Mechanical Watches

Buying Guides

Best Automatic Watches for Beginners

Seven automatics and one hand-wound alternative for a first mechanical watch, with hacking, hand-winding, power reserve and accuracy explained.

Watch Knowledge

Automatic vs Quartz Watches: Which Movement Is Right for You?

Spring and balance wheel or crystal and battery? How each movement works, how accurate they really are, and which suits the way you wear a watch.