Christina

Christina

Lisbon-based Curator & Horology Columnist | Christina is passionate about uncovering the emotional narratives behind every timepiece—from the texture of the dial to the rhythm of the movement. She believes that a watch is a living companion, and that proper storage and mindful winding are the most sincere expressions of devotion to this partner.As a dedicated horology enthusiast, Christina translates her deep technical understanding of mechanics into a refined philosophy of care. She is here to show you how to extend the heartbeat of your beloved watches in the most elegant way possible.EMAIL:HELLO@ROTELUX.COM

What To Do When Your Watch Winder Stops Turning

What To Do When Your Watch Winder Stops Turning

November 26, 2025

A good watch winder is built to quietly perform the same predictable routine every day. When the rotation suddenly stops, it can feel puzzling, especially if the unit was working...

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Ocean Commitment IV - ROTELUX

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Tech Ocean Commitment IV

August 02, 2025

Blancpain unveils the Fifty Fathoms Tech Ocean Commitment IV—45mm titanium, 300m water resistance, Calibre 1315A, limited to 100 pieces, supporting ocean conservation.

Will a Watch Winder Damage My Watch? What Experts Say - ROTELUX

Will a Watch Winder Damage My Watch? What Experts Say

July 22, 2025

For many automatic watch owners, a watch winder feels like a smart investment. It keeps your timepiece running even when it’s off your wrist—convenient, especially for watches with complications like...

Do You Really Need a Watch Winder? Pros, Cons, and Misconceptions - ROTELUX

Do You Really Need a Watch Winder? Pros, Cons, and Misconceptions

July 18, 2025

This guide explores whether a watch winder is essential for automatic watch owners. It explains what a winder does, who benefits most from it, when it's unnecessary, and addresses concerns...

How to Store Your Rolex Properly When You’re Not Wearing It - ROTELUX

How to Store Your Rolex Properly When You’re Not Wearing It

July 08, 2025

Learn how to store your Rolex watch properly when not in use. Discover expert tips on safe storage, whether or not to use a watch winder, how long your Rolex...

iWatch Sizes Explained: Which Apple Watch Fits Your Wrist Best?

iWatch Sizes Explained: Which Apple Watch Fits Your Wrist Best?

December 25, 2025

Editor's NoteThis guide is written by a watch and wearable reviewer with hands-on experience wearing and comparing multiple Apple Watch sizes across different wrist sizes. The recommendations below are based...

Why Mechanical Watches Can Measure One Second

Why Mechanical Watches Can Measure One Second

December 20, 2025

Mechanical watches do not use batteries or electronic chips.So how can they measure time so precisely, even down to one second? The answer lies in a mechanical system called the...

The Cheapest Way to Start an Omega Watch Collection

The Cheapest Way to Start an Omega Watch Collection

December 15, 2025

If you have very little money and still want a real Omega,the correct entry point is: vintage, second-hand, non-popular models.With the right approach, it is absolutely possible to own a...

Zenith Defy Extreme Chroma Returns With Titanium and Ceramic Limited Editions

Zenith Defy Extreme Chroma Returns With Titanium and Ceramic Limited ...

December 03, 2025

A closer look at Zenith’s bold limited-edition chronograph that blends vibrant aesthetics with the El Primero 9004’s impressive mechanics.

Do I Need a 6-Slot Watch Winder for a 4-Watch Collection?

Do I Need a 6-Slot Watch Winder for a 4-Watch Collection?

November 21, 2025

If you currently own four automatic timepieces, you might be looking at a 4-slot winder and thinking: perfect fit. However, the short answer from expert collectors is often: Go for...

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Gen 4

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Gen 4

November 19, 2025

The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean has always stood apart in the Seamaster family, positioned as the brand's most purpose-built deep-water tool. For its twentieth anniversary, the line returns with a...

Roger Dubuis Hommage La Placide: A Calm Return to Mechanical Grandeur

Roger Dubuis Hommage La Placide: A Calm Return to Mechanical Grandeur

November 13, 2025

When a brand like Roger Dubuis revisits its origins, expectations are high. The new Hommage La Placide, a 28-piece limited edition, is not a nostalgic copy of the past but...

Can a Watch Winder Be Fixed?

Can a Watch Winder Be Fixed?

November 07, 2025

Even high-end watch winders can develop problems over time. The most common symptoms include the unit not rotating, producing an unusual noise, or the motor running intermittently. These signs may...

Ball Roadmaster Marine GMT Meteorite: Utility with a Celestial Surface

Ball Roadmaster Marine GMT Meteorite: Utility with a Celestial Surface

November 03, 2025

The Roadmaster Marine GMT Meteorite takes BALL’s professional-grade durability and adds a surface drawn from the cosmos. Each dial is carved from a real meteorite fragment, revealing a web of...

Panerai Luminor GMT Ceramica PAM01460

Panerai Luminor GMT Ceramica PAM01460: 40mm Meets Ceramic Innovation

October 25, 2025

For enthusiasts long captivated by Panerai's iconic Luminor design but constrained by wrist size, the new Luminor GMT Ceramica PAM01460 addresses a long-standing gap. After the 2023 Luminor Quaranta series...

The Hermès H08 Chronographe: A Modern Take on Urban Sport Elegance

The Hermès H08 Chronographe: A Modern Take on Urban Sport Elegance

October 22, 2025

Hermès has quietly expanded its contemporary sports watch collection with the H08 Chronographe, a model that perfectly bridges functionality and urban sophistication. The reference W403131WW00 stands out with its black...

Blancpain Villeret’s “Golden Hour”: Three Exquisite Novelties Redefining Classic Elegance

Blancpain Villeret’s “Golden Hour”: Three Exquisite Novelties Redefin...

October 16, 2025

Recently, Blancpain introduced three significant new additions to the Villeret family, with a whopping twelve new references total in the new Villeret Golden Hour series. These pieces not only continue...

Omega Elevates the Ceramic Speedmaster 'Dark Side of the Moon' Line with Four Refined Models

Omega Elevates the Ceramic Speedmaster 'Dark Side of the Moon' Line w...

October 15, 2025

The Omega Speedmaster, a chronograph steeped in history and NASA-approved exploration, is a collection that never rests on its lunar laurels. While the classic Moonwatch is always a constant, the...

A. Lange & Söhne Just Dropped Stunning Onyx Dial Saxonia Thin Watches

A. Lange & Söhne Just Dropped Stunning Onyx Dial Saxonia Thin Watches

October 09, 2025

When A. Lange & Söhne introduced the compact 34mm 1815 earlier this year, collectors applauded its restrained charm. Still, there was a missing note in Lange's lineup: a larger dress...

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Grey Sector Dial Review

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar Grey Sector Dial Review

September 30, 2025

Jaeger-LeCoultre has a way of reaching into its archives and pulling out something that feels both timeless and unexpectedly relevant. The latest Master Control Calendar, reference Q4148450, is a perfect...

Tudor 1926 Luna: A First Step Into the Moonlit World

Tudor 1926 Luna: A First Step Into the Moonlit World

September 26, 2025

Every so often, a brand makes a move that feels both unexpected and strangely inevitable. Tudor, usually associated with its robust Black Bay line and tool-watch image, has now introduced...

Discover the New Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve

Discover the New Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Power Reserve

September 10, 2025

Hamilton's Khaki Field collection has long been the go-to choice for watch enthusiasts who love a rugged, versatile timepiece. Known for its outdoorsy style, legible dials, and reliable movements, the...

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New Release: Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Calibre 985

September 05, 2025

TABLE OF CONTENTS The Master Grande Tradition LegacyMaster Grande Tradition Inside the Calibre 985 Movement Case Updates That Make a Big Difference Dial Details Worth Noticing Price and Final Thoughts...

Bell & Ross Hits the Mark with the BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display - ROTELUX

Bell & Ross Hits the Mark with the BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display

August 28, 2025

Bell & Ross has reliably embraced its aviation heritage  but with the BR-03 Chrono Rafale Solo Display, the brand delivers arguably its most authentic collaboration to date. Limited to just...

Hands-On: Montblanc 1858 Split-Second Chronograph LE "Burgundy" - ROTELUX

Hands-On: Montblanc 1858 Split-Second Chronograph LE "Burgundy"

August 25, 2025

Few complications capture the imagination of watch aficionados like the rattrapante—also known as a split-seconds chronograph. Able to measure intermediate times without stopping the main timing function, it's a rare...