Step into the stories behind the watches. The Declan James Journal: a collection of heritage, inspiration, and timeless tales
The Declan James Journal
Sacrafices Not Forgotten
Memorial Day is profoundly significant for many Americans, particularly those who have served in the military. The d...
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The Bombing of Pearl Harbor
As dawn broke, the skies suddenly filled with Japanese aircraft, heading toward their targets at Pearl Harbor and nearby military installations. The planes flew near Kenneth's building, their path close but not directly overhead.
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Legacy of Service
There are moments in life indelibly etched into our hearts. For me, one of those moments was my commissioning ceremony at the Naval Special Warfare Center Grinder—an event steeped in tradition and profound personal meaning.
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The Tadpole and The Watch
Smoke snakes into the air from the cigarette resting in the ashtray. Half-filled moving-boxes clutter the room. I take a sip of my drink, place the glass on the desk among circular cocktail-glass stains.
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What is in a Name? Part 3: "The Great"
The value of a lifelong friendship and inspiration behind our watch "The Great"
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What is in a Name? Part 2: "The Contender"
What being a Navy SEAL has taught me about life and the inspiration behind our watch name "The Contender"
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What's in a Name? Part 1: "The Critic"
What being Navy SEAL has taught be about starting my own business and the inspiration behind our watch name "The Critic"
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I Have a Watch Addiction
I have a watch addiction and I want to be honest with you about it
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Why I Started Declan James Watch Co.
The lessons I learned as a Navy SEAL have been invaluable in building Declan James Watch Co., teaching me how to adapt and persevere through challenges. A mentor once told me, "It's not that SEALs are amazing at what they do that makes them successful; it's that they get back up every single time they are knocked down."
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