Founded in the USA in 1891, with a history in timekeeping for American railroads spanning 130 years, Ball manufactures in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland. Founder Webb C. Ball set up tests and standards for all watches used on trains to ensure time keeping was accurate and to avoid disaster collisions. This became the rail road standard or “RR Standard” and till today features in Ball watches’ logo.
Christopher Ward is possibly a brand many are not too familiar with because you haven’t seen them in any stores. Well, there’s a logical reason for that, they are a purely online watch maker choosing to eliminate the middle man and sell direct to consumers. A unique selling point is their 60 day free returns and 60 month (5 year) movement warranty.
SevenFriday is an interesting brand. It doesn’t have a long heritage but it has seen some tremendous success over the last decade of its existence. I would say SevenFriday is a premium lifestyle brand. The concepts and designs are done in Switzerland, the movements are Japanese and the manufacturing is in Hong Kong. I have always been attracted by the unique designs of SevenFriday watches which are bold, and in a juxtaposition of words, futuristic retro. Depending on your view, the watches evoke imagery of a spaceship or a...
Watches can be a very personal experience. It can reflect your personal style, your mood or help elevate your outfit. It’s probably why so many of us spend so much time gazing with doe eyes at the literal cornucopia of timepieces available. So how do you stand out from the crowd when the person next to you might have the same Omega Speedmaster or Rolex Submariner. It’s not awkward by any means as they are beautiful watches, but if you really wanted something that is less likely you’ll ever...
In a watch market that is saturated by so many brands, how does one stand out? Undone Watches has answered this question by doing something a little different – let you be in charge of the design. For those unfamiliar with the brand, let me fill you in a little bit Undone Watches is a relatively young company which has been making custom timepieces for its customers for over 5 years. Blending of current shopping trends with traditional watchmaking allows each customer to create their own unique timepiece without...
Ball is a brand that has a rich history spanning 130 years since its founding in 1891. Ball are based in La Chaux-de-Fonds, Switzerland but have roots in the USA having being founded in Ohio. Ball made a name for itself during the growth of railroads in the United States following a head-on collision between two trains in 1891. Founder Webb C. Ball set up tests and standards for all watches used on US trains to ensure timekeeping was accurate and to avoid future disasters. This became the railroad...
We might be living in a ‘COVID-19 Normal’ world now, however, the team at Ovolo Laneways in Melbourne is hoping to introduce you to a world full of wonder instead. I don’t think we will be seeing much international travel for a while, so now is the perfect time to explore Australia or perhaps even your own city. After all, a staycation could be just what you need to regain some Zen in your life and recharge those batteries.