Oren Hartov

Oren Hartov covers the watch industry for InsideHook, Analog:Shift, GQ, Esquire, Robb Report, HODINKEE and more, and his work has been featured in Gear Patrol, Worn & Wound, Watches International, MONOCLE and other publications. Born in New York City, raised in New Jersey and based in Los Angeles, he can frequently be found in far-flung locales searching out compelling horological stories. A gigging musician, SCUBA diver and military veteran, he has a particular affinity for purpose-built timepieces such as the Rolex Submariner or Omega Speedmaster — but feels just at home writing about an elegant Patek Philippe Calatrava. 

In addition to his regular coverage for InsideHook — where he frequently authors buying guides and covers new releases — Hartov also penned a series of articles for Worn & Wound detailing the military watch history of numerous countries. Additionally, he writes the weekly Watches of the Week column for GQ; writes and edits the Transmissions blog for Analog:Shift, the pre-owned and vintage arm of Watches of Switzerland; and contributes numerous buying guides and other coverage for Esquire and Robb Report

All Articles From Oren Hartov

A Classic, Deep Cut of a Military Watch Is Available Once More

The Marathon Navigator in stainless steel is back, and this time, it features a handy date window.

Why You Should Buy One Watch and Do Everything in It

Or, how I learned to stop worrying and love the Submariner

A Visit to Tudor’s New Watchmaking Facilities

Rolex’s sister company inaugurated a brand new manufacture — and we got a peek inside.

The Best New Releases From Watches and Wonders 2023

The biggest watch show of the year is happening in Geneva this week — here’s a firsthand look at the most important releases

The Best Tool Watches at Every Budget

And while we're at it, what is a tool watch, anyway?

Introducing: The Marathon 46mm Arctic JDD

Everybody’s favorite military timepiece manufacturer is back with a white-dialed tank of a dive watch

The Best Luxury Sports Watches

How one man’s 1970s-era designs led to an entirely new category of timepiece — and why it matters

The Best Vintage Watches Under $10,000

There are still plenty of bargains to be had in the world of pre-owned timepieces — provided you think of the word “bargain” in a relative sense.

The Best Gold Watches for Men

When nothing less than full-on baller will do, spring for some gold wrist candy.

Inside One of the World's Most Grueling Endurance Races

A Non-Car Guy’s Take on the Rolex 24 at Daytona

Introducing: The New TAG Heuer Aquaracer Solargraph, 60th Anniversary Carrera and Monza Flyback Chronometer

Can we interest anyone in an absolutely sick forged carbon chronograph with flyback capability and a manufacture movement?

The Best Travel Watches at Every Budget

And yes, we're aware you don't actually need one. But we still think you should get one.

A Thorough Guide to Watch Straps: Different Types and the Best Ones to Buy

From steel and rubber to leather, NATO, perlon and more

Discover the Best Chronograph Watches at Every Budget

Perhaps the most famous watch complication can be had from well under $1,000 — or for well over $1M.

The Best Military Watches to Collect (And Why You Should Be Collecting Them)

They’re utilitarian, they’re handsome and, in many cases, they’re affordable.