JOURNAL

Welcome to our Journal, a space dedicated to the art of storytelling and exploration within the world of watches. Here, we delve into a variety
of topics that celebrate the intricate craftsmanship, history, and culture surrounding timepieces.

Image of a GMT watch and its bracelet
  • July 05, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Which Side of a Watch Bracelet Should Be Longer?

On most metal watch bracelets, the 12 o’clock side should be longer than the 6 o’clock side. In practical terms,...

Image of Clean a Leather Wrist Watch Band
  • July 05, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
How to Clean a Leather Wrist Watch Band Without Damaging It

A leather wrist watch band should be cleaned gently, with as little water as possible. The safest method is to...

Image of use a wrist watch as a compass
  • July 04, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
How to Use a Wrist Watch as a Compass (Straight and Useful)

You can use an analog wristwatch as a rough compass by using the sun and the hour hand. In the...

Image of Quartz vs Mechanical Watches
  • July 04, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Difference Between Quartz and Mechanical Watch: Which Should You Choose?

The difference between a quartz and mechanical watch is simple at first: a quartz watch uses a battery and a...

Image of quartz movement
  • July 02, 2026
  • Keaton Callander
What Is Quartz Movement? A Guide to Battery-Powered Watch

A quartz movement is a battery-powered watch mechanism regulated by a tiny quartz crystal. It is the reason many watches...

Image of nh34 movement for gmt watches
  • July 02, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
What Is NH34 Movement? A Practical Guide to GMT Caliber

The NH34 movement is an automatic GMT watch movement made by TMI, a Seiko Group movement manufacturer. It is popular...

Image of Chronograph watch speedmaster panda
  • July 01, 2026
  • Keaton Callander
How Does a Chronograph Watch Work? The Anatomy of a Chronograph

A chronograph watch works by adding a stopwatch system to a regular watch. The normal hands keep showing the current...

Image of silver watch for men
  • July 01, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Men’s Silver Wrist Watch: How to Choose the Right One?

Choosing a men's silver wrist watch sounds simple, but most people quickly run into the same problem. Many watches look...

Image of Chronograph Watch
  • June 30, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
How to Use a Chronograph Watch: A Simple Step-by-Step Guide

A chronograph watch looks more complicated than a regular watch, but the basic idea is simple. It is a watch...

Image of wearing a watch on the right wrist
  • June 29, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Which Wrist Should You Wear a Watch On? (Left vs Right Wrist Explained)

Which wrist to wear a watch on? The short answer is simple: there is no strict rule. Most people wear...

Image of custom dress watch
  • June 26, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Dress Watch Recommendations: Best Dress Watch for Under $500 in 2026

For most people, a good dress watch should be simple. It should slide under a shirt cuff, match business or...

Image of men's watch with a white dial
  • June 23, 2026
  • SKYRIM WRIST
Men’s Watch Color Guide: How to Choose the Perfect Watch Color

Watch color is one of the biggest reasons a watch either becomes your daily favorite or stays in the box....