Canada Watch House Blog

The Swiss have been a dominant force in the watch industry for centuries until Japan began bringing highly technical, elegant and complex wristwatches to the forefront and rapidly gaining traction. Since the 1950s, the battle of Swiss vs. Japanese watchmaking has been going strong, leading to much debate and argument...

It’s safe to say that most people in watch collecting have heard of, or come across the brand, Seiko. One of the oldest and most prolific brands in watchmaking, Seiko is one of the most prominent players in both quartz and mechanical technology and has created some of the most...

Like many Swiss watch brands, Mido has an extensive watchmaking history. The collection we’re looking at today dates back to 1934; Mido designed and released a self-winding, anti-magnetic watch that we know today as the Multifort collection. The new Mido Multifort M Chronometer represents a modern rebirth of vintage Swiss...

Does the movement inside a watch matter? The battle between quartz (battery) and mechanical watch movements has been a critical debate/discussion for decades. Many enthusiasts argue that quartz is more suited for convenience and those looking to throw on a watch without worrying about winding it or setting the time...

Over a couple of years, Hamilton has made a fantastic brand comeback since their most recent movie-themed releases. The first was the re-release of the Hamilton PSR (formerly the Pulsar P2)– a watch created by Hamilton-Pulsar inspired by a clock from Stanley Kubrick’s “2001 A Space Odyssey” and later found...

Finding the perfect gift for your significant other can be challenging and sometimes daunting. That’s where we come in to play! With so many brands and styles to choose from, we have something for everyone! Let’s help you find the perfect his/hers gift watch.   For Him Bulova Lunar Pilot...

It’s safe to say that the watch-collecting hobby is an addictive one once you go down the rabbit hole. Many of us start with a quartz watch (battery-powered) and filter into the world of mechanical movements and watches. That’s where things get interesting. With so many options of mechanical watches...

When buying your first watch, looking at designs and specifications can be daunting and confusing. There are many styles to choose from and different functions for each. Today, we’ll do our best to give you a rundown of all types and designs of watches and their main functionality and purpose. 

The time has come. After years spent wearing your Apple or smartwatch, you’re ready to buy your first “real” wristwatch. We’re not knocking Apple or smartwatches at all; just stating that many people have recently shifted from their smartwatches to a wristwatch, mechanical or quartz. Of course, we’ll explain what...