Don’t forget to adjust your watch as this weekend sees the return of BST
• history of watches
The weather has been rather mixed the last few weeks, but believe it or not, spring is here and this weekend sees the return of British Summer Time.
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Patek Philippe’s Calibre 89 pocket watch heading to auction
• Pocket Watches
World renowned watchmakers Patek Phillipe are sending their ‘Calibre 89’ pocket watch to auction where it could shatter the £19.4 million world record.
The oldest watch manufacturer in the world has created a new timepiece
• Antique watches
The oldest watch manufacturer in the world has created a new pocket watch that has been eight years in the making and boasts a staggering amount of complications.
Men’s Spring Style Guide
• Pieces of Time news & articles
One of our favourite things about spring is that we can ditch our chunky knitwear and winter coats and start to pick out lighter airier clothing that compliments the season.
7 Interesting Facts About Watches
• Antique watches
Watches are truly remarkable, from the intricate craftsmanship that goes into producing some of the finest mechanical watches for men to the complications found in antique pocket watches.
Watches through the ages
• Antique watches
You’ve picked up one of our fabulous antique watches and are gazing at it adoringly, then the thought pops in to your head ‘how did watches evolve to where they are today?’
9 Items every man should have in their wardrobe
• Style and watches
Any true stylish gent will have a wardrobe that can cope with any occasion that slips into their diary, from an afternoon at the polo to drinks with the guys, a well-stocked wardrobe will consist of certain items that stand the test of time, can complete any look and never go out of style.
Five things you should avoid when caring for your pocket watch
• Antique watches
One of the most popular styles of collectible watches is the pocket watch and one of the most common questions we get asked is ‘how do I care for it?’. As with any mechanical device your watch requires some degree of maintenance, a good rule of thumb is that your pocket watch should be oiled […]
7 things to turn your office into a style haven
• Antique watches
Whether you’re reclining in your chair at work or in your home office, there are many things you can do to turn that neutral space into a style haven.
Antique dealer’s amazing collectible watch selection
• Antique watches
Whether it’s a beautiful wrist watch or a magnificently crafted pocket watch, collectible watches are always a highly prized addition to anybody’s private collection as they are a great investment opportunity as well as being an heirloom item that can be passed down through generations.
Watch Brand Pronunciation
• Antique watches
When picking up a wrist watch, pocket watch or a special antique watch, save yourself any potential embarrassment by correctly pronouncing the brand name correctly.
Ancient “ham shaped” sundial found to be Roman pocket watch
• Antique watches
During the excavation of an ancient Roman villa, 18th century workers unearthed a small lump of metal which was small enough to fit inside a coffee mug. After cleaning, it was revealed to be something of great historical significance, whilst also being rather humorous…
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