With worldwide shutdowns and manufacturer closures, the world of watches looks like we're in an uncertain time and the path forward is tough to figure out. However, here at WatchBox we wanted to remind everyone that this isn't the first time the industry has faced global obstacles and from that struggle something new was born every time. That's why we made a very special episode of the Classroom to look back at those times.
C'Quon Gottlieb is back in the office and laying down the stories of some amazing watches that rose from times of global hardship. Whether it be the Breitling Chronograph and Panerai Radiomir during the World Wars, Rolex surveying a post-war world with the Datejust, or the technological advances of the Omega Co-Axial Escapement and F.P. Journe Elegante, brands and people have time and time again proven some of the most innovative ideas can arise from anywhere and anytime.
So sit back and let CQ take us on a journey of people and ideas facing a dark future head on and coming out on top. For from necessity comes innovation!
Different collectors have different styles, obviously, but Mike Shani's might just be one of the most impressive ones we've had in WatchBox Studios yet. Friend of the house and the man behind @shani.watch on Instagram, Mike has spent years building out his collection featuring some of the best fr...
So you just dropped all that money on a new piece but want to know how to make sure it stays in tip-top shape? Mike Michael's got you covered! Our master watchmaker is on deck to talk about preventative practices that help maintain a watch over the long haul such as avoiding automatic winders and...
The Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 16520 is encased in 40mm of stainless steel surrounding a black dial on a stainless steel Oyster bracelet. Features of this Rolex Cosmograph Daytona with a Zenith movement include hours, minutes, small seconds and chronograph. This Rolex watch also measures 12.5mm in ...
