The Journal

Journal

Guides, market insight and watchmaking stories from the KettleClub specialists.

Luxury Watch Lifestyle & Culture The Best Luxury Watches on a Rubber Strap: Ollie’s Top 3 In Stock Bracelets get most of the attention, but some of the best watches we sell come on rubber. They’re lighter, more comfortable on… Rolex Rolex Root Beer GMT: An Iconic Timepiece’s History The Rolex Root Beer GMT showcases the evolution of the Rolex GMT Master, highlighting its unique features and cultural significance. Luxury Watch Lifestyle & Culture Most Underrated Watch of 2026: JLC’s Master Control Perpetual Calendar Last year Sam’s most underrated watch was the Vacheron Constantin Overseas, a world-class sports watch that the hype machine mostly ignored. This… Rolex Caring for Your Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi: A Complete Guide This guide covers Rolex GMT-Master II Pepsi care and maintenance tips to keep your timepiece in pristine condition. Cartier Cartier Roadster 2026: Why It’s Our Most Disappointing Watch of the Year This month we put two questions to Sam: what’s the most underrated watch of 2026, and what’s the most disappointing? His answer… Rolex Top Tips for Buying a Rolex Submariner 41 in the UK This Rolex Submariner 41 buying guide covers essential tips and considerations for purchasing a Rolex in the UK, ensuring an informed decision. Rolex Rolex Wimbledon Dial Datejust: Essential Care Tips Explore essential care tips for your Rolex Wimbledon Dial Datejust. Learn about Rolex Datejust care and Wimbledon Dial maintenance techniques. Rolex Customising Your Rolex Datejust: Options for 36 and 41 Explore the differences in Rolex Datejust 36 vs 41, including customization options and features to help you choose the perfect watch. Rolex Best Time of Year to Buy a Rolex Datejust 41 in the UK This Rolex Datejust 41 buying guide explores the best times to purchase, prices, and reviews for the iconic watch in the UK… Cartier Exploring the Features of Taylor Swift’s Cartier Watch Taylor Swift and Travis Kelce now have matching Cartier watches! Discover the features and style of their stunning timepieces. Learn more now! Rolex Spotting Fake Rolexes: Essential Tips for UK Buyers If Rolex's AD's watchmakers fail to spot a fake, what chance do we have? Learn to detect fake Rolex and buy genuine…