Posts in Solar Watches

Orient Stretto Solar Watch Review (RA-TX0303L) | Best Watch in its Category?

Orient’s new “Stretto” RA-TX03 series is not only punching well above its weight - with a feature-packed movement and some beautiful dials, there's hardly any competition in this field.

Chronograph Watches, Citizen Watches, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Everyday Watches, Orient Watches, Solar Watches, Watches Under $300Chris HarkerOctober 25, 2024Orient Stretto Solar, Orient Stretto Chronograph, Orient TX03 Solar Watch, Orient RATX03, Orient RA TX0303LComment

Citizen Zenshin (Forza) Watch Review | Know THIS Before You Buy One

What’s more, unlike the Tsuyosa, this watch wasn’t made of stainless steel. Instead, it shipped with a far more ‘advanced’ Super Titanium case. I had to take a look at it.

Automatic Watches, Chronograph Watches, Citizen Watches, Everyday Watches, Solar Watches, Watches Under $300Ben ArthurOctober 23, 2024Citizen Forza Titanium Review, Citizen Forza Super Titanium Review, Citizen Forza Review, Citizen Zenshin Review, Citizen Forza Eco Drive Comments

Vaer C3 Korean Field Watch Review | Great Watch With One GLARING Issue…

As an introduction to affordable field watches, VAER’s C3 Korean US Solar watch is a fantastic place to start.

All Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, Field Watches, Quartz Watches, Rugged/Military, Rugged/Military List, Solar Watches, Vaer Watches, Watches Under $150Chris HarkerOctober 7, 2024Vaer C3 Korean Review, Vaer C3 Watch Review, Vaer Korean Solar Review, Vaer C3 Korean Field WatchComment

Casio Lineage LIW-M700D | This Is Japan's Best-Selling Watch

What you probably didn't realize is that some brands are secretly keeping their best watches from you…

Casio Watches, Chronograph Watches, Radio-Controlled Watches, Solar Watches, Watches Under $300, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurJune 2, 2023Casio Lineage LIW-M700D Review, Casio Lineage Chronograph, Casio Lineage JDM, Casio Lineage Japan Comments

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 Edifice Solar Review (EFS-S510D) | Is This Sporty Watch Style Over Substance?

We can at least use this model as a reference to judge the build quality and performance of Edifice watches. Are they Casio's attempt at pushing heavily marketed junk?

Watches Under $150, Solar Watches, Chronograph Watches, Casio Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Sports WatchesWeston DakinSeptember 9, 2022Casio Edifice Solar Review, Casio Edifice EFS-S510D REview, Casio EFS-S510D Comment

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

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

Casio MTP-S110 Review | Is this new Casio diver better than the Duro?

I’ve seen a few viable alternatives come and go, but recently I stumbled upon an option that may finally have surpassed it in raw bang for the buck.

Watches Under $150, Casio Watches, Dive Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Sports Watches, Solar WatchesBen ArthurDecember 3, 2021Casio MTP-S110 Review, Casio MTP-1avcf Review, Casio Solar Powered Watch Comments

Are Citizen Watches Any Good? Was I Too Harsh On Citizen?

Was I too harsh on Citizen? I did a little affordable watch brand tier list video in December last year and it’s fair to say that Citizen fans weren’t too pleased with the brand’s placing.

Watches Under $300, Citizen Watches, Solar Watches, Quartz Watches, All Quartz Watches, Everyday Watches, Sports WatchesBen ArthurJuly 29, 2021Are citizen watches good, Citizen BM7360-82L Review, Are Citizen watches good value, Is Citizen a good brand Comments

Casio Lineage Titanium Review (LCW-M100TSE-1AER) - The Greatest Watch Ever Made?

The brand, Casio. The specs; well, they’re out of this world. I think it’s time we gave this one the Ben’s Watch Club treatment, don’t you?

Watches Under $300, Casio Watches, Everyday Watches, Radio-Controlled Watches, Solar Watches, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurFebruary 9, 2021Casio Lineage Titanium Review, Casio Solar Powered Watch Review, Casio LCW-M100TSE-1AER Review Comments

How Do Solar Watches Work? | What is Eco Drive Technology?

Solar watches work by converting light energy into electronic energy, via a specially designed photovoltaic system; akin to that used in a traditional solar panel.

Other Watch Content, Solar Watches, Product Guides & Tests, Watches ExplainedBen ArthurOctober 23, 2020How do solar watches work, Solar powered watches good or bad, How do solar powered watches work, What is eco drive in a watch Comment

Seiko SNE479 Review - The Sleekest Seiko You've Never Heard Of

That’s what I did a few weeks back when I stumbled upon this; the Seiko SNE479. To me, this Seiko looks nothing like any Seiko I’ve come across before.

Watches Under $150, Dress/Minimalist Watches, Quartz Watches, Solar Watches, Seiko Watches, All Quartz WatchesBen ArthurOctober 15, 2020Seiko SNE479 Review, Seiko Solar Watch Review, Seiko Solar black dial, Seiko SNE solarComment

Marathon GPM 34mm & 36mm (Officer’s) Watch Review - Hardy in Form and Function

What’s small, plastic, contracted by the US Department of Defence, and contains radioactive material used in Thermonuclear Weaponry?

The New Casio F-91WB Review | But Is It Better Than The Original?

“Less is more" perfectly sums up minimalist design - a concept Casio has embraced in the F-91WB. But have they gone too far?

San Martin SN0116 Watch Review (B & GMT Style) | Better Than Swiss Made?

San Martin’s “Original Designs” line veers away from their usual homage game and delivers something fresh.

Zelos Nova 2 Review | These Insane Watches Should Be Way More Popular

This is the new Nova 37mm from Zelos. That’s right, Zelos. The same brand that brought you big-ass tool watch designs.

Spinnaker Fleuss GMT Automatic Review | Big, Bright and Bold

At 43.3 millimeters in diameter, and coming in a range of bright bold colorways, this particular model is less of a shrinking violet and more of a Jolly Green Giant.

Zelos Eagle 2 Review | Out Of This World Materials, But…

Zelos decided to throw a whole heap of exotic materials and textures at this timepiece and flog it at a hair under $1000. Does it work?

Seiko 5 Sports SNXS Review (SRPK87) - I Wanted To Like This New Seiko, But...

I’m about to reveal Seiko’s secret formula. The obscure, genius, groundbreaking strategy that keeps this watchmaking juggernaut at the very top of the pecking order.

Christopher Ward Watches Review – A Definitive Review (The Twelve 36mm & Sealander C63 GMT)

Once you pay over a grand, most watches are built to a similar standard (the recent Tag-Kith collab notwithstanding). I mean, £1,500 for a plastic watch? Are you kidding?

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…

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.

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.

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.

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.