Universal Geneve Archives - Time+Tide Watches

16.10.26

Hublot’s next big move, Grand Seiko’s design secrets, and Serica’s unexpected partnership

Hublot’s next chapter, Grand Seiko’s design philosophy, and Serica’s unexpected Peugeot collaboration headline this week’s watch news.

Universal Genève Is Back: Inside the Relaunch With Gregory Bruttin | House of Brands Ep. 3

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10.10.26

Universal Genève Is Back: Inside the Relaunch With Gregory Bruttin | House of Brands Ep. 3

Universal Genève is back, and it’s sitting right at the top of the House of Brands pyramid. In Episode 3 of House of Brands, Russell…

Watches and Wonders 2027 welcomes Breitling and even more into the fold

Friday Wind Down

26.06.26

Watches and Wonders 2027 welcomes Breitling and even more into the fold

Next year's major trade show looks to expand even more with the addition of the House of Brands and even more.

New releases from Ressence, M.A.D. Editions, Rexhep Rexhepi and more

Last Week in Watches

12.04.26

New releases from Ressence, M.A.D. Editions, Rexhep Rexhepi and more

This has been an incredible week for independent watchmaking. Ressence has announced its first-ever in-house movement, M.A.D. is presenting two new editions for those who…

The how and why of Universal Genève’s revival, or the ramblings of a UG romantic

Opinion

08.04.26

The how and why of Universal Genève’s revival, or the ramblings of a UG romantic

When a brand that carries as much prestige in the collecting community as Universal Geneve comes back, there will be some questions.

Nina is back in spirit with the revived Universal Genève Compax collection, complete with a micro-rotor movement

Introducing

08.04.26

Nina is back in spirit with the revived Universal Genève Compax collection, complete with a micro-rotor movement

As part of the brand's relaunch, we have the resurrection of one of its most iconic models, flanked by a few fun iterations.

The Universal Genève Polerouter relaunches in force, with no less than 11 new models

Introducing

08.04.26

The Universal Genève Polerouter relaunches in force, with no less than 11 new models

The Polerouter is finally back and with a bang of 11 references across the newly launched range, with plenty of variety to discover.

The Time+Tide Team assembles their ideal affordable three watch collections

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24.02.26

The Time+Tide Team assembles their ideal affordable three watch collections

The challenge: pick 3 watches, each has to be US$5,000 or less, and no doubling-up on brands. Here's what the team chose.

The three watches Russell wore most in 2025 are…

Lists

14.01.26

The three watches Russell wore most in 2025 are…

It has been a year of change for Russell, and that means a shift in what he has had on his wrist throughout 2025.

The three watches Borna wore most in 2025 are…

Lists

01.01.26

The three watches Borna wore most in 2025 are…

Another year gone, and another year of looking back at what has been and figuring out which three watches accompanied me along the way. As…

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.

Will third time be the charm for a revived Universal Genève?

Opinion

11.11.25

Will third time be the charm for a revived Universal Genève?

Universal Genève's recently-released Tribute to “The Nina” Compax collection has us musing about the future of this soon-to-be revived brand.

New releases from Universal Genève, Minase, Vacheron Constantin and more

Last Week in Watches

09.11.25

New releases from Universal Genève, Minase, Vacheron Constantin and more

Vacheron Constantin has followed up its boatload of Les Cabinotiers La Quête piece uniques with additional Chinese Zodiac novelties.

11 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

Lists

29.05.25

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11 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

The legendary designer reportedly penned over 100,000 watches... Here are 11 of the best.

12 of the best watches putting the macro lens on the micro-rotor

Buying Guides

02.05.25

12 of the best watches putting the macro lens on the micro-rotor

From affordable micro-rotor micros to high-end wonders pushing the complication forward, these are the best micro-rotor watches around.

The 15 best chronographs for timing everything from car races to coffee brewing

Buying Guides

10.03.25

The 15 best chronographs for timing everything from car races to coffee brewing

We've put together a list of some of the best chronograph watches on the market today that span the breadth of this popular category.

10 of the best racing watches, including budget timers, iconic chronographs, and surprising tourbillons

Buying Guides

02.03.25

10 of the best racing watches, including budget timers, iconic chronographs, and surprising tourbillons

Racing and watches - name a better love story than that.

3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

Buying Guides

24.02.25

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3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

Can you still get a good watch for under $50? Of course, but the options are dwindling.

Opinion

17.02.25

Why you should wear a broken watch

Wearing watches that don't work seems sacrilegious for a watch writer - but Buffy makes the case for wearing timepieces that don't tick.

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

Lists

12.02.25

8 of the best watches from the golden era of the 1950s

The 1950s could be considered an era of horological renaissance, and these are the watches that defined it.

Racing legend Jacky Ickx wowed watch fans at a Sydney dinner with Chopard this week

Friday Wind Down

07.02.25

Racing legend Jacky Ickx wowed watch fans at a Sydney dinner with Chopard this week

The motorsports icon, who at age 80 shows no signs of slowing down, captivated Sydney's watch and racing aficionados this week.

Will Smith marks his award show return with a stunning vintage Universal Genève Polerouter

Pop Culture

03.02.25

Will Smith marks his award show return with a stunning vintage Universal Genève Polerouter

Will Smith wears a vintage Polerouter, and you could say we got excited about it.

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

Friday Wind Down

03.01.25

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

We published over 1,300 articles on Time+Tide in 2024. Here are some of the best, from Andrew, Borna, Buffy, Jamie, Russell, Zach and more.

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Opinion

01.01.25

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The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Within the realm of watchmaking, size very much matters.

The three watches Russell wore most in 2024 are…

Lists

27.12.24

The three watches Russell wore most in 2024 are…

It's been a big year for me in 2024 and the three watches that accompanied me over the last 12 months tell some of that…

The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

Lists

23.12.24

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The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

The Time+Tide Editorial Team has come together to nominate what they believe to be the best one watch collection.

Can anyone actually tell white gold and stainless steel apart?

Opinion

17.12.24

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Can anyone actually tell white gold and stainless steel apart?

White gold is lauded as a bit of a stealth wealth flex, but could you be fooled thinking it's stainless steel, or vice versa?

New releases from TAG Heuer, Universal Genève, Vacheron Constantin and more

Last Week in Watches

18.11.24

New releases from TAG Heuer, Universal Genève, Vacheron Constantin and more

Our Sundowner was the biggest piece of watch news last week... Although we might be slightly biased.

Andrew & Justin Hast tackle the watch industry’s sense of humour

Friday Wind Down

01.11.24

Andrew & Justin Hast tackle the watch industry’s sense of humour

Andrew and Justin are taking on the serious topic of the watch industry's sense of humour, or a lack thereof, at WatchPro Salon in London.

News

31.10.24

Universal Genève announces new release date, logo, and launches new website

UG puts an end to speculation by announcing first new release date.

Horological high school: what watch clique do you belong to? Here’s what you had to say

Watch Culture

22.05.24

Horological high school: what watch clique do you belong to? Here’s what you had to say

Imagine you're back in high school and the bell rings for lunch. Which 'table' of watch collectors do you sit with? Our community got creative…

What would a return of the Universal Genève Polerouter look like?

Opinion

18.05.24

What would a return of the Universal Genève Polerouter look like?

With Breitling's acquisition of the brand, is the return of a mid-century classic on the cards?

A month with my $7 18k gold Universal Genève

What We Wore

03.03.24

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A month with my $7 18k gold Universal Genève

The end to Buffy's saga with the little white gold Universal Genève is here, at least for now.

Is the future of neo-vintage collecting luxury quartz?

Opinion

26.02.24

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Is the future of neo-vintage collecting luxury quartz?

D.C. speculates on the craze that'll follow integrated bracelets and Tiffany blue dials.

My DIY restoration of a solid gold Universal Genève that cost $7

Watch Culture

25.02.24

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My DIY restoration of a solid gold Universal Genève that cost $7

Buffy gives their Universal Genève some much-needed TLC. But is a $5 crystal a step too far in this ultra-budget journey?

I bought a solid gold Universal Genève for less than a Big Mac

Watch Culture

11.02.24

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I bought a solid gold Universal Genève for less than a Big Mac

Finding a vintage Universal Genève in solid gold for less than the price of a Big Mac does sound fanciful, but in this case it…

Wooden dials, and why they should come back

In Depth

13.01.24

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Wooden dials, and why they should come back

Organic materials may not seem the best choice for a durable watch - but these brands certainly thought differently. Why don't they anymore?

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.

5 of our favourite Universal Genève references

Lists

19.12.23

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5 of our favourite Universal Genève references

Borna explores some unexpected and rare Universal Genève models, alongside fan-favourites.

The most expensive G-SHOCK ever sold + Breitling acquires Universal Genève

Friday Wind Down

15.12.23

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The most expensive G-SHOCK ever sold + Breitling acquires Universal Genève

A fan-favourite brand is set to make its return, and the humble G-Shock reaches new heights.

Breitling just bought Universal Genève. Now what?

News

13.12.23

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Breitling just bought Universal Genève. Now what?

They've bought the name, so how can Breitling honour the Universal Genève legacy?

Opinion

04.06.23

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WHAT IF… Universal Genève was revived?

Universal Genève’s story is one of the highest of highs and lowest of lows. The brand experienced fruitful periods for much of its lifetime, only…

Friday Wind Down

10.03.23

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: MoonSwatch, plus entry-level heats up with new Tissot PRX and updated Timex Marlin

With Zach out and about, I thought I’d jump in and cover this week’s Friday Wind Down with your regularly scheduled content – memes, wrist…

The T+T Team’s watch predictions and hot takes for 2023

Watch Culture

04.02.23

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The T+T Team’s watch predictions and hot takes for 2023

Editor’s note: After spending a bit of time reflecting on the best moments, releases and trends of 2022, the Time+Tide team is now turning their…

WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: You’ve been misusing the word “bicompax”

Opinion

17.01.23

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WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: You’ve been misusing the word “bicompax”

Here's the history behind the compax name, and why many misuse the word bicompax.

2 UP: Andrew and Borna battle it out in field and vintage categories

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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…

Every Watch Tells a Story

17.06.22

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Every Watch Tells A Story: How Borna got lucky with his Universal Genève Polerouter

It was the end of last year at the Time+Tide Club party. Drinks were poured and Santa hats were circulated. Watches were admired and discussed.…

The three watches Nick wore most in 2020: Grand Seiko, Seiko and Universal Geneve

Lists

23.01.21

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The three watches Nick wore most in 2020: Grand Seiko, Seiko and Universal Geneve

In 2020, everything was different. The way we worked. The way we socialised. And even the way we wore watches. If you only ever got…

#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,…

7 potential bargains from Phillips’ Geneva Watch Auction XI, launching later today in Geneva

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26.06.20

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7 potential bargains from Phillips’ Geneva Watch Auction XI, launching later today in Geneva

Phillips’ Geneva Watch Auction XI is just around the corner, and we must say – it is so refreshing to see something in the watch…

This curiously affordable gold Universal Genève owned by Elvis Presley is up for sale (again)

News

12.04.20

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This curiously affordable gold Universal Genève owned by Elvis Presley is up for sale (again)

You may have heard the news that Tom Hanks and his wife Rita Wilson contracted coronavirus while filming the untitled Elvis Presley biopic in Australia;…