The Q&C Blog
A Concise Guide to the Valjoux 72C and Vintage ...
In the golden age of mechanical watchmaking, few movements achieved the legendary status of the Valjoux 72C. Produced from 1938 to 1974, this manual-wind chronograph was a marvel of engineering, combining precise...
A Concise Guide to the Valjoux 72C and Vintage ...
In the golden age of mechanical watchmaking, few movements achieved the legendary status of the Valjoux 72C. Produced from 1938 to 1974, this manual-wind chronograph was a marvel of engineering, combining precise...
Gallet Commander: A Vintage Chronograph Unlike ...
The Fateful Yahoo Auction Discovery It all began with a poorly lit listing on Yahoo Auctions Japan. The photos were fuzzy, the description vague—just "Vintage Chronograph, Excelsior Park movement." But...
Gallet Commander: A Vintage Chronograph Unlike ...
The Fateful Yahoo Auction Discovery It all began with a poorly lit listing on Yahoo Auctions Japan. The photos were fuzzy, the description vague—just "Vintage Chronograph, Excelsior Park movement." But...
The Minister’s Watch: Chasing Zhou Enlai’s Lege...
After a two-week business trip to Europe, I felt the sudden urge to text my therapist—or, as I like to call him, my "drug dealer" (the guy who sells me...
The Minister’s Watch: Chasing Zhou Enlai’s Lege...
After a two-week business trip to Europe, I felt the sudden urge to text my therapist—or, as I like to call him, my "drug dealer" (the guy who sells me...
Orient Grand Prix: The Japanese Calatrava and I...
It all started when I was doom-scrolling on Instagram and stumbled upon a Calatrava-style, time-only gold dress watch. The watch had all the features I adore: a clean dial, baton...
Orient Grand Prix: The Japanese Calatrava and I...
It all started when I was doom-scrolling on Instagram and stumbled upon a Calatrava-style, time-only gold dress watch. The watch had all the features I adore: a clean dial, baton...
The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Watch Strap Combi...
Why Your Vintage Watch Strap Choice Matters Whether you're pairing a strap with a Rolex Datejust or a vintage Cartier Tank, selecting the right leather strap can transform your timepiece...
The Ultimate Guide to Vintage Watch Strap Combi...
Why Your Vintage Watch Strap Choice Matters Whether you're pairing a strap with a Rolex Datejust or a vintage Cartier Tank, selecting the right leather strap can transform your timepiece...
Understanding Watch Lug Width: A Complete Guide
When it comes to personalising your timepiece with a new watch strap, one crucial measurement can make or break your purchase: the lug width. Whether you're a seasoned collector or...
Understanding Watch Lug Width: A Complete Guide
When it comes to personalising your timepiece with a new watch strap, one crucial measurement can make or break your purchase: the lug width. Whether you're a seasoned collector or...