Grand Seiko Archives - Time+Tide Watches

22.03.25

8 of the best red dial watches from all-red G-Shocks to stunning stone

While unlikely to take over from the ever-popular blue and green, these red dial watches are all stand-outs in their own way.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

Lists

18.03.25

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

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?

In honour of St. Patrick’s Day, here are 9 of the best green dial watches that made a trend timeless

Buying Guides

17.03.25

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In honour of St. Patrick’s Day, here are 9 of the best green dial watches that made a trend timeless

Feeling lucky (or just verdant)? Here's some of the best green dial watches available in time for St. Patrick's Day.

News

08.03.25

Grand Seiko opens a luxurious new Melbourne boutique, a statement of intent from the Japanese brand

GS opens its second boutique in Australia in The Block Arcade on Melbourne's Collins Street, the main vein of Aussie watch culture.

Vacheron Constantin officially reopens Melbourne boutique, opening up the beautiful heritage-listed space

Friday Wind Down

07.03.25

Vacheron Constantin officially reopens Melbourne boutique, opening up the beautiful heritage-listed space

Plush sofas, VC-branded knick-knacks, and Holy Trinity watches galore.

The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about

In Depth

02.03.25

The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about

Fair warning - Grand Seiko nerdery inbound.

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Last Week in Watches

23.02.25

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Usually, Hermès launches new models sparingly, this week it delivered multiple novelties at once - amidst a sea of other strong releases.

Grand Seiko releases two new 30mm cherry blossom 62GSs – their slimmest and smallest automatics yet!

Introducing

19.02.25

Grand Seiko releases two new 30mm cherry blossom 62GSs – their slimmest and smallest automatics yet!

The Grand Seiko STGK031 & STGK033 share cherry blossom-inspired dial hues as well as a diminutive 30mm diameter.

New releases from Bremont, Brellum, Breguet and more

Last Week in Watches

16.02.25

New releases from Bremont, Brellum, Breguet and more

Love is in the air, with brands unveiling Valentine's Day limited editions this week.

Precious cherry blossom – the Grand Seiko SBGH368 debuts a 38mm 62GS case in pink gold

Hands On

12.02.25

Precious cherry blossom – the Grand Seiko SBGH368 debuts a 38mm 62GS case in pink gold

Grand Seiko's latest cherry blossom-inspired design is a precious metal heater

New releases from Frederique Constant, Bulova, Porsche Design and more

Last Week in Watches

09.02.25

New releases from Frederique Constant, Bulova, Porsche Design and more

This week's releases have reaffirmed how close the worlds of watches and racing are.

Buying Guides

08.02.25

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16 of the best minimalist watches

These minimalist watches have slim cases and unassuming dials, but are uncompromising when it comes to design, making the most of the least.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – London

Lists

08.02.25

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – London

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.

Racing legend Jacky Ickx wowed watch fans at a Sydney dinner with Chopard this week

Friday Wind Down

07.02.25

Racing legend Jacky Ickx wowed watch fans at a Sydney dinner with Chopard this week

The motorsports icon, who at age 80 shows no signs of slowing down, captivated Sydney's watch and racing aficionados this week.

9 of the best time-only watches, when simplicity is all you need

Buying Guides

05.02.25

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9 of the best time-only watches, when simplicity is all you need

There's something about a time-only watch that stands out. Here are a few of the absolute best on the market.

Hands On

03.02.25

Grand Seiko debuts the Evolution 9 SLGH027 with a brand new Mt. Iwate dial

Ever-Brilliant Steel surrounds the icy blue dial, with a high-beat movement rapidly ticking away in the back.

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

Last Week in Watches

02.02.25

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

These have been a fiery seven days, especially for independents and microbrands.

Grand Seiko issues incremental updates to two Sekki models, with the new SBGH351 and SBGH353

Introducing

30.01.25

Grand Seiko issues incremental updates to two Sekki models, with the new SBGH351 and SBGH353

Ever-Brilliant Steel cases and minor dial changes.

The best watches to wear on your wedding day

Buying Guides

29.01.25

The best watches to wear on your wedding day

Making final decisions before your big wedding day can be stressful. For watch addicts, it's which watch to wear. Here are some tips...

Watch Education

05.01.25

The ultimate watch hand style guide

Wondering what the hands on your watch are called? Chances are, we'll have the answer here.

7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

Buying Guides

04.01.25

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7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.

A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Watch Education

03.01.25

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A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Zaratsu polishing can achieve a distortion-free mirror finish on a watch case. But what is it exactly, and where did it come from?

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

Friday Wind Down

03.01.25

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

We published over 1,300 articles on Time+Tide in 2024. Here are some of the best, from Andrew, Borna, Buffy, Jamie, Russell, Zach and more.

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Opinion

01.01.25

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The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Within the realm of watchmaking, size very much matters. So, we put the question to the Time+Tide Editorial Team: what is your favorite watch size?

The three watches Jamie wore most in 2024 are…

Lists

31.12.24

The three watches Jamie wore most in 2024 are…

Like his top 3 last year, Jamie's high rotation this year was quite a diverse trio, with each watch featuring a different type of movement.

The Time+Tide Team shares their 2025 watch resolutions

Lists

30.12.24

The Time+Tide Team shares their 2025 watch resolutions

New Year's resolutions are great, but what about some watch-collection resolutions for 2025? We've got a few.

The Time+Tide Team picks their favourite watches of 2024

Lists

29.12.24

The Time+Tide Team picks their favourite watches of 2024

Another year draws to a close, so the Time+Tide team gets together to pick the our favourite watches of 2024.

6 of the best grey dial watches highlighting an underrated colour choice

Buying Guides

28.12.24

6 of the best grey dial watches highlighting an underrated colour choice

Grey dials are understated, but that doesn't mean they have to be boring.

The three watches Pietro wore most in 2024 are…

Lists

25.12.24

The three watches Pietro wore most in 2024 are…

I've got to try on lots of watches this year for taking photos and reviews, but only a couple have some real wrist time.

The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

Lists

23.12.24

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The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

The Time+Tide Editorial Team has come together to nominate what they believe to be the best one watch collection.

Watch brands are rushing to open Australian boutiques before the end of 2024

Friday Wind Down

20.12.24

Watch brands are rushing to open Australian boutiques before the end of 2024

A last-minute rush to get in on some of the Christmas shopping mania, perhaps?

Our favourite Grand Seiko watches of 2024

Lists

19.12.24

Our favourite Grand Seiko watches of 2024

Grand Seiko released a ton of watches this year, but we managed to narrow down our five favourites.

7 of the best gift watches under $10,000, for when you’re ready to add a real heavy-hitter to the collection

Buying Guides

18.12.24

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7 of the best gift watches under $10,000, for when you’re ready to add a real heavy-hitter to the collection

Just in time for the holidays, we take the best watches under $10,000 to gift for the holidays from our NOW Magazine.

The three watches Borna wore most in 2024 are…

Lists

15.12.24

The three watches Borna wore most in 2024 are…

Borna went from a vintage-inspired trio to a more diverse bunch for 2024.

New releases from Bulova, Louis Vuitton, Urwerk and more

Last Week in Watches

15.12.24

New releases from Bulova, Louis Vuitton, Urwerk and more

A host of new releases as we wind down for the year at every price point with a few interesting stone dials making an appearance.

Grand Seiko makes the SBGH349 Icefall larger, but also more lightweight – and also proves a trend

Introducing

13.12.24

Grand Seiko makes the SBGH349 Icefall larger, but also more lightweight – and also proves a trend

Grand Seiko outfits the Icefall dial with a 40mm High-Intensity Titanium case.

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

Buying Guides

25.11.24

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

Rose gold can be the most overlooked of all precious metals, but it is extremely versatile, as this list proves.

7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

Buying Guides

19.11.24

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7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

If you've not fully caught onto the stealth wealth trend, our buying guide should clarify everything.

The Time+Tide London Discovery Studio has had a bumper first two weeks

Friday Wind Down

08.11.24

The Time+Tide London Discovery Studio has had a bumper first two weeks

Time+Tide has officially opened in London and we've had an amazing first fortnight!

The surprising way Seiko will survive the watch slump

Seiko's not-so-secret systems segment, which dabbles in AI and car sharing among other areas, is boosting its bottom line.

How Seiko’s “The Gift of Time” short documentary has made me appreciate my most prized watch even more

Video

05.11.24

How Seiko’s “The Gift of Time” short documentary has made me appreciate my most prized watch even more

Seiko's "The Gift of Time" film showcases why its romantic interpretation of time is not just mere marketing - it is integral to Japan's culture.

Seiko President Akio Naito on Grand Seiko’s impressive growth, community engagement, and making icons

Interview

02.11.24

Seiko President Akio Naito on Grand Seiko’s impressive growth, community engagement, and making icons

As Grand Seiko eyes further Australian (and global) expansion, CEO Akio Naito reveals the brand is committed to closely listening to its fans.

Hands On

26.10.24

The Grand Seiko SLGA025 Atera Blue may have one of the best dials the brand has ever made

We take a closer look at the delectable green-blue hues of the new GS Atera Blue.

Nicholas Biebuyck, Heritage Director of TAG Heuer, believes “consumer interest is improving in quartz”

Watch Culture

23.10.24

Nicholas Biebuyck, Heritage Director of TAG Heuer, believes “consumer interest is improving in quartz”

If interesting design now trumps mechanical innovation in watchmaking, quartz technology like TAG Heuer's Solargraph has an important edge, Biebuyck explains.

What’s the frequency? A guide to high-beat watches

Watch Education

13.10.24

What’s the frequency? A guide to high-beat watches

High-frequency movements can be a great conversation starter, but do you know why they exist and what makes them tick?

5 of the best platinum watches to blow your budget on

Buying Guides

12.10.24

5 of the best platinum watches to blow your budget on

Have you recently won the lottery? Here are 5 platinum watches you should consider spending your winnings on.

10 of the best manually wound watches, from cheap and cheerful dailies to the downright avant-garde

Buying Guides

07.10.24

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10 of the best manually wound watches, from cheap and cheerful dailies to the downright avant-garde

Hand-winding watches remain popular despite their old-school movement tech. Here are the ones that prove why that's the case.

6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

Buying Guides

28.09.24

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6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

There are browns, and there are browns. The six watches on this list make the most of this highly debated choice of dial colour.

New releases from Hublot, Ulysse Nardin, Chronoswiss and more

Last Week in Watches

15.09.24

New releases from Hublot, Ulysse Nardin, Chronoswiss and more

Not just one, but two watches dedicated to sailing have just been announced. Both Hublot and Panerai presented two maritime-themed timepieces. In addition, Omega’s Constellation…

The mid-sized Grand Seiko SBGH347 debuts a new dial texture inspired by a frozen waterfall

Introducing

08.09.24

The mid-sized Grand Seiko SBGH347 debuts a new dial texture inspired by a frozen waterfall

The Grand Seiko SBGH347 not only debuts an icy blue dial with a brand new texture, but also the first-ever 37mm Ever-Brilliant Steel case.

5 of the best beads-of-rice bracelet watches evoking the advent of the tool watch

Buying Guides

08.09.24

5 of the best beads-of-rice bracelet watches evoking the advent of the tool watch

Are they dressy or are they sporty? Buffy delves deeper into watches making the most of BOR vintage flair.