Hot List: February 23, 2024
Fun fact! Because snow foxes are so close to the ground, they’re prone to snow blindness! Most compensate by wearing Transitions© (as seen in the photo above) 🤓 On a related note, this week’s Hot List is so bright, we gotta wear shades! 😎 From the new Chronomasters to a downright dazzling Dune watch, this […]
Hot List: November 17, 2023
Listen up, turkeys! (We mean that lovingly) 🦃 With Thanksgiving just around the corner, we’re warming up the oven with some of the hottest watches of the week. From a Seiko stuffed with features to an award-winning Raymond Weil, there’s room for “seconds”. Let’s eat! 😋 TUDOR BLACK BAY 54 👨🏼🍳 Recipe for a perfect […]
Event Recap: Bremont’s Waterman Apex II Launch
Feldmar Watch Company was proud and honored to join Bremont and legendary big wave surfer Laird Hamilton in a full day of festivities to celebrate the launching of Bremont’s newest diving watch, the Waterman Apex II. Bremont’s commitment to developing the world’s finest diving watches is well known. Over many years they’ve worked with professional […]
Hot List: November 10, 2023
What a week! From the in-store launch of a very special Bremont (with a very special guest) to the arrival of some truly spicy pieces, it was definitely a hot week at Feldmar! 🔥 Let’s get to it! PARMIGIANI FLEURIER TONDA PF SPORT CHRONOGRAPH One of our perennial favorites in the store is surely the […]
Hot List: March 24, 2023
GLASHUTTE ORIGINAL VINTAGE SEVENTIES CHRONOGRAPH PANORAMA DATE Where’s the remote? This type of watch is called a “TV style” and nobody does it better than Glashutte Original! The green-dialed Vintages Seventies is a must-see, especially thanks to the oversized date window! FREDERIQUE CONSTANT HIGHLIFE TOURBILLON PERPETUAL CALENDAR One of just ten in the world, Feldmar […]
Collector’s Spotlight: Matt McD
An unknowing, unwitting Seiko collector — that’s exactly what our customer Matt (better known as @mattmcd_gmt on Instagram) is. We sat down with Matt to get to know him and learn about the timepieces in his impressive collection. Read on! Hey Matt! Let’s start with a brief introduction to who you are and what you […]
For Me, It’s About the Story . . .
A mechanical wrist watch is a funny item in today’s world. Almost everyone carries a smart phone from which the current time can be observed with ease. The precision by which the time is provided by these devices far exceeds the accuracy of most any wrist watch. So why do some of us have such […]
Feldmar Gift Guide: His & Hers Valentine’s Day
Love is in the air! At Feldmar, we have just the right gift for that special someone in your life. Celebrate this upcoming Valentine’s Day with a luxury timepiece or a stunning accessory he or she won’t be able to live without! Gifts for Her: 1. Jaquet Droz Petite Heure Minute Cuprite This Jaquet Droz […]
Purpose-Built Sports Watches Make the Living Easier
I am hard on watches, especially in the summer. My lifestyle is not suited to delicate watches. As the father of an energetic nine-year-old, I am constantly chucking a football, going for a bike ride or paddle boarding on the lake. If I don’t have a robust sports watch on, any day could see a […]
Father’s Day 2018: Our Picks
Surprise your dad and thank him for all he does for you with the perfect Father’s Day gift from Feldmar Watch Company. Read on to discover our picks. Ulysse Nardin Marine Regatta For the man who enjoys a day sailing the water, the Ulysse Nardin Marine Regatta is the perfect companion. Water-resistant up to 100m, […]
Watches in Movies: How and Why it Happens
Summer is the time for movie blockbusters, so what better time to talk about how watches end up in movies? Watches and clocks have been used as symbols throughout the history of film. Remember Harold Lloyd hanging from the giant clock in the 1923 silent film Safety Last? In a way, every watch in every […]
The Tourbillon Patent is 200 Years Old
Abraham Louis Breguet made the clock for Napoleon’s carriage. It was a heavy piece weighing more than 100 pounds. In the 18th century, the finest clocks money could buy had a tourbillon as part of the movement. Much more than two hundred years ago, Breguet patented the tourbillon as a pocket watch feature (not a […]
Watch Collecting 101: Starting Your Collection
Thinking about starting a luxury watch collection but have no idea where to start? Look no further. Our tips and tricks will help you curate a collection that is sure to be the envy of your watch collecting peers. Starting out When it comes to buying the first luxury watch in your collection, the options […]
A Deep Dive into the World of Dive Watches
Dive watches are one of the most popular types of watches out there . . . and for good reason. They are durable, rugged, reliable and long-lasting. They are held to such a high standard because if they fail to work when you need them most, the consequences can be catastrophic. To learn more, let’s […]
7 Father’s Day Watches for Every Type of Dad
Make dad feel special this Father’s Day. At Feldmar, we have just the right watch to suit your dad’s personality and style. Check out our list, here: For the Dad who loves action sports: NIXON Mission 48mm This Father’s Day, don’t let your dad go another year without having the world’s first action sports smartwatch. […]
How to Properly Care for your Watch Strap
An important part of your timepiece, watch straps come in a variety of materials and colors. When swapped out, they can totally change the look and style of your watch, and a well maintained strap can keep your watch looking like new for years and years to come. Discover our tips for caring for your […]
Where in the World? 4 World Time Watches
Whether you travel often for work or leisure, never worry about adjusting your watch when you arrive at your destination with these brilliant multi-zone timepieces. Bremont ALT1-WT World Timer A military watch created for pilots and world travelers, Bremont’s ALT1-WT can display local, GMT and any other UTC time zone. The dial, which comes in […]
Best Watch Buys Under $10,000
Looking to start a watch collection? Want to grow your current collection by adding in as many pieces as possible? Look no further than these luxury timepieces that are priced below $10,000. All with exquisite features and a design inspired from their brands’ rich histories, these five pieces are sure to make your personal watch […]
Beauty in the Details: 6 Unusual Watch Finishes Worth a Second Look
What is the special ingredient that takes an accessory from “ooh” to “WOW”? For many timepieces, the key is in the details, often on display in the materials and striking finish of a case, dial, or strap. Check out these 6 watches featuring unusual finishes, and don’t be surprised if you find yourself coming back […]
Feeling Blue? Our Favorite Blue Watches
Not only does the color blue remind us of the ocean and the sky, it’s also the color adorning some of our favorite timepieces. Check out these 5 blue watches below and let us know which you’d like to add to your collection. Bremont U-2 The Bremont U-2 timepiece features a beautiful dark blue colored […]
Global Watchmaking: Where Are Your Favorite Timepieces Made?
You’re sporting that luxury watch around town, but do you know where it came from? If you guessed your watch was from Switzerland, there’d be a good chance you were right, but many luxury watch brands are manufactured outside of the ‘Watchmaking Capital of the World.’ Follow us around the globe to see where luxury […]
5 Watches to Honor Dad this Father’s Day
As Sunday, June 19 approaches, don’t think conservatively for a gift for your father. Think big and honor him in all the ways you know how, with these five exquisite timepieces fit for every kind of dad. Bremont Supermarine S500 Inspired by aviation, this diver’s watch has an anti-magnetic Faraday cage that encases its beautifully-finished, […]
Ask the Experts: What are the Differences Between Quartz and Mechanical Movements?
We’re sure you’ve heard the saying “it’s what’s on the inside that counts” before. Of course you want to love the style of your timepiece but it’s just as important to have an understanding of what’s on the inside too. A movement (or calibre) is the heart of the watch that drives the hands around […]