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Recently, our blog posts discussed the history of different watch styles here. Which got us thinking - where did the straps come from? When did the different styles emerge? Answers to these questions and more on watch straps begin below.   The Beginnings The...

Rotate™ has been dedicated to the art of watchmaking. We have loved the support and engagement from our community, and are so happy to announce two new watch kits! Introducing: the Newton and the Eiffel.    The Eiffel    Iconic yet simplistic, the Eiffel is...

For watch enthusiasts, there are so many different watch-specific platforms to soothe their cravings for watch content - blogs, social media, and magazines to name just a few. Watch magazines are an excellent way to stay updated on all-things-watch-related. It can be...

This week we have been discussing helpful information on the watchmaking process. The first blog post of the series discussed helpful tips when building or tinkering with your watch. Make sure to read that post here as a companion with this one! This post will cover...

This week will be a series of helpful information about watchmaking! Our first post will be about helpful tips to keep in mind when watchmaking, followed by a post on the helpful tools needed for it. Watchmaking can be a stressful and difficult task to accomplish, but...

The watches used by divers for over half a decade, dive watches are expertly crafted and valued by many in the watch collecting community. Below are 4 awesome subtypes of diver watches:    1. Ultra Dive  There is a class of diving watches that can go deeper than...

Pilot watches were created to keep accurate time in the sky so the measurements needed for aviation are accurate. Below are 4 fun facts about those pilot watches!    1. Large and Easy-To-Read Dial  A hallmark of pilot timekeepers is a large and pronounced watch...

Automatic watches differentiate themselves from fully mechanical watches by their ability to hold energy from a person's kinetic movement rather than daily winding. This is typically done through a spinning rotor in the back of the movement. For some background on the...

New year new you right? And with a new you comes a new wardrobe, so how about a nice new watch for that wardrobe? Below are some suggestions for your 2021 watch selection!    Kintaro Hattori 160th Anniversary Limited Edition Price: $29,000 This beauty from Seiko...

For our next installment in our weekly history of watch types series, we will be covering the very popular automatic watch. If you missed our last few posts on other watch types go check them out here. These watches are designed to not require daily winding, unlike...

Recently, we have discussed the history of various watch styles. In the past month, we have covered the history of the smartwatch and the chronograph. This week we will be covering the history of the dive watch. The aspect that sets these watches apart is their...

Our next installment in the history of the watch series is the pilot watch. If you missed our other entries in this series the past posts can be found here. These watches have been worn as an aviation accessory for almost the entire existence of flight. A brief...

Attention all Rotate Watches customers - we have a special giveaway just for YOU! All you have to do is send in pictures of your Rotate watch kit and/or completed watch! As our company continues to develop, we want to feature and grow our community. The first step is...

Loyal readers will know that I have written in spurts on smartwatches in the past, including last week's blog post. The smartwatch has become a near necessity for many around the world. From the tech giants, Samsung and Apple to the watchmakers, like Fossil, many...

With the large assortment of watches available to the consumer today, it can be hard to know what watch styles are useful to have in your wardrobe. Below is a list of suggested watch styles to keep in your closet, and, as an added bonus, some sample watches for your...