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In 2025, the indie watchmaking scene reached new heights, proving once again that innovation and artistry continue to thrive outside of the big corporations, captivating us with daring mechanics, sophisticated finishes and pure creative freedom. Whether you're looking for the best indie watches of 2025 or want to see how far independent brands can push […]

Perpetual calendar clocks are extraordinary mechanisms capable of compressing the peculiarities of our Gregorian calendar, including tricky leap years, into a remarkably small range. Luckily, calendar watches of all denominations were well represented this year, and we've compiled a list of six watches that made an impression. From an unusual but easy-to-read regulator display to […]

Although we regularly offer many very expensive watches and prices generally seem to increase year on year, it is reassuring to know that some brands still have good, honest and good value watchmaking. This year, the established names are joined by some new ones to offer a fairly wide range of styles, as well as […]

While 2024 showed that vintage design is still popular, 2025 proves that it can still surprise us. As watchmakers continue to explore new materials and bold designs, vintage inspiration remains a key creative influence. From digital Art Deco revivals to post-war classics, this year brought many exciting new editions. Here is our pick of the […]

Last year was already our most productive year when it comes to video content, but this year we did it again and then some! We have published almost 100 videos and generated almost 6 million views on our channel, which is just incredible. We have created countless video reviews and a large number of in-depth […]

Watches with integrated bracelets and elegant, sporty designs are still popular. Even though the hype seems to have cooled down a bit, the category remains very competitive but also creative. From major watch brands refining icons to young independents challenging the rules, 2025 has produced an outstanding mix of timepieces that combine innovation, design and […]

The popularity of the diving watch category does not decrease year after year. Owning a diving watch is a classic for most brands and a must in any serious collection. It's always a good summer or weekend option, even though most of us won't go deeper than the bottom of a swimming pool. For this […]

For globetrotters who jump across time zones, a GMT watch or a more sophisticated world time watch is the most useful travel companion. Although cynics will counter this argument with a cell phone or smartwatch, there is nothing as reassuring and personal as your own travel watch. Thanks to Louis Cottier's ingenious solution in the […]

More of a complication than a watch category or style per se, the chronograph still features prominently in brands' portfolios. With the end of the year quickly approaching, it's time for the MONOCHROME team to pick their favorite watches of 2025, and that includes the best chronographs we've seen throughout the year. Of course, lots […]

By now the history of Dirty Dozen military watches is probably familiar to almost anyone who reads an article like this, but here's a quick overview for any latecomers. Over 80 years ago, as World War II raged, the British Ministry of Defense (MOD) recognized the need for a soldier's wristwatch that was more robust […]