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10 of the best 1970s watches from the grooviest of decades

Lists

12.05.25

10 of the best 1970s watches from the grooviest of decades

The age of quartz is well and truly underway, but the 1970s would bring about many more changes.

13 of the best quartz watches that rub it into quartz snobs’ faces

Buying Guides

09.05.25

13 of the best quartz watches that rub it into quartz snobs’ faces

Here's a few reasons why quartz watches should not just be low-cost alternatives to their mechanical counterparts.

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

Buying Guides

07.05.25

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11 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.

The Time+Tide Mother’s Day gift guide, from delicious doughnut to slithering Serpenti

Buying Guides

28.04.25

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The Time+Tide Mother’s Day gift guide, from delicious doughnut to slithering Serpenti

Whether it's a simple Casio, dressy Serica, or luxe Bulgari, we think we've covered our bases.

7 of the best pilot’s watches to keep you on schedule in the cockpit

Buying Guides

28.04.25

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7 of the best pilot’s watches to keep you on schedule in the cockpit

Whether you're actually entering a cockpit or just dreaming of taking to the skies like most of us, here are 7 of the best pilot's…

11 of the best bicompax chronographs that do away with unnecessary sub-dials

Buying Guides

27.04.25

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11 of the best bicompax chronographs that do away with unnecessary sub-dials

While the definition changed throughout history, the word bicompax always signified elegant, refined chronographs. Here are some of the best.

12 of the best everyday watches for any budget and any lifestyle

Buying Guides

23.04.25

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12 of the best everyday watches for any budget and any lifestyle

Wearing one watch everyday can feel like a drag to some, but the joy of a faithful companion is hard to beat, and these are…

6 of the best graduation watches that’ll have you doffing your cap

Buying Guides

13.04.25

6 of the best graduation watches that’ll have you doffing your cap

Some picks that are special enough, but won't put you in even more debt.

16 of the best panda dial chronographs that have been causing pandemonium amongst watch enthusiasts

Buying Guides

25.03.25

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16 of the best panda dial chronographs that have been causing pandemonium amongst watch enthusiasts

From iconic racing watches to auction darlings, panda dial chronographs hold a special place in the hearts of collectors all over the world.

New releases from Ressence, Raymond Weil, Glashütte Original and more

Last Week in Watches

23.03.25

New releases from Ressence, Raymond Weil, Glashütte Original and more

Just because Watches and Wonders 2025 kicks off in a matter of days doesn't mean brands are slowing down their releases!

Hamilton enters new stealthy black territory with its Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Hands On

20.03.25

Hamilton enters new stealthy black territory with its Intra-Matic Auto Chrono

Three Hamilton Intra-Matic Auto Chronos enter a dark territory with black cases and dials, making the vintage-inspired chrono stealthier.

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Kurono Tokyo, Taos and more

Last Week in Watches

16.03.25

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Kurono Tokyo, Taos and more

Besides Omega and Hamilton, the rest of our selection this week is exclusively watches from non-big box brands. Exciting!

9 of the best affordable dive watches for avoiding the bends on a budget

Buying Guides

13.03.25

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9 of the best affordable dive watches for avoiding the bends on a budget

Here are a bunch of great dive watches from several different brands that will all ring up the till less than US$5,000.

Hamilton creates a special watch for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Introducing

11.03.25

Hamilton creates a special watch for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Stepping from films to videos games, Hamilton watches stay at the heart of compelling stories.

Hamilton goes green and adds metal bracelet options to two of its most iconic collections

In The Shop

03.03.25

Hamilton goes green and adds metal bracelet options to two of its most iconic collections

Hamilton has just upgraded the quartz lines on two of its most iconic collections, the Khaki Field and the out-of-this-world Ventura S, expanding their value…

13 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs

Buying Guides

03.03.25

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13 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs

Though usually associated with sports watches, this selection of titanium watches encompasses pretty much all tastes.

14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

Buying Guides

28.02.25

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14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

These watches cater to every orientation of the population.

7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

Buying Guides

26.02.25

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7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

Stylised numerals, shapely cases, and above all, class.

The 10 best rectangular watches for those who think outside the box

Buying Guides

20.02.25

The 10 best rectangular watches for those who think outside the box

Who says watches have to be round?

The 8 best field watches for everyday expeditions

Buying Guides

18.02.25

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The 8 best field watches for everyday expeditions

Field watches rank as some of the most versatile and timeless watches on the market. Here's some of the best.

Opinion

17.02.25

Why you should wear a broken watch

Wearing watches that don't work seems sacrilegious for a watch writer - but Buffy makes the case for wearing timepieces that don't tick.

11 of the best 21st birthday gift watches

Buying Guides

13.02.25

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11 of the best 21st birthday gift watches

A watch is just about the best birthday gift, especially for a young adult. What? No. We're definitely not biased.

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

Lists

12.02.25

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

The 1950s could be considered an era of horological renaissance, and these are the watches that defined it.

15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

Buying Guides

09.02.25

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15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

If you needed any more proof that US$1,000 can get you a great mechanical watch, this list of affordables is it.

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.

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.

Hamilton’s Chrono-Matic 50 is an homage to the great race for the automatic chronograph

Introducing

03.02.25

Hamilton’s Chrono-Matic 50 is an homage to the great race for the automatic chronograph

Hamilton's helmet-cased behemoth nods to the genesis of the automatic chronograph.

New releases from Bell & Ross, Ōtsuka Lōtec, Oris and more

Last Week in Watches

19.01.25

New releases from Bell & Ross, Ōtsuka Lōtec, Oris and more

You can never have 222 many watch releases in a week...

Buying Guides

18.01.25

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9 of the best goth watches

Buffy, our resident goth, helps you with watch nerd-friendly goth accessorising.

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

Buying Guides

13.01.25

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

Who needs hands anyway?

9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Buying Guides

12.01.25

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9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Sometimes it can be nice to just wear something that doesn’t fill up every available millimetre of skin.

The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

Buying Guides

09.01.25

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The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

If you need a watch to keep up with an active, tough lifestyle, then any of these tactical timepieces should fit the bill.

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.

It’s been a big year for watches: here were some of the best watch moments of 2024

Friday Wind Down

27.12.24

It’s been a big year for watches: here were some of the best watch moments of 2024

Let's take a quick look back at The Year That Was in watches and reminisce on some of the highlights of the year.

Versus

23.12.24

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VERSUS: The Hamilton Murph 38 comes up against the Seiko Alpinist SPB121

Hamilton Murph 38 or Seiko Alpinist SPB121? Which of the two field watches walks away the winner?

Lists

14.12.24

Our favourite Hamilton watches of 2024

Everyone's favourite field watch brand had a lot more going for it in 2024.

Best gift watches under $1,000, featuring some bona fide classics and big micro players

Buying Guides

13.12.24

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Best gift watches under $1,000, featuring some bona fide classics and big micro players

For those with a little more cash to play, here are some more bastions of great value from big and micro brands alike.

The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Buying Guides

10.12.24

The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Some of the most refreshing dials to look at on the market today.

Did you know one of Hamilton’s most beloved watches is technically a Frankenstein?

Interview

30.11.24

Did you know one of Hamilton’s most beloved watches is technically a Frankenstein?

Fans of Hamilton watches are grateful the brand made the Murph. But thanks are also owed to Harrison Ford and Conservation International.

10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

Buying Guides

22.11.24

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10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

Luxury watches are associated with being flashy and flexed on the wrist, but stealth watches subtly ooze cool.

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

In Depth

16.11.24

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

Borna takes a closer look at the history of electric watches, and what they've become.

New releases from Biver, Audemars Piguet, Breguet and more

Last Week in Watches

10.11.24

New releases from Biver, Audemars Piguet, Breguet and more

Lots of high-end wow this week from the likes of AP, Biver and Breguet, as well as exciting affordable models from Hamilton and Tissot.

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!

News

06.11.24

Justin Hast is going to buy you a watch

Enter the competition now on Instagram to be in with a chance to win your favourite field watch and meet Justin Hast.

The new Hamilton PSR 74 offers a compact take on the digital watch that started it all

Video

04.11.24

The new Hamilton PSR 74 offers a compact take on the digital watch that started it all

Hamilton revives its Pulsar Cushion from 1974 - meet the new PSR 74.

10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Buying Guides

01.11.24

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10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Not sure what to get your soon-to-be-adult? Let us help you with that.

12 of the best jewellery watches from $400 to $400,000

Buying Guides

26.10.24

12 of the best jewellery watches from $400 to $400,000

Buffy explores the watches that give you the best bling for buck.

I thought my hypebeast days were over… until the Timex x MM6 Maison Margiela collab dropped last night

Friday Wind Down

25.10.24

I thought my hypebeast days were over… until the Timex x MM6 Maison Margiela collab dropped last night

Jamie found out that old habits die hard when the Timex x MM6 Maison Margiela collection went on sale last night.

New releases from Patek Philippe, Raymond Weil, Frederique Constant and more

Last Week in Watches

20.10.24

New releases from Patek Philippe, Raymond Weil, Frederique Constant and more

Patek's first new watch collection in 25 years is the biggest watch news of the week, but we've also seen a particularly large number of…

7 of the best asymmetrical watches that break the horological mould

Buying Guides

18.10.24

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7 of the best asymmetrical watches that break the horological mould

Whether twisted or geometrically distorted, these designs still work very well.