The Lostock Standard: When a Watch Simply Feels Right
The Lostock Standard: When a Watch Simply Feels Right There comes a point in every watch collector’s journey where something shifts. What begins as discovery — exploring styles, brands, colours — becomes something more considered. More deliberate. The question changes from “Do I like it?” to something much simpler: Does it feel right? A Moment of Clarity For one collector, that moment didn’t arrive quietly. It came mid-clear-out — surrounded by watches, boxes, and the realisation that not every piece held the same weight. There were good watches. Interesting watches. Impulse purchases. But very few that brought clarity. And then...
I Didn’t Buy the Watch. I Bought the Story Behind It.
I Didn’t Buy the Watch. I Bought the Story Behind It. There’s a moment that happens — rarely — when a watch stops being an object. It becomes something else entirely. A connection. A memory. A decision that feels instinctive rather than considered. For those who appreciate independent watch brands and the craft of British watchmaking, this is often where the real value lies. This is one of those moments. Not What Was Planned The intention was clear. Arrive at Windup Dallas. See a specific watch. Make a decision. Leave. Everything had been researched in advance. The shortlist was set....
Duckworth Prestex at Windup Watch Fair Dallas, Texas
Duckworth Prestex at Windup Watch Fair Dallas Duckworth Prestex is pleased to announce that we will be exhibiting at the Windup Watch Fair in Dallas, Texas, taking place Sunday 15th – Monday 16th March. The event brings together some of the most exciting independent watch brands from around the world, creating a vibrant gathering for collectors, enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. Organised by Worn & Wound, Windup Watch Fair has quickly become one of the most respected watch events in the United States. Known for its relaxed atmosphere and direct access to brands, the fair offers visitors the rare opportunity...
Celebrating British Watchmaking: Duckworth Prestex at British Watchmakers’ Day
Duckworth Prestex at British Watchmakers’ Day On Saturday 7th March, Duckworth Prestex will join many of Britain’s finest horological brands at British Watchmakers’ Day, a celebration of the creativity, innovation and heritage that define modern British watchmaking. Organised by the Alliance of British Watch and Clock Makers, the event brings together a remarkable community of brands, collectors and enthusiasts. As the official trade body representing the majority of watch and clock making brands trading across the British Isles — including the Republic of Ireland — the Alliance plays a vital role in championing the future of the industry. Its membership...
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