FAQ: Which Omega Speedmaster is the Moonwatch?
It’s a common question. Many believe, that it was the 145.022, powered by the cal. 861. As a result, they refer to the cal. 861 and cal. 1861 Speedmasters as Moonwatches. Technically, the 145.022 [...]
Period-Correct Watch Bands – 1940s & 1950s
I’ve seen many people asking, what band would their watch originally have been sold on. The truth is: unless you can find the original advertisement or catalog entry for your watch, there’s [...]
FAQ: What is a Ligne in Watchmaking?
Ligne is one of those terms that you may have seen before but not knowing exactly what it means. I certainly had never heard of it before I became interested in watches and watchmaking. When I [...]
Service: Marchal La Haye Watch with AS 984 Movement
This time a very obscure watch on the bench. I couldn’t find any info about Marchal La Haye. All I know is that it’s a 1940s dress watch with an AS 984 movement, a lovely dial with a [...]