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Under the Radar

With “Under the Radar”, host Tyler Vanes (Head of Operations at C+T) walks us through his picks of timepieces, brands, and references that he believes are flying under the radar. These are generally on the more affordable side while still offering fantastic vintage collectability. Watch collecting isn’t about the most exclusive or expensive timepiece and these all provide something much more interesting – fun!

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All A Brief History of Art, Music and Design Buyer's Guide Chasing Time City Guide Complicated History Driven Look Closer Owner's Guide Reference Guide The Details Under the Radar Watches + Style What Is On My Wrist
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  • A Brief History of
  • Art, Music and Design
  • Buyer's Guide
  • Chasing Time
  • City Guide
  • Complicated History
  • Driven
  • Look Closer
  • Owner's Guide
  • Reference Guide
  • The Details
  • Under the Radar
  • Watches + Style
  • What Is On My Wrist
    • Under the Radar 1940s Jardur Bezelmeter Aviation Chronograph

    A historically relevant, purpose-built tool watch for aviators at a fraction of the cost of its direct competition.
    Under the Radar 1960s Clebar-Zodiac Chrono Made by Heuer

    Is it a Clebar? Is it a Zodiac? Is it a Heuer? In this episode of Under the Radar, we try to decide!
    Under the Radar Seiko Diver 600m “Golden Tuna” ref. 7549-7009

    An overlooked Bond watch that represents the peak of dive tech in 1978

    Under the Radar A 1951 Longines Automatic ref. 625C 2

    A fabulous mid-century watch from an innovative marque that straddles the line between sports watches and dress watches.

    Under the Radar The Seiko “Pogue” Chronograph ref.6139- 6005

    The vintage watch market may be heading into the stratosphere (and beyond) these days, but that doesn’t mean you need a NASA-sized budget to get your hands on a vintage watch with serious heritage and a direct connection to space exploration!
    Under the Radar A stunning ‘70s Wakmann Triple Calendar Chronograph

    In this installment of UTR, Craft + Tailored’s resident deal whisperer, Tyler Vanes, takes a look at a downright beautiful ‘70s Wakmann that hits not only just the aesthetic marks, but boasts features and a movement that would cost exponentially more if it bore major marque’s name on its dial. 
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