A classic watch is the perfect accessory to any outfit and adds a sophisticated, elegant touch in a world saturated with high tech gadgets. Whether you are a wrist watch enthusiast or a first time buyer looking for an investment piece, it can be difficult to make a decision on your next purchase with such an abundance of brands and models to choose from.

Luckily, those passionate about all things wrist watch related have create places for discussion, advice and news online, providing instant access to information allowing you to make informed choices.

We’ve picked out our top five watch blogs for you to enjoy:

A Blog To Watch

 

Claiming to be the “world’s most popular watch blog with watch reviews, industry information and buying guides”, A Blog To Watch is a go to source to answer anything watch related. The watch buying guide is particularly useful for those who are looking for their first watch, and it is conveniently broken down into price ranges to suit all budgets. You can even add to your collection for free if you are lucky enough to win the monthly competition!

Les Rhabilleurs

This blog is a favourite at Michel Herbelin with its strong French influence. This extremely stylish blog is really brought to life with stunning imagery. The passion and enthusiasm of its writers for exquisite time pieces is truly apparent. The travel diaries are a highlight of the blog, and allows for some much needed escapism to some breathtakingly beautiful locations.

The Watchismo Times

This blog creates a winning combination of old and new, featuring in depth profiles and information on the finest watches of modern time and days gone by. From expertly crafted vintage pieces from the sixties, to vibrant, futuristic plastic watches, there really is something for everyone on this blog, with detailed advice to get familiar with.

Fratello Watches

The Fratello watch blog is one of the original blogs out there founded in 2004. Here you will find opinionated watch reviews, comments, photo essays and watch event reports to name a few. Articles are written by a team of professionals who have been in the field of watches for generations, so expect well written and informative articles. It is worth visiting the blog on a Tuesday for their “Speedy Tuesday” feature where iconic watches old and new, built for their ability to accurately record time are put through their paces.

Watch Report

The Watch Report has received accolades from highly recognised sources such as Wired, New York Times and The Wall Street Journal, and we understand why. Writers at the Watch Report aim to help prospective buyers make decisions that are right for them, wishing to be a trusted, unbiased voice in the watch industry. All reviews are a true reflection of the writer’s thoughts- one to read when you want an honest opinion on a future investment.

Do you have a favourite blog we should add to our list?