Magazine

December 30, 2022

WatchGecko Review of 2022

In fine tradition the WatchGecko Magazine team are sharing their thoughts on the departing year with regards to the world of watches. Kick back and join us as we cast a retrospective, chronometer certified, eye on...

New Releases

December 26, 2022

Behind the scenes at Bremont Watches

It looks like the sort of place that should make Formula 1 cars or fighter jets. And that’s somewhat appropriate as the building is called ‘The Wing’, taking flight over the gentle Oxfordshire countryside near...

Citizen Promaster Tough ‘Ray Mears’ Strap Showcase

Reviews

December 21, 2022

Citizen Promaster Tough ‘Ray Mears’ Strap Showcase

In 2023 I am setting out on a quest to find the ultimate Field Watch. I plan to test drive some of the classics like the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical and others you may be...

Seiko Announces New Prospex Save the Ocean Limited Edition SPB333J1

New Releases

December 20, 2022

Seiko Announces New Prospex Save the Ocean Limited Edition SPB333J1

With the Prospex SPB313, SPB315 and SPB317 dive watches, Seiko introduced a stylish new dive watch collection earlier this year. These watches are unquestionably among the greatest the Japanese company has released in recent years....

Reviews

December 19, 2022

Let it snow on your Casio G-Shock

Over the last few days the UK has endured freezing temperatures. Last week, just for kicks, I snapped my Geckota Phalanx chilling in -6. These temperatures are rarely an issue for mechanical watches however if...

Timex unveils its new Timex Expedition North Titanium Automatic

New Releases Reviews

December 15, 2022

Timex unveils its new Timex Expedition North Titanium Automatic

Timex offers a little bit of something for everyone, which is one of the reasons I am such a big fan of the brand. The breadth of Timex's line of products is astounding; it includes...

Update report: ZULUDIVER Kingsand on a Rolex Explorer.

New Releases Product Guides

December 15, 2022

Update report: ZULUDIVER Kingsand on a Rolex Explorer.

Back in February 2022 I strapped the then new ZULUDIVER Curved End Rubber MKII strap to my Rolex Explorer II. A strap we collectively judged at the time to be a bit of a ground...

1990s Vintage Breitling Blackbird Strap Showcase

Reviews

December 15, 2022

1990s Vintage Breitling Blackbird Strap Showcase

When you are seeking a replacement strap for a vintage watch it’s interesting to take a moment to think about how the watch would have looked when first released, the unique era aesthetics of its...

December 14, 2022

Exploring the watch scene in Germany

Switzerland is, of course, the home of European watchmaking, but the next-most prominent country when it comes to creating watches is Germany. It’s a nation that’s famed for precision, order, and timekeeping just as much...

Super Squale makes a spectacular comeback

New Releases

December 13, 2022

Super Squale makes a spectacular comeback

Swiss watchmaker Squale has unveiled the latest Super Squale line-up of watches, which features five new variants that fall firmly within the ‘skin diver’ category. This is a popular area that the Italian-Swiss firm has...

Rolex reveals Certified Pre-Owned Programme

New Releases

December 13, 2022

Rolex reveals Certified Pre-Owned Programme

Rolex has recently announced that it is launching a Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) programme, allowing customers to purchase second-hand or discontinued editions of the company’s illustrious range of watches. Image Credit - Rolex Despite – or perhaps...