Brew Darkbrew HP-1 Watch Review
Not long ago while reviewing a certain regulator-style dive watch, I expressed the importance of collecting and experiencing watches outside of your comfort zone as a watch enthusiast. Not only did the watch enable me to discover previously hidden facets of my taste in watch collecting, it also proved to be something that was simply fun to wear. Before getting my hands on the?Brew Darkbrew HP-1 watch, I viewed it as a piece that would simply never find its way into my daily rotation and for a lot of collectors, I’m sure the feeling might seem mutual if they haven’t experienced the watch in person. However, this proved to be a watch that, once again, caught me off guard and the experience of unveiling new and untapped preferences as a watch enthusiast was almost more valuable than spending time with the watch in the first place.For those that aren’t familiar with the brand, Brew Watches was started by Jonathan Ferrer and inspired by the sanctity of everyday coffee brea
Hands-On With The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean For The 36th America's Cup
The modern diver-like the modern sailer, might not still formally rely on a traditional analog instrument strapped to their wrist, but as any habitual tool watch wearer will tell you, that's hardly the point. And for such an enthusiast, even a truncated regatta race calendar this year hasn't stopped Omega from launching a new limited edition Seamaster Planet Ocean built to commemorate the 36th America's Cup. Now, we've seen Omega give this gorgeous white lacquer dial and blued marker treatment to other watches, most notably on the Aqua Terra Goodplanet editions from years' past, but in this particular instance, that color scheme (with the addition of plenty of red) suits not only the America's Cup, but the Emirates Team New Zealand livery-an outfit Omega has supported with numerous special edition Seamaster and Speedmaster watches since 1995. Before before we get too deep into this particular reference's detail-rich design though, get yourself caught up on the Planet Ocean with Bilal's