Bogdan Calarasu

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Bogdan Calarasu

I’m the founder of WatchRider.com, an automotive engineer, web designer, photographer, and passionate watch collector. I created WatchRider to combine technical insight, visual storytelling, and a genuine love of watches. Through hands-on reviews, original photography, and thoughtful articles, I help enthusiasts discover the character behind every timepiece.

Casio Launches Master in Horizon Gold G-Shock Trio

Casio Launches Master in Horizon Gold G-Shock Trio

Casio Master in Horizon Gold

Casio found gold on the horizon and put it on three G-Shocks. Luckily, it also added enough sensors to help us find the horizon again. Aug 4, 2026 4 min read Read Article

10.5 Best Watches Under $100,000 That I Would Not Buy

10.5 Best Watches Under $100,000 That I Would Not Buy

I am recommending 10 and a half watches because my imaginary budget is also capped at $100,000. I had an eleventh recommendation, but the imaginary money ran out halfway through the watch. Aug 4, 2026 11 min read Read Article

Casio Oceanus Retro Tone Collection Adds Two Japan-Only Titanium Watches

Casio Oceanus Retro Tone Collection Adds Two Japan-Only Titanium Watches

Casio Oceanus OCW-S400RL-8AJR and OCW-T2600RL-3AJR

Two titanium Oceanus watches mix modern solar timekeeping with retro dials and leather straps. One adds Bluetooth; the other offers more functions at a lower price. Aug 2, 2026 3 min read Read Article

Casio Edifice EFB-730: The Best Affordable Panda Chronograph? Owner Review

Casio Edifice EFB-730: The Best Affordable Panda Chronograph? Owner Review

EFB-730D-7AV and EFB-730L-7AV

Seriously, if you don't own a panda watch, you are not a watch enthusiast. Period. Luckily you don't need to sell a kidney to own one. The EFB-730 is very affordable and has a sapphire crystal. But does it feel cheap? Aug 1, 2026 9 min read Read Article

Mido Multifort 8 One Crown Goes Fully Black in PVD

Mido Multifort 8 One Crown Goes Fully Black in PVD

Mido Multifort 8 One Crown M055.507.37.051.00

Mido has switched off the lights on its angular Multifort, covering the steel case in black PVD while keeping a bright, readable dial and an 80-hour automatic movement inside it. Jul 31, 2026 6 min read Read Article