Omega Archives - Time+Tide Watches

06.02.26

Studio Underd0g moves in-house and Norqain hits the ice this week

With the Winter Olympics around the corner, there is still plenty of action happening in the watch world to catch up on.

Watch collecting has permeated my general consumerism, for better or for worse

Watch Culture

28.01.26

Watch collecting has permeated my general consumerism, for better or for worse

Andrew O'Connor finds that his approach to collecting watches has deeply influenced how he shops for everything else.

A personal connection is what keeps watches in your collection

Opinion

25.01.26

A personal connection is what keeps watches in your collection

In a hobby that sometimes glorifies the chase and the churn more than staying power, Andrew O'Connor explains why he loves the watches he does.

New releases from MB&F, Blancpain, Fears + LVMH Watch Week 2026!

Last Week in Watches

25.01.26

New releases from MB&F, Blancpain, Fears + LVMH Watch Week 2026!

January ends on a high note with LVMH Watch Week taking place in Milan - but there were more than just LVMH brands' releases this…

Omega makes a titanium Seamaster 300M for Milano Cortina 2026

Introducing

20.01.26

Omega makes a titanium Seamaster 300M for Milano Cortina 2026

This full titanium Seamaster to mark the start of this year's Winter Olympics has a snowy monochromatic finish to it.

New releases from Armin Strom, VPC, Oris and more

Last Week in Watches

18.01.26

New releases from Armin Strom, VPC, Oris and more

One of our colleagues presents an innovative dive watch as his second release, and Oris tastefully brings back an icon of the past.

Omega’s latest pair of Speedmaster Moonwatch Professionals feature lacquered reverse panda dials

Hands On

13.01.26

Omega’s latest pair of Speedmaster Moonwatch Professionals feature lacquered reverse panda dials

The current generation of the legendary Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional now has a new black and white lacquered dial.

On your marks, get set, go: the history of the chronograph

In Depth

08.01.26

On your marks, get set, go: the history of the chronograph

It is often considered the most prolific complication in the watch world, and it has a long, complex, story to tell.

Buying Guides

05.01.26

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16 of the best pink dial watches

Pink dial watches have traditionally been dainty and blingy, but fortunately this is no longer the case. Here are some of the best.

Going swimmingly: our favourite dive watches of 2025

Lists

30.12.25

Going swimmingly: our favourite dive watches of 2025

Plenty of dive watches made a splash in 2025, but here's what we thought were the best - and we've put our money where our…

The most interesting Omega watch of 2025, that hasn’t actually released… yet

Pop Culture

25.12.25

The most interesting Omega watch of 2025, that hasn’t actually released… yet

The trailer for the upcoming James Bond video game, 007: First Light, teases an unreleased Omega Seamaster Diver 300M Chronograph.

The top 5 Omega watch releases of 2025, according to the numbers

Lists

20.12.25

The top 5 Omega watch releases of 2025, according to the numbers

Omega released lots of great watches in 2025, but these were the models that were our audience's favourites, across all our platforms.

Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? Here are some of the best watches in cinema

Buying Guides

08.12.25

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Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? Here are some of the best watches in cinema

From Morse code Murphs to McQueen's Monaco, these are some of the best watches for movie nerds to look into.

Everything you need to know about the most common watch materials

Watch Education

24.11.25

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Everything you need to know about the most common watch materials

There's much more to watch materials than just steel and gold. Here, we break down some of the most common materials used in watchmaking.

Omega debuts its 4th generation of slimmer and sharper Seamaster Planet Ocean

Hands On

19.11.25

Omega debuts its 4th generation of slimmer and sharper Seamaster Planet Ocean

A slimmer, sleeker case is the major change in the new 4th generation of Omega's legendary Seamaster Planet Ocean.

Are complex calendars the next great opportunity in accessibly priced complications?

Opinion

17.11.25

Are complex calendars the next great opportunity in accessibly priced complications?

Complex calendars - annual, perpetual or otherwise - are expensive. But could they be the next battleground for innovation in watchmaking?

Four years on, who’s most likely to be the next James Bond? The current odds might surprise you

Friday Wind Down

14.11.25

Four years on, who’s most likely to be the next James Bond? The current odds might surprise you

According to the most up-to-date odds, Aaron Taylor-Johnson isn't currently the favourite, which is quite surprising.

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

Lists

12.11.25

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

Inarguably one of the most influential decades in watch design, the 1970s saw the emergence of the integrated bracelet luxury sports watch - as well…

The 10 watches to keep an eye on at the Antiquorum Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces auction

Auctions

05.11.25

The 10 watches to keep an eye on at the Antiquorum Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces auction

This is a packed catalogue and there is a lot to go through, but these are the 10 watches we think stand out in this…

New releases from Parmigiani Fleurier, Bulgari, Hermès and more

Last Week in Watches

02.11.25

New releases from Parmigiani Fleurier, Bulgari, Hermès and more

Although it was a quiet week in terms of the number of launches, the quality of the products did not disappoint.

8 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science, motorsports and space

Lists

31.10.25

8 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science, motorsports and space

The '60s were a particularly groovy and innovative time for watchmaking - here's some of the highlights.

Omega launches new Speedmaster 38 Milano Cortina 2026 100 days ahead of the Olympic Winter Games

Introducing

29.10.25

Omega launches new Speedmaster 38 Milano Cortina 2026 100 days ahead of the Olympic Winter Games

It may be 100 days until the Olympic Winter Games, but you can buy a new Speedmaster today...

Should watch customisation be more widely accepted?

Opinion

19.10.25

Should watch customisation be more widely accepted?

Aftermarket customisation is an acceptable practice for many consumer products or hobbies, so why is it so taboo in the watch community?

New releases from Frederique Constant, De Bethune, Zenith and more

Last Week in Watches

19.10.25

New releases from Frederique Constant, De Bethune, Zenith and more

Fair warning: this is a pretty massive edition of Last Week in Watches, as there were so many new products released last week...

Jaeger-LeCoultre brought the vintage cool to our London Discovery Studio last week

Friday Wind Down

17.10.25

Jaeger-LeCoultre brought the vintage cool to our London Discovery Studio last week

When a brand like Jaeger-LeCoultre wants to host an event displaying some of its most incredible vintage pieces, you have to say yes.

Omega debuts 4 new, slimmer “Side of the Moon” Speedmaster models in black and grey

Hands On

14.10.25

Omega debuts 4 new, slimmer “Side of the Moon” Speedmaster models in black and grey

Three Dark Side of the Moon models have touched down, as well as a new Grey Side of the Moon model, all offering significant refinements.

Truly evergreen: here are 11 of the best green dial watches that make a trend timeless

Buying Guides

28.09.25

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Truly evergreen: here are 11 of the best green dial watches that make a trend timeless

Green dials aren't just a fad; it's a trend that's here to stay. Here are some of the best green dials in watches today.

Are mesh bracelets having a moment, and do we have microbrands to thank for that?

Opinion

28.09.25

Are mesh bracelets having a moment, and do we have microbrands to thank for that?

A few recent releases from both micro and big box brands alike have had Borna thinking the style is slowly merging with the mainstream.

The watches making the most of mesh bracelets, a century-old art

Buying Guides

27.09.25

The watches making the most of mesh bracelets, a century-old art

Also called Milanese straps, watch lovers prize mesh bracelets for their tendency to hug wrists. Here's some of the best watches with them.

The 8 best anti-magnetic watches that’ll attract all the right attention

Buying Guides

20.09.25

The 8 best anti-magnetic watches that’ll attract all the right attention

Magnets, how do they work? These watches are designed to resist Gausses and look cool whilst doing so.

How being a professional musician informed my first luxury watch purchase

In Depth

18.09.25

How being a professional musician informed my first luxury watch purchase

Divers need dive watches, soldiers need field watches, but what sort of watches do musicians need?

Watch Education

17.09.25

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How waterproof is your watch?

"How waterproof is my watch?" is a very common question that we get asked here at Time+Tide, so here, we break down what water resistance…

Every MoonSwatch released so far, ranked from best to worst

Lists

01.09.25

Every MoonSwatch released so far, ranked from best to worst

The Swatch x Omega Bioceramic MoonSwatch is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon, but not all variants are equal...

The MoonSwatch is the best thing to happen to the watch industry in the last 10 years

Opinion

31.08.25

The MoonSwatch is the best thing to happen to the watch industry in the last 10 years

No other timepiece has had the same impact inside and outside the world of watches as the collaboration between Omega and Swatch.

11 of the best dress watches making sure you won’t be underdressed in any occasion

Buying Guides

18.08.25

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11 of the best dress watches making sure you won’t be underdressed in any occasion

Dress watches should be minimal, slim and small - and here's some of the best examples you should add to your collection.

New releases from Tudor, Glashütte Original, Formex and more

Last Week in Watches

17.08.25

New releases from Tudor, Glashütte Original, Formex and more

Vivid colours inspired by both the past and the future find their place in this week’s releases, from Germany, China and Switzerland.

Family ties: the Time+Tide Team shares the watches they own that mean the most to them

Lists

16.08.25

Family ties: the Time+Tide Team shares the watches they own that mean the most to them

The Time+Tide team has come together to share the watches with strong family ties and the stories behind their significance.

Omega tweaks the turqouise fumé Seamaster Aqua Terra with an ultra-cool ceramic bezel

Video

14.08.25

Omega tweaks the turqouise fumé Seamaster Aqua Terra with an ultra-cool ceramic bezel

Summery yet sultry, the addition of a black ceramic bezel to these turquoise fumé-dialled Aqua Terras makes a surprising difference.

8 of the most expensive quartz watches that prove you don’t need a mainspring to look like a millionaire

Buying Guides

14.08.25

8 of the most expensive quartz watches that prove you don’t need a mainspring to look like a millionaire

Retro oddballs or haute horlogerie stunners, there's always a time and place for quartz movements, and these are some of the most expensive.

Why exhibition casebacks aren’t always a selling point

Opinion

06.08.25

Why exhibition casebacks aren’t always a selling point

Exhibition casebacks on watches can be magical - but like any overused magic trick, used too often, the wizardry fades, Tom argues.

What is “new” with the latest Snoopy MoonSwatch, the Mission to Earthphase Moonshine Gold?

News

04.08.25

What is “new” with the latest Snoopy MoonSwatch, the Mission to Earthphase Moonshine Gold?

Let's just cut to the chase, and talk about what, if anything, is new here...

11 of the best mechanical watches for smaller wrists

Buying Guides

03.08.25

11 of the best mechanical watches for smaller wrists

Looking for the best watches for a smaller wrist? Zach has you covered.

12 of the best moonphase watches making the most of the romantic complication

Buying Guides

29.07.25

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12 of the best moonphase watches making the most of the romantic complication

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

15 of the best summer watches, from colourful beach bums to refined yacht-dwellers

Buying Guides

27.07.25

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15 of the best summer watches, from colourful beach bums to refined yacht-dwellers

Want to be summer-ready with a new, colourful watch? We've got you covered.

PSA: stop forcing NATO straps on your dressy watches

Opinion

25.07.25

PSA: stop forcing NATO straps on your dressy watches

To NATO or not to NATO? That is the question...

New releases from Breitling, Richard Mille, Tissot and more

Last Week in Watches

20.07.25

New releases from Breitling, Richard Mille, Tissot and more

This is proving to be a summer of very hot watch releases, with highlights including a Tissot Tour de France edition and a new round…

Omega brings a touch of orange to the Seamaster Diver 300M

Video

17.07.25

Omega brings a touch of orange to the Seamaster Diver 300M

Omega releases a new Seamaster Diver 300M with flashes of orange - a summery look for this sweltering summer.

10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today

Buying Guides

16.07.25

10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today

Smoky, sultry, retro and classy: no matter what you call them, fumé dials are a winning look.

13 of the best ceramic watches that won’t show any scuffs for true watch buffs

Buying Guides

13.07.25

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13 of the best ceramic watches that won’t show any scuffs for true watch buffs

Snazzy and scratch-proof: this list contains bold perpetual calendars, stealthy pilot's watches, and unique divers.

Daily meets dressy: 10 of the best watches with robust elegance

Buying Guides

08.07.25

Daily meets dressy: 10 of the best watches with robust elegance

Looking for a watch dressy enough to have a sense of elegance while having specifications that are robust enough for daily wear?

The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Buying Guides

03.07.25

The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

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