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AI editorial illustration of the Casio GW-6900-1JF watch.
Buying Guides

G-Shock GW-6900: Is the Original Solar Model Still Worth Buying?

The original G-Shock GW-6900 combines Tough Solar and radio timekeeping. Its substantial case, discontinued status and updated alternative…
10 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Casio EFV-100D-1AV watch.
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Casio Edifice EFV-100: The Appeal of a Simple Steel Quartz Watch

The Casio Edifice EFV-100D-1AV keeps things simple: steel, quartz and a black date dial. Its dimensions, older-model status…
10 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Orient RA-AK0401L watch.
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Orient Defender II: A Field Watch for a More Casual Working Week

Can the Orient Defender II work with smarter clothes? Its blue dial, calendar displays, 42.4 mm case and…
09 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Orient Star RE-AU0002S watch.
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Orient Star RE-AU0002S: A Dress Watch with a Useful Extra Dial

The Orient Star RE-AU0002S combines traditional styling with a power-reserve display. Explore its size, movement and dress-watch trade-offs.
09 Aug 2026 • 6 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Orient AA02001B / TAA02001B9 watch.
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Orient Mako II: Does the Familiar Budget Diver Still Make Sense?

The black Orient Mako II explained: exact references, dimensions, its F6922 movement and the choices that matter against…
09 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of a Citizen Series 8 830 with a blue lattice dial and steel bracelet.
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Citizen Series 8 NA1010-84X: What Makes the 830 Different

The NA1010-84X combines a layered mother-of-pearl dial with Citizen’s 0950 automatic movement. Understanding its exact identity helps separate…
08 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of a Citizen Garrison-style watch with black Arabic-numeral dial and olive fabric strap.
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Citizen Garrison BM8180-03E: An Everyday Alternative to a G-Shock

The compact Garrison offers solar power and a simple analogue display. It can replace a G-Shock for some…
08 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of a blue-and-yellow Citizen Skyhawk with steel bracelet, analogue hands and digital displays.
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Citizen JY8078-52L Skyhawk: Is the Slide Rule Useful?

The Blue Angels Skyhawk puts a working slide rule around a radio-controlled Eco-Drive movement. Its usefulness depends on…
08 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Seiko SPB101J1 watch.
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Seiko Sumo SPB101: The Size Question Beyond 45 mm

Is the Seiko Sumo SPB101 too large? Its 52.6 mm lug span, 188 g weight, long reserve and…
07 Aug 2026 • 5 min read
AI editorial illustration of the Seiko SRPE93K1 watch.
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Seiko Turtle SRPE93: Can a 45 mm Diver Work Every Day?

The Seiko SRPE93 Turtle explained: its broad cushion case, silicone strap, 4R36 movement and the everyday trade-offs behind…
07 Aug 2026 • 5 min read