The Avanté Journal
Guides to moonphase watches

Three all-black watches for different priorities, with a comparison of case, strap, legibility and delivered prices for the Netherlands and Germany.

For accurate timekeeping, a slim case and a real moonphase around €180–250, quartz is a strong choice. Compare specific watches and see when an automatic suits you better.

A hand landing beside a marker does not prove that a watch loses time. Compare three different observations before judging a quartz watch.

A scratch does not automatically call for polishing. Identify the affected component, check for a change in function and decide what you want service to achieve.

The lunar phase stays the same while your viewing angle changes. Here is how to compare the Moon and your watch when travelling south of the equator.

Dutch design, a Japanese movement and dispatch from the Netherlands describe different things. Learn which evidence answers your question about a watch's origin.

Mist on the outside and moisture under the crystal need different responses. Identify what you can see and prepare a useful service enquiry without opening the case.

A bedside spot, drawer or watch box? Choose a practical storage arrangement by checking access, bracelet contact points and the fit of the support.

A fingerprint on the crystal needs a different response from dirt between bracelet links. Choose a suitable daily cleaning routine with this practical guide.

316L identifies a steel grade, rather than promising a scratch-free watch. Learn what to check about the case, bracelet and complete watch before ordering.

Sunburst describes a dial finish. Find out why light bands move, why one photo is not enough and what to check when choosing a watch.

Which rose gold watch suits you? Compare case material, dial colour and bracelet or strap, with practical advice and Avanté Lunar Rose Gold examples.

You do not need a different watch for every outfit. Try a candidate against three real combinations, checking proportions, comfort and appearance.

An integrated bracelet makes the case and bracelet look like one continuous design. These five checks also help you assess fit and future strap options.

Battery life is a movement specification, not a countdown starting on purchase day. Here is what to know about storage, replacement and resetting the displays.