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Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases epitomise understated luxury

Hands On

22.04.24

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Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic Moon Phases epitomise understated luxury

These Cliftons combine one of watchmaking's most traditional complications in a contemporary yet timeless package with a great movement beating under the hood.

Baume & Mercier take the Riviera to the next level with the new Riviera Squelette

Hands On

19.04.24

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Baume & Mercier take the Riviera to the next level with the new Riviera Squelette

Baume & Mercier elevates its Riviera to the next level of style with an openworked dial for the first time.

Baume & Mercier goes for a traditional and modern mix for Watches and Wonders

Lists

10.04.24

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Baume & Mercier goes for a traditional and modern mix for Watches and Wonders

Highlights include a skeletonised Riviera, a pair of handsome Clifton moonphases and a trio of Classima chronographs.

The Baume & Mercier Riviera Tideograph sets sail with an unusual complication

Introducing

03.03.24

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The Baume & Mercier Riviera Tideograph sets sail with an unusual complication

Writing about a watch called the Tideograph on Time+Tide? It's a no-brainer.

New releases from Blancpain, Corum, Louis Erard and more

Last Week in Watches

03.03.24

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New releases from Blancpain, Corum, Louis Erard and more

Perpetual calendars in celebration of the leap year are the order of the week.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

Lists

02.03.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

This is it. The decision has been made, the dollars have been saved, and the significant other has been convinced this is the last one (honest).…

New releases from Cartier, Hamilton, H. Moser & Cie and more

Last Week in Watches

25.02.24

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New releases from Cartier, Hamilton, H. Moser & Cie and more

Hamilton's Dune watches stole the show this week, but there was plenty of heat elsewhere too.

Baume & Mercier debut a new Soulages sequel with another stunning painting-inspired dial

Introducing

23.02.24

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Baume & Mercier debut a new Soulages sequel with another stunning painting-inspired dial

Baume & Mercier once again painstakingly bring the work of Pierre Soulages to a watch dial in this limited edition sequel.

The Baume & Mercier Riviera 33mm offers compact wrists agency in the integrated-bracelet landscape

Video

16.12.23

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The Baume & Mercier Riviera 33mm offers compact wrists agency in the integrated-bracelet landscape

The smallest Riviera that debuted in 2023 has some compelling options at the entry-level luxury integrated-bracelet end of the market.

The Riviera 39 is Baume & Mercier’s mid-size champion

Hands On

29.11.23

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The Riviera 39 is Baume & Mercier’s mid-size champion

Sized at 39mm for the first time, the most versatile Riviera sports smoked sapphire dials and titanium and steel construction.

Baume & Mercier rounds off the Riviera’s 50th anniversary with a subtle commemorative special edition

Introducing

27.11.23

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Baume & Mercier rounds off the Riviera’s 50th anniversary with a subtle commemorative special edition

This understated limited edition features subtle aesthetic tweaks that make it feel special without being dated.

The 50th anniversary of the Baume & Mercier Riviera culminates with an exclusive Time+Tide celebration

Events

21.11.23

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The 50th anniversary of the Baume & Mercier Riviera culminates with an exclusive Time+Tide celebration

Baume & Mercier collaborated with us on an exclusive event to commemorate the Riviera's 50th anniversary last week.

Our first big event in the Time+Tide Discovery Studio, celebrating the Baume & Mercier Riviera, went off without a hitch

Friday Wind Down

17.11.23

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Our first big event in the Time+Tide Discovery Studio, celebrating the Baume & Mercier Riviera, went off without a hitch

Night Surfer II, Dubai Watch Week, an event with Baume & Mercier... It's been a big week for T+T.

Buying Guides

31.10.23

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5 of the best wave dials

Sometimes owning a dive watch just isn’t enough proof that you love the ocean. Water resistance is great, but if you don’t hear the waves…

The Baume & Mercier Riviera Azur 300m is a strong dive remix of a classic shape

Hands On

29.10.23

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The Baume & Mercier Riviera Azur 300m is a strong dive remix of a classic shape

The dodecagonal Riviera shape is moulded into a brawny diver with some impressive specs.

Baume & Mercier Riviera Perpetual Calendar

Introducing

15.09.23

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Baume & Mercier Riviera Perpetual Calendar

Baume & Mercier continue to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Riviera in style, reintroducing their signature complication to their sporty integrated bracelet luxury sports…

Baume & Mercier updates the Riviera Chronograph with warm, two-tone hues

Introducing

28.07.23

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Baume & Mercier updates the Riviera Chronograph with warm, two-tone hues

Continuing their Riviera-focused Watches & Wonders 2023 form, Baume & Mercier has revealed yet another update to their sporty integrated bracelet watch. While the year’s…

Baume & Mercier’s Hampton proves it’s hip to be rectangular

Introducing

30.03.23

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Baume & Mercier’s Hampton proves it’s hip to be rectangular

Baume & Mercier is back with three new Hampton references for Watches & Wonders 2023 A multi-finished blue dial is new for the midsized Automatic…

Time+Tide’s ultimate Watches & Wonders 2023 release hub

Introducing

27.03.23

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Time+Tide’s ultimate Watches & Wonders 2023 release hub

Watches & Wonders is always a bit crazy, so we thought we’d summarise all the new releases thus far in one article. Easily navigate to…

Baume & Mercier Riviera 33mm celebrate half a century of the Riviera model

Introducing

27.03.23

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Baume & Mercier Riviera 33mm celebrate half a century of the Riviera model

For the model’s 50th anniversary, Baume & Mercier is launching three striking new dial variants for the Riviera 33mm. The flagship Riviera 33mm features a…

Celebrating 50 years: Baume & Mercier Riviera 39mm and Riviera Azur 300M

Introducing

27.03.23

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Celebrating 50 years: Baume & Mercier Riviera 39mm and Riviera Azur 300M

This year marks the 50th anniversary of Baume & Mercier’s integrated model, the Riviera. For the first time, there’s a new unisex 39mm version of…

Buying Guides

09.03.23

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8 of the best moonphase watches

Timeless and traditional, here's our guide to some of the best moonphase watches on the market.

Introducing

03.03.23

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INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT

The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT finally acknowledges travel as part of a luxury lifestyle. The latest Riviera wave dial is stunning in either silver…

Hands On

03.12.22

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HANDS-ON: Baume & Mercier take us to the moon with the Riviera Phases de Lune

The Baume and Mercier Riviera is fast becoming one of my favourite integrated sports watches. In a sea of watches that have recently jumped on…

The crazy drinking stories about Peter O’Toole that’ll make you want to buy his watches

Auctions

03.11.22

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The crazy drinking stories about Peter O’Toole that’ll make you want to buy his watches

As a boy, Peter O’Toole jotted down a promise in his notebook: “I will not be a common man. I will stir the smooth sands…

Why you should pay more attention to the Baume & Mercier Riviera

Video

16.09.22

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Why you should pay more attention to the Baume & Mercier Riviera

How does one of the older brands around stay relevant throughout the years, you may find yourself asking. Since their inception in 1830, Baume &…

The Baume & Mercier Hampton embodies Art Deco sophistication

Pop Culture

25.08.22

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The Baume & Mercier Hampton embodies Art Deco sophistication

Often you’ll hear of a watch that stands out from the crowd, does something novel or makes a splash in its category. The Baume &…

Interview

20.07.22

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INTERVIEW: Talking colour, size and accessible pricing with Baume & Mercier CEO David Chaumet

Editor’s Note: Back at Watches & Wonders, Zach had the chance to sit down with Baume & Mercier CEO David Chaumet. In recent years, the brand…

VIDEO: Exploring the Baume & Mercier novelties from Watches & Wonders

Introducing

29.04.22

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VIDEO: Exploring the Baume & Mercier novelties from Watches & Wonders

Baume & Mercier have established themselves as a go-to option for great watches at a mid-range luxury price, and their impressive lineup from Watches &…

WATCHES & WONDERS: The Baume et Mercier Classima collection delivers a range of sporty everyday warriors

Introducing

30.03.22

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WATCHES & WONDERS: The Baume et Mercier Classima collection delivers a range of sporty everyday warriors

Editor’s Note: Watches & Wonders means a bombardment of fresh releases, so we’re offering a quick overview of each brand’s new novelties – touching on…

Has Baume & Mercier dropped the most interesting dial of the year so far?

Opinion

22.02.22

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Has Baume & Mercier dropped the most interesting dial of the year so far?

Watchmaking is an art. This is part of the appeal that mechanical timepieces have for buyers around the world, persuading them to forego more accurate…

Lists

08.01.22

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VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 $5K-$10K

So you’ve spent COVID wisely, treading the path of financial caution and peeking at your savings account once in a blue moon to see it…

HANDS ON: The COSC-certified green goodness of the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10592

Watch Reviews

23.11.21

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HANDS ON: The COSC-certified green goodness of the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10592

This year’s green-dial train keeps on rolling with the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10592, the brand’s refined take on an “everyday watch”. Able to…

Baume & Mercier updates their digital sales experience with the Virtual Try-On System

News

18.11.21

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Baume & Mercier updates their digital sales experience with the Virtual Try-On System

Baume & Mercier’s modern range of Riviera sports watches are all about bringing retro design into the modern era. Whether it’s the integrated bracelet becoming…

Opinion

25.10.21

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OPINION: Why typefaces and logos can make or break a watch

When buying a watch, most people think about issues such as accuracy, water resistance or power reserve – but for me, it’s the typography that matters…

The Baume & Mercier Riviera joins the green party

Introducing

05.06.21

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The Baume & Mercier Riviera joins the green party

Recently we saw the return of the Baume & Mercier Riviera in the form of three configurations: the 42mm Baumatic, 42mm Automatic, and 36mm quartz.…

The T+T Team pick the best watches from Watches & Wonders 2021

Lists

22.04.21

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The T+T Team pick the best watches from Watches & Wonders 2021

Editor’s note: With Watches & Wonders finally in the rear-view mirror (phew!), we wanted to take a moment to reflect on the new watches that…

Let’s be transparent: Tinted and clear sapphire dials are a trend in 2021

Lists

16.04.21

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Let’s be transparent: Tinted and clear sapphire dials are a trend in 2021

Sapphire crystal, the once exclusive, high-end material replacing scratch-prone acrylic and normal glass to protect our watch dials, is now widely available,and employed in some…

Friday Wind Down

09.04.21

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: So, it turns out virtual watch fairs cause super-real exhaustion…

If you live in Melbourne like I do, you’ll agree that it’s one of the best damn places to live in the world. Unless it’s…

Introducing

07.04.21

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INTRODUCING: A strong 70s revival sees the reawakening of the Baume & Mercier Riviera

Revisiting a distinct design with roots from 1973, Baume & Mercier has reinvented their Riviera range and we caught just as it was putting its…

Hiding in plain sight – 6 sleeper hit watches you might have missed

Lists

14.03.21

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Hiding in plain sight – 6 sleeper hit watches you might have missed

You don’t always have to look to the usual suspects or pay a hefty price to get a quality watch. There is a wide spectrum…

Watches by movement: 5 watches powered with an SW200 from divers to dress

Lists

04.03.21

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Watches by movement: 5 watches powered with an SW200 from divers to dress

As far as ubiquitous movements go, the SW200 and its variants is one to make your eyes light up when you see it on a…

5 great watch gift options under $5K if you don’t know what to buy this Christmas

Lists

20.12.20

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5 great watch gift options under $5K if you don’t know what to buy this Christmas

Christmas is COMING. Yes, even in this year we are going to experience the delights of Christmas trees, the beach for the lucky Australians, and…

Back in the office? Cheer yourself up with the help of a new work watch

Watch Reviews

08.12.20

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Back in the office? Cheer yourself up with the help of a new work watch

Editor’s note: Here at Time+Tide, we not only want to cover all of the best watch releases in the articles we write but also offer…

News

04.12.20

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN (London Evening News Edition): Issue #3 of our mag is out, 2021 Club strap released, and our UK reveal draws closer…

Editor’s note: Everything at Time+Tide is filtered through the primary red and blue of the UK flag this week, as we properly break a bottle…

VIDEO: The remarkable bang for buck of the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic COSC and Day Date Moon Phase

Watch Reviews

04.12.20

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VIDEO: The remarkable bang for buck of the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic COSC and Day Date Moon Phase

As a brand, Baume & Mercier presents a lot of benefits to its consumers. They have established themselves as a luxury watch manufacturer that aims…

HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10551 is a true everyday hero

Watch Reviews

03.12.20

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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10551 is a true everyday hero

The definition of an everyday watch is one that doesn’t excel in any one particular area. It has to do everything, from jeans and hoodies,…

INTRODUCING: All white now – the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic Moon Phase lightens up

02.12.20

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INTRODUCING: All white now – the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic Moon Phase lightens up

When the time comes to add complications to your roster of wrist wear, Baume & Mercier is a great brand to turn to. Not only…

02.12.20

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INTRODUCING: All white now – the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic Moon Phase lightens up

When the time comes to add complications to your roster of wrist wear, Baume & Mercier is a great brand to turn to. Not only…

HANDS-ON: Let’s be real, the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic Day Date Moon Phase is stupendously good-looking

Watch Reviews

30.11.20

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HANDS-ON: Let’s be real, the Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Automatic Day Date Moon Phase is stupendously good-looking

Everyone loves good value. It’s always nice to walk away from a purchase with the smug feeling that you got a lot more than what…

Watches & Wonders 2021 is cancelled, so here are our affordable favourites from last year (sob)

Lists

18.11.20

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Watches & Wonders 2021 is cancelled, so here are our affordable favourites from last year (sob)

Editor’s note: The news out of Geneva overnight is that Watches & Wonders 2021 (formerly SIHH) is cancelled, unsurprisingly citing the “current health crisis and…