Danuta Calarasu

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Danuta Calarasu

Co-founder, engineer, design nerd, and chronic watch collector. Danuta has been obsessed with horology since childhood, making her uniquely qualified to tell you exactly how a watch works, why it looks good, and why your bank account is about to suffer. When she isn't editing articles, she's trying to convince herself that she has room in her watch box for just one more.

Timex Celestial Opulence Automatic TW2T86300 Review: Beautiful Design, but Mind the Scratches

Timex Celestial Opulence Automatic TW2T86300 Review: Beautiful Design, but Mind the Scratches

If you are thinking about buying this watch, I want to share my personal experience. It has a lot going for it, especially the design and the movement, but there is one major flaw you need to know about before you spend your money. Sep 8, 2026 5 min read Read Article

A Look at the New Certina DS-1 Chronograph Automatics: Models C029.462.16.011.00 and C029.462.26.051.00

A Look at the New Certina DS-1 Chronograph Automatics: Models C029.462.16.011.00 and C029.462.26.051.00

Today, we are taking a quick look at the new DS-1 Chronograph Automatic models, C029.462.16.011.00 and C029.462.26.051.00. Here are my brief thoughts on both, and why even my love for gold couldn't win me over this time. Aug 18, 2026 4 min read Read Article

Upcoming Casio MTP-E740 Series: Specs, Price, and Why It’s a £85 Steal

Upcoming Casio MTP-E740 Series: Specs, Price, and Why It’s a £85 Steal

The new Casio MTP-E740 family has quietly dropped, and it is bringing some serious 1970s nostalgia to the wrist. Aug 16, 2026 3 min read Read Article

Fossil Spider-Man vs. Hulk Limited-Edition Automatic Watches: Great Packaging, But Is It a Hit?

Fossil Spider-Man vs. Hulk Limited-Edition Automatic Watches: Great Packaging, But Is It a Hit?

The limited-edition 2026 Spider-Man vs. The Hulk watch collection has officially landed, bringing '90s comic book art and automatic gears right to your wrist. Grab your pop-corn (and your wallet)—it's time to pick a side. Aug 14, 2026 3 min read Read Article

IWC Dresses the Big Pilot ProSet IW329603 in Black and Gold for 140 Years of Mercedes-Benz

IWC Dresses the Big Pilot ProSet IW329603 in Black and Gold for 140 Years of Mercedes-Benz

A perpetual calendar with 10-bar water resistance can survive the pool. That is reassuring, even if its owner spends more time checking the calendar than swimming. Aug 14, 2026 4 min read Read Article