, a real review of the hottest indie watch.
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47 Unpolished Rules for Watch Collecting
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20 Predictions and Rumors for 2025
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5 new watches I’d recommend to almost anyone.
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Beyond Unpolished: Let's Talk About Restoration
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Microbrands, Frankenwatches, and What Even Is a Vintage Watch? | Q&A
From microbrands to neo-vintage, a look at how collectors decide what matters—and what doesn’t.
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A Visit to Glashütte's Newest Independent Watchmaker
An inside look at former Lange watchmakers Kallinich Claeys' unique take on German watchmaking.
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Photo Report: Inside Rolliefest 2025
Much more than Rolex at one of the world's biggest gatherings of watch collectors.
Sep 28
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47 Unpolished Rules for Watch Collecting
Buy what you understand, and other practical & theoretical rules to guide your collecting (or not).
Sep 25
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Manufactured for the Moment: The Jump Hour in 2025
Three takes on three vintage Rolexes I saw this week; a celebrity Cartier; how Instagram shapes the watches that get made.
Sep 21
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Q&A: Ask Me Anything
See you in the comments
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What it's like to be a watch dealer in 2025.
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