KC Prologue In the watch enthusiast universe, the watch enthusiasts are represented by two separate, yet equally unimportant human beings: KC, who likes titanium, and Marshall, who doesn’t. This is a watch review. Lame podcast jokes aside, titanium is often a surprisingly divisive material in the weird world of watch enthusiasts. Some enjoy the lightness […]
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#LookCloser – A Conversation Between Marshall & Vincent – Bell & Ross BR 01 Cyber Skull
[Year 2077, 2133HRS, Ampang City 1:- Ampang, Malaysia] “Sirens can be heard from a few blocks away, along with gunshots. Chaotic was an understatement. Civilians could be seen fleeing from the scene, and cyber troopers and cyber terrorists were engaged in a firefight amidst the chaos. [Come in Hotel-6, we are en route to the […]
#LookCloser – Au Revoir, Seals Model A.5 – Michael Knight Edition, in Collaboration with Matt Smith-Johnson
FurryWristAbroad (FWA) Marshall: Just FYI, our KC&JJ episode with FWA and MSJ is now out! Check it out here: Prologue A farewell for the brand’s iconic watch, in collaboration with designer Matt Smith-Johnson. – FWA, 2021 Over the last two years, the integrated bracelet steel sports watch gained traction from a lot of microbrands. The […]
#LookCloser – When One Door Closes, Another Opens – Interview with Bradley Taylor, ft. the Paragon
FurryWristAbroad (FWA) It is only when consumers are educated in this field, see the watch with their own eyes, and operate it with their own hands that they can then fully appreciate the level of painstaking work that goes into each watch. – FWA, 2021 Prologue It is difficult for some of us to see […]
#TimeWellSpent – A Virtual Afternoon with Omega Watches – Novelties 2021
Introduction Omega has finally unveiled their novelties for 2021, and we at Team Matick had the privilege of being present for the virtual launch. As there are already a number of in-depth articles detailing the exact specifications of the watches in question, we’ll instead be sharing some of our thoughts on these new watches, as […]
#LookCloser – A Week On The Wrist: Bell & Ross BR05 Chrono in Blue Steel
Move aside BR 05 kiddos, big boy Chrono is moving in.
#LookCloser – Seiko DressKX vs Swatch Sistem51
Editor’s Note: If you came here from our 24th INaUgurAL episode of the KC and Jon Jon Show.. well done. And thank you for tuning in! KC Introduction For many years, there has only been one option for anyone looking for a cheap, fun and reliable sports car: the Miata Is Always The Answer (we […]
#LookCloser – Wear Report – BOLDR x Kenji Chai – Venture Chaigo
Marshall Introduction It became somewhat of a routine to see Chaigo on my way to school almost every single day, and little did I know I would be sitting here a few years later, writing about the very artist behind Chaigo and his collaborative project with our friends over at BOLDR Supply Co. For those […]
Featuring our Podcast: The KC & Jon Jon Show!
Its official! You heard it here first. The KC & Jon Jon Show podcast is now officially onboard with The Matick Blog! For links to all of their platforms – click here. “An awkward yet arousing duo having amateur discussions about watches, occasionally about alcohol, but mostly irreverent and absurd humour.” – JonJon, 2020 Simon […]
#LookCloser – Team Matick Picks: Best Watches Around RM500, RM1,500 and RM3,000 for the 2020 Holiday Season
Introduction Yes, it is that time of the year again. Be it Christmas, the year’s end, or you just wanting to buy a watch to commemorate your 2020 (for all the right reasons, we hope), or perhaps even to buy a new watch for a friend / family member / significant other who is fairly […]