Inspired by the legendary reference 8171, the new Rolex Perpetual Padellone combines vintage styling with an instantaneous annual calendar, meteorite moonphase and advanced calibre 7190. Technically impressive, certainly expensive, but has Rolex tried to fit too much onto its 39mm dial?

Ordered in March and now on the wrist, the Elliot Brown Holton FDE brings earthy tones, quartz convenience and plenty of tool watch appeal. My only gripe? Those lugs demand their fair share of wrist.

The NORQAIN Independence Skeleton Titanium combines a lightweight Grade 5 titanium case, stealthy black DLC coating and red gold accents. We take a closer look at the latest addition to Norqain's bold Independence collection.

The Breitling Emergency helped spark my interest in watches. Years later, I revisit the original yellow-dial model to ask whether its appeal still depends on a rescue feature I hope never to use.