Seiko Archives - Time+Tide Watches

New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

23.03.24

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New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

The Snoopy MoonSwatch was not the only cool release this past week: there were also hot debuts from independents and a resized icon.

Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? These watches are for you

Buying Guides

23.03.24

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Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? These watches are for you

From morse code Murph's to classic Casio's, these are some of the best watches for movie nerds to look into.

Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces

Friday Wind Down

15.03.24

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Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces

The Seiko Birth & Rebirth pop-up exhibition in Sydney is a must-see.

Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!

Watch Education

10.03.24

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Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!

Adam pursues his primal instincts of solar navigation for the purposes of education and entertainment.

New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more

Last Week in Watches

09.03.24

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New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more

A special John Mayer collab with AP, a road sign-inspired Mr Jones and a nature-clad LV trio all released this past week.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

Lists

02.03.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

This is it. The decision has been made, the dollars have been saved, and the significant other has been convinced this is the last one (honest).…

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Sydney

Lists

26.02.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Sydney

Where to purchase a watch in the Harbour City? Well - here's a place to start!

Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?

In-Depth

14.02.24

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Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?

Most Seiko lovers would prefer to own a Japanese-made Seiko to an international version. But is this preference well-founded?

Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Lists

23.01.24

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Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Yes, a certain Gérald Genta is on this list, but he's not the only notable watch designer.

New releases from Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Blancpain and more

Last Week in Watches

14.01.24

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New releases from Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Blancpain and more

Brands usher in the Year of the Dragon with varied releases, Seiko does their thing, and a new 'Thrifty Fathoms'.

Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?

Opinion

09.01.24

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Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?

We revisit everyone's favourite entry-level diver. Does its charm excuse the fact it's no longer affordable?

New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more

Last Week in Watches

07.01.24

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New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more

2024 kicks off with an independent-dominated collection of releases.

In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023

Lists

30.12.23

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In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023

Seiko released dozens of watches this year - we've whittled it down to the 5 best.

Lists

30.12.23

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5 of the best ana-digi watches

Ana-digi watches offer the best of both worlds: here's 5 of the best.

The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko

Lists

27.12.23

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The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko

Buffy Seikoed-out for 2023 after snagging an unbelievable bargain.

17 of the best stone dials from $369 to $500k+

Buying Guides

27.12.23

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17 of the best stone dials from $369 to $500k+

From microbrands to repeating tourbillons, there's a stone dial watch to suit most tastes.

The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève

Lists

24.12.23

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The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève

With two clear stand-outs, Borna found it somewhat challenging to figure out his third most-worn watch of the year.

Buying Guides

22.12.23

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5 of the best dive watches

The diver has pretty much become the quintessential watch - and here are five of the best.

Buying Guides

13.12.23

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Best gift watches under $1,000

For those with a little more cash to play, here are some more bastions of great value from big and micro brands alike.

Buying Guides

12.12.23

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5 of the best mountaineering watches

In honour of World Mountains Day, we look at some of the best mountaineering watches on the market.

New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more

Last Week in Watches

26.11.23

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New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more

After last week's Dubai Watch Week madness, you would think there would be a bit of a slowdown in terms of watch releases - but…

Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours

Hands On

25.11.23

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Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours

Seiko continues to treat Australian fans with yet another special edition, this time focused on the azure seas of the Whitsunday Islands.

A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965

Introducing

23.11.23

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A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965

59 years on, Seiko debuts three new Marinemasters, paying homage to not only Seiko's first diver but also the first Japanese dive watch.

Nineties nostalgia – 9 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

Lists

11.11.23

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Nineties nostalgia – 9 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

We pick out 9 watches that not only '90s kids will remember.

Timewarp treasures – 8 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

Lists

04.11.23

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Timewarp treasures – 8 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

The 1980s are often referred to as a decade of decadence and excess. With the rise in consumerism, along with the explosion in everything in…

Buying Guides

31.10.23

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5 of the best wave dials

Sometimes owning a dive watch just isn’t enough proof that you love the ocean. Water resistance is great, but if you don’t hear the waves…

The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration

Introducing

27.10.23

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The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration

Seiko pays tribute to the brand's first-ever dual-time watch, going all the way back to 1968 for inspiration.

Buying Guides

08.10.23

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10 of the best flieger watches

The flieger style of pilot’s watches has its roots in World War II, however, they’ve since outgrown their origins and taken on a life of…

New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

Last Week in Watches

08.10.23

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New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

The theme of many of this week's releases is a return to more vintage proportions... But those with more substantial wrists need not worry, either.

10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Buying Guides

06.10.23

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10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Most 18 year olds will probably wonder why you need a watch when you have the latest iPhone, and that’s a fair point – if…

Buying Guides

04.10.23

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5 of the best space watches

Space may be the final frontier, but there’s nowhere humans would dare go without a good watch. Over the years there have been hundreds of…

The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

Hands On

01.10.23

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The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

The new Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50J takes inspiration from an Australian whisky distillery's bespoke cocktail

Buying Guides

29.09.23

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5 of the best strap monsters

Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.

Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

Friday Wind Down

22.09.23

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Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

We discuss the Queen frontman's humble Seiko, the semi-finalists for the inaugural Louis Vuitton Watch Prize as well as rare vintage Vacherons making their way…

The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”

Hands On

16.09.23

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The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”

As a cultural icon and famous wearer of the brand, Seiko is honouring Bruce Lee with the SRPK39 Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition.

New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more

Last Week in Watches

10.09.23

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New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more

Even if you say you are not going to buy one of them, you were probably eagerly waiting for the new Swatch x Blancpain collaboration.…

9 Dungeons & Dragons races and the watches they’d wear

Lists

17.08.23

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9 Dungeons & Dragons races and the watches they’d wear

The popularity of Dungeons & Dragons is at an all-time high, since nerd culture became pop culture and TV shows like Stranger Things boosted sales…

Everything you need to know about dial finishing

Watch Education

15.08.23

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Everything you need to know about dial finishing

When you look at a watch, what’s the first thing you notice? Do you immediately comment on the movement, or perhaps case finishing? Of course…

New releases from Breitling, Norqain, Oris and more

Last Week in Watches

13.08.23

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New releases from Breitling, Norqain, Oris and more

This week was a little surprising with Breitling quietly releasing several models (including a limited edition) and a couple of independents who presented classically inspired…

The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower

Introducing

08.08.23

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The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower

The King Seiko SJE095 highlights a chrysanthemum pattern as Japan’s national flower. The case is based on the original King Seiko from 1965 with an…

A Question of Time: 10 questions with the Time+Tide team – D.C. Hannay

Interview

06.08.23

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A Question of Time: 10 questions with the Time+Tide team – D.C. Hannay

Editor’s Note: What makes the Time+Tide team tick? That’s what we want to try and uncover in this new series that will turn the spotlight…

Lists

04.08.23

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Affordable watches for 5 kinds of goths

It doesn’t get much opportunity to surface in my position of watch journalism, but I have a deep love of the dark and cryptic. From…

Buying Guides

18.07.23

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The 5 best summer watches

If you live in the northern hemisphere, you’re smack bang in the middle of summer right now, and hopefully enjoying the joyful vibes of July.…

Seiko dive back into 1965 (and 2017) with the SJE093

Introducing

11.07.23

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Seiko dive back into 1965 (and 2017) with the SJE093

The Seiko SJE093 is a faithful recreation of the 62MAS from 1965. It can be seen as an updated version of the SLA017 from 2017…

The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original

Hands On

01.07.23

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The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original

The ‘60s were an important era for Seiko, as it saw the introduction of both the Grand Seiko and King Seiko lines. Originally launched to…

5 of the best panda dial chronographs of 2023

Buying Guides

27.06.23

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5 of the best panda dial chronographs of 2023

From iconic racing watches to auction darlings, panda dial chronographs hold a special place in the hearts of collectors all over the world. Little wonder…

Hands On

13.06.23

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HANDS-ON: The Seiko 5 Sports retro colour collection

With its incredibly expansive catalogue of references and huge production numbers, the original Seiko 5 collection still feels like a pillar of the watchmaking landscape.…

Buying Guides

24.05.23

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The 10 best Japanese watch brands

Japan has played numerous crucial roles in horological history, whether introducing one of the first automatic chronographs, developing a watch resistant enough to be used…