Orient Ray II vs. Mako II: Why are these two wristwatches different?

Orient Ray II and Mako II appear as affordable diver watches when you can’t go for one from either Rolex or Omega. The 200 meters of water resistance proves it to be used underwater for swimming or occasional scuba diving. However, does the design tell a different story and makes it look like a cheap…

Omega 8400 vs. Omega 8800 vs. Omega 8900: How are these watches different?

One of the most distinguishable features of Omega 8800 and 8900 caliber is the quick date setting mechanism. In the 8800 calibers, one can change the date simply the unscrewing the crown and rotating it until getting the correct date. On the other hand, 8900 caliber requires changing the date with the hour hand movement….

How to use a Cammenga compass: Is it good to use?

Do you know which company has invented the world’s first tritium-illuminated knife? It’s our own US Company Cammenga. But for what they are mostly known for is, manufacturing military-grade compasses with tritium or phosphorescent illumination. The world-class compasses have tritium illumination, which is a self-light source. Except for typical compasses, the company has worked on…