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Off the Grid in Costa Rica

Off the Grid in Costa Rica

H+G Co-Founder Michael Sims recently returned from a trip to Costa Rica. His travels took him somewhat off the grid from the normal resort destinations most of us have become...
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Timing the Tide: The Ultimate Guide to Tide Watches & How They Work

The mechanics behind how a tide watch works are sophisticated, but their purpose is simple: to accurately and clearly convey the ebb and flow of the ocean’s surface.
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Leather Care Guide: How to Care for Your Leather Watch Strap

Hook+Gaff watches have a well-earned reputation for their strong build and long-lasting durability. And if cared for properly, your genuine leather watch strap can last a long time, too. Here are...
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Put a Timeless Gift Under the Tree: Your 2018 Holiday Gift Guide

Wondering what to get for your special someone or favorite family member this holiday season? Here at Hook+Gaff, we know that the best gift you can give and receive is...
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Mission Accomplished on an Annual Quest for the Silver King

Mission Accomplished on an Annual Quest for the Silver King

Every year, my wife and I make the drive from Clearwater Beach two hours south to Matlacha. This trip focuses on one fish and one fish only — the silver king....
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Wedding Gift Guide: Timeless Watches for an Unforgettable Occasion

Wedding season is in full swing, and that means wedding gift-giving season has also arrived. It’s somewhat customary for the groom to receive a watch on his wedding day. And...
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Chandler Williams's 30 Species in 30 Days

Chandler Williams's 30 Species in 30 Days

I sat down with Hook+Gaff president and founder Michael Sims to discuss working on a project that would interest our social media followers and customers. We wanted to do a...
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Find the Perfect Father’s Day Present With Our 2018 Gift Guide

Find the Perfect Father’s Day Present With Our 2018 Gift Guide

From offering endless piggyback rides to patiently teaching us to bait a hook, there’s no one in the world quite like Dad. Not sure which watch is perfect for your dad?...
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Technology That Transcends Time: Mechanical Watch Movement

Mechanical movements represent the way watches were made since back in the earliest days of the craft. It’s pretty cool to think about a technology that transcends time and trends;...
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4 Watches That Make a Timeless Graduation Gift

There’s something symbolic about giving a gift that honors the passing of time, especially to commemorate one of life’s great milestones: graduation. Whether the young scholar is finally making it...
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The Story Behind Our Watch Features

The Story Behind Our Watch Features

Hook + Gaff customers and fans have asked me for some insight into why we construct our watches the way we do. In fact, it’s the question I get asked...
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The Ultimate 2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

The Ultimate 2018 Mother’s Day Gift Guide

Here at Hook+Gaff, we want to take a moment on Sunday, May 13, to pause and acknowledge all the moms out there. For all of the selfless sacrifices, perfectly prepared...
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What is a GMT Watch and How Does it Work?

Whether you’ve heard the term in school, seen it at an airport or come across it while researching the perfect outdoors watch, GMT has a lot of significance in the...
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what is swiss quartz movement

What is Swiss Movement? The Origins of Swiss Quartz Movement

A watch’s “movement” refers to the part of the device that drives the hands on a watch face to make it tick. It’s often described as the heart of a...
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What Is a Moonphase Watch? (And Why Do I Want One?)

For thousands of years, humans have turned to the moon and stars for guidance. Before clocks, before timepieces and before quartz movement, time was marked by the sun, the moon...
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U.S. and British Virgin Islands

U.S. and British Virgin Islands

We headed off to the U.S. and British Virgin Islands for a much needed vacation following the busy Christmas season. While it was clear that many structures were damaged by...
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Q&A: Chasten Whitfield

We recently caught up with Chasten Whitfield to talk to her about Chastenation, her mission, and the role that fishing plays in her inspiring story! 
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Q & A with Jeff Johnson, Flyfish Rockport and First Cast Outfitters

Q & A with Jeff Johnson, Flyfish Rockport and First Cast Outfitters

Hook + Gaff Watch Company sat down with Jeff Johnson, charter captain and guide who runs Fly Fish Rockport in Rockport, TX and First Cast Outfitters in Craig, MT.  We recently...
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