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Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy

Opinion

29.12.20

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Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy

Sometimes you get a horological itch that you just have to scratch. My latest is focused on the verdant charm of a green Rolex. But…

RECOMMENDED READING: MJJ Exclusive is where Europe’s top footballers buy their bling

Pop Culture

28.12.20

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Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?

Nothing over $1 million can really be called a bargain. Particularly when it’s a mere wristwatch from the Swinging Sixties. Yet we all know the…

From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame

Pop Culture

26.12.20

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From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame

Basketball is back and not in the bubble! But while the players battle it out on the court, as always, an equally fascinating sideshow will…

Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Pop Culture

25.12.20

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Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Engraving a watch will generally dent it's resale value, unless you're a celebrity as these famous watch engravings show.

5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now

Lists

23.12.20

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5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now

When it comes to buying vintage watches, the phrase “buy the seller” should always be at the back of your mind. That’s because trust is…

Battle Royale: Let’s get ready to rumble! Which is the ultimate Rolex GMT-Master?

Pop Culture

21.12.20

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Battle Royale: Let’s get ready to rumble! Which is the ultimate Rolex GMT-Master?

OK, this was a tough challenge and an ugly battle predictably ensued. Essentially, we which is the ultimate Rolex GMT Master? From classic Coke to…

Five people who made watches sexy again…

Pop Culture

19.12.20

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Five people who made watches sexy again…

One of the reasons that watch collecting is so fascinating is its thematic diversity. A timepiece is a wrist-bound intersection for history, culture and the…

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Thank you for making our Bamford collab, our first-ever watch, a winner, we love you

Introducing

18.12.20

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Thank you for making our Bamford collab, our first-ever watch, a winner, we love you

For anyone who spends a lot of time on social media, and cruises around Time+Tide’s Instagram on a regular basis, they’ll probably already know that…

Lord of the bling: 8 watches that prove diamonds can also be a man’s best friend

Lists

17.12.20

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Lord of the bling: 8 watches that prove diamonds can also be a man’s best friend

Many guys dismiss the idea of wearing a diamond watch out of fear it’ll seem ludicrously over the top. Admittedly, countless celebrities rock blinged-out watches…

“I’m just addicted to the thrill of the chase”: Confessions of a Rolex flipper

Opinion

17.12.20

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“I’m just addicted to the thrill of the chase”: Confessions of a Rolex flipper

Hi, my name’s Matt and I’m a watch degenerate … I don’t really want to be. I honestly go into every watch purchase with the…

Chalky brights and sexy sorbets – 5 of the best pastel watches of 2020

Lists

14.12.20

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Chalky brights and sexy sorbets – 5 of the best pastel watches of 2020

It doesn’t matter whether you’re in Aussie summer or the Northern Hemisphere winter, whether locked down or suddenly released, we need colours in our lives…

Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

Pop Culture

09.12.20

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Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

Have you ever wondered what racing cars and auction rooms have in common? In a 2006 publication, neurosurgeon Dr Eric Watkins published evidence that a…

LIST: Zach Blass’ 5 favourite articles of 2020

Lists

09.12.20

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LIST: Zach Blass’ 5 favourite articles of 2020

The year is coming to a close (thank heavens) and there is a brighter horizon to look forward to in the coming months. However, there…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 9 – Dumi Oburota, the man who launched Tinie Tempah, has a collection to envy

Pop Culture

09.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 9 – Dumi Oburota, the man who launched Tinie Tempah, has a collection to envy

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. In this series,…

LIST: Nick Kenyon’s 6 favourite articles of 2020

Lists

07.12.20

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LIST: Nick Kenyon’s 6 favourite articles of 2020

I love this time of year. Not only because the weather is nicer and the Christmas break is on the horizon, but because it offers…

We got it dead wrong. So, which colour Rolex OP 36 2020 models sold for the highest price at the recent Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction?

News

05.12.20

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We got it dead wrong. So, which colour Rolex OP 36 2020 models sold for the highest price at the recent Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction?

Last week, Phillips held their latest watch auction in Hong Kong: the Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction XI. As per usual, there were some very…

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite ever watchspot in a movie, from Le Chiffre to Le Gosling

Pop Culture

05.12.20

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The Time+Tide team pick their favourite ever watchspot in a movie, from Le Chiffre to Le Gosling

This year has been the year of “stay at home”, resulting in a sort of carte blanche to binge all the televisions series and movies…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

Interview

04.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. In this series…

Gang robs UK celebrities to steal watches by Patek, Rolex and Cartier in £26 million haul

Pop Culture

02.12.20

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Gang robs UK celebrities to steal watches by Patek, Rolex and Cartier in £26 million haul

An international gang flew into London to carry out a 13-day burglary spree on the homes of the rich and famous that netted them a…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 2 – James Marks, International Watch Specialist at Phillips Gallery London

Pop Culture

02.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 2 – James Marks, International Watch Specialist at Phillips Gallery London

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. In this series,…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 1 – Johnny Dowell aka King Nerd and his Bamford G-Shock, vintage Omega and more

Pop Culture

01.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 1 – Johnny Dowell aka King Nerd and his Bamford G-Shock, vintage Omega and more

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. Based in…

Place your bets! Which Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2020 dial colour will sell for the highest price at the Hong Kong Watch Auction later today?

News

28.11.20

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Place your bets! Which Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2020 dial colour will sell for the highest price at the Hong Kong Watch Auction later today?

This year’s Melbourne Cup is over, but now there’s an exciting new race, with the runners and riders taking horological form. That’s because this Sunday,…

Sean Wallace’s Rolex Datejust in Gangs of London shows that the watch doesn’t always maketh the man

Pop Culture

27.11.20

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Sean Wallace’s Rolex Datejust in Gangs of London shows that the watch doesn’t always maketh the man

Too often in a TV drama, a character’s watch is just a random accessory lobbed in by the wardrobe department at the last minute. Yet…

The most expensive watches sold on eBay in 2020

Lists

25.11.20

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The most expensive watches sold on eBay in 2020

With eBay being one of the largest marketplaces in the world, the go-to platform for sellers looking to find buyers for their goods, it can…

#kicktock: The party’s on in this matchup of bright colours from Rolex and Puma x Porsche

Opinion

22.11.20

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#kicktock: The party’s on in this matchup of bright colours from Rolex and Puma x Porsche

While you adjust your sunnies, so as not to be blinded by the yellow and baby blue show, let’s ask some pressing questions. Do we…

Rolex Datejust Michael Jordan gifted his personal security guard up for auction, current bid under $3K

Pop Culture

21.11.20

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Rolex Datejust Michael Jordan gifted his personal security guard up for auction, current bid under $3K

Earlier this year, the amazing docu-series from ESPN & Netflix The Last Dance gave viewers an intimate look into the dynasty, the mind and the life…

Is it a bad idea to wear a better watch than your boss?

Opinion

21.11.20

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Is it a bad idea to wear a better watch than your boss?

There’s a reason why office dress codes are more confusing than ever. On the whole, they no longer exist. Unless you’re obliged to wear a…

WHY I BOUGHT IT: My Tudor Oyster Prince has the Rolex stamp of approval, without the price tag

Pop Culture

17.11.20

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WHY I BOUGHT IT: My Tudor Oyster Prince has the Rolex stamp of approval, without the price tag

To the average punter, casual enthusiast or proper aficionado, there is one brand that manages to muscle itself into just about every current conversation about…

The white dial Rolex Explorer II 16570 is an ice-cold classic hiding in plain sight

Opinion

17.11.20

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The white dial Rolex Explorer II 16570 is an ice-cold classic hiding in plain sight

Editor’s note: With many expecting (or more accurately hoping) for an Rolex Explorer refresh come 2021, we wanted to revisit that time in 2018 when…

EDITOR’S PICK: We covered rockstars last week, but let’s revisit rappers…

Opinion

16.11.20

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EDITOR’S PICK: We covered rockstars last week, but let’s revisit rappers…

We recently published a trilogy of stories as part of our Rockstars Rocking Vintage series and it got us thinking … but what about rappers?…

UPDATED: The complete list of Bond watches – now including “No Time to Die”

Lists

14.11.20

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UPDATED: The complete list of Bond watches – now including “No Time to Die”

Editor’s note: Before you ask, yes we have a date. April 2, 2021. It ain’t exactly days away, but at least we know how long the…

#shitcollectorssay Reader’s Choice: These are the three phrases you don’t want watch media to misuse anymore

Opinion

14.11.20

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#shitcollectorssay Reader’s Choice: These are the three phrases you don’t want watch media to misuse anymore

Earlier this week, we shared our thoughts on phrases we are completely guilty of using at times, but wondered if it would be best to…

Micro Mondays

09.11.20

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MICRO MONDAYS: A proper backstory to the Bamford Watch Department, the rebel modder that turned into a watch brand

Watch modification is now rampant throughout the watch community. From modded Seiko watches to blacked-out Rolex Milgauss pieces in Hollywood, a desire to personalise a…

Cut costs, not quality: 5 superb Rolex Explorer alternatives, including Grand Seiko, Tudor and more

Lists

07.11.20

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Cut costs, not quality: 5 superb Rolex Explorer alternatives, including Grand Seiko, Tudor and more

I’m not alone in considering the Rolex Explorer one of the best examples of clean, sharp, monochromatic watches out there. But it’s fair to ask…

10 of the best sports watches of 2020 over $10K, with Rolex, Grand Seiko and Moser

Lists

07.11.20

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10 of the best sports watches of 2020 over $10K, with Rolex, Grand Seiko and Moser

Yesterday we explored the Top 10 sports watches under $10,000, but if you are willing to stretch your budget, there is an entirely new tier…

#shitcollectorssay: Dear everyone, please stop saying these six phrases. Thanks in advance.

Opinion

07.11.20

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#shitcollectorssay: Dear everyone, please stop saying these six phrases. Thanks in advance.

Editor’s note: Andrew here. And of course I’m chiming in because I’m nervous. Which is a polite word for the Australian equivalent: shitscared. For example,…

Friday Wind Down

06.11.20

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The five most inflated Rolex references may surprise you, and plenty more

If you read Time+Tide regularly, you’ll know that stainless steel Rolex watches are almost exclusively more expensive on the secondary market than they are at…

8 watches that might just be sub-$10k bargains at Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XII

Lists

05.11.20

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8 watches that might just be sub-$10k bargains at Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XII

Let’s face it, watch auctions can be a little bit intimidating. The big players in the watch game are centuries-old organisations, with Christie’s and Sotheby’s…

Boston goes 50% bigger than Vegas with largest Rolex showroom in America to open next month

News

05.11.20

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Boston goes 50% bigger than Vegas with largest Rolex showroom in America to open next month

WatchPro published an article today announcing the largest Rolex showroom in America is set to open in Boston in December. Originally meant to open earlier…

Retail versus secondhand: which 5 Rolex models have the most inflated prices on the seconds market?

Lists

03.11.20

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Retail versus secondhand: which 5 Rolex models have the most inflated prices on the seconds market?

Rolex watches are a universal status symbol, and among the most recognisable luxury items on the planet. The craze over their timepieces has never been…

You voted on your favourite Fantasy Watch Collection 10K and the winner is…

Opinion

31.10.20

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You voted on your favourite Fantasy Watch Collection 10K and the winner is…

The people have spoken, and it is clear that within the Fantasy Watch Collection 10K I was the people’s champion. I take great pride in…

Trump versus Biden: Forget politics, whose watch collection do you prefer?

Pop Culture

31.10.20

20643

Trump versus Biden: Forget politics, whose watch collection do you prefer?

We will have to wait to see who wins the election next week in the race for the presidency of the United States. In the…

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 3 – Wilsdorf Watches

Pop Culture

30.10.20

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Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 3 – Wilsdorf Watches

In this final instalment of the Rockstars Rocking Vintage trilogy, we see two famous musicians go the way of Wilsdorf. He founded both Tudor and…

How much value does the “Celebrity X Factor” add to the hammer price at auctions?

Pop Culture

30.10.20

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How much value does the “Celebrity X Factor” add to the hammer price at auctions?

Editors note: While you might think these uncertain times would lead to a decline in luxury spending, auction houses are still raking in a great…

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 2 – Paul Newman Daytonas only

Pop Culture

29.10.20

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Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 2 – Paul Newman Daytonas only

Ever since the “panda” dial Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sold for the GDP of a small African nation, it’s become the preserve of mega-rich rockstars…

Found a Patek or a Daytona at a suspiciously low price? It could be stolen stock from Amsterdam Vintage Watches. Check the serial numbers here…

News

28.10.20

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Found a Patek or a Daytona at a suspiciously low price? It could be stolen stock from Amsterdam Vintage Watches. Check the serial numbers here…

The luxury watch industry is only growing around the world, and with many online publishers covering the world of horology extensively it has never been…

How did this Rolex get past QA? Revisiting the suspicious case of the ‘Double 9’ Air-King…

Watch Reviews

28.10.20

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How did this Rolex get past QA? Revisiting the suspicious case of the ‘Double 9’ Air-King…

Editor’s note: It seems to be yet another sub-sub-sub-culture within the watch collecting community. And that is the people that get some kind of a…

The three most common answers to why the hell you’d wear a watch in lockdown?

Pop Culture

27.10.20

20822

The three most common answers to why the hell you’d wear a watch in lockdown?

For many of you reading, COVID-19 is the virus that will. Not. Go. Away. At first, for most, it was a bit of a quirky…

That time David Beckham wore a blacked-out Rolex Sea-Dweller courtside, with a custom Tudor thrown in

Pop Culture

23.10.20

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That time David Beckham wore a blacked-out Rolex Sea-Dweller courtside, with a custom Tudor thrown in

Earlier in the week we uncovered a group of celebrities whose daily weapon of choice is not just a modded Rolex, but a modded Milgauss.…

Biver looks to 2021 and says that “most brands will have a V-shaped recovery” to the pandemic

Pop Culture

23.10.20

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Biver looks to 2021 and says that “most brands will have a V-shaped recovery” to the pandemic

We recently reported on Jean-Claude Biver’s view of the pandemic, after he sat down on a Zoom call with our European Editor Mike. The larger…

Rolex

Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy

RECOMMENDED READING: MJJ Exclusive is where Europe’s top footballers buy their bling

Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?

From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame

Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now

Battle Royale: Let’s get ready to rumble! Which is the ultimate Rolex GMT-Master?

Five people who made watches sexy again…

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Thank you for making our Bamford collab, our first-ever watch, a winner, we love you

Lord of the bling: 8 watches that prove diamonds can also be a man’s best friend

“I’m just addicted to the thrill of the chase”: Confessions of a Rolex flipper

Chalky brights and sexy sorbets – 5 of the best pastel watches of 2020

Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

LIST: Zach Blass’ 5 favourite articles of 2020

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 9 – Dumi Oburota, the man who launched Tinie Tempah, has a collection to envy

LIST: Nick Kenyon’s 6 favourite articles of 2020

We got it dead wrong. So, which colour Rolex OP 36 2020 models sold for the highest price at the recent Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction?

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite ever watchspot in a movie, from Le Chiffre to Le Gosling

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

Gang robs UK celebrities to steal watches by Patek, Rolex and Cartier in £26 million haul

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 2 – James Marks, International Watch Specialist at Phillips Gallery London

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 1 – Johnny Dowell aka King Nerd and his Bamford G-Shock, vintage Omega and more

Place your bets! Which Rolex Oyster Perpetual 2020 dial colour will sell for the highest price at the Hong Kong Watch Auction later today?

Sean Wallace’s Rolex Datejust in Gangs of London shows that the watch doesn’t always maketh the man

The most expensive watches sold on eBay in 2020

#kicktock: The party’s on in this matchup of bright colours from Rolex and Puma x Porsche

Rolex Datejust Michael Jordan gifted his personal security guard up for auction, current bid under $3K

Is it a bad idea to wear a better watch than your boss?

WHY I BOUGHT IT: My Tudor Oyster Prince has the Rolex stamp of approval, without the price tag

The white dial Rolex Explorer II 16570 is an ice-cold classic hiding in plain sight

EDITOR’S PICK: We covered rockstars last week, but let’s revisit rappers…

UPDATED: The complete list of Bond watches – now including “No Time to Die”

#shitcollectorssay Reader’s Choice: These are the three phrases you don’t want watch media to misuse anymore

MICRO MONDAYS: A proper backstory to the Bamford Watch Department, the rebel modder that turned into a watch brand

Cut costs, not quality: 5 superb Rolex Explorer alternatives, including Grand Seiko, Tudor and more

10 of the best sports watches of 2020 over $10K, with Rolex, Grand Seiko and Moser

#shitcollectorssay: Dear everyone, please stop saying these six phrases. Thanks in advance.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The five most inflated Rolex references may surprise you, and plenty more

8 watches that might just be sub-$10k bargains at Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XII

Boston goes 50% bigger than Vegas with largest Rolex showroom in America to open next month

Retail versus secondhand: which 5 Rolex models have the most inflated prices on the seconds market?

You voted on your favourite Fantasy Watch Collection 10K and the winner is…

Trump versus Biden: Forget politics, whose watch collection do you prefer?

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 3 – Wilsdorf Watches

How much value does the “Celebrity X Factor” add to the hammer price at auctions?

Rockstars rocking vintage watches, Part 2 – Paul Newman Daytonas only

Found a Patek or a Daytona at a suspiciously low price? It could be stolen stock from Amsterdam Vintage Watches. Check the serial numbers here…

How did this Rolex get past QA? Revisiting the suspicious case of the ‘Double 9’ Air-King…

The three most common answers to why the hell you’d wear a watch in lockdown?

That time David Beckham wore a blacked-out Rolex Sea-Dweller courtside, with a custom Tudor thrown in

Biver looks to 2021 and says that “most brands will have a V-shaped recovery” to the pandemic