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The Art of the Men’s Dive Watch
Dive watches are peculiar. Not only do they have to look great, they have to function under unique circumstances. Three key problems assault every dive watch: water, pressure, and performance. A great dive watch also does something else: it tells the world that you are a diver. It can signal your love for the ocean and sea. So how do you choose a watch that does all three?
Why we only build Swiss Movement Watches
We have all heard about the amazing quality of Swiss watches and most of us know that it’s an old industry in Switzerland. But do you know why? Or why it matters that you buy a Swiss movement watch? This explains the value of Swiss movements and why Smith & Bradley exclusively uses them.
Time for Colorful Men’s Watches
Colorful watches are having a moment. What are the options for adding color to your wrist? Here's an update on the watch color trends for 2023.
The SANS-13 Silverback: Our Upgraded Military Watch
This is not a watch designed for men who sit on the couch all day. This is a watch for men who live their life fully. It's a hard-working, long-wearing watch that you'll love. And it will love you back. Includes our lifetime guarantee. We can give this guarantee because we know how damn good this watch is.
Designing the Best Field Watch for Men
Today, a field watch is often the first watch in a man’s collection. It helps teenagers remember to get home and old men remember their youth. And a great field watch keeps us in line when we’re outdoors tromping through the fields. But what makes for the best field watch? And how do you make sure your choice is solid?
Which men’s watch is best for you?
Choose a watch based on your lifestyle. You'll appreciate and use the watch more. Here are our three recommended men's watches based on who you are as a man. What guy are you? And which is the best watch for your life?
The Perfect Size for a Men’s Watch
When buying a watch, start by figuring out the perfect size for your wrist and lifestyle. Here's our explanation of why we think men should buy a 44mm men's watch. Includes key decisions you need to make when purchasing a watch.
How to maintain and care for your Tactical Watch
A Swiss Quartz tactical watch is a reliable and sturdy timepiece designed for the modern man. These watches are built to withstand tough conditions, but proper care and maintenance are still essential to keep them functioning optimally.
How to Upgrade an Old Watch
You’ve been wearing your old standby for years. It’s been your watch for a long time now and you still love it. But you wouldn’t mind an upgrade. A freshening up of the old wristwatch. Here are some tips and tricks for updating an old watch to give it a fresh new look.
The Best Watch for a Firefighter
Looking for the perfect watch for a firefighter? We believe the Atlantis Blackfish can handle the hardships of the role. And be there when you need it.
Introducing The Blackfish Men's Dive Watch
The Atlantis Men's Blackfish Watch is an iconic timepiece that embodies what it truly means to dive deep into the unknown. This innovative luxury watch embodies the strong, confident, and rugged look in men's watches with an all-black watch design and luminous hands and numbers.
The Best Military Watches for Men
How do you choose the best Military watch? Find out the key features of a great military watch and understand what to avoid. Tactical watches for the military need to be built properly. We recommend our favorite military watches.
Choosing a Survival Watch
A watch is probably the last thing you’ll think through when planning to deal with a crisis. But it’s more important that you realize. The ability to keep time is critical and you’re likely to have trouble doing it during times of panic.
So make sure one of the watches in your watch collection is a tactical watch designed to perform in survival situations.
Why a black watch is perfect for men
Men regularly miss the style element that black adds to any watch. We think black makes a great everyday watch. Especially if you get a black watch that is designed to handle tactical and rough situations (like ours). Black watches are classics that will still be in style when you hand that Smith & Bradley timepiece down to your child.
Best Tactical Military Watches
Looking for the best military watch? Here are the key attributes to look for in a tactical military watch that can handle the situation. We also recommend the top three best tactical military watches for service men and women.
Your New Smith & Bradley Watch
Here are some pointers to enjoy your new Smith & Bradley watch. We appreciate your business and hope you love the watch.
What is a GMT watch?
A GMT watch has a unique feature that most are missing: an extra hand showing military or 24-hour time. These watches allow you to track two time zones or adjust your time based on location. Popular for pilots or those in the military, it's a great watch to own.
Bruce Willis with his Smith & Bradley Watch
What happens when the unbreakable Bruce Willis attempts to damage an unbreakable Smith & Bradley watch?
Picking the Perfect Police Watch
Smith & Bradley was started by a long time Chicago Policeman. So, we know a lot about building a watch that works for law enforcement officers. And here’s our guide to selecting the best watch for a cop on the beat.
Why Every Man Needs a Working Man's Watch
A working man's watch is not a toy or a trinket. It is a tool and a companion. It is reliable, durable, and functional. It tells you the time, the date, and maybe even tracks a second time zone. It doesn't need to be wound, charged, or synced. It doesn't need to be pampered, polished, or protected. It can handle anything you throw at it, from water to dust to shock.
Should I choose a Quartz or Automatic watch?
Both Quartz and Automatic are exceptional choices for a wristwatch. But what is the better choice for you? Most people don’t realize how different the movements are between a quartz watch versus an automatic watch. We will delve into the positives and negatives of each so you can make an intelligent decision on whether to choose a quartz watch or an automatic watch.
Best Watches for Law Enforcement Officers
As a law enforcement officer, you know how important it is to have the right gear for your job. A good watch can be an essential tool in the field, and it's one of those things that may not get used every day but will always be there when you need it. But what makes a watch the best law enforcement officer's watch?
Why do military personnel wear watches upside down?
Do you always have to wear a watch with the face pointed out? There are good reasons to choose a different approach like some soldiers have done for years. In this post, we'll explain the various reasons why military personnel wear their wristwatches on the inside of their wrists.
Men's Watch Glass: Mineral Glass Versus Sapphire Watch Crystals
Aside from not keeping proper time there is nothing more annoying than a dinged up watch surface. Whether it is a jagged scratch, a fresh divot distorting the date or even stubborn wall paint that won't come off with your finger nail. A flawed watch crystal is much like a noticeable dent on the quarter panel of an exotic super car, gorgeous ride but you know....the dent. Same scenario a scarred crystal takes away from the overall wow factor of your premium timepiece. This is why it is impo...
Deciding Between an Apple Watch or a Traditional Watch
Should you choose an Apple watch or a traditional Swiss Quartz watch? I've worn both and outline the benefits and drawbacks of each. Here's what I think you should do in choosing a new watch.
An Alternate Way to Wear a NATO Watch Strap
Here's an alternate way to wear your NATO watch strap. It solves the problem of the extra piece sticking up that some guys hate. But there are drawbacks to wearing a NATO band this way. Details and video.
Police Academy Graduation Gifts
We live in tough times. And now more than ever we need good men and women to join the ranks of local law enforcement. Please celebrate when the good people you know graduate from the Police Academy.
Chuck Liddell loves Smith & Bradley Watches
We love the Iceman – and apparently he’s a fan. Chuck Liddell filmed a video talking about the Smith & Bradley Atlantis watch (in blue, naturally). The former UFC Light Heavyweight Champion has also been seen sporting his new Smith & Bradley watch recently.
Tired of Breaking Your Watches?
Most watches are fragile pieces of technology that need to be handled with care or else they'll break easily. Most are not designed to withstand life. And unfortunately most people have no idea how to protect their timepieces from breaking – so that's why we're here today.
The Men’s Watch Gift Set for 2022
It’s late in the year and time to start thinking about holiday gift giving. Ties have become a relic of the past. Sweaters feel a little overdone after years of Covid. So what is the perfect men’s gift for 2022? We believe a great watch is the best gift for men.
Why Should You own a NATO watch strap?
Here's how and why you should wear a NATO men's watch strap including a quick history of the NATO watch band. These tactical straps are perfect for men who live interesting lives.