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16.05.24

Hamilton comes to the rescue with the Khaki Pilot Air Glaciers

Hamilton have crafted a titanium take on their Khaki Pilot in collaboration with the Swiss Air-Glaciers helicopter rescue team.

Michael Schumacher’s collection exceeds $4 million at Christie’s

Auctions

16.05.24

Michael Schumacher’s collection exceeds $4 million at Christie’s

Unique and ultra-rare was the name of the game, with F.P. Journe, Audemars Piguet, and Rolex owned by Schumacher being sold.

Why independent brands were the big winners of Only Watch 2024

Opinion

16.05.24

Why independent brands were the big winners of Only Watch 2024

Small indies achieved spectacular results at the Only Watch charity auction this year, with Furlan Marri a particular standout.

One thing all watch brands could learn from Tudor

Opinion

15.05.24

One thing all watch brands could learn from Tudor

One brand rarely stirs up controversy amongst watch enthusiasts - Tudor. This key reason why is something other brands should study.

Opinion

15.05.24

Is mother of pearl losing its shine?

With more bright colours and less brand dependence on traditionally "women's" watches, Charlotte explores what's next for mother of pearl.

The Nivada Grenchen F77 Titanium Meteorite blends ’70s swagger with modernity

Hands On

15.05.24

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The Nivada Grenchen F77 Titanium Meteorite blends ’70s swagger with modernity

This stylish vintage reissue reference welcomes a thoroughly modern meteorite dial to its titanium case.

The Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition reminds that NATO straps are an outdoorsy must-have

Introducing

14.05.24

The Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition reminds that NATO straps are an outdoorsy must-have

Hamilton's most adventure-ready watches get the strap pairing many have surely been waiting for.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948 worldtimer has a dial that requires 70 hours of work alone

Introducing

14.05.24

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948 worldtimer has a dial that requires 70 hours of work alone

Jaeger-LeCoultre flexes its in-house mastery with the decorated Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 universal tourbillon worldtimer.

How to pick the best watch for your wedding

Buying Guides

14.05.24

How to pick the best watch for your wedding

Making final decisions before your big wedding day can be stressful. For watch addicts, it's which watch to wear. Here are some tips...

Mido gives the Ocean Star 200C a high-end forged carbon fibre makeover

Introducing

13.05.24

Mido gives the Ocean Star 200C a high-end forged carbon fibre makeover

Fact: carbon fibre makes everything cooler, especially watches. That's why this limited edition Mido diver is an exciting prospect.

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

Micro Mondays

13.05.24

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

The new Australian microbrand proves that their watch has earned its stripes, accompanying a photojournalist to the top of Lhotse.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

Hands On

13.05.24

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

All the details about the return of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre and the model's patented, high-tech movements.

The Alpina Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT makes a play for a truly affordable sports watch

Hands On

12.05.24

The Alpina Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT makes a play for a truly affordable sports watch

The Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT has the water resistance of a diver, and functionality of a travel watch.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Honolulu

Lists

12.05.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Honolulu

Honolulu is one of the most isolated cities on earth. It also boasts over four million visitors every year, in addition to the nearly one…

New releases from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Farer, Vacheron Constantin and more

Last Week in Watches

12.05.24

New releases from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Farer, Vacheron Constantin and more

Old Vacherons made new, a deep purple Farer, and a delectable Armin Strom are just some of the pieces making up this week's selection.

The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants

Watch Education

11.05.24

The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants

Buffy looks to the Swingin' Sixties to find out more about a Rolex cocktail watch that, just like a chameleon, easily changed colour.

Opinion

11.05.24

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Is Longines at a pivotal moment?

With a rich heritage and a focus on celebrity ambassadors, why have you been hearing more about Longines recently?

The 6 best field watches for everyday expeditions

Buying Guides

11.05.24

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The 6 best field watches for everyday expeditions

Field watches rank as some of the most versatile and timeless watches on the market. Here's some of the best.

Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS

Hands On

11.05.24

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Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS

Just a few years after releasing the ever-popular 20MAS, Seiko returns with three new and improved variants - 24MAS, anyone?

The three independent watchmakers that should be on your radar

Lists

10.05.24

The three independent watchmakers that should be on your radar

If you're tired of constantly reading about the same five brands, have a break and enjoy some independent craftsmanship.

Loupe This is set to auction off the ultimate hypebeast Tiffany Blue Nautilus 5711 – here’s why that’s worth paying attention to

Friday Wind Down

10.05.24

Loupe This is set to auction off the ultimate hypebeast Tiffany Blue Nautilus 5711 – here’s why that’s worth paying attention to

For those who never worked up the VIP lists of Tiffany or Patek, Loupe This is set to list the ultimate hype watch: a Tiffany…

The best ultra light watches that won’t weigh you down

Buying Guides

10.05.24

The best ultra light watches that won’t weigh you down

Whether to achieve impressive records or create lightweight everyday companions, we look to brands that shaved off as many grams as possible.

Why Cartier has always been the watchmaker of shapes, as told by Image, Style, and Heritage Director Pierre Rainero

Interview

10.05.24

Why Cartier has always been the watchmaker of shapes, as told by Image, Style, and Heritage Director Pierre Rainero

There are few brands with the cache of Cartier, and we wanted to hear the full story straight from the horse's mouth.

The Bastardo abides: the transgressive tastes of Phil Toledano, and the Toledano & Chan B/1

Interview

09.05.24

The Bastardo abides: the transgressive tastes of Phil Toledano, and the Toledano & Chan B/1

Mr Enthusiast reveals inspiration behind Toledano & Chan, his new brand honouring 1970s design, materials, and quirks.

Naoya Hida 2024 releases play with shape, engraving, and semi-precious stone

Introducing

09.05.24

Naoya Hida 2024 releases play with shape, engraving, and semi-precious stone

The Japanese independent delves further into Art Deco inspiration and artisanal watchmaking with its 2024 releases.

Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?

Versus

09.05.24

Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?

A dress watch from a sports watch brand takes on a high-end, revitalised artisan. It's Rolex versus Parmigiani Fleurier.

Sylvester Stallone has 11 watches heading to Sotheby’s June 2024 auction

Auctions

08.05.24

Sylvester Stallone has 11 watches heading to Sotheby’s June 2024 auction

Sly has enlisted Sotheby's to auction off a significant part of his collection, including the first-ever to market Patek Grandmaster Chime.

Buying Guides

08.05.24

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10 of the best MIL-SPEC watches

Simple, durable and with plenty of history behind them, we take a closer look at our favourite MIL-SPEC watches.

Watch Education

08.05.24

You’re using the word “horology” wrong

A mistranslated misnomer, or proof of language evolving? Buffy talks horology, and what that really means.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition is finally coming Down Under with a pop-up in Sydney

Events

07.05.24

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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition is finally coming Down Under with a pop-up in Sydney

The globe-trotting Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition comes to Australia, popping up in Sydney’s Martin Place from the 10th to the 19th of May.

Tudor equips its Giro d’Italia squad with a new Pelagos FXD Chrono

Introducing

07.05.24

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Tudor equips its Giro d’Italia squad with a new Pelagos FXD Chrono

Another composite case Pelagos FXD, this time honouring Tudor's cycling team competing in Italy's Grand Tour.

Buying Guides

07.05.24

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The Time+Tide Mother’s Day gift guide

Whether it's a simple Casio, dressy Fears or luxe Bulgari, we think we've covered our bases for our 2024 Mother's Day guide.

How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

Micro Mondays

06.05.24

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How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

A microbrand diver is hardly anything new these days. Indonesian micro Rivelta disagrees, putting a metro twist on a staple design.

13 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

Lists

06.05.24

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13 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

Our guide to the best Grand Seiko references of the modern era, and why they're so important.

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox Panda leans into its vintage cues

Hands On

05.05.24

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The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox Panda leans into its vintage cues

It wouldn’t be an unfounded opinion to say that vintage reissues have become a bit stale after a decade of non-stop re-releases. Sure, vintage watches…

Seiko, it’s time to bring the Age of Discovery back

Opinion

05.05.24

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Seiko, it’s time to bring the Age of Discovery back

Few brands can match the quirkiness of Seiko in the 1990s, and Buffy feels it may be time for some of it to return.

New releases from TAG Heuer, Tudor, Naoya Hida and more

Last Week in Watches

05.05.24

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New releases from TAG Heuer, Tudor, Naoya Hida and more

Retro re-releases, cycling watches, new brands and line extensions for old ones, oh my! There's been plenty of head-turning releases this week.

An in-depth look at all 10 versions of the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Kith collaboration

Video

04.05.24

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An in-depth look at all 10 versions of the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Kith collaboration

We go through all 10 models in the TAG Heuer Formula 1 Kith collection in detail, including the TAG Heuer and Kith exclusives.

The story of John Jacob Astor’s £1.17 million Titanic watch

Auctions

04.05.24

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The story of John Jacob Astor’s £1.17 million Titanic watch

Last week, this pocket watch became the most expensive piece of Titanic memorabilia ever sold at auction.

Only Watch 2024: the Time+Tide team shares their favourite lots

Lists

03.05.24

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Only Watch 2024: the Time+Tide team shares their favourite lots

Editor’s note: There has been plenty to say about this (or last) year’s instalment of the Only Watch auction. While the biannual charity sale always…

Kith, marry, kill: TAG Heuer’s revival of the Formula 1 dominated this week

Friday Wind Down

03.05.24

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Kith, marry, kill: TAG Heuer’s revival of the Formula 1 dominated this week

The OG Formula 1 has made its long-awaited return in the form of a collaboration with lifestyle brand Kith - a bold move from TAG…

The best TV dial watches that might signal their glorious comeback

Buying Guides

03.05.24

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The best TV dial watches that might signal their glorious comeback

The green dial and integrated bracelet trends are old hat - it's time for the quirkiness of the 1970s to come back.

The HYT T1 Series makes fluidic timekeeping as approachable as possible

Hands On

03.05.24

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The HYT T1 Series makes fluidic timekeeping as approachable as possible

The T1 Series is heralded to become the saviour of HYT, making the brand more approachable, but still keeping the ethos alive.

Fears brings back the best of British, with the Brunswick 38

What We Wore

02.05.24

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Fears brings back the best of British, with the Brunswick 38

Tom test drives the Fears Brunswick 38, the Bristol-based revival of a heritage British brand.

We asked, you answered: would you wear the new Omega Speedmaster 38mm?

Watch Culture

02.05.24

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We asked, you answered: would you wear the new Omega Speedmaster 38mm?

Omega is aiming the new smaller, blingier Speedy at men and women - but are men actually interested in it? We put it to our…

The retro-tastic TAG Heuer Formula 1 is back as a Kith limited-edition collab (live pics)

Introducing

01.05.24

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The retro-tastic TAG Heuer Formula 1 is back as a Kith limited-edition collab (live pics)

The "affordable" TAG Heuer Formula 1 returns thanks to Kith founder Ronnie Fieg's first watch.

Interview

01.05.24

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Breitling CEO Georges Kern talks us through the brand’s 140th anniversary celebrations

The maker of the legendary Navitimer celebrates its 140th, and CEO Georges Kern takes us through the years.

Van Cleef & Arpels captures the poetry of nature, timekeeping and luxury with their new collection

Introducing

01.05.24

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Van Cleef & Arpels captures the poetry of nature, timekeeping and luxury with their new collection

Van Cleef & Arpels showcases haute horology prowess with the intricately hand-crafted Poetic Complications collection.

What we thought of A. Lange & Söhne’s 2024 Watches and Wonders releases

Video

30.04.24

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What we thought of A. Lange & Söhne’s 2024 Watches and Wonders releases

This year Lange doubled its output from last year, going from one release to two - giving Jamie and Russell plenty to talk about.

Why are platinum watches more expensive than gold?

Watch Education

30.04.24

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Why are platinum watches more expensive than gold?

Buffy finds out why the stealth-wealth silver glow of platinum adds so much to the price tag of a watch.

Buying Guides

30.04.24

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8 of the best dive watches

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

The Bulgari Tadao Ando Serpenti explores the seasons with snakeskin stone marquetry

Hands On

29.04.24

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The Bulgari Tadao Ando Serpenti explores the seasons with snakeskin stone marquetry

The latest team up between Bulgari and Tadao Ando results in a mesmerising series of Serpenti watches with marquetry-like dials.

CIGA Design’s Central Tourbillon Mount Everest Homage Edition represents another peak for Chinese watchmaking

Micro Mondays

29.04.24

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CIGA Design’s Central Tourbillon Mount Everest Homage Edition represents another peak for Chinese watchmaking

This exceedingly competitively priced central tourbillon watch commemorates the 70th anniversary of Hillary and Norgay's ascent of Everest.

The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Golden Siena edges into pure, no-date dress territory

Video

29.04.24

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The Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Golden Siena edges into pure, no-date dress territory

Parmigiani Fleurier has listened to fans, giving us a no-date Tonda PF for what could be the ultimate sleeper.

You want dial colours? Nomos has the answer!

Introducing

28.04.24

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You want dial colours? Nomos has the answer!

Nomos Glahshütte has let loose with the colour wheel for its latest pieces, celebrating 175 years of watchmaking in Glashütte with 31 colourful versions of…