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New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

23.03.24

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New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more

The Snoopy MoonSwatch was not the only cool release this past week: there were also hot debuts from independents and a resized icon.

Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? These watches are for you

Buying Guides

23.03.24

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Cinephile, film buff, or otherwise movie obsessed? These watches are for you

From morse code Murph's to classic Casio's, these are some of the best watches for movie nerds to look into.

Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces

Friday Wind Down

15.03.24

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Seiko brings their “Birth & Rebirth” exhibition Down Under, featuring rare vintage watches & Power Design Project pieces

The Seiko Birth & Rebirth pop-up exhibition in Sydney is a must-see.

Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!

Watch Education

10.03.24

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Are compass bezels on watches actually useful? Adam put his Seiko to the test!

Adam pursues his primal instincts of solar navigation with a compass bezel for education and entertainment.

New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more

Last Week in Watches

09.03.24

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New releases from Audemars Piguet, Louis Vuitton, Omega and more

A special John Mayer collab with AP, a road sign-inspired Mr Jones and a nature-clad LV trio all released this past week.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

Lists

02.03.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Melbourne

The decision has been made, the dollars have been saved. Time to buy a new watch. Only issue is, where to do it in Melbourne?

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Sydney

Lists

26.02.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Sydney

Where to purchase a watch in the Harbour City? Well - here's a place to start!

The best beater watches, as picked by our Instagram followers

Watch Culture

20.02.24

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The best beater watches, as picked by our Instagram followers

Come for the G-Shocks and Seikos, but stay for the tourbillon-equipped independents and daily wearer Breguets.

Which watches punch above their weight class? Here’s what you had to say

Watch Culture

04.02.24

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Which watches punch above their weight class? Here’s what you had to say

Some watches far exceed the expectations set by their price tags.

Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Lists

23.01.24

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Five of the most influential watch designers and their creations

Yes, a certain Gérald Genta is on this list, but he's not the only notable watch designer.

New releases from Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Blancpain and more

Last Week in Watches

14.01.24

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New releases from Bell & Ross, Ulysse Nardin, Blancpain and more

Brands usher in the Year of the Dragon with varied releases, Seiko does their thing, and a new 'Thrifty Fathoms'.

Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?

Opinion

09.01.24

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Is the OG Seiko SKX still worth its premium?

We revisit everyone's favourite entry-level diver. Does its charm excuse the fact it's no longer affordable?

New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more

Last Week in Watches

07.01.24

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New releases from Franck Muller, Seiko, Otsuka Lotec and more

2024 kicks off with an independent-dominated collection of releases.

In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023

Lists

30.12.23

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In a packed year of releases, these are the top 5 Seiko watches of 2023

Seiko released dozens of watches this year - we've whittled it down to the 5 best.

The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko

Lists

27.12.23

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The three watches Buffy wore most in 2023 – Seiko, Seiko, and Seiko

Buffy Seikoed-out for 2023 after snagging an unbelievable bargain.

The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève

Lists

24.12.23

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The three watches Borna wore most in 2023 – Tudor, Seiko, Universal Genève

With two clear stand-outs, Borna found it somewhat challenging to figure out his third most-worn watch of the year.

New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more

Last Week in Watches

26.11.23

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New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more

After last week's Dubai Watch Week madness, you would think there would be a bit of a slowdown in terms of watch releases - but…

Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours

Hands On

25.11.23

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Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours

Seiko continues to treat Australian fans with yet another special edition, this time focused on the azure seas of the Whitsunday Islands.

A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965

Introducing

23.11.23

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A reinvented flagship – the Seiko Prospex Marinemaster 1965

59 years on, Seiko debuts three new Marinemasters, paying homage to not only Seiko's first diver but also the first Japanese dive watch.

The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration

Introducing

27.10.23

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The Seiko Prospex SPB411 stays true to its vintage inspiration

Seiko pays tribute to the brand's first-ever dual-time watch, going all the way back to 1968 for inspiration.

New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

Last Week in Watches

08.10.23

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New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

The theme of many of this week's releases is a return to more vintage proportions... But those with more substantial wrists need not worry, either.

The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

Hands On

01.10.23

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The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

The new Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50J takes inspiration from an Australian whisky distillery's bespoke cocktail

Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

Friday Wind Down

22.09.23

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Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

We discuss the Queen frontman's humble Seiko, the semi-finalists for the inaugural Louis Vuitton Watch Prize as well as rare vintage Vacherons making their way…

The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”

Hands On

16.09.23

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The Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition SRPK39 is a badass tribute to “The Little Dragon”

As a cultural icon and famous wearer of the brand, Seiko is honouring Bruce Lee with the SRPK39 Seiko 5 Sports Bruce Lee Limited Edition.

New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more

Last Week in Watches

10.09.23

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New releases from Zenith, Seiko, JLC and more

Even if you say you are not going to buy one of them, you were probably eagerly waiting for the new Swatch x Blancpain collaboration.…

9 Dungeons & Dragons races and the watches they’d wear

Lists

17.08.23

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9 Dungeons & Dragons races and the watches they’d wear

The popularity of Dungeons & Dragons is at an all-time high, since nerd culture became pop culture and TV shows like Stranger Things boosted sales…

Everything you need to know about dial finishing

Watch Education

15.08.23

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Everything you need to know about dial finishing

When you look at a watch, what’s the first thing you notice? Do you immediately comment on the movement, or perhaps case finishing? Of course…

New releases from Breitling, Norqain, Oris and more

Last Week in Watches

13.08.23

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New releases from Breitling, Norqain, Oris and more

This week was a little surprising with Breitling quietly releasing several models (including a limited edition) and a couple of independents who presented classically inspired…

The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower

Introducing

08.08.23

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The King Seiko SJE095 takes its dial inspiration from Japan’s national flower

The King Seiko SJE095 highlights a chrysanthemum pattern as Japan’s national flower. The case is based on the original King Seiko from 1965 with an…

A Question of Time: 10 questions with the Time+Tide team – D.C. Hannay

Interview

06.08.23

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A Question of Time: 10 questions with the Time+Tide team – D.C. Hannay

Editor’s Note: What makes the Time+Tide team tick? That’s what we want to try and uncover in this new series that will turn the spotlight…

Seiko dive back into 1965 (and 2017) with the SJE093

Introducing

11.07.23

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Seiko dive back into 1965 (and 2017) with the SJE093

The Seiko SJE093 is a faithful recreation of the 62MAS from 1965. It can be seen as an updated version of the SLA017 from 2017…

The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original

Hands On

01.07.23

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The slender new King Seiko collection channels the retro elegance of the 1965 original

The ‘60s were an important era for Seiko, as it saw the introduction of both the Grand Seiko and King Seiko lines. Originally launched to…

Hands On

13.06.23

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HANDS-ON: The Seiko 5 Sports retro colour collection

With its incredibly expansive catalogue of references and huge production numbers, the original Seiko 5 collection still feels like a pillar of the watchmaking landscape.…

A new three-day movement for the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Open Heart

Introducing

09.05.23

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A new three-day movement for the Seiko Presage Sharp Edged Open Heart

Two new variants, the SPB415 and SPB417 join the Seiko Sharp Edged Series The 6R5J movement debuts with 72 hours of power reserve New details…

Why the Seiko SKX became the gateway drug for a million watch nerds

The Icons

09.05.23

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Why the Seiko SKX became the gateway drug for a million watch nerds

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the…

Five alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay 54, since you already can’t get one

Lists

05.05.23

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Five alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay 54, since you already can’t get one

As soon as Tudor was founded as an affordable offshoot of Rolex, their cult popularity began. Even so, I don’t think many people could have…

The storied history of the Seiko mechanical chronograph

In Depth

28.04.23

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The storied history of the Seiko mechanical chronograph

Occupying a unique spot in the world of watchmaking, Seiko’s offerings provide an incredible span of diversity – from entry-level quartz pieces to haute horlogerie…

The best part of waking up: 5 awesome alarm clocks for watch collectors

Lists

22.04.23

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The best part of waking up: 5 awesome alarm clocks for watch collectors

If you’re a horological junkie, there are better ways to rouse yourself from Dreamland than your iPhone. For the totally hardcore watch aficionado, you could…

Seiko grows the SKX-style 5 Sports lineup by shrinking the case

Hands On

22.04.23

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Seiko grows the SKX-style 5 Sports lineup by shrinking the case

Seiko’s popular 5 Sports line grows with 4 versions in a new 38mm case size Four dial colours are available from launch, including a still-trendy…

Versus

19.03.23

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VERSUS: The Seiko Prospex Turtle takes on the Citizen Promaster Dive for entry-level underwater supremacy

It’s another knock-down, drag-out street fight here on Versus, and this match-up pits two classic divers, the current version of the venerable Seiko Turtle against…

The watches James Brittain-McVey of The Vamps took on the band’s European tour

Pop Culture

18.03.23

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The watches James Brittain-McVey of The Vamps took on the band’s European tour

James Brittain-McVey of The Vamps fame is a true rock-star in every sense of the word, bar one. Instead of sex, drugs and rock and…

GMTs galore! Seiko introduces the Prospex SPB381, SPB383 and SPB385

Introducing

18.03.23

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GMTs galore! Seiko introduces the Prospex SPB381, SPB383 and SPB385

Many new releases from Seiko rely on inspiration from the brand’s rich back catalogue, and the case of the new Prospex GMT 1968 Diver’s Re-interpretation…

Introducing

11.03.23

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series delivers exquisite dials in porcelain, enamel and lacquer

Seiko are celebrating their 110th anniversary of making wristwatches. The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series pays tribute to traditional Japanese techniques. The four dials cover enamel,…

The Seiko SLA069 Naomi Uemura pays homage to Japan’s most famed explorer

Introducing

08.03.23

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The Seiko SLA069 Naomi Uemura pays homage to Japan’s most famed explorer

Introducing the Seiko SLA069 Naomi Uemura Limited Edition, with cues of glacial colours Inspired by the conquests of one of Japan’s best-known explorers Powered by…

10 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

Lists

07.03.23

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10 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

The legendary designer reportedly penned over 100,000 watches... Here's 10 of the best.

New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary

Introducing

14.02.23

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New dials and dimensions for the King Seiko 110th Anniversary

Though the story of Seiko began almost 150 years ago, the first wristwatch wouldn’t come until three decades later, in 1913 with the Seiko Laurel.…

Video

12.02.23

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VIDEO: The Seiko Prospex SRPJ35 & SNJ039 bring new colours to cult classics

Seiko is back with two new limited editions in their Prospex tool watch line, and they both feature a bright new colourway that evokes the…

Game time: Fly your team’s colours with these Super Bowl MVPs

Pop Culture

11.02.23

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Game time: Fly your team’s colours with these Super Bowl MVPs

We thought it’d be fun to showcase some team-adjacent watches to match your game day gear. Check out these Super Bowl MVPs.

Introducing

06.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Seiko Speedtimer Mechanical Chronograph SRQ045 conjures black magic from a historical stopwatch

Seiko’s latest addition to the Speedtimer line of chronographs sports a sinister new black finish The 8R46 column wheel caliber offers solid value for an…

Bargain alert: How you could snag 4 vintage Seikos for $44

Lists

05.02.23

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Bargain alert: How you could snag 4 vintage Seikos for $44

In the internet age it’s become almost impossible to find a real bargain. People who don’t know what they have, can easily find out an…

10 of the best and most random 2022 Seiko limited editions

Buying Guides

21.01.23

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10 of the best and most random 2022 Seiko limited editions

Well-known for releasing copious numbers of limited and special editions, Seiko have a seemingly non-depletable source of inspiration to plumb. So we thought we’d look…