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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…

Buyer beware! Vintage quartz and electric watches may be impossible to repair

Watch Education

24.03.24

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Buyer beware! Vintage quartz and electric watches may be impossible to repair

These days vintage quartz and electric waches can be found for a steal! But, buyer beware, they can be a costly pain in the neck…

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.

Tacos and timepieces with Mitch Greenblatt, and the most leftfield vintage watch collection you’ve ever seen

Interview

13.03.24

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Tacos and timepieces with Mitch Greenblatt, and the most leftfield vintage watch collection you’ve ever seen

With hundreds of watches in the collection, you're not likely to find any Tiffany-tinged, sports watch hype in Mitch Greenblatt's collection.

Is the future of neo-vintage collecting luxury quartz?

Opinion

26.02.24

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Is the future of neo-vintage collecting luxury quartz?

D.C. speculates on the craze that'll follow integrated bracelets and Tiffany blue dials.

With vintage looks, an in-house micro-rotor movement & tool watch capability, the Yema Superman Slim CMM.20 has a lot to offer

Hands On

19.02.24

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With vintage looks, an in-house micro-rotor movement & tool watch capability, the Yema Superman Slim CMM.20 has a lot to offer

The value proposition of this already pretty compelling French dive watch has just reached new heights (or depths?)

Vacheron Constantin’s new Les Collectionneurs programme curates vintage VC models

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12.01.24

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Vacheron Constantin’s new Les Collectionneurs programme curates vintage VC models

Hunting for a vintage Vacheron? Here are three models curated by the Holy Trinity brand.

The Omega F300 is a high-tech, underappreciated vintage beauty

In-Depth

06.01.24

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The Omega F300 is a high-tech, underappreciated vintage beauty

Adam dives into the history and particularities of a oft-overlooked vintage Omega.

This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you

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29.10.23

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This rare vintage Rolex Sky-Rocket has a valuation that may surprise you

Vintage Rolex and Antiques Roadshow - name a better love story than that.

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.

A collector’s first foray into vintage, and why you should consider it too

Opinion

25.10.23

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A collector’s first foray into vintage, and why you should consider it too

My watch collecting journey started when I was very young. Something inexplicable attracted me to these collectible wrist companions, and I can safely say I’ve…

The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow brings modern noir to a vintage design

Hands On

26.09.23

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The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow brings modern noir to a vintage design

The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow is the first of the collection to undergo a more modern makeover in microblasted titanium.

The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking “Paul Newman” Orange hits vintage notes for under US$500

Introducing

27.07.23

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The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking “Paul Newman” Orange hits vintage notes for under US$500

The Nivada Grenchen Chronoking is a meca-quartz chronograph that uses quartz for the time and a mechanical module for the chronograph This Chronoking “Paul Newman”…

Vintage Hamilton watches get eye-catching cameos in Oppenheimer

Pop Culture

20.07.23

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Vintage Hamilton watches get eye-catching cameos in Oppenheimer

Now that the thrilling and heart-wrenching Oppenheimer has hit theatres, watch fanatics will surely be clamouring to find out what’s on the wrists of the…

Phoebe Waller-Bridge wears vintage Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas during BBC “Unpopular Opinions” segment

Pop Culture

05.07.23

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Phoebe Waller-Bridge wears vintage Bulgari Serpenti Tubogas during BBC “Unpopular Opinions” segment

Phoebe Waller-Bridge is a powerhouse comedic talent. The writer and actor masterminded the critically acclaimed television series Fleabag, produced and wrote the hit series Killing…

Vintage-inspired pieces from Furlan Marri are the latest newcomers to the Time+Tide Shop

In The Shop

03.07.23

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Vintage-inspired pieces from Furlan Marri are the latest newcomers to the Time+Tide Shop

Throughout the last few weeks, we’ve brought you funky, affordable, sporty, vintage-inspired and some cult classics to the Time+Tide Shop. However, as a hub of…

Micro Mondays

12.06.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Vario 1945 D12 Field Watch delivers vintage vibes for a bargain price

Vario are one of the most beloved microbrands, and despite the fact that they may not receive as much hype as others, they still hold…

The Horage Lensman 2 doubles down on the vintage camera inspiration

Video

07.06.23

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The Horage Lensman 2 doubles down on the vintage camera inspiration

Despite the obvious links to a passion for photography, it seems as though the chief mission for Horage is to redefine the meaning of ‘tool…

The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style

Introducing

30.05.23

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The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style

Depancel and Jürgen Clauss have reunited for a second limited edition. The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph captures the racing spirit and blazing blues of the…

Hands On

05.05.23

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HANDS ON: The Yema Urban Field combines a premium feel with vintage vibes

Although the French brand Yema have never stopped producing watches since their inception in 1948, their lapse into relative obscurity during the ‘80s-‘00s has to…

The Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze Brown is another vintage-inspired hit for a price that’s too good to be true

Introducing

26.04.23

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The Baltic Aquascaphe Bronze Brown is another vintage-inspired hit for a price that’s too good to be true

Back in 3500 BC, in what I can only imagine was a dusty cave, a gentleman with a big forehead and a loincloth built a…

Opinion

17.04.23

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The Audemars Piguet Skeleton BA4266P002 is an intriguing vintage piece that demonstrates the brand’s history and craftmanship

Humans are strange creatures. We flock to what’s “hot” and turn our noses up at what’s “not” in order to feel a part of something.…

Micro Mondays

10.04.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: Fleux Watches revives the 1960s with two vintage-throwback divers for less than $500 each

There’s no shortage of vintage-inspired divers in the independent and microbrand market. While many brands have got this formula wrong and wheeled out bland homages,…

The Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech returns with a modern take on vintage style

Introducing

27.03.23

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The Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech returns with a modern take on vintage style

The Panerai Radiomir Quaranta Goldtech marks a return for the 40mm Radiomir case. The use of Goldtech and a white dial offers a modern and…

THE UNSUNG: Unearthing bargain treasures in vintage stopwatches

Watch Education

17.02.23

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THE UNSUNG: Unearthing bargain treasures in vintage stopwatches

We don’t talk about vintage a lot at Time + Tide, unless it’s a Very Big Deal, such as a record-breaking auction result. But what…

Bargain alert: How you could snag 4 vintage Seikos for $44

Lists

05.02.23

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Bargain alert: How you could snag 4 vintage Seikos for $44

In the internet age it’s become almost impossible to find a real bargain. People who don’t know what they have, can easily find out an…

Micro Mondays

30.01.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Baltic Aquascaphe Classic is a modern diver that oozes vintage style for a startlingly good price

It’s probably fair to say that Baltic owe their current status as an overachieving microbrand to the release of the Aquascaphe in 2018. Blending different…

JLC launches new program “The Collectibles” where clients can buy certified and restored vintage pieces

News

25.01.23

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JLC launches new program “The Collectibles” where clients can buy certified and restored vintage pieces

“The Collectibles” program offers a curated collection of historic JLC models. The program is ongoing, starting off with an initial capsule collection of 12 timepieces. Each watch is…

The Immortals

22.12.22

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The Immortals – How the Tudor Black Bay struck gold as a modern tool watch with real vintage heritage

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…

Vintage video game watches offer real wrist game

Pop Culture

17.12.22

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Vintage video game watches offer real wrist game

Members of Generation X can truly say they were there for some seismic cultural shifts. Although some relics should definitely remain encased in the nostalgic…

Go modern vintage with the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3/6/9

Introducing

08.12.22

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Go modern vintage with the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3/6/9

There is a strong allure to the simple time-only watch. Without all the complications to distract us, these watches instead rely heavily on their design.…

The new Polo Vintage 67 offers a timeless aesthetic and 90 hours of power reserve for under $3K (Live Pics)

Introducing

28.10.22

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The new Polo Vintage 67 offers a timeless aesthetic and 90 hours of power reserve for under $3K (Live Pics)

Fashion brands wading into the world of watchmaking generally elicit scoffs from watch connoisseurs. But there are “fashion watches” and then there are quality watches…

Tissot’s new Telemeter 1938 brings vintage style to a thoroughly modern chronograph

Hands On

16.10.22

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Tissot’s new Telemeter 1938 brings vintage style to a thoroughly modern chronograph

Swiss watchmaker Tissot has been the name on everyone’s lips recently since the release of their category-disrupting integrated bracelet juggernaut, the ’70s-tastic PRX. But the…

Introducing

16.10.22

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INTRODUCING: The new Longines Record Heritage reaffirms the brand’s strength in modern meets vintage

The vintage reissue or heritage trend has been in full force for years now. But one of the first brands to really zero in on…

Three ways that heritage reissues can differ from real vintage watches

Watch Education

14.10.22

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Three ways that heritage reissues can differ from real vintage watches

At this rate it seems like we’ll end up with more vintage reissues in the world than actual vintage watches, if that’s not already the…

Video

01.10.22

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VIDEO: The Bulova Classic HACK Military delivers vintage field watch goodness in a compact case

The Bulova HACK was first shown earlier this year, honouring the Bulova watches that were issued to American troops in WWII with their simplistic black…

5 vintage watches that are so uncool, they’re actually amazing

Lists

25.09.22

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5 vintage watches that are so uncool, they’re actually amazing

Watch collectors can be a conservative lot. It seems many of us stick to the classics: Subs, Speedys, Tanks, and other well-established models account for…

My top five picks from the Ineichen Vintage Wristwatch auction

Auctions

22.09.22

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My top five picks from the Ineichen Vintage Wristwatch auction

Running until October 1, the Ineichen Auctioneers Vintage watch auction consists of 72 lots of old-school goodness. It features everything from Patek Philippe to Audemars…

“I don’t like cricket – I love it!” Why the new Vulcain Cricket is one of the best vintage re-issues to date

Hands On

15.09.22

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“I don’t like cricket – I love it!” Why the new Vulcain Cricket is one of the best vintage re-issues to date

As the first mechanical alarm wristwatch and a watch that graced the wrists of presidents since 1953 – the Vulcain Cricket was always a great…

Winning Formula: 5 of the coolest vintage watches in Formula 1

Lists

15.09.22

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Winning Formula: 5 of the coolest vintage watches in Formula 1

The 2022 Formula 1 season is back after the summer break, and we here at Time + Tide couldn’t be more stoked. This is a…

The hunt for unsung vintage treasure: Neil Armstrong’s watch, but not the one you think

Pop Culture

29.08.22

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The hunt for unsung vintage treasure: Neil Armstrong’s watch, but not the one you think

One of my favourite things about watch collecting is the hunt for unsung, under-appreciated vintage treasures. Nothing gives me a charge like stumbling upon an…

Introducing

16.08.22

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INTRODUCING: The Bulova American Girl “K” shows why more brands should look to their women’s range for vintage reissues

Every brand with even the most remote link to a vintage catalogue has jumped on the opportunity to reissue their old watches, but there has…

Video

11.08.22

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VIDEO: The upgraded Hanhart 417ES 1954 delivers oodles of vintage charm

With an abundance of vintage charm and period-correct proportions, the new Hanhart 417ES 1954 is a faithful reintroduction of the mid-century original. Whether you look…

The biggest mistakes you can make when buying vintage Rolex (and how to avoid them)

Watch Education

07.08.22

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The biggest mistakes you can make when buying vintage Rolex (and how to avoid them)

EDITOR’S NOTE: Jeff Hess is one of the world authorities on Rolex. As CEO of Duber Time and owner of Old Northeast Jewellers and Hess Fine Auctions,…

2 UP: Andrew and Borna battle it out in field and vintage categories

2 Up

17.07.22

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2 UP: Andrew and Borna battle it out in field and vintage categories

In this brand new format, two participants choose two watches from their own collection to be placed in two categories. With two minutes on the…

Mo Salah serves watchless, vintage vibes – so we fixed that for him

Fits and Ticks

16.07.22

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Mo Salah serves watchless, vintage vibes – so we fixed that for him

Mo Salah, the prince of Cairo and Liverpool stepped out of his football boots, slipping into something more comfortable for his photoshoot with GQ. Combining…

The Rado Captain Cook Over-Pole is the way to do a vintage reissue

Watch Reviews

14.07.22

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The Rado Captain Cook Over-Pole is the way to do a vintage reissue

Brands have always taken plentiful inspiration from their back catalogue – just look at some of the biggest recent releases. There are two ways to…

Introducing

15.06.22

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INTRODUCING: Furlan Marri take vintage contemporary value to a whole new level with the Black Sector Mechanical 2116-A

It is quite fitting Furlan Marri decided to name their collections “stories”. Andrea Furlan and Hamad Al Marri knew from the outset they had many…

Micro Mondays

06.06.22

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MICRO MONDAYS: The York & Front Burrard combines military vintage with contemporary style

Eschewing the influence of diving or sports, the pure military inspiration behind the new York & Front Burrard is pretty close to being the perfect…

EDITOR’S PICK: I did not want to like the vintage Rolex Pepsi GMT-Master ref. 1675. It had other plans.

Watch Reviews

21.05.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: I did not want to like the vintage Rolex Pepsi GMT-Master ref. 1675. It had other plans.

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 PICK: 6 of the best vintage watch ads, according to @adpatina

Pop Culture

17.05.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: 6 of the best vintage watch ads, according to @adpatina

Editor’s note: One of the more interesting Instagram accounts I’ve followed is @adpatina, dedicated to sourcing (and selling) vintage watch ads. Clearly, I am not…

Cartier fanatics rejoice! Loupe This is auctioning a treasure trove of vintage rarities this week

Auctions

27.04.22

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Cartier fanatics rejoice! Loupe This is auctioning a treasure trove of vintage rarities this week

It’s easy to understand the dangerous appeal of online auction platform, Loupe This. For a start, it’s co-owned by internationally renowned watch dealer / super-collector, Eric…

The LeJour Seacolt Diver is a modern dive watch with vintage swagger

Watch Reviews

25.03.22

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The LeJour Seacolt Diver is a modern dive watch with vintage swagger

Although the name LeJour conjures up the idea of something fleeting and trendy, that portrayal of the brand couldn’t be further from the truth. The…

The vintage Seiko offering crazy accuracy that’s still flying under the radar

Watch Education

21.03.22

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The vintage Seiko offering crazy accuracy that’s still flying under the radar

Whilst many will argue as to what exactly constitutes a vintage watch, more and more collectors are looking to include quartz, from analogue to classic…

IN-DEPTH: The LeJour Coral Diver – vintage notes with unique twists at an attainable cost

Watch Reviews

26.02.22

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IN-DEPTH: The LeJour Coral Diver – vintage notes with unique twists at an attainable cost

If you thought that a resurrected brand famed for its 1970s chronographs would be pigeonholed with its releases, think again. LeJour in 2022 is a…

Why I bought a vintage Seiko pocket watch

Watch Reviews

08.02.22

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Why I bought a vintage Seiko pocket watch

This 1974 Seiko pocket watch ref 6602-9010, stands apart from all my other timepieces. Today the convenience of a hands-free wristwatch has seen pocket watches mostly…

Who To Follow

07.01.22

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WHO TO FOLLOW: Get your vintage vibes from @thefemalewatchcollector

There is a reason why the collective love for vintage continues to grow in the watch community. The styles and designs of the past heavily…

EDITOR’S PICK: Why I’ll always be a vintage watch guy

Opinion

03.11.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Why I’ll always be a vintage watch guy

Editor’s note: Nostalgia is the driving inspiration for a vast number of modern watches. Every year, brands deliver ever more vintage reissues that combine throwback aesthetics…

Micro Mondays

25.10.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: Typsim Watches go all in on vintage with the 200M & 200M-C

How do you make enough noise in the large microbrand watch scene to be noticed? Do you ride a wave, presenting a design collectors have…

Is the new Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope Collection a successful marriage of vintage and modern design?

Introducing

24.09.21

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Is the new Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope Collection a successful marriage of vintage and modern design?

Classics are classics for a reason: they present a timeless appeal that many collectors enjoy. This appeal can come from the overall design of the…

Opinion

18.09.21

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OPINION: Why I just can’t do vintage watches

I remember my plane ride back from Baselworld 2019. I was still coming off the high of my first show and all the beautiful new…

Micro Mondays

26.08.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: Go green with the About Vintage x Kristian Haagen 1970 GMT

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…

Fed up with vintage? The best modern antidotes for under $10K from Zenith to Hublot

Lists

13.08.21

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Fed up with vintage? The best modern antidotes for under $10K from Zenith to Hublot

I have asked this question before, and I’m still asking it while wearing a creamy-lumed, vintage-looking diver’s watch. When do we reach peak vintage, and…

Tracksmith x Wind Vintage collection of vintage stopwatches sells out in two days flat

News

11.08.21

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Tracksmith x Wind Vintage collection of vintage stopwatches sells out in two days flat

Horological interest these days predominantly circles around wristwatches. But there are plenty of other fascinating timekeeping objects to explore. In the after-glow of the Tokyo…

HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection offers vintage perfection on a 38mm dial

Watch Reviews

31.07.21

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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection offers vintage perfection on a 38mm dial

Zenith have a track record for having their fingers on the pulse of the watch world. In the ‘60s, they spent nearly the entire decade…

The Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle in The Sky offers vintage delights with an animated twist

Introducing

18.07.21

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The Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle in The Sky offers vintage delights with an animated twist

Studio Ghibli is a Japanese national treasure in the world of anime with a vast output of traditional animated films. Each one is a very…

Downsizing to 36mm opens up a world of value: How to find a vintage Submariner for under $5000USD

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17.07.21

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Downsizing to 36mm opens up a world of value: How to find a vintage Submariner for under $5000USD

The surge in popularity of Tudor seems unstoppable. The realisation that Small is the New Big has made the Black Bay 58 a real favourite…

Micro Mondays

05.07.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: The HVD SpectreDiver is a cracking vintage diver for under $400

I do love a good 38-40mm vintage-infused diver’s watch and, while some have come and gone from my box, they always tickle my fancy. But…

The Seiko Presage Style 60s SRPG05J1 and SRPG09J1 mix crazy value with vintage panache

News

04.07.21

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The Seiko Presage Style 60s SRPG05J1 and SRPG09J1 mix crazy value with vintage panache

On paper, the new Seiko Presage Style 60s collection is purportedly based on the Japanese brand’s first 1964 chronograph. But after setting this scene, Seiko…

Friday Wind Down

18.06.21

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The vintage Cartier craze and how to wear your watch (very) stylishly

Is Cartier having a moment, or is the momentum here to stay? I recently had the chance to speak with a few Cartier collectors and…

Is the vintage Cartier boom here to stay?

Opinion

15.06.21

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Is the vintage Cartier boom here to stay?

We’ve grown used to seeing jaw-dropping auction results for two brands: Rolex and Patek Philippe. But recently, the prices of one French-founded jewellery and watchmaking…

Fancy a vintage Daytona or Calatrava? This watchmaker is selling his magnificent collection…

Auctions

13.06.21

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Fancy a vintage Daytona or Calatrava? This watchmaker is selling his magnificent collection…

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…

Antiques Roadshow guest tears up after discovering value of dad’s vintage Rolex “Red” Submariner

Pop Culture

17.05.21

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Antiques Roadshow guest tears up after discovering value of dad’s vintage Rolex “Red” Submariner

For anyone who collects vintage watches, Antiques Roadshow is like whale song, or the sound of rain on a tin roof – ASMR for those…

Micro Mondays

10.05.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Charlie Paris Concordia Automatic offers vintage style tested in Antarctic blizzards

Last week, you might have spotted the evocative Charlie Paris logo depicting a stork in flight during our story on the new French Wave of…

Why the Vulcain Cricket is the real President’s watch and offers killer value for vintage hunters

Opinion

02.05.21

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Why the Vulcain Cricket is the real President’s watch and offers killer value for vintage hunters

Editor’s note: Whether it’s Bill Clinton’s Timex or Barack Obama’s Jorg Grey, the watch of the US President always gets scrutinised in detail. But as…

Micro Mondays

26.04.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: The York & Front Burrard is an elegant take on military vintage

Eschewing the pretence of diving or sports, the pure military inspiration behind the new York & Front Burrard is pretty close to being the perfect…

Vintage Mido owned by Bugatti founder sells for $420,000 at auction

Auctions

20.04.21

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Vintage Mido owned by Bugatti founder sells for $420,000 at auction

When Mido makes headlines for an auction result, you know it must be a special watch, and over the weekend a very special watch was…

The launch of Zenith Icons is a thrilling prospect for vintage fans

News

19.04.21

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The launch of Zenith Icons is a thrilling prospect for vintage fans

I’ve always had a soft spot for vintage Zenith ever since buying a 1950s dress watch from a woman in Rome. Nervous that I was…

Longines are quietly having another cracking year, spanning divers, pilots and vintage

News

16.04.21

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Longines are quietly having another cracking year, spanning divers, pilots and vintage

There has been a huge amount of attention paid to Longines’ new Spirit Collection since it was launched. And rightly so. It offers a contemporary…

Micro Mondays

12.04.21

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Vero Open Water is an elegant tool that offers a welcome break from vintage

Cool, icy cool. That’s what we have here, in a watch that brings to mind the German form over function we know from Sinn. With…

Introducing

07.04.21

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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300 delivers a strong new vintage-inspired collection

The Aquaracer is many people’s first Good Watch and has become a well-loved collection from TAG Heuer. The new TAG Heuer Aquaracer 300 collection presents…

Why servicing a vintage Rolex will only get harder and more expensive

Opinion

17.03.21

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Why servicing a vintage Rolex will only get harder and more expensive

You’ll have heard this about vintage watches before: tread carefully when you have these pieces serviced and who you allow to work on them. With…

George Bamford launches GB Talks podcast to discuss the sleepers of the vintage watch world

Interview

15.02.21

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George Bamford launches GB Talks podcast to discuss the sleepers of the vintage watch world

George Bamford is about as passionate and enthusiastic a member of the watch community as you’ll ever find. His boisterous energy is infectious whether he’s…

5 vintage finds you can pick up on eBay right now

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14.01.21

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5 vintage finds you can pick up on eBay right now

If you’re a regular reader of Time+Tide, you’re likely to sit somewhere on the scale of watch addiction. From unrelenting curiosity to full-blown collecting mania,…

Celebrating Seiko’s NH35 movement – the unsung hero used by top microbrands in everything from indestructible divers to vintage stunners

Lists

12.01.21

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Celebrating Seiko’s NH35 movement – the unsung hero used by top microbrands in everything from indestructible divers to vintage stunners

Is Seiko’s NH35 movement ubiquitous due to its brilliance or sheer availability? This hand-wound, hacking movement is today widely used on the microbrand scene and…

RECOMMENDED READING: Don’t buy a vintage watch without reading this article first!

Watch Education

08.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. In this series…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 1 – Johnny Dowell aka King Nerd and his Bamford G-Shock, vintage Omega and more

Pop Culture

01.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 1 – Johnny Dowell aka King Nerd and his Bamford G-Shock, vintage Omega and more

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. Based in…

Hanhart just quietly released the 417ES, a Pilot’s watch famously worn by McQueen, and it’s a sleeper vintage monster

Watch Reviews

08.11.20

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Hanhart just quietly released the 417ES, a Pilot’s watch famously worn by McQueen, and it’s a sleeper vintage monster

Does this seem familiar? Yes, the popular bronze Hanhart chronograph recently released by some good friends of ours, seen on a Time+Tide editorial wrist here…

We’re calling it: these are the best two vintage Carrera re-issues since the real thing. But which one is your favourite? And are you going to pull the trigger?

Watch Reviews

06.11.20

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We’re calling it: these are the best two vintage Carrera re-issues since the real thing. But which one is your favourite? And are you going to pull the trigger?

We’ve all likely seen these two glorious new Carrera references by now, but there are two hot questions remaining. Do you like either or both…

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 3 – Wilsdorf Watches

Pop Culture

30.10.20

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Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 3 – Wilsdorf Watches

In this final instalment of the Rockstars Rocking Vintage trilogy, we see two famous musicians go the way of Wilsdorf. He founded both Tudor and…

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 2 – Paul Newman Daytonas only

Pop Culture

29.10.20

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Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 2 – Paul Newman Daytonas only

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…

Found a Patek or a Daytona at a suspiciously low price? It could be stolen stock from Amsterdam Vintage Watches. Check the serial numbers here…

News

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

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JLC launches new program “The Collectibles” where clients can buy certified and restored vintage pieces

The Immortals – How the Tudor Black Bay struck gold as a modern tool watch with real vintage heritage

Vintage video game watches offer real wrist game

Go modern vintage with the Nivada Grenchen Super Antarctic 3/6/9

The new Polo Vintage 67 offers a timeless aesthetic and 90 hours of power reserve for under $3K (Live Pics)

Tissot’s new Telemeter 1938 brings vintage style to a thoroughly modern chronograph

INTRODUCING: The new Longines Record Heritage reaffirms the brand’s strength in modern meets vintage

Three ways that heritage reissues can differ from real vintage watches

VIDEO: The Bulova Classic HACK Military delivers vintage field watch goodness in a compact case

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The LeJour Seacolt Diver is a modern dive watch with vintage swagger

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MICRO MONDAYS: Go green with the About Vintage x Kristian Haagen 1970 GMT

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Tracksmith x Wind Vintage collection of vintage stopwatches sells out in two days flat

HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection offers vintage perfection on a 38mm dial

The Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle in The Sky offers vintage delights with an animated twist

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MICRO MONDAYS: The HVD SpectreDiver is a cracking vintage diver for under $400

The Seiko Presage Style 60s SRPG05J1 and SRPG09J1 mix crazy value with vintage panache

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Antiques Roadshow guest tears up after discovering value of dad’s vintage Rolex “Red” Submariner

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Why the Vulcain Cricket is the real President’s watch and offers killer value for vintage hunters

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Vintage Mido owned by Bugatti founder sells for $420,000 at auction

The launch of Zenith Icons is a thrilling prospect for vintage fans

Longines are quietly having another cracking year, spanning divers, pilots and vintage