Earlier this month, during a podcast discussion about the concept of the "gateway watch," the Astor+Banks Sea was highlighted as a standout piece. This French independent brand, founded in 2016, has made waves with its vintage-inspired designs, all assembled in France. Baltic, another notable name, offers a diverse range of retro-styled watches that continue to captivate enthusiasts.
In a recent episode of a popular watch-focused podcast, the conversation turned to the Giorgio Galli S2Ti, the final installment in Galli’s acclaimed S-series. Ming’s latest dive watch, a follow-up to their award-winning model from last year, also took the spotlight. The episode then delved into the revival of Autodromo’s Monoposto automatic, a motorsport-inspired timepiece first released 13 years ago. Rounding out the discussion was the MKII Fulcrum, a modern remake of a watch from over a decade ago.
This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Windup Watch Fair, and to celebrate, a fourth show has been added to the lineup. For the first time, the event will take place in Dallas, Texas, on March 15th and 16th. Hosting around 40 brands, the fair will be held at the Hickory Street Annex in the Deep Ellum neighborhood. Texas-based watch enthusiasts are encouraged to mark their calendars for this exciting addition.
The resurgence of vintage-inspired watches speaks to a broader trend in the industry. Here are a few reasons why these timepieces continue to captivate:
Whether you're a seasoned collector or a newcomer to the world of watches, there’s something undeniably appealing about the blend of old and new in today’s timepiece offerings.
