From the founder

Films

Grading walkthroughs, case reads, and the occasional long look at a single watch. Posted here first.

Film pending
How the Rad Score works

A walkthrough of the five-point condition scale, what each grade means, and the photographs that produce a reliable read.

Film pending
Reading a case: polish, bevels and honest wear

Why an unpolished 4 is worth more than an over-polished 2, and how to tell the difference from three photographs.

Film pending
Serial and reference numbers: where to look

Between the lugs, on the rehaut, inside the caseback — a tour of where every major house hides its numbers.