Roger Smith

When I compare my Roger Smith Series 1 to the original Datograph movement, I don’t really see them as competitors because they are trying to accomplish completely different things. To me, they represent two of the highest expressions of watchmaking, but f

I’ve realized that my Roger Smith and original Datograph feel like a complete collection not because they overlap, but because they represent two entirely different ideas of what great watchmaking is. The Smith represents watchmaking as personal craft—one

I had to have my blood drawn at the lab a month ago and was wearing the Roger Smith. The phlebotomist noticed my watch and said it was beautiful. Her grandfather was a watchmaker. It was only the second time in my life that someone noticed and commented o

are my choices. The yellow gold is such a classic, the color way seems from a George Daniels or Roger Smith, even though the case shape has no resemblance whatsoever. The platinum is cold but very distinct. If I had to choose it would be a very hard choic

My favorite execution. To my knowledge, this is the only one of its kind, with the applied heat purpled Romans and baton indices that give it a modern flair.

What more can I ask for? 😋

We are the customer and any watchmaker, even if one who works alone, is obliged in my opinion to reply to potential customers. When one starts a watch brand no matter how small, it is not just about making good watches. It is also about communication and

and did post an article on the forum on the Frodsham. In 2021, I finally ordered a steel model due for a 2027 delivery but I feel the price increases have been justified. I actually still feel the Frodsham is good value taken into account its complex move

I sat with this for a while because I think I should love it but seeing it brought neither excitement nor disdain, not dismissal, just nothing at all. FB center seconds and offset hour minute, GF style half plate, KV style balance bridge with integrated s

A very interesting version, too. Wear it with much joy! Given the rarity of the S1 in steel, we‘re tracking pretty well here on WPS.