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EDITOR’S PICK: Great value complications – the Clifton Baumatic Day-Date Moon-Phase
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EDITOR’S PICK: Great value complications – the Clifton Baumatic Day-Date Moon-Phase

Editor’s note: With watch collecting skewing towards sports models, there is definitely room for more classic and complicated watches in our collections. Now I know…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The best watches of Scandinavia, exhibitions in New York and a new collection for the skies
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The best watches of Scandinavia, exhibitions in New York and a new collection for the skies

Time+Tide has always been proudly Australian-based, and, whenever required, Aussie-centric. If you didn’t know this before earlier this year, you would have learned it then.…
After years of middling it, Baume & Mercier novelties are peaking, and people should be reconsidering
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After years of middling it, Baume & Mercier novelties are peaking, and people should be reconsidering

Baume & Mercier’s collection of timepieces has been on a discernible upward trajectory for some time now – after years lost in the woods with…
INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Day-Date and Moon-Phase Automatic in steel ­– the sleeper hit of W&W 2020
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INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Day-Date and Moon-Phase Automatic in steel ­– the sleeper hit of W&W 2020

In the end, watch fairs can sometimes be remembered for the sleeper hits. Sure, ‘fairs’ aren’t currently really a thing, but the global chaos didn’t…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Our four favourite stories of the week, feat. Dusty, Magnets and Mil-specs
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Our four favourite stories of the week, feat. Dusty, Magnets and Mil-specs

The Friday Wind Down was always intended to be some light relief to deliver to the inbox in that window between finishing up for the…
A powerful demonstration of why magnetism matters, with the Baume & Mercier Baumatic
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A powerful demonstration of why magnetism matters, with the Baume & Mercier Baumatic

Daniel Braillard, the COO of Baume & Mercier, is itching to show me something. The pleasantries ahead of the interview are going on, but he…
What Sealed The Deal – James’s Baume & Mercier Capeland Chronograph
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What Sealed The Deal – James’s Baume & Mercier Capeland Chronograph

Well, this is a bit different to a normal What Sealed The Deal … seeing as this Baume & Mercier Capeland Chronograph is actually my watch.…
VIDEO: Why the white dial Clifton Baumatic is classic cool
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VIDEO: Why the white dial Clifton Baumatic is classic cool

Sometimes, it pays to be conservative. It isn’t advice that should be regularly advocated; however, when it comes to what you wear on your wrist,…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10436 White Dial
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10436 White Dial

2019 is the year of the blue dial. Doesn’t matter if it’s a steel sports watch, solid gold dress watch or a one-off pièce unique…
When classicism meets contemporary: The Baume & Mercier Classima
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When classicism meets contemporary: The Baume & Mercier Classima

Here’s a question for you: how do you modernise something as traditional as a time-only dress watch? Do you utilise new-age materials? Or maybe blow-out…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10467
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic 10467

When you’re buying a new car, there’s usually some key criteria that dictate whether or not said automobile will make the cut. You know the…
VIDEO: Is this Baume & Mercier the best dress watch you can buy for under $5K?
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VIDEO: Is this Baume & Mercier the best dress watch you can buy for under $5K?

Anyone looking for a capable and exceedingly handsome dress watch on a relatively low budget needs to sit up and pay attention now, because this…
Another look at the Baume & Mercier Baumatic – one of the best everyday dress watches at its price point
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Another look at the Baume & Mercier Baumatic – one of the best everyday dress watches at its price point

Editor’s note: Razor-sharp details, timeless style and a solid new movement make the Baume & Mercier Baumatic an excellent option for an everyday dress watch…
Dress blues – Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic with a gorgeous gradient blue dial
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Dress blues – Baume & Mercier’s Clifton Baumatic with a gorgeous gradient blue dial

Editor’s note: Baume & Mercier’s flagship dress watch, the Clifton Baumatic, got a deep blue makeover earlier this year, which, combined with the classic styling…
Smart money – 6 expert takes on the best value watches to buy
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Smart money – 6 expert takes on the best value watches to buy

Editor’s note: Midway through last year, Justin did an excellent wrap of ‘value’ pieces, asking a range of industry leaders for their (very subjective) takes…
LIST: Andrew’s top 3 picks under $10k from SIHH 2019
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LIST: Andrew’s top 3 picks under $10k from SIHH 2019

To atone for our tardy 2018 Top 10 lists, and to prove we haven’t just spent a week in Geneva looking backwards, we’re moving quickly…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Cadran Bleu
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic Cadran Bleu

Baume & Mercier’s foray into the world of in-house movements resulted in one of the biggest value propositions of 2018, the Clifton Baumatic. Well, this…
LIST: 7 things I’m looking forward to seeing at SIHH 2019
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LIST: 7 things I’m looking forward to seeing at SIHH 2019

It’s one sleep to SIHH, and the watch releases are coming thick and fast, with many of the exhibiting brands giving us a peek at…
LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now – the 2018 edition
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LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now – the 2018 edition

While on occasion I do like to splurge and treat myself to that extra shot of espresso in my morning latte, I’m not exactly loaded…
IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic – the most important movement of 2018?
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IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Baumatic – the most important movement of 2018?

The story in a second: Classic on the outside, contemporary on the inside. Baume & Mercier are onto a winner here. I’ve always thought Baume…
LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now
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LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now

There are few things more frustrating than seeing pictures of an incredible watch, reading the news and reviews of just how great it is, only…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 3rd March, 2017
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 3rd March, 2017

It’s been a mildly epic week here at T+T HQ. We’ve had a full plate of videography, airshow action with Oris (we’re now investigating options around leasing a…
VIDEO: Baume & Mercier 2017 collection overview and their athletic new shape
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VIDEO: Baume & Mercier 2017 collection overview and their athletic new shape

Anyone who’s followed the SIHH 2017 releases will have noticed a few clear trends emerging – more entry level options, more yellow gold, that sort of thing.…
VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier – the big guns
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VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier – the big guns

In the first episode of Apples to Apples, I brought the proverbial boys to the yard by surprising Felix with a milkshake in the form of two…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 27th January 2017 – the celebration edition
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 27th January 2017 – the celebration edition

Australia Day yesterday, Chinese New Year tomorrow – so much partying to be had. But you know what we’re celebrating here in the T+T office?…
VIDEO: People’s choice votes are in after the first episode of Apples to Apples, and it’s a whitewash…
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VIDEO: People’s choice votes are in after the first episode of Apples to Apples, and it’s a whitewash…

Just over a week ago we broadcast the first ever episode of Apples to Apples, where Felix and I pick two similar watches, flip a…
HANDS-ON: The sporty new Baume & Mercier Clifton Club
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HANDS-ON: The sporty new Baume & Mercier Clifton Club

This year’s SIHH sees Baume & Mercier release a new, sportier take on the Clifton – the Clifton Club. This collection of robust, three-handed timepieces…
VIDEO: Who will win ‘Apples to Apples’ episode 1? Featuring Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier
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VIDEO: Who will win ‘Apples to Apples’ episode 1? Featuring Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier

This video series was born out of frustration. We were so sick of being asked to compare “apples to apples” (A2A) when it came to watch…
INTERVIEW: Baume & Mercier’s Alexandre Peraldi on the past and present of the Clifton
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INTERVIEW: Baume & Mercier’s Alexandre Peraldi on the past and present of the Clifton

We’ve spent a fair amount of digital ink this week talking about Baume & Mercier’s Clifton collection, and how it’s such a neat link to…
IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Complete Calendar Chronograph
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IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Complete Calendar Chronograph

The story in a second Baume & Mercier’s Clifton always had a pretty face. Well, that face just got complicated. It’s hardly a secret. We…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Perpetual Calendar raises the bar
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton Perpetual Calendar raises the bar

Baume & Mercier are known for their value-focused take on traditional watchmaking. Their Clifton and Capeland collections epitomise this approach, offering versatile style at a price that…
LOOKBOOK: Three ways to wear Baume & Mercier’s steel Petite Promesse
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LOOKBOOK: Three ways to wear Baume & Mercier’s steel Petite Promesse

Take a good look at the image below. What do you see? A ladies’ dress watch, right? That’s a fair point. When you have 44…
HANDS-ON: The romance of travel and the Baume & Mercier Capeland Worldtimer
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HANDS-ON: The romance of travel and the Baume & Mercier Capeland Worldtimer

There’s an inherent romance to a worldtime watch. It’s a complication that offers the promise of adventure. As you check the time in your Sydney…
INTERVIEW: “I’ve got a god-given gift in my ass.” 5 legendary quotes from legendary driver, Allen Grant
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INTERVIEW: “I’ve got a god-given gift in my ass.” 5 legendary quotes from legendary driver, Allen Grant

He’s been George Lucas’ “hero” since they were kids (but he didn’t watch Star Wars until his own children forced him to), he’s one of the…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 13th May, 2016, yup it’s Friday the 13th.
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 13th May, 2016, yup it’s Friday the 13th.

Ooh, Friday the 13th! Spoooooky. Don’t walk under ladders or bang your watches on brick walls, people. Or, you could throw superstition out the window…
EVENT: A day of thunder on a ‘60s race track celebrating the Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra
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EVENT: A day of thunder on a ‘60s race track celebrating the Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra

There’s a phrase that really applies here. For “time to stand still.” Walking into the Paul Ricard race track in Provence, France, you get the…
BREAKING NEWS: Baume & Mercier release four ridiculously limited (15 only) new Capeland Shelby Cobra models at a race track in Marseille
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BREAKING NEWS: Baume & Mercier release four ridiculously limited (15 only) new Capeland Shelby Cobra models at a race track in Marseille

The runaway success of the Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra, the first edition of which is now completely sold out in both steel and…
EDITOR’S PICK: The racy good looks of the Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra
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EDITOR’S PICK: The racy good looks of the Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra

Editor’s Note: Around 12 months ago, Baume & Mercier unleashed a watch that was quite different for the typically dressy brand – the aggressively styled Capeland Shelby Cobra.…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra 1963
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra 1963

The Capeland Shelby Cobra was a surprise hit for Baume & Mercier last year, and at SIHH 2016 they’ve unveiled two new novelties continuing their partnership…
THE SIHH SURVIVAL GUIDE
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THE SIHH SURVIVAL GUIDE

Looking for the quick run-down on the biggest and best releases from SIHH 2016? Well, look no further because we’ve prepared the SIHH survival guide…
VIDEO: Unboxing the Baume & Mercier Clifton 1830 five-minute repeater pocket watch
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VIDEO: Unboxing the Baume & Mercier Clifton 1830 five-minute repeater pocket watch

[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/151127656″] Every year Baume & Mercier release an emblematic limited edition that speaks to the brand’s 185-year history and legacy. This year, they’re celebrating…
GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Baume & Mercier Classima video review
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GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Baume & Mercier Classima video review

[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/147702124″ width=”800″] [/su_vimeo] While we were at Watches & Wonders in Hong Kong in September 2015, we caught up with Mr Jean Conrié, Country…
TREND: What was hot at Watches & Wonders
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TREND: What was hot at Watches & Wonders

As our jet lag begins to subside, we’ve whittled down the key emerging trends from Watches & Wonders. Step right this way to find out…
LIST: Watches & Wonders 2015 – The best women’s watches
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LIST: Watches & Wonders 2015 – The best women’s watches

Along with grey dials and pocket watches, one of the most distinct trends of Watches & Wonders 2015 was the high calibre of women’s watches.…
INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra
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INTRODUCING: The Baume & Mercier Capeland Shelby Cobra

  The story in a second: Baume & Mercier celebrate the life and legacy of a racing legend with the Capeland Shelby Cobra. Yesterday I had…
HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Classima
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HANDS-ON: The Baume & Mercier Classima

The story in a second: The new-look Baume & Mercier Classima was designed to be an entry point into the world of fine watches. As…
HANDS ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton 8-Day Power Reserve
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HANDS ON: The Baume & Mercier Clifton 8-Day Power Reserve

  While it’s not a new piece (introduced at Watches and Wonders last year) the Baume & Mercier Clifton 8-Day Power Reserve is a stunning, stunning…
NEW MODEL: The Baume & Mercier Clifton 8-Day Power Reserve
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NEW MODEL: The Baume & Mercier Clifton 8-Day Power Reserve

The Clifton collection is an important mainstay in Baume & Mercier’s roster (a little while ago we spent some quality time with the Clifton GMT…
ANNOUNCEMENT: The winner of the Baume & Mercier and qualia competition!
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ANNOUNCEMENT: The winner of the Baume & Mercier and qualia competition!

AND THE WINNER IS…. We are very excited to announce that we have chosen a winner of the Baume & Mercier and qualia competition, brought…
IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton GMT Review ref 10112 (LIVE PICS & PRICING)
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IN-DEPTH: The Baume & Mercier Clifton GMT Review ref 10112 (LIVE PICS & PRICING)

Baume & Mercier’s Clifton collection was introduced in 2013 and draws inspiration from classic Baume & Mercier timepieces from the 1950s. It has been a…
Quite possibly the best prize ever – Win a Baume & Mercier Clifton and celebrate on a tropical island (COMPETITION CLOSED – WINNER ANNOUNCED SOON!)
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Quite possibly the best prize ever – Win a Baume & Mercier Clifton and celebrate on a tropical island (COMPETITION CLOSED – WINNER ANNOUNCED SOON!)

The thing about a GMT watch, which allows you to take in multiple time zones at a glance, is that it immediately makes the mind…