Define Watches presents The Watch Journal — a place for thoughtful articles about the craft, precision, and people who shape independent watchmaking today.
The Watch Journal is an editorial extension of Define Watches, created to share the stories, knowledge, and passion that connect us to the world of fine mechanical watchmaking. It’s a place where craftsmanship, heritage, and technical precision meet genuine appreciation for artistry and design.
Here, we feature in-depth articles, brand insights, technical guides, and news from the independent German, Swiss and Austrian watchmakers we represent.
The Habring² Chrono Felix Perpetual – Blue brings an unusual combination of mechanical complexity and classical design to the world of independent watchmaking. With a
Two distinctive dial colours, one historic German chronograph. The new Hanhart 0260 x BAIT Black and Cream editions combine the aviation heritage of the 417
The new Sinn 556 I F.A.Z. II O brings an entirely different look to the understated 556 collection. Its silver electroplated dial is paired with
A watch’s crystal is something we rarely think about, until the first scratch appears. While sapphire crystal and standard mineral glass can look almost identical,
A silver dial, unexpected green accents and a single letter hidden within the date display give the Sinn 556 I F.A.Z. II G a character
he Sinn 140 A S Anniversary marks an important milestone for the German watchmaker, celebrating 65 years of technical innovation through one of its most
The newly released Alexander Shorokhoff Cadamomo 3 takes one of mechanical watchmaking’s most established complications and presents it through a wonderfully unconventional design. A richly
The Armin Strom Mirrored Force Resonance Zeitgeist 1665 3N combines patented resonance technology with the warmth of a 3N yellow gold-coloured, hand-finished movement. Featuring twin
An independent mechanical watch can make a particularly meaningful Christmas gift, but choosing one is about much more than specifications or brand recognition. This guide
Can an avant-garde watch also be understated? Alexander Shorokhoff makes a convincing case with the Kandy Classic Black.
At first glance, its polished black enamel
The Damasko DC89 GMT Steel Blue and Black Blue bring two distinctive case finishes to the German manufacturer’s innovative GMT chronograph. Both share an elegant
Damasko’s horological journey began a quarter of a century ago with a ground-breaking patent for hardenable stainless steel, which led to the development and construction
The Moritz Grossmann BENU Power Reserve Black DLC presents a striking contemporary interpretation of traditional German haute horlogerie. Released to commemorate the 200th anniversary of
Can an avant-garde watch also be understated? Alexander Shorokhoff makes a convincing case with the Kandy Classic Black.
At first glance, its polished black enamel
MeisterSinger evolves its iconic single-hand philosophy, pairing a solitary, off-center minute hand with a snappy jumping hour complication and a mesmerizing hand-turned blue guilloché dial.
The new Armin Strom Tribute³ Au750 raises an interesting question: what happens when a watchmaker treats gold as part of the movement rather than simply
The Hanhart 417 ES Steve McQueen Limited Edition is based on an unusually genuine link between a watch and a cultural icon. Steve McQueen repeatedly
Oktoberfest is a celebration of Bavarian heritage, traditional clothing and a love of things made well. From its origins as a royal wedding celebration in
Mühle-Glashütte’s new Sportivo Power Dive brings colour, mechanical detail and genuine diving capability together in a distinctly German package. The combination of a power reserve
Water resistance is only part of what makes a capable dive watch. Saltwater places unusual demands on a watch case, making the grade, treatment and
