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Talk about a conversation piece. The loss and eventual return, against all odds, of a F.P Journe Centigraphe S, now worth $100,000 USD, was a…
A full tungsten carbide case and bracelet make this a surprising watch to hold, and a secret dial makes it a joy to wear.
Many independents are launching more and more new models and big box brands are not far behind with some interesting additions to their collection.
This innovative, rainbow-framed watch is a touching tribute to one of François-Paul Journe's most formative friendships.
In a space where so much history has gone before, it’s nigh impossible to create a timepiece that’s totally unique. For example, just about any…
Zach offers up three F.P. Journe Chronométre Bleu alternatives you may want to consider - especially if paying over retail isn’t your jam.
Patek Philippe’s entry into Only Watch 2019, the one-of-a-kind stainless steel Patek Philippe Grandmaster Chime ref. 6300A, has just smashed, in fact obliterated, the record…
F.P. Journe is an interesting case in the expanding landscape of independent watchmaking. For a watchmaker that produces around 900 pieces per year, the brand…
The tide seems to be shifting in the auction world towards scarcity and craftsmanship, rather than scratched-up provenance and movie-star affiliations. We could see results…
Do you want to look at pictures of sliced bread stapled to a tree? Are you intrigued by the inner monologue of shoplifters? Keen to…
I must confess I have a strong affection for J.N Shapiro watches. As a born and bred American, whenever I see US watchmaking get time…
EDITOR’S NOTE: The notion of a luxury quartz watch should never have been a contradiction in terms. Thankfully, a growing number of high-end brands have…
The Christie’s New York auction ended yesterday with their final event of the spring season representing an important touchstone for the market. The predicted top…
It’s always a good idea in marketing to talk a strong game. But after describing the forthcoming Legends of Time in Hong Kong as the…
Recently I stumbled upon an article from ScreenRant where they delve into whether or not it is safe to shower with your Apple Watch. Showering…
Last week it happened again. I was standing in line at a coffee shop and, of the seven people queuing, I was the only one…
Editor’s note: Yesterday we took at look at all of the Australian Open tennis players who actually wore their watches while competing. Today we’ll be…
The 2021 Australian Open is edging towards its climax in Melbourne after the players and their respective teams completed a mandatory two weeks of quarantine.…
I did choose to be very optimistic in my story last week about the astounding Vacheron Constantin Tour de L’Ile reaching a cool record $3…
Since its inception in 2014, the Octo Finissimo was an absolute game changer for how the watch enthusiast community perceived the Bulgari brand. Sure the…
If you haven’t heard of Aurel Bacs, that is something that needs to change. While the word influencer has been irreparably ruined by people who…
Happy (almost) Halloween everyone! To get you into the spirit a day early, we’ve got three scary thoughts for you to ponder. 1) Christmas is…
Blue dials have always been popular, and these watches stand out as being the nicest money can buy right now.
We've seen what all the big box brands had to show, but what about the indies?
Chanel's stylish J12 has gone on to get a tourbillon upgrade, and is now outfitted with a blue ceramic case and bracelet.
Looking to shop for watches in the Harbour City? Check out this guide, written by our native Sydneysider, Jamie.
The decision has been made, the dollars have been saved. Time to buy a new watch. Only issue is, where to do it in Melbourne?
Though usually associated with sports watches, this selection of titanium watches encompasses pretty much all tastes.
Three jumping displays, a shaped movement, and avant-garde design - that sounds like a Franck Muller, alright!
Charitable festivities, a bunch of new APs, Leonardo DiCaprio joins the Rolex fam and a new MoonSwatch - all in a week's worth of days!
China can't be ignored when it comes to horological significance, as these top Chinese watch brands prove with their artisanal quality.
The Le Locle brand becomes the latest watchmaker to open up shop on Melbourne's Collins Street, and they did so in statement-making fashion.
There’s an almost tangible romance to shopping in person, now you can spend a day perusing one of the world’s most charming cities — London.
Really, it was more like two and a bit days rather than a week - but there were still plenty of great watches to pick…
Wondering what the hands on your watch are called? Chances are, we'll have the answer here.
Japan is heralded as a place for amazing vintage watches and red-hot independent brands. But where does Japan's love of watches come from?
We delve into the famed certification of high-end watches, but also figure out whether the Geneva Seal actually matters.
Steve McQueen's Heuer Monaco, a fresh Daytona John Player Special, and a couple of brass Journes.
We look at the best watches using the most classic numeral design.
Quartz can be cool, and these super collectable models from Rolex to MoonSwatch prove just how cool it can be.
The grey-blue material is famous for its resilience to machining, but also its beauty.
Known for its grey-blue hue, tantalum has a cult following in watchmaking, but how much do you know about this tough metal?
Add some sunshine to your life with these yellow dial watches, as the nights start to get longer and days get shorter.
Here's a few reasons why quartz watches should not just be low-cost alternatives to their mechanical counterparts.
If interesting design now trumps mechanical innovation in watchmaking, quartz technology like TAG Heuer's Solargraph has an important edge, Biebuyck explains.
The obviously amazing and the undeservingly underrated from Christie's latest auction.
Hand-winding watches remain popular despite their old-school movement tech. Here are the ones that prove why that's the case.
Lederer has taken observatory certification to another level by checking its new watch with three separate observatories in two countries.
There are a lot of stories in watches, and these four have more to say than most, with a unique Rolex, an early F.P. Journe,…
Why are resonance watches so special, and why have only a handful of watchmakers actually made one?
The Dual Time GMT Resonance sports a fascinating, beautifully decorated movement and is Armin Strom's smallest resonance watch to date.
Whether it's on the court or off it, most tennis players worth their salt will have a watch sponsor. Some of them are quite unexpected.
Tissot x Grendizer x Time+Tide brought the new PRX UFO Robot Grendizer collaboration to Melbourne's Robot Bar.
The large, French, luxury house has taken a minority ownership stake in MB&F which turns 20 years old next year.
Spoiler alert - we're sorry to say that nobody mentioned Invicta.
With a captivating dial construction, the Ming 20.01 Series 3 shows what the Ming Special Projects Cave can do in the dark.
We have some fun with our fantasy Holy Trinity brands, with the whole team chiming in with who they would pick.
There's much more to watch materials than just steel and gold. Here, we break down some of the most common materials used in watchmaking.
The allure of gold will never wane, and these are the watches making the most of it.
Being the cradle of watchmaking, France is bound to have some good watchmakers - and it does.
What is lug-to-lug, and why does it matter? Zach explores the idea, and gives some examples.
We've seen tourbillons and minute repeaters aplenty - these watches sport some truly unique mechanical oddities.
Here at Time+Tide, we are very fond of lume, so here is a list of some of the best full lume dial watches on the…
Tourbillons are associated with hefty price tags, but our list includes surprisingly affordable watches along with expectedly pricey ones.
The prancing horse has graced some of the greatest sports cars of all time, and it can be found on a number of great watches…
Some of the best independent watchmakers out there are family business, but these are true examples of the skill running in the family.
Rainbow watches are usually associated with high price tags and coloured gems, but our ten of the best start at just $160.
We love to engage with our readers, and when we asked "what's the worst advice you've heard about watch collecting?" you had a lot to…
Retro oddballs or haute horlogerie stunners, there's always a time and place for quartz movements, and these are some of the most expensive.
Imagine you're back in high school and the bell rings for lunch. Which 'table' of watch collectors do you sit with? Our community got creative…
Unique and ultra-rare was the name of the game, with F.P. Journe, Audemars Piguet, and Rolex owned by Schumacher being sold.
Small indies achieved spectacular results at the Only Watch charity auction this year, with Furlan Marri a particular standout.
If you're tired of constantly reading about the same five brands, have a break and enjoy some independent craftsmanship.
A mistranslated misnomer, or proof of language evolving? Buffy talks horology, and what that really means.
The biannual charity sale always brings a lot of heat in terms of one-off special edition models - here are our favourites.
Wondering what T+T's most Cartier-obsessed member picks as his best releases of the fair?
Watch collecting is an expensive hobby: these are the ten brands which have the highest average retail prices according to Morgan Stanley's latest report.
A watch that can tell you the time, day of the week, date and month is a particularly handy thing indeed. Here's a few of…
Shining a light onto the process that Bovet VIPs go through from a brand that makes its own hairsprings.
From John Player Special Daytonas to Hammer Panerai, Zach explores Important Watches results.
We turn to the Internet, the source of all truths, to dig up the dirt on watch collecting.
Watch collectors love the hunt for their next watch, and auctions are a great place to find the next dream reference you desire. Sure, it…
There are those rare times when the watch industry seemingly comes together to do something great, causing even the most devoted online trolls to retreat…
This week was a bit calmer in regard to new novelties, but a big headline within the watch world was the news that Swatch are…
Only Watch is probably my favourite endeavour within the watch industry. It is the ultimate horological win-win-win scenario. First and foremost, the charity auction raises…
Building a fantasy watch collection is a fun game many watch collectors play. With so many watches to choose from, and so many collector-personalities to…
While the field of watch enthusiasts, collectors, and buyers is rapidly growing, the number of watchmakers is unfortunately not. Most young children continue to aspire…
Sotheby’s hosted their live Important Watches sale on June 9 and their Fine Watches sale ended on June 15 Two Paul Newman-owned Daytona watches headlined…
J.N. Shapiro introduces the first handmade mechanical watch “Made in America” since 1969 The Resurgence is a love letter to handmade watchmaking, offering a layered…
To call anything ‘important’ is a matter of subjectivity, especially when you’re talking about luxury watches. That said, anyone who takes a look through the…
With Zach’s regularly scheduled programming interrupted by a Japan trip with Grand Seiko, I thought I’d wind you down for this week. With releases still…
If you spend any considerable time on watch-related internet sites and Instagram, you would’ve seen people obsessively trying to categorise watch brands. Whether that be…
Recently, Robb Report listed the 20 most expensive watches sold at auction in 2022. Overall, there was more than $600 million in sales between the…
When I think of digital watches, my mind immediately goes to a display carousel stocked with black plastic quartz watches priced at $9.99 at a…
There are not many movement manufacturers nor watch brands that can lay claim to a staggering 9 GPHG awards, though Agenhor is one of them.…
The auctions at Ineichen never disappoint and, on December 3, that track record continues. Because on that day, at 2pm CET, bidding will begin for…
You know what sounds nice? Mindfulness. You know — being in the moment. Noting your breath, checking in on the breeze, and focusing on the…
EDITOR’S NOTE: Right now, I’m in the UK where the country is battling a cost-of-living crisis. Energy costs have soared, while The Economist reports that…
You’ve saved up for two years to get the watch you always wanted. There was even a month there where you were living off saltines…