Posts in Everyday Watches

The 10 Toughest Watch Brands On The Planet | Great Picks For Every Budget

Here’s a list of the most durable brands I’ve come across; for those of you after a hardy watch that can take a licking and keep on ticking.

Affordable Watches List, Best Watches Lists, Casio G-Shock Watches, Everyday Watches, Other Watch Content, Product Guides & Tests, Rugged/Military List, Rugged/Military, Watch Buying GuidesBen ArthurMay 31, 2024Toughest Watches 2024, Most durable Watch Brands, Toughest Watch Brands, Most Durable Watch Brands, Cheap Tough WatchesComment

VAER S3/C3 36mm Tradition Field Watch Review | A Near-Excellent Thin Field Watch

With over 20 types and variations of field style watch, Vaer has certainly left potential buyers with plenty of choice.

Vaer Watches, Watches Under $300, Quartz Watches, Microbrand/Other Watches, Field Watches, Everyday WatchesBrett NicholasMay 28, 2024Vaer Tradition Watch Review, Vaer S3 watch review, Vaer 36mm field watch review, Vaer s3 tradition review, Vaer Tacktical Field Watch Review Comment

This Bargain Breguet Alternative Is Impressive, Yet Flawed - Orient Bambino Sun and Moon Review

There’s a little something for everyone in Orient’s dress watch line-up. A good example is reference RA-AK0803Y10B reviewed here.

Automatic Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Orient Watches, Watches Under $300Chris HarkerMay 27, 2024Orient Bambino Sun and Moon, Orient Bambino Sun and Moon Review, Orient Sun and Moon V2, Orient RA-AK0803YLOB, Orient Bambino moon phaseComment

Casio A1100 Digital Watch Review | The iF Design Winner Is Only $150, But Should You Buy One?

This Casio A1100 definitely feels much better than the A100, but does it feel almost £100 better?

Casio Watches, Digital Watches, Everyday Watches, Watches Under $150Ben ArthurMay 23, 2024Casio A1100 Vintage Review, Casio A1100 Review, Casio iF Design Winners, Casio Stainless Steel Digital Watch, Casio All Steel Digital WatchComment

Erebus Ascent Review | This $350 Watch Is Way Better Than I Expected

Welcome to one of the most surprising watch launches of 2024. I didn’t expect this watch to be so good.

All Mechanical Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Microbrand/Other Watches, Watches Under $300Ben ArthurMay 15, 2024Erebus Ascent Review, Erebus Ascent Watch, Just One More Watch Erebus, Erebus Ascent Watch Review Comment

20 Best Cheap Old Money Watches | Achieve The Luxury Look For Less!

Old money watches don’t have to be expensive! If you know where to look…

Affordable Watches List, Best Dress Watch Lists, Best Watches Lists, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Other Watch Content, Popular Watch Alternatives, Watch Buying Guides, Watches Under $300Ben ArthurMay 2, 2024Old Money Watches, Cheap Old Money Style Watches, Best Cheap Old Money Watches, Affordable Old Money WatchesComment

Casio GA-2100-1A1ER Review | GQ Claimed This Watch Was “Cool AF” But Were They Right?

Launched in 2019, the newly honed G-Shock GA-2100 immediately struck a chord with G-Shock fans and broader watch enthusiasts alike.

Casio G-Shock Watches, Casio Watches, Everyday Watches, Rugged/Military, Sports Watches, Watches Under $150Chris HarkerApril 18, 2024Casio GA-2100-1A1ER, Casio Casioak Review, Casioak G Shock, Casio G Shock GA 2100 Review, Casio G Shock Utility Black ReviewComment

The Best Orient Watches of All Time - Ultimate Line-Up Of Orient's Top Watches!

Which Orient watches are truly the best? I’ve explored the entire range to find the best value options!

Automatic Watches, Best Dress Watch Lists, Best Watches Lists, Dive Watches List, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Orient Watches, Quartz Watches, Sports Watches, Watches Under $300Ben ArthurApril 12, 2024Best Orient Watches, Best Orient Watches of All Time, Which Orient Watch To Buy, Best Value Orient Watches, Top Orient Watches, Affordable Orient WatchesComment

Addiesdive AD2030 Desert Watch Review | This Is The New King Of Budget Watches

For once, though, I’ve found a watch online that shocked me with how *little* it cost.

All Quartz Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Mecha-Quartz Watches, Watches Under $150, Addiesdive WatchesBen ArthurApril 2, 2024Addiesdive Watch Review, Addiesdive AD2030, Addiesdive AD2118, San Martin SN0129Comment

Casio EFB-108D vs EFR-S108D Review | Casio’s Most Popular ‘Edifice’ Returns...Again?

But as I went to make this post, Casio did something that made both watches virtually obsolete, and surprisingly, you’ll probably be glad they did.

All Quartz Watches, Casio Watches, Casio Watches List, Everyday Watches, Popular Watch Alternatives, Quartz Watches, Watches Under $150Ben ArthurMarch 7, 2024Casio Edifice EFB-108D Review, Casio EFB-108D-, New Casio Edifice 2024, Casio Edifice EFR-S108D Review, Casio Edifice EFR-S108D Green Comment

Orient Mako 40mm Sport Review | Is This Orient's Biggest Blunder?

Believe it or not, you're looking at that very mistake right now…notice anything strange?

Orient Watches, Watches Under $300, Sports Watches, Automatic Watches, Dive Watches, Everyday Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBen ArthurSeptember 4, 2023Orient Mako 40mm Review, Orient Mako 40 Review, Orient Sports Mako, Orient Mako Review, Orient Mako RA-AC Review Comment

The REAL Truth About the Casio Datejust Tiffany Watch

Loads of reviewers, especially TikTokkers and YouTube shorts creators, are hyping the "Casio Tiffany" to the moon and back…

Casio Watches, Watches Under $50, All Quartz Watches, Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, Dress/Minimalist WatchesBen ArthurAugust 30, 2023Casio Datejust Tiffany, Casio Tiffany Blue, Casio Tiffany Blue Review, Casio Datejust Homage, Casio MTP 1302 TiffanyComment

Armitron Digital Watch Review | This Armitron Beats Casio…BADLY!

Is this the Casio killer we’ve been waiting for?

Armitron, Watches Under $50, All Quartz Watches, Digital Watches, Everyday WatchesBen ArthurApril 27, 2023Armitron Watch Review, Armitron Vs Casio, Armitron Sport Watch Review, Armitron Digital Watch Review Comment

Casio Oceanus OCW-S100 Review | This Casio Is Beautiful, But…

I've been wearing this OCW-S100 for the past few weeks, and in short, it's similar to the T150, but has some unforeseen differences.

Watches Under $300, Everyday Watches, Solar Watches, Radio-Controlled Watches, Casio Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Sports WatchesBen ArthurOctober 2, 2022Casio ocw-s100-1ajf review, Casio Oceanus ocw-s100-1ajf review, Casio Oceanus ocw S100 Comments

Casio Oceanus vs Citizen Eco Drive –Ultimate $500 Titanium Watch Battle

Let's say you've got a budget of around $500. Should you go for one of the higher-end Casios? Or is Citizen the obvious choice at that price point?

Other Watch Content, Watch vs Watch Battles, Radio-Controlled Watches, Quartz Watches, Solar Watches, Citizen Watches, Casio Watches, Everyday Watches, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurJuly 1, 2022Casio Oceanus vs Citizen, Casio vs Citizen, Which is better Casio or Citizen?, Casio or Citizen, Citizen eco drive vs Casio Solar, Casio ocw vs Citizen Eco Drive Comment

Timex Expedition North Review | Timex Accomplished What Casio Couldn’t!

Late last year, Timex released a bunch of interesting field watches under the Expedition North banner. On the surface, these seem to essentially be upgraded versions of the cheaper Weekender and Expedition watches.

Watches Under $150, Timex Watches, Quartz Watches, Field Watches, All Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Automatic WatchesBen ArthurMay 18, 2022Timex Expedition North Review, Timex Expedition Solar Review, Timex Expedition North Mechanical Review Comments

Phoibos Apollo Titanium Review | Great Quality, But…

On paper, this should be one of the best brands I've ever reviewed.

Watches Under $300, Automatic Watches, Phoibos Watches, Everyday Watches, Pilot Watches, Dive Watches, Microbrand/Other Watches, All Mechanical WatchesBen ArthurMarch 18, 2022Phoibos Apollo review, Phoibos Apollo titanium review, Phoibos Apollo full titanium, Are Phoibos watches any goodComment

Maen Greenwich 38 GMT Review - Does Lightning Strike Twice?

A well-designed, high-quality watch from a former Kickstarter brand not out to scam you?!

Watches Under $300, Maen Watches, Automatic Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, GMT Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurMarch 16, 2022Maen Greenwich 38 GMT Review, Maen Greenwich Review, Maen Greenwich 38 Automatic GMT, Are Maen watches GoodComment

Casio Oceanus Titanium Review (OCW-T150-1AJF) | Is This My Grail Casio?

Are these watches the true premium Casios I've been looking for? How can they justify the high retail price?

Watches Under $300, Casio Watches, Solar Watches, Radio-Controlled Watches, Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurFebruary 28, 2022Casio Oceanus ocw-t150-1ajf review, Casio Oceanus titanium review, Casio Oceanus solar atomic watch, Casio Oceanus watch reviewComment

RZE Resolute Watch Review | This Microbrand Rings A Bell…

RZE, formerly Reise has more experience than first impressions would have you believe.

Watches Under $300, RZE Watches, Everyday Watches, Automatic Watches, All Mechanical Watches, Field Watches, Microbrand/Other WatchesBen ArthurFebruary 24, 2022RZE watch review, RZE Resolute watch review, Are RZE watches good, Reise watch reviewComment

Orient Triton Watch Review (RA-AC0K04E10B) | Now I’ve Spotted It, I Can’t Stop Seeing It…

Orient's global press release for this watch was "a diver design model with offset crown" - hardly inspirational…

Best Watches on AliExpress - The Complete Guide to Buying Top Chinese Watch Brands

How should you best use the site? What are the hidden gem best AliExpress watch brands, and which should you steer clear of?

The Ultimate Seiko Rolex Killer List - Affordable Seiko Watches That Look Like Rolex

If you love Rolex but don't fancy remortgaging your house, here are affordable alternatives from acclaimed watchmaker Seiko.

Top 20 Casio Watches Of All Time – The Ultimate List of Affordable Casio Watches

If you’re looking to get a great wristwatch for very little money, you can’t go wrong with Casio. They have a legendary reputation for making some of the cheapest and most durable digital watches on the planet.

Seiko SRPD73K2 Watch Review | Is This Budget Bond Watch Worth Buying?

First impressions are good; the watch is pleasing to the eye and feels reassuringly weighty, with various visual enhancements setting it apart.

Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Review | The Thinnest (and best?) Field Watch For The Money

The Hamilton may seem like an overly-simplistic timepiece for the money, but after wearing it for several weeks, I’m glad I gave it a fair chance as I was pleasantly surprised in many ways.

Citizen Promaster NY0040 | Why Is This Diver Still So Popular 30 Years Later?

Citizen’s famous Promaster line has been lauded since its introduction in 1989, and I’ve finally got my hands on perhaps their most time-tested models; the NY0040.

Timex Marlin Jet Automatic Review | Can Looks Overcome Specs?

This model exemplifies Timex’s focus on unique design and aesthetic appeal, targeting a niche segment of watch enthusiasts.

Seiko SNK371K1 Review | The Coolest Seiko Speed Racer Is Soon To Be Discontinued!

If you like watches but don’t want to spend much, pay attention. You see, I’ve found a great-looking budget Seiko that’s under $100.

Biden Watch Review | The Best Selling Watch on Amazon... But Why?

This is the most popular watch on Amazon right now. It’s not a Rolex, not a Casio, not even a MoonSwatch. No, this watch is a…Biden? Wait, what?!

Steinhart Ocean One Vintage Red Review | Ticks All the Vintage Diver Boxes

Enter the Steinhart Ocean One 39 Vintage Red. No, it’s not an exact copy of a vintage Rolex Sea-Dweller Double Red, but it comes incredibly close.

Is This Dirt-Cheap Casio Really a PRX-Killer? - Casio MTP-B145D Review

Introducing the new MTP-B145D. It’s the latest ‘Tiffany’ blue watch from Casio, and unlike the previous one, this one is actually made of stainless steel.