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Sam Kessler

Legend has it that Sam’s first word was ‘escapement’ and, while he might have started that legend himself, he’s been in the watch world long enough that it makes little difference. As the editor of Oracle Time, he’s our leading man for all things horological – even if he does love yellow dials to a worrying degree. Owns a Pogue; doesn’t own an Oyster Perpetual. Yet.

Articles by Sam Kessler

Legend has it that Sam’s first word was ‘escapement’ and, while he might have started that legend himself, he’s been in the watch world long enough that it makes little difference. As the editor of Oracle Time, he’s our leading man for all things horological – even if he does love yellow dials to a worrying degree. Owns a Pogue; doesn’t own an Oyster Perpetual. Yet.

How Grand Seiko Create Their Stunning Textured Dials

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Is the Patek Philippe Golden Ellipse Their Most Underrated Watch?

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Chronotechna’s SeaQuest Dive Showcases the Best Features of Modern Dive Watches

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Interview Subdial Co-Founder Ross Crane Talks Watches, Art and German Cars

Fears Launch Anniversary Brunswick Pure

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Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto Watch Review

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Tips for Designing a Great Watch from the Experts at Grand Seiko, Bulgari and More!

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Samuel Ross, Founder of A-Cold-Wall*, Talks Art, Design and One Massive Watch

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Ematelier’s Mastery of Custom Enamel Dials is Second to None

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The Bremoir Lexington is an Ode to 1920s Art Deco Architecture

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