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The Seiko x Neighborhood dive watch is awesome. Here are 5 watches that (maybe) inspired it including Tudor, Rolex and more
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The Seiko x Neighborhood dive watch is awesome. Here are 5 watches that (maybe) inspired it including Tudor, Rolex and more

Sexy red details combined with vintage inspiration is a marriage made in horological heaven with all Big Box brands wanting in on the game. The…
Kardashian family splashes out 300K on Rolex watches as gifts to film crew after final season of KUWTK wraps
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Kardashian family splashes out 300K on Rolex watches as gifts to film crew after final season of KUWTK wraps

OK, I am not going to pretend this show was part of my television diet, but Keeping up with the Kardashians has undoubtedly been a…
5 vintage finds you can pick up on eBay right now
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5 vintage finds you can pick up on eBay right now

If you’re a regular reader of Time+Tide, you’re likely to sit somewhere on the scale of watch addiction. From unrelenting curiosity to full-blown collecting mania,…
Collector Jack Wong has accidentally discovered one of Rolex’s hidden secrets…
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Collector Jack Wong has accidentally discovered one of Rolex’s hidden secrets…

Most owners of a platinum Rolex would be fearful of tampering with such an insanely valuable watch. One false move, after all, could eventuate in…
IN-DEPTH: The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36
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IN-DEPTH: The ‘other’ pink watch: Why I bought the Grand Seiko SBGA413 instead of waiting for the pink Rolex OP 36

When the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 36 was announced back in September, I was pleasantly surprised by the colourful Stella-inspired dials. Like a pack of Starburst…
EDITOR’S PICK: Jay-Z versus Drake – which hip-hop superstar has the more eye-popping watch collection?
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EDITOR’S PICK: Jay-Z versus Drake – which hip-hop superstar has the more eye-popping watch collection?

Last year, James Robinson covered the wristwear of two of the biggest superstars in the game both known for their killer timepieces – Drake and…
You’re not the only one whose grail watch is on a rubber strap. Here are 5 of the most desirable
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You’re not the only one whose grail watch is on a rubber strap. Here are 5 of the most desirable

The term “grail watch” is used to refer to the ultimate collection piece. It might be a rare vintage treasure or a modern horological marvel…
IN-DEPTH: Why the Rolex GMT-Master II “Bat Girl” trumps the original Caped Crusader
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IN-DEPTH: Why the Rolex GMT-Master II “Bat Girl” trumps the original Caped Crusader

Rolex … oh dear, Rolex … love the watches, hate the limited amount of product available. As much as it would be easy to chalk…
2021 Watch Predictions: Will the Tudor Black Bay 58 replace the 41mm line-up?
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2021 Watch Predictions: Will the Tudor Black Bay 58 replace the 41mm line-up?

Look, I don’t have a crystal ball that can tell me which new watches will or will not drop this year. But when people raise…
The three watches Zach wore most in 2020: Tudor, Grand Seiko and Rolex
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The three watches Zach wore most in 2020: Tudor, Grand Seiko and Rolex

Editor’s note: You may note one watch gets more air time in this article than the other two. When we originally tasked our team to put…
From Daniel Craig to Ronaldo Jr, six watches we never expected to spot on these wrists…
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From Daniel Craig to Ronaldo Jr, six watches we never expected to spot on these wrists…

Who doesn’t love a good watch spot? You know you’re in the presence of a true watch geek if they feel the need to pause…
5 New Year’s resolutions for the watch world to stick to in 2021
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5 New Year’s resolutions for the watch world to stick to in 2021

This year has sucked with the suction power of an industrial vacuum cleaner hoovering up a barrel full of straws. So we all hope that…
The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?
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The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?

“It’s the million dollar elephant in the room,” says Eric Ku, the world-renowned watch expert and dealer. “Why can nobody get anything now?” He’s referring…
The three watches Andrew wore most in 2020: Rolex, DOXA and Longines
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The three watches Andrew wore most in 2020: Rolex, DOXA and Longines

I’d almost have to include a ‘ghost watch’ in my three, as there was a long period, at the height of our first lockdown, where…
RECOMMENDED WATCHING: The most complicated Rolex available today
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RECOMMENDED WATCHING: The most complicated Rolex available today

The Rolex Sky-Dweller is an underrated watch. Hell, you can still sometimes find precious metal examples of this hefty-cased wristwatch in Rolex boutiques. Try doing…
The Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive
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The Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive

Let’s all just close our eyes for a moment and imagine the perfect watch. It would surely need to be something versatile, simple, but with…
Material gains: what’s the deal with steel and what type is the best for watchmaking?
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Material gains: what’s the deal with steel and what type is the best for watchmaking?

Whether it’s a bespoke luxury piece, a tough tool watch or even a daily diver, stainless steel is still watchmaking’s primary material of choice. Yet…
Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy
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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
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RECOMMENDED READING: MJJ Exclusive is where Europe’s top footballers buy their bling

When you’re a 25-year-old footballer earning upwards of £100,000 a week, a standard luxury watch can feel a little pedestrian. As Esquire UK’s Finlay Renwick…
Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?
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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…
Five wildly desirable alternatives to the blue dial Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41
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Five wildly desirable alternatives to the blue dial Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41

The Rolex Oyster Perpetual 41 is a definite contender for “The Only Watch You’ll Ever Need” category. With its classic dark blue sunray dial, the…
From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame
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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
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Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Engraving a watch has zero functional value. It’s a highly personal move that’s made with the heart not the head – indeed many would argue…
5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now
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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?
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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…
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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?
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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
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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
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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…
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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”
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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
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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…