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The Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT has the water resistance of a diver, and functionality of a travel watch.
To Jubilee or not to Jubilee? We debate whether the Rolex GMT-Master II looks better on a Jubilee or Oyster bracelet.
The long-awaited, thinner take on the Black Bay GMT is finally here in all its Bakelite-like glory. The case slims down to an impressive 12.8mm…
While many fans expected a Coke bezel, Rolex goes with a ghosty black and grey for the new GMT-Master II. The black-on-black-on-grey combo is unlikely…
Welcoming those who crave the hyper-masculine, stern and tough, the Ball Roadmaster Marine GMT is a tough titanium watch to look into.
Tom talks about life with one of Rolex's most polarising releases in recent times.
A smaller case and bidirectional GMT bezel improve this Certina's already great value proposition.
Retro colours and a sinister depth rating make Bulova's new travel piece a real corker.
Would you choose the revival of an early quartz diver, or a simple, but capable GMT?
Longines expands their fan-favourite Master Collection further with the addition of a new GMT model, the likes of which has been absent from the range…
We take a closer look at a microbrand entry into an surprisingly sparse section of the GMT market.
With the sleek time-only Tambour being all the rage, Zach takes a look at a very different proposition.
If you have other suggestions - we're all ears.
D.C. falls in love with a microbrand beauty.
In their efforts to provide the most bang for your buck, Brellum outfit the Pilot GMT in a green colourway.
I might not have a private jet or drive a Ferrari, but wearing this GS for a day made me feel like I do.
Starring in Apocalypse Now, the bezelless GMT-Master is being offered by Christie's in November.
Vario's first take on a GMT watch elegantly executes the complication without compromising the Empire's distinct Art Deco aesthetic.
The Bulova Oceanographer Devil Diver gets a true GMT upgrade, courtesy of Miyota movement.
Charlie Paris shows off an evolution of the Concordia diver, powered by the Soprod C125 GMT calibre
When you’re contemplating buying a watch that is so clearly an homage to an established model, you have to be absolutely sure that you’re getting…
The relationship between timekeeping and travel is a close one. With its roots in maritime history, progressing into aviation and our ceaseless endeavour to make…
The Longines HydroConquest GMT departs from the cult-classic look for a more familiar case shape. The green and brown dial options are especially sumptuous, with…
After two years of waiting, fans of the Arken Instrumentum have finally received a followup from the microbrand. At the time, it was one of…
If you read Time+Tide, you know very well that GMTs are as popular as they have ever been. I would actually say, much more popular.…
The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver pays tribute to the legendary life of Brian Shul. The dial features an SR-71 Blackbird, which Shul flew…
No matter how exquisite the finishing, how innovative the escapement, or how beautiful the colour of the dial, unfortunately these days the worth of a…
Some of the most iconic models in the history of horology became so because they offered something unique. A new case design or a new…
The new Ball Engineer Roadmaster Pilot GMT Hulk comes with a green-on-green colour scheme, a quick-set date, and a true GMT caliber It has a…
Watches often have incredibly long names or reference numbers. As a result, collectors often look to assign nicknames to pieces to avoid having to memorise…
The Grand Seiko SBGE295 takes the Mt. Motaka dial in a verdant direction with a silvery-green finish The asymmetrical bi-colour bezel is luminous in its…
The Tudor Black Bay GMT is now available with an opaline white dial. Paired with the Snowflake hand set, it makes for a refreshing look.…
The Rolex GMT-Master II is reintroduced in yellow gold and two-tone for Watches & Wonders 2023. Brand new is a bicolour black and grey Cerachrom…
Parmigiani Fleurier follows up arguably their best 2022 release with a precious metal version in 18k rose gold The sleek GMT watch features a stunning…
Collaboration often leads to the best results, and Stella is a brand born of collaboration. With the name formed out of the founders Stephen and…
Many new releases from Seiko rely on inspiration from the brand’s rich back catalogue, and the case of the new Prospex GMT 1968 Diver’s Re-interpretation…
One of the most instantly lovable watches of 2020 was the Mido Ocean Star Decompression Timer 1961, a dive watch blazing with pastel hues that…
The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT finally acknowledges travel as part of a luxury lifestyle. The latest Riviera wave dial is stunning in either silver…
Calling Circula a microbrand feels like a bit of a disservice considering their history, but their approach to unique design and modern brand identity really…
When it comes to watch releases, 2022 was undoubtedly the year of the affordable GMT. As the world continued to flex it’s legs and travel…
Another week, another couple of impressively featured Grand Seiko releases. Today’s offerings include an until-now limited edition-only chronograph and an addition to the Elegance GMT…
The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer is their latest pilot’s watch. It features both GMT and chronograph complications. It’s a nice balance between sporty and…
Back in 2014, I wrote my first article for Time & Tide. It was a review of the Rolex GMT Master II, reference 116710BLNR which…
We all know the Bulgari Octo Finissimo series as some of the most in-demand timepieces on the market today. You’ll find them peeking out of…
RZE cemented themselves in my mind as one of the best value microbrands when they released their Valour 38 field watch for under US$300, and…
One of Ball’s slogans is “accuracy under adverse conditions”. That tells the story of what this brand is all about – watches that deliver tough…
Special edition watches can celebrate anniversaries, achievements or celebrity tie-ins, but sometimes a special edition can just exist because the watch is special. Mido’s latest…
Some say that it’s a fashion faux-pas to mix black with brown, but rules are meant to be broken. Just as steel and gold can…
The concept of evolution over revolution is more than a catchy phrase, it also shows the dedication that a company has to perfecting a concept.…
When you think of watch collaborations with the Italian navy your mind would usually travel to a brand like Panerai, or possibly even Squale. That…
You may have your own opinion about quartz watches, but Grand Seiko has certainly elevated the movement technology to a whole different level. And their…
The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Limited Edition may have been divisive, but it was an irrefutable success for the brand. The Royal…
With the world inching back towards the finish line of normality, travelling abroad has re-entered into the mix of our hectic lives. In a digital…
The Aquaracer collection has long been among TAG Heuer’s most popular. Whether by virtue of the affordable, entry-level models, the robust look or the myriad…
The watch space has arguably never been more exciting and this is largely due to the rise of independents and microbrands. To permeate through so…
The new Seiko 5 SKX Sports Style GMT takes its inspiration from the classic (and now discontinued) SKX case shape. The smooth contours and lack of hard…
Zach has just departed on a well-deserved holiday and is currently basking on a sun-lounger wearing a Hawaiian shirt loud enough to make your ears…
Caller or traveller GMT. “True” or Office. These terms have been used to describe the GMT function of a watch for a long time. But…
Prompted by Seiko’s bombshell release of the SKX Sports Style GMT – 5KX GMT for short – we sought to find other watches with GMT…
Here’s something I didn’t see coming: an entry-level automatic GMT watch from Seiko has just dropped, and it’s packing some serious GMT-Master vibes. The three…
In the last decade, more and more brands have started to embrace the use of bronze in their watches. The material, and its ability to…
EDITOR’S NOTE: Between the struggle to get hold of new pieces and the deranged prizes for pre-owned prices, it’s easy to hate on Rolex. For…
Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders is the biggest watch fair of the year, and, with nearly 40 brands presenting, there is a ton of ground…
The Longines Spirit collection was one of the most instantly successful new watch releases from a big brand in years, with not a single detail…
I’m going to be honest with you. The appeal of independent watch brands has grown in my day-to-day involvement with this hobby. The chance of…
The average person thinking of Louis Vuitton will have a lot of inspiration from which to draw their impressions. Between the $4000 handbags, $700 T-shirts,…
Too often when we discuss Rolex watches, we have to mention their availability issues. Their “unobtanium” status has rubbed up many people the wrong way…
Editor’s note: Big news today out of Australia today. The hard border closure (in place since March 2020) will be removed as of February 21!…
It’s no secret at Time+Tide that I am a bit of a GMT fiend. There is just something about that complication that gets my horological…
Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
Welcome to The Icons, a new series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into…
Limited editions have become a hot-button issue in the watch world, particularly in the past couple years and most people would agree that some of…
What would you do if you were an independent brand and created a specced out sports watch? A sports watch made with limited production and…
At the end of the day, what is a GMT really all about? The Bulgari Aluminium GMT seems to sum it up quite well when…
For many, myself included, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo has been a consistent benchmark for craftsmanship, artfulness, and bravery in watchmaking. Off the top of my…
Every once in a while, a watch just grabs me right in the feels. And oh boy, does this watch get me. I’ve been a…
The Seiko Sharp Edge GMT has been a sleeper hit of late, further blurring the lines between Seiko and Grand Seiko. Existing in the upper…
There’s very little mystery left with Grand Seiko’s design strategy, especially with their Heritage collection. Often taking direct inspiration from natural scenes that surround the…
I always find it interesting how certain releases seem to fly under the radar. We all remember that watch that grabbed our attention but barely…
When it comes down to it, a watch with a GMT complication is really just a love letter to travelling. Regardless of their original purpose…
You ever wish a watch brand does something and then it actually happens? Not some slightly related version of your wish but the actual thing.…
One of the most sought after complications by buyers is the GMT, a watch that can track two or more time zones on the wrist.…
Look… we all usually have smartphones at our disposal, but for watch collectors and enthusiasts there is something really neat about having a timepiece that…
I first encountered Norqain in the metal at the COUTURE Watch & Jewellery show in Las Vegas. I had heard of the brand prior, and…
I love a good GMT. Who doesn’t? As a guy who works for an Australian watch website, while being based in New York City, there…
Sceptical, moi? We do love Louis Vuitton as one of the world’ most prominent luxury brands. But are their watches up to scratch? Any doubt…
With hope on the horizon, and borders hopefully beginning to open, the relevance of GMT and world timer complications is bit by bit returning. Heck,…
I have a secret crush and an unrequited love for metal. Not the usual dazzle of gold or techy titanium, but another silk surfaced alloy,…
How many times have you ever turned to a buddy and said: “We should start our own watch brand”. Picture this: two childhood friends on…
Last year, Mido, one of the brands under the Swatch Group umbrella, released the Ocean Star GMT. Our very own Thor Svaboe has a great…
Imagine an amalgamation of James Dean and the Fonz pepped up with some Bryan Ferry elan and Steve McQueen swagger. Sure, that’s a formidable combination,…
Every time I encounter a new Farer, I’m looking forward to a double delight. This brand specialises in juxtaposing a very British sense of elegance…
EDITOR’S NOTE: At Time+Tide we don’t like safe queens. Instead we believe that watches are meant to be worn and enjoyed in the cut and…
It is no secret that the watch world has a huge soft spot for Snoopy. Omega has leveraged the beloved Peanuts character in various Omega…
Value, presence and durability. These three factors are pretty important in the $1500 – $2000 price segment, and with the tough 44mm Mido Ocean Star…
As you might know, I am a bit of a dial fetishist, so when faced with a new limited collection from Grand Seiko, the risk…
The last release of the Grand Seiko GMT Seasons Collection provoked extreme jealousy all around the world. The reason for this is that it was…
It’s all well and good catering to our tastes for vintage nostalgia and I admit that I’m usually wearing some form of field / pilot’s…
Within seven years of its debut in 2017, the Bulgari Octo Finissimo is already a modern-day classic, its slender and aggressively architectural shape transforming the…
