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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Ventura L 14K Gold Limited Edition

11.11.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Ventura L 14K Gold Limited Edition

If we’re being honest, most watch brands wouldn’t get away with releasing a watch like the Ventura today. It’s unashamedly weird, full of retro-futuristic quirks…

Introducing

07.11.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Black and Gold Capsule collection

Everyone loves black and gold as a colour combination, whether it’s the halls of a glamorous art deco building, a fashionable outfit, or a tastefully…

Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword

06.11.22

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Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #26 “Hamilton Watches in Film”

In honour of the Behind The Camera Awards presented by Hamilton Watches later today, what better time than the present to test your knowledge on…

The new Hamilton Railroad Pocket embodies an American tradition

Introducing

20.10.22

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The new Hamilton Railroad Pocket embodies an American tradition

Hamilton’s history is a rich one. After taking over existing manufacturing facilities in Pennsylvania and establishing the Hamilton Watch Company in 1892, the brand was…

The 7 best MIL-SPEC watches under $5,000

In The Shop

06.10.22

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The 7 best MIL-SPEC watches under $5,000

The watch world’s connection with military life is unequivocal. Even though “MIL-SPEC” – the abbreviation for military specification – has become more and more of…

HANDS ON: The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton and Ventura S

Watch Reviews

06.10.22

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HANDS ON: The Hamilton Ventura XXL Skeleton and Ventura S

One of the best things about Hamilton is the way in which they’ve continued to deliver to the customers they’ve always aimed to please —…

Video

04.10.22

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VIDEO: How Hamilton developed their quirky side with cameos on the silver screen

Last time, Andrew and Luke took us through the key moments of Hamilton’s history cemented in Hollywood films such as The Frogmen and Interstellar. But,…

Pop Culture

27.09.22

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Screen time: How Hamilton became Hollywood’s favourite watch brand

When it comes to making scene-stealing appearances in film, Hamilton has been a fixture on the A-list since the 1930s. No other watchmaker has enjoyed…

The Benetict Cumberwatches: Why so many watches have overcomplicated names

Lists

07.09.22

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The Benetict Cumberwatches: Why so many watches have overcomplicated names

Benedict Cumberbatch, decorated actor, deserves recognition for his work in The Imitation Game, The Power of Dog and Patrick Melrose. Today, however, we’ll poke a bit of fun at…

The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Syroco celebrates a boat set to break the sailing speed record

Introducing

31.08.22

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The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba Syroco celebrates a boat set to break the sailing speed record

Hamilton is no stranger to daring exploits, whether that be in the sea, skies or the silver screen. Last year, the Swatch Group member announced…

Hamilton’s digital darling has a new green display

Introducing

23.08.22

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Hamilton’s digital darling has a new green display

First released in a gold and red variant echoing the 1970s original, the PSR has seen numerous iterations over the last two years. We covered…

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…

The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

Lists

14.06.22

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The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

There was a time when a women’s watch could be spotted from a mile away. Unnecessary diamonds, pretentious numerals, overpriced quartz movements and generally lazy…

Hamilton is ready to rock with the new Ventura XXL and Ventura S

Introducing

04.06.22

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Hamilton is ready to rock with the new Ventura XXL and Ventura S

The first battery-powered watch, and the one that graced the famous wrists of Elvis, Will Smith and Tommy Lee Jones – still doesn’t quite sum…

Video

25.05.22

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VIDEO: From combat divers in WWII, the legacy of the Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman continues to evolve

The Frogman is a black and white film from 1951 that depicts the contribution the US Navy divers made to WWII. Following the death of their…

Introducing

23.05.22

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic 46mm is a supersized tool watch that’s built for action

There are times in life when a standard amount of French fries just won’t do. Or a measly two pairs of socks. Why should you…

Hands On

02.05.22

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HANDS-ON: The Hamilton Khaki Pilot Pioneer Mechanical Chronograph delivers looks, utility and value

Since the beginning of recorded time, man has sought to escape the bounds of earth’s pull for the freedom of the skies above. From the…

IN-DEPTH: The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Automatic collection upgrades one of the best-priced field watches around

Watch Reviews

12.04.22

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IN-DEPTH: The Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Automatic collection upgrades one of the best-priced field watches around

Even if you’ve only been into watches for a short amount of time, the chances are pretty high that you’ve heard about the Hamilton Khaki…

Buying Guides

01.03.22

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Five of the best modern LED watches

In an industry driven by tradition, the idea of bringing watches into the future was a scary thought. When the quartz crisis hit, it shook…

Hamilton brings back ’70s feels with two new PSR models

Watch Reviews

13.02.22

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Hamilton brings back ’70s feels with two new PSR models

Finding yourself reminiscing the times of yesteryear, when the streets were graced by first-generation Dodge Challengers, speakers blaring the sweet sounds of Simon and Garfunkel?…

Time+Tide is now the place to buy Hamilton watches in Australia. Hallelujah!

News

04.02.22

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Time+Tide is now the place to buy Hamilton watches in Australia. Hallelujah!

Anyone that lives in Australia and loves watches knows what I’m about to say is 100 per cent true. Not having Hamilton readily available in…

Who To Follow

21.01.22

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WHO TO FOLLOW: See what happens when music and watches collide with @vinylsanddials

It’s been nearly a decade since this bug of collecting watches bit me. In that time, I wish I could tell you that was the…

Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday

Lists

09.01.22

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Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday

The Hamilton Ventura was a truly revolutionary watch upon its release. While Richard Arbib’s extremely unique case shape turned heads, it wasn’t the Ventura’s true…

The Time+Tide audience has spoken: Your favourite watch under $1000 is…

Watch Reviews

06.01.22

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The Time+Tide audience has spoken: Your favourite watch under $1000 is…

With more and more people looking to buy wristwatches, it is crucial that there are more fiscally viable opportunities to join in on the fun.…

VIDEO: Top 5 watches of 2021 under $1000 (Part 1)

Lists

29.12.21

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VIDEO: Top 5 watches of 2021 under $1000 (Part 1)

The global pandemic has changed many of our approaches to “unnecessary purchases”. With mounting financial uncertainty, the idea of spending multiple thousands on a piece…

Zach's Mailbag

05.12.21

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ZACH’S MAILBAG: “My watch budget is $1,000 – $1,500 – what brands should I look at?”

Often we receive questions via email and social media from our readers, and we always strive to respond to each and every one. But we…

What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

Introducing

04.12.21

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What’s the connection between The Matrix and the Hamilton PSR MTX Limited Edition? We have the exclusive…

Hamilton loves to tell a great story with each of their new releases. This facet of the brand is recognised by many of their partners.…

Talking sales and product philosophy with Hamilton CEO Vivian Stauffer

Interview

18.11.21

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Talking sales and product philosophy with Hamilton CEO Vivian Stauffer

Last weekend, the watch and filmmaking industries came together for the Hamilton Behind The Camera Awards – a ceremony which celebrates the often unsung achievements…

EVENT RECAP: Hamilton host the Behind The Camera Awards in Hollywood

Pop Culture

17.11.21

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EVENT RECAP: Hamilton host the Behind The Camera Awards in Hollywood

Last weekend, I flew out to the movie-making capital of the world: Hollywood, California. The reason for my visit was the return of the Hamilton Behind The…

Hamilton launches collaborative Capsule Collection with Mad Men’s costume designer Janie Bryant

Introducing

17.11.21

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Hamilton launches collaborative Capsule Collection with Mad Men’s costume designer Janie Bryant

There is a school of thought that nothing is truly original, and everything that exists now is just a riff based on something that has…

Introducing

04.11.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Pilot Pioneer is a well-priced daily wearer

The name Hamilton is revered for many reasons, including its rich history in the air (producing aviation watches since 1918), and the new Khaki Aviation…

The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Automatic Chronograph celebrates racing pilot Dario Costa’s latest jaw-dropping feat

Pop Culture

27.10.21

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The Hamilton Khaki Aviation Takeoff Automatic Chronograph celebrates racing pilot Dario Costa’s latest jaw-dropping feat

Nerves of hardened titanium. Glacial water in his veins. What would cause the rest of us mortals to cry, lose control of bodily functions, and…

Watch Reviews

08.10.21

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The Hamilton Khaki Field collection shows why the brand is still the field watch king

For years, Hamilton has held the crown as the field watch king. The simple, time-tested aesthetic of the watches within their Khaki Field collection represents…

Introducing

03.10.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Field Automatic Chronograph

Famous for their use as military-issued timepieces, Hamilton has a deep history upon which they draw for the Khaki Field line. Many collectors have begun…

VIDEO: Hamilton is levelling up the Khaki Field Collection with the new Hamilton x Far Cry 6 Limited Edition Khaki Field Titanium

Watch Reviews

02.10.21

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VIDEO: Hamilton is levelling up the Khaki Field Collection with the new Hamilton x Far Cry 6 Limited Edition Khaki Field Titanium

When it comes to big-screen cameos, Hamilton is in a class of their own. From movies like Interstellar and Tenet to television shows like Jack Ryan, the brand holds the record…

Introducing

22.09.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton x Far Cry®6 Limited Edition Khaki Field Titanium

When it comes to big-screen cameos, Hamilton is in a class of their own. From movies like Interstellar and Tenet to television shows like Jack Ryan, the brand…

The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze is the best value bronze watch around

Watch Reviews

30.06.21

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The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze is the best value bronze watch around

Bronze is all the rage right now. The metal ticks a lot of boxes, offering a precious metal tone without a precious metal price premium.…

Introducing

06.04.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki X-Wind collection takes flight with striking camouflage dials

There’s no shortage of icons in the realm of pilot watches with aviation forming a key part of human achievement over the last century. There…

Pop Culture

04.04.21

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This is how Hamilton became Hollywood’s go-to watch brand

Watch brands love to tout records they hold – highest complication count, thinnest movements, greatest depth rating and so on. But Hamilton Watch Company holds…

Hamilton partners with the hybrid-electric Smartflyer that aims to change the face of air travel

News

03.04.21

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Hamilton partners with the hybrid-electric Smartflyer that aims to change the face of air travel

The future is electric, let’s face it. For me it’s inescapable, my wife’s hybrid Audi A3 is plugged in outside, and I live in a…

Introducing

28.03.21

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INTRODUCING: Elvis was a Sith Lord in a parallel universe and he wore the Hamilton Ventura Elvis80 Skeleton

First impressions: a stealth black UFO. perhaps? And then a red pulsating zig-zag that I feel like illustrating with a comic book “ZAP!”. This is…

Introducing

15.03.21

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Intra-Matic Chronograph H combines retro swagger with a mechanical movement

We really should have seen the Hamilton Intra-Matic Chronograph H coming. Having played with the idea before, this hand-wound, bi-register chrono – in beautifully proportioned…

6 watches Daft Punk might have been wearing when they self destructed this week (SOB)

Lists

26.02.21

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6 watches Daft Punk might have been wearing when they self destructed this week (SOB)

Initially, the idea of robots taking over the earth doesn’t sound too promising. But if the aforementioned robots happened to be Daft Punk it probably…

7 of the best digital watches of 2020, including A.Lange & Söhne, Gucci and Casio

Lists

03.02.21

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7 of the best digital watches of 2020, including A.Lange & Söhne, Gucci and Casio

Digital watches are generally overlooked by the tastemakers of the horological elite, but we don’t think that’s really fair. Not only do they provide an…

Nick’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Cartier, Seiko and Hamilton

Lists

08.01.21

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Nick’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Cartier, Seiko and Hamilton

In spite of some not inconsiderable distractions, there were some pretty decent watches released in 2020. Quite a few of them actually. Omega relaunched their…