Fratello Friday

Fratello Friday is a cooperation between Fratello Watch Blog and watchtime.com

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How To Buy Vintage Watches

The market for truly "vintage" watches is something quite different from that for relatively young "pre-owned" watches. In this in-depth article, FratelloWatches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer offers advice to newbies looking to dabble in the vintage watch market.

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Sep 27, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

Sponsored: Back for Another Round, CODE41 Launches the NB24 Edition 2 with an Exclusive Swiss Caliber

When Lausanne-based CODE41 launched the NB24 Chronograph in 2020, the watch made significant waves with the exceptional level of technicality and expertise it represented for its price— a defining combination of traits that has characterized each of the brand’s timepieces. Led by the value proposition of its avant-garde design, the NB24 struck a serious chord...

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Nov 25, 2021 by Caleb Anderson

From Fratello Watches

10 Classic Chronograph Movements

FratelloWatches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer's lists his personal Top 10 chronograph movements, including the Patek Philippe CHR 29-535 PS Q, the TAG Heuer Caliber 1969, Zenith El Primero, and others.

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Aug 2, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

From Fratello Watches

How Snoopy Ended Up on an Omega Speedmaster Dial

Read about the Omega Speedmaster Professional "Snoopy Award" watch and how cartoonist Charles M. Schulz's beloved character, Snoopy, came to end up on its dial.

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Jul 27, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

Sponsored: Citizen Ushers In “Purposeful Power” Campaign with Limited-Edition Promaster Navihawk

Citizen Watch Company has launched a new brand campaign, focused on its groundbreaking Eco-Drive technology, to remind consumers of the Japanese watchmaker’s core values and to re-emphasize its commitment to environmental sustainability. Dubbed “Purposeful Power,” the campaign kicks off with the release of an exciting new watch from its Promaster series, the Limited Edition Navihawk....

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Nov 24, 2021 by WatchTime

From Fratello Watches

Expert Advice: 5 Tips for Buying Vintage Watches

Whether you’re buying out of sentimentality or simply for investment purposes, education is the most important factor when it comes to buying, or collecting, vintage timepieces, says Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer.

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Jul 5, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Comparative Review: The Modern and Vintage Omega Speedmaster Mark II

In this Omega watch review, Robert-Jan Broer compares and contrasts the modern Omega Speedmaster Mark II, launched in 2014, with its vintage predecessor from 1969.

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Jun 21, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

Sponsored: Past Meets Present in New Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic

Pioneering Swiss watchmaker Rado has deemed 2021 “a year of hope and reinvention,” and chosen it for the launch of an unprecedented, revolutionary timepiece. The Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic is the culmination of many years of research and development that seamlessly fits within the history and tradition of the Captain Cook watch. This latest watch...

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Nov 23, 2021 by Mark Bernardo

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

For Vintage Watch Fans: 5 Iconic Omega Watches

Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer focuses on five iconic Omega watches, including the Omega Speedmaster Professional and Omega Seamaster, which he considers consider most important to the brand or to the world of watches in general.

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Jun 19, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

EXPERT ADVICE

Pros & Cons: Buying New vs. Vintage Rolex Watches

Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer offers advice on buying new vs. vintage Rolex watches.

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Jun 5, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Expert Advice: Are You Buying Authentic Watches?

WatchTime.com contributor Robert-Jan Broer of FratelloWatches offers tips on how to avoid buying either a counterfeit watch or a "Frankenwatch" in this feature article.

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May 30, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

EXPERT ADVICE:

5 Tips For Buying a New Watch

From our friends at Fratello Watches: 5 hints and tips for when you are buying a new watch for the first time.

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May 22, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

EXPERT ADVICE:

Which Watch Brands Are Most Likely to Increase in Value?

It's a question watch collectors — especially new ones — always want answered: What watches that tend to increase in value over time? FratelloWatches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer shares his insights and delves into the most collectible watch models from brands like Rolex, Omega, and Audemars Piguet.

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May 21, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Watches With Diamonds? Here Are 5 That Men Can Actually Wear

Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer showcases 5 men’s watches with diamonds that you'll actually want to wear, with models from Rolex, Patek Philippe and others.

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Apr 25, 2018 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Fratello’s “Alternative” Top 5 Pilots’ Watches

Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer presents his list of "alternative" top five pilots' watches, including timepieces from brands like Hamilton, Sinn, Bremont and others.

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Dec 8, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

From Fratello Watches

Top 5 Seiko Watches

With so many nice Seiko watches to explore — new and vintage - our WatchTime contributor gives the run down on his Top 5 favorite Seiko watches in this Fratello Friday feature.

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Sep 27, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

Fratello Watches

Fratello Classics: Top 5 Gold Watches

You may have noticed that a lot of the “Fratello” articles from WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer focus mainly on watches with stainless steel or titanium cases – and a select few with more exotic case materials such as forged carbon and bronze — and that Fratello Watches rarely covers gold watches. Not only can gold...

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Sep 6, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

My 7 Most Iconic Chronograph Watches; What are Yours?

Fratello Watches founder and WatchTime contributor Robert-Jan Broer offers up a personal list of Seven Iconic Chronograph Watches, including the TAG Heuer Carrera and the Rolex Daytona.

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Aug 29, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

FROM FRATELLO WATCHES

Top 3 Rolex GMT-Master Watches

Historically the watch of Pan-Am pilots and NASA astronauts, the Rolex GMT-Master could even be found on the wrist of Tom Selleck in "Magnum: P.I." Here, our Fratello Friday writer shares with us three of his favorite Rolex GMT-Master models.

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Jul 21, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

From Fratellowatches

Top 5 Moon-Phase Watches

WatchTime contributor showcases five moon-phase watches, with models from Arnold & Son, Jaeger-LeCoultre, Patek Philippe and others.

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Jul 18, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

From Fratello Watches

Omega Launches Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday” Limited Edition

It is with great pride that we introduce you to the Omega Speedmaster Professional Speedy Tuesday limited edition to commemorate the 5th anniversary of Speedy Tuesday. Limited to 2012 pieces, referring to the year when it all started. For the very first time, Omega is offering this watch only via their own website.

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Jan 10, 2017 by Robert-Jan Broer

From Fratello Watches

What If You Could Only Have One Watch? My Top 5 Choices

What if you could have only one watch for a lifetime - would you choose one from Omega, Rolex or Patek? Here, we present five watch choices, any one of which you can wear for the rest of your life.

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Jun 24, 2016 by Robert-Jan Broer

Fratello’s Top 5 Favorite Divers’ Watches

WatchTime writer reveals his top five favorite divers' watches, including those from watch brands Omega, Rolex, Longines and Audemars Piguet.

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Oct 23, 2015 by Robert-Jan Broer

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