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Two customised Rolex, one winner. Which fared better at the Sotheby's Fine Watches auction: the Supreme Submariner or the Asprey Daytona?
From a purple Daytona to an Advanced Research Patek Philippe - Zach brings you the inside scoop.
The rapper 2 Chainz is called “2 Chainz” because of his predilection for wearing, you guessed it, two chains. In other words, the hip-hop artist…
If you’re a budding watch-spotter, Ed Sheeran is the gift that just keeps on giving. Highlights in his watch box include the Patek Philippe Ref.1518 – the…
New 18K white gold Rolex Daytona with special visual cues celebrates 100 years of 24 Hours of Le Mans race Uses a new 4132 calibre…
Some people think you need to wait for Watches & Wonders to see new watches, but this June in New York, there are dozens of…
Rolex has finally revealed their new releases for Watches & Wonders 2023, and the Cosmograph Daytona is certainly among the most anticipated. Without further ado,…
The Rolex Daytona and the Apple Watch are two of the most wildly desired timepieces on the planet. First up, you have the Daytona, the…
Editor’s note: The Immortals is a new series that delves into a watch that we believe deserves recognition as a bona fide modern classic. You’ll…
“Saddam’s chandelier was the size of a two-car garage,” wrote the late P.J. O’Rourke in a piece on Saddam Hussein’s taste in interior design. “If…
A few weeks back, Ricardo explored how the crash of crypto has derailed the upward trajectory of many “asset-class” references such as the Royal Oak…
Outside the weather was freezing with temperatures down to minus 10°C. But in the driver’s seat of the hire car skittering over the icy roads,…
During the holiday break, the Time+Tide team caught a very interesting post in the r/Rolex thread on Reddit, where a user claimed he was offered…
There’s a lot more to the Rolex Daytona than Paul Newman. While famed for its long history as one of motorsports’ most iconic timepieces, the Daytona…
Bit of an odd question but can anyone work out the relevance of the March 23, 2018? In a pretty baller move, on that day…
As Will Ferrell’s character Jacobim Mugatu in Zoolander would say about Hansel, vintage watches are “so hot right now”. Many collectors naturally have a greater…
Last week we began our “Don’t Feed the Hype” series and, based on your feedback, many of you are on board with this idea of…
Editor’s note: There’s no doubt that celebrities and (to a lesser extent) the media do influence the secondary market. In fact, there are occasions when…
After picking my jaw off the ground, I was surprised by my wide-eyed delight with Artisans de Genève’s irreverent take on the Rolex Daytona. I…
All too often we discuss watches as assets. Usually when we hear about people selling pieces from their collection it is part of an effort…
In March 2019, Christopher Jones had a very bad day. The British art dealer was skiing in Aspen, Colorado when he crashed on the mountain.…
The new, all-steel Tudor Black Bay Chronograph seems to me like the sweet middle ground between two iconic watches. I have a strained relationship with…
It’s crazy to think we only crossed paths with Eric Ku in January of last year, when he so kindly donated a Tiffany stamped Rolex…
Watching David Dobrik content is a guilty pleasure of mine. It is mindless fun when you’re just looking to unwind, kickback, and have a laugh…
Some champions refuse to wear their hard-earned Rolex through staunch working-class pride – like MMA fighter Michael Bisping in our story here. But British boxer…
Nothing over $1 million can really be called a bargain. Particularly when it’s a mere wristwatch from the Swinging Sixties. Yet we all know the…
Have you ever wondered what racing cars and auction rooms have in common? In a 2006 publication, neurosurgeon Dr Eric Watkins published evidence that a…
Ever since the “panda” dial Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sold for the GDP of a small African nation, it’s become the preserve of mega-rich rockstars…
The luxury watch industry is only growing around the world, and with many online publishers covering the world of horology extensively it has never been…
Willing suspension of disbelief is part of the viewer’s contract with any film. But if you like watches, you still crave authenticity when it comes…
Rolex Predictions for 2020 / 2021 including Milgauss, Daytona, Submariner, Yachtmaster & Explorer Our Dutch buddies at @Monochrome Watches have an uncanny knack for getting…
The last episodes of The Last Dance, the epic documentary series on Michael Jordan and the Chicago Bulls, have just aired. While watching, our Deputy…
It’s a new segment. It’s called Battle Royale. Someone nominates a collection, and we fight to the death for our favourite from said collection until…
The week before last, three members of the T+T team went on a national roadshow. Though, in reality, it was more of an airshow, considering…
If you’re reading this, then chances are you’ve already seen the amazing video on America’s Antiques Roadshow of a US Air Force veteran and his mint…
As one of the most important model series in the world today, the Rolex Daytona is used to living life in the spotlight. What that…
We’ve all heard of a wrist flex, but what about an invitation flex … is that a thing? Well, if it wasn’t before, it is…
Editor’s note: OK, I’m guessing that 99 per cent of people reading this are already well aware of Rolex’s eponymous Daytona … and, admittedly, it’s…
Editor’s note: For Daytona fans, everyone’s all about the Cerachrom bezels these days. And while it’s hard to deny the allure of that super-hard, slick…
Editor’s note: Steel Daytonas have always been hard watches to get your hands on, and the latest Rolex Daytona ref. 116500LN is no exception. And aside…
Geneva watch auction season is rolling around again, and one of the stars of the show is this watch, a 1989 Rolex Daytona in gold.…
Editor’s note: One of the biggest takeaways from John Mayer’s Daytona-fest that was his Talking Watches Part 2 was the fact that the dude managed…
I have been collecting for many years now and I have learned to be patient. It must be said, though, that my patience has often…
In a clip produced by Vanity Fair to coincide with the release of Ozark Season 2 on Netflix, Jason Bateman, Laura Linney and Julia Garner explain…
Cola was the hot topic leading up to Baselworld 2018 when it came to speculation about new Rolex releases. Would the Big Crown twist the…
When I had the opportunity, in Geneva this past summer, to get my hands on the 20th century’s most famous wristwatch and talk about it…
The New York Times has published a story about the upcoming auction of Paul Newman’s Daytona and revealed new facts about the whereabouts of the watch. Until…
Flash through the gallery of any broadsheets’ business section and in their latest technology success stories you’ll either see bare wrists or smartwatches — in…
When I first saw the new gold Daytonas at Basel, I didn’t quite know what to make of them. After the phenomenal success of last…
On Monday we told you about a Rolex ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona that was being auctioned by Sotheby’s Australia the following night. Well, on Wednesday we…
The ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona is one of THE legendary watches. At its most basic level it’s an exotic dialled variant of the (already iconic) Rolex…
Two thousand and sixteen will surely go down in the annals of watch-lore as the year of the Daytona. Not only did Rolex finally update…
Editor’s Note: The Daytona had to make this list. It has, hands-down, been the most hyped/discussed/desired watch of 2016 – and we caught a bit…
Though the devastatingly cool new steel Daytona is the Rolex chronograph de jour, this year the brand also released new variations of their classic chrono in white and…
The story in a second The latest and greatest steel Daytona is here, and everyone loves it. The only problem? Getting your hands on it.…
This is the one you’ve been waiting for. Steel Daytona. Cerachrom bezel. Drop the mic, cue the applause. The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Cosmograph Daytona –…
So, you’re selling your watch. Not by choice. But, you know, circumstances. Something else has caught your eye, you need to boost your home deposit,…
Unique and ultra-rare was the name of the game, with F.P. Journe, Audemars Piguet, and Rolex owned by Schumacher being sold.
With more bright colours and less brand dependence on traditionally "women's" watches, Charlotte explores what's next for mother of pearl.
All the details about the return of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre and the model's patented, high-tech movements.
Mr Enthusiast reveals inspiration behind Toledano & Chan, his new brand honouring 1970s design, materials, and quirks.
Last week, this pocket watch became the most expensive piece of Titanic memorabilia ever sold at auction.
Zach explains why, in his latest watch trade, he gave up his Rolex Explorer 1016 and Lange 1815 Up/Down for a Breguet perpetual calendar.
To Jubilee or not to Jubilee? We debate whether the Rolex GMT-Master II looks better on a Jubilee or Oyster bracelet.
Read more to find out what the Crown brought to this year's fair.
Editor’s note: Back in January, many of you joined us in our Time+Tide Discovery Studio in Melbourne to celebrate our tenth anniversary. It was a…
GP drop a sporty, monochromatic titanium take on their popular integrated luxury sports watch.
From iconic racing chronographs to modern rally tributes, these are the best watches for motorsport nerds.
Within the realm of watchmaking, size very much matters. So, we put the question to the Time+Tide Editorial Team: what is your favorite watch size?
We explain why finding smaller chronographs can be so difficult - and share some that are worth your attention.
Sponsorships aside, are there any actual watch nerds among the current F1 line-up?
Now that all the liveries have been unveiled and testing is well underway, it's time to have a look at each F1 teams' watch sponsors…
The auction results for The Rocket Man's watches are out of this world.
Tom takes a look at how the watch industry could (and is) benefitting from emerging blockchain technologies.
We've mocked up 5 Rolex watches we'd love to see enter production in 2024.
Piaget brought back the OG Polo, Grand Seiko celebrated a milestone and Breitling teamed up with Victoria Beckham this week.
We take a look at some common theories behind the design of Rolex's signature hour hand.
Ever dreamed of a titanium Daytona? Zenith have beaten Rolex to the punch with the Chronomaster Sport.
D.C. takes a bargain-basement ceramic Armani watch for a spin to see if he could actually live with a ceramic watch day-to-day.
Here's what was worn on the show, and the watches the show's stylish women would wear in 2024.
Whether it's price, rarity or something third, Adam discusses what gives a watch that holy hype status.
Watch enthusiasts and collectors could not care less about the Rolex Pearlmaster, yet many celebrities have been seen sporting various references of it...
So does Mario wear a Daytona or? Buffy explains the similarities between the two giants.
Titanium or tantalum, carbon or ceramic? Which is best for your next purchase?
The Rocket Man is celebrating his EGOT status in unusual fashion.
The best of the best from last year - with your help!
The potentially detrimental outcomes of the current trend of hailing in-house movements as the greatest thing since sliced bread.
We're barely one week into 2024 and yet another eclectic Rolex Day-Date 36 has been unveiled.
The normally very conservative brand let its proverbial hair down in 2023 with some seriously wacky (and significant) watch releases.
We look back to all the releases of 2023, and pick the very best.
It's not practical, but it sure is beautiful: here's some of the best white gold watches on the market.
2023 saw Cartier continue to showcase their mastery of shapes and mastery of watchmaking inside and out.
Are non-Rolex watches becoming more mainstream, or is it a case of comedians becoming more horologically aware?
It may seem the most boring choice, but Zach makes a case for why Rolex made the most of 2023.
With a choice of new-old-stock or new-age, these aren't just stocking-fillers.
The notion of a one-watch collection is the most prominent oxymoron within our hobby. A collection implies multiple, yet all the time, whether over coffees,…
Rounding out our holiday buying guides for the year, we go almost full out, with picks only limited by a lofty US$50,000 budget. Choosing only…
From John Player Special Daytonas to Hammer Panerai, Zach explores Important Watches results.
They've bought the name, so how can Breitling honour the Universal Genève legacy?
