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IN THE NEWS: Fratello Visits the Oak & Oscar HQ
November 02, 2026
Balazs Ferenczi of Fratello finally made it to the Oak & Oscar HQ in Chicago. A quick stop turned into a few hours of watches, drinks and good conversation, and the Atwood was his highlight. Read on to learn more!
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What Does It Mean to Be an Independent Watch Brand?
October 28, 2026
You've probably run into the phrase "independent watch brand." After more than ten years as an independent watch company, here's what it means to us, and why it matters when you're picking out a watch. Read on to learn more!
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Three Datomasters and a Trip Down Memory Lane
August 25, 2026
A recent Fratello podcast brought back a great memory: three friends, three Nivada Grenchen Datomasters, and a photo from Baselworld that reminds us why we love watches in the first place.
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The Story Behind the Humboldt GMT 2026 Chicago Edition
July 14, 2026
Five watches. Ten minutes. But that's not what made the Humboldt GMT 2026 Chicago Edition a success. Created exclusively for Windup Chicago, this five-piece release celebrated our hometown and the incredible community that gathered around it.
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IN THE NEWS: The Atwood Gets the Spotlight on YouTube!
June 01, 2026
Time+Tide recently took a closer look at the Oak & Oscar Atwood, highlighting the details, proportions, and flyback chronograph movement that make it one of the most compelling modern chronographs available today.
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IN THE NEWS: Time & Tide Takes a Closer Look at the Atwood
May 05, 2026
Time and Tide Watches recently reviewed the Atwood, highlighting its balance of thoughtful design and everyday usability. Their perspective reinforces the idea that the best watches focus on getting the fundamentals right.
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HSNY Classes Return to the HQ April 11th & 12th
March 26, 2026
Join the HSNY at the Oak & Oscar HQ on April 11th and 12th for their popular traveling education classes! Read on to learn more!
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IN THE NEWS: Crown & Caliber Spotlights Oak & Oscar and the U.S. Men's Curling Team
March 02, 2026
Crown & Caliber spotlights the longstanding relationship between Oak & Oscar and the U.S. Men's Olympic Curling Team. Read on to learn more!
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IN THE NEWS: Fox 32 Chicago Swings by the HQ to Talk Curling and Watches
February 18, 2026
Fox 32 Chicago interviewed Chase last week about Oak & Oscar's unique relationship with the Olympic curling team. Read on to learn more and watch the interview!
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