SÖNER's Library of Inspiration

Söner Amorous and Nostalgia: Two Swiss Collections Explained

The Amorous and Nostalgia are Söner's two Swiss movement collections, both built around the same 28x40mm rectangular case in 800HV hardened surgical steel. The Nostalgia runs a Swiss ETA...

Watches Like Casio: The Best Alternatives & Competitors

The short answer: the best alternatives to Casio depend on what you actually use a Casio for. If it's digital function — alarms, timers, world time — Seiko and Citizen cover the analog side whil...

Men's vs Women's Watches: What's the Difference?

Curious about the real difference between men’s and women’s watches, and how those differences should guide your next purchase? This in-depth guide breaks down size, design, features, and fit so yo...

The Ultimate Wristwatch Dictionary: A to Z Guide

This comprehensive wristwatch dictionary is your fast, reliable reference for decoding the language of horology. From case anatomy and crystals to movements, escapements, and complications, each de...

Söner at Nordic Watch Awards & Stockholm Time 2025

Last Friday I attended the Nordic Watch Awards, a gathering that truly celebrates the art of fine watchmaking in the Nordics. It was inspiring to meet fellow independent brands, collectors, and ent...

Which Wrist Should a Woman Wear a Watch On?

Most women wear a watch on the left wrist, for the same practical reason most people do - the majority are right-handed, so the watch sits on the non-dominant hand and stays out of the way. But it'...