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We look at the best watches using the most classic numeral design.
40 is a significant milestone for many, and what better way to mark it than with a watch?
From luxe divers to creations by legendary case makers, we explore the most luxurious case material out there.
Each slice of meteorite sports a unique pattern and is as old as the Earth itself. Pretty cool thing to use as a dial.
Italy is synonymous with style and elegance, and has a rich legacy of craftsmanship in watchmaking which is all too often overshadowed by their Swiss…
No matter where your taste in watches lies, you can pretty much guarantee they’ll mostly be round. Given the circular nature of our journey around…
Sometimes owning a dive watch just isn’t enough proof that you love the ocean. Water resistance is great, but if you don’t hear the waves…
While two-tone may transport some of us straight to the '80s, these five watches prove that the trend is on the rise again.
Get your spook on with these five pieces that will remind you just how valuable life is - or look like a pumpkin. There's no…
US Navy field watches, German fliegers, and Italian Navy divers all make the list of our favourite military-inspired watches.
There are browns, and there are browns- and the five watches on this list make the most of this highly debated choice of dial colour.
You don’t see too many people rocking a yellow watch, which is surprising as it is an easy way to reflect your own boldness and…
Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.
Here's our guide to watches with open-hearted haute horlogerie looks at reasonable prices.
What’s the most iconic bezel? I think we all know the one that springs to mind. Pepsi bezel watches have garnered a special place in…
Sometimes, less is more. Minimalistic design language covers a number of visual elements, at times translating to having fewer of those elements, often it can…
There's something about a time-only watch that stands out. And that gives me enormous joy.
If you’re anything like me, part of the enjoyment of watches is setting aside a bit of time to wind and set them. Automatic movements,…
You don’t need me to tell you that the Omega Speedmaster is an iconic wristwatch, its legendary status needs no introduction, and its timeless design…
I haven’t thought much about kids’ watches since… Well, when I was a kid. My first watch was a blue-dialled Timex with a manual movement,…
Carbon composite technology has come on a long way since its initial creation in the 1960s. It was originally implemented in aerospace manufacturing once British…
Wristwatches generally serve one main purpose, which is of course to tell the time. Some of them display times in other parts of the world,…
In the watch world, practical solutions often evolve into intricate complications. Back in the late 1800s, Swiss watchmaker Emmanuel Cottier tackled a challenge posed by…
What do you get the man who has everything? Finding a good Father’s Day gift can be a real challenge – and if you’re a…
Wherever you look these days, brands will be happy to tell you how “green” their products really are, hoping that you’ll cut them some slack…
With the growing popularity of shows like Alone and an increasing desire to escape the normalities of life, the art of survival is more popular…
The relationship between timekeeping and travel is a close one. With its roots in maritime history, progressing into aviation and our ceaseless endeavour to make…
August 13th is World Left-Handers Day, and as Time+Tide’s resident southpaw (or mollydooker if you’re a fellow Aussie) I’m taking the opportunity to write about…
Fellow watch enthusiasts, tell me I’m not the only one that, when trying on a new watch, performs that well-known bobbing motion to get a…
There’s a particular charm that bicompax chronographs exude – the two opposing, symmetrical sub-dials giving the watch an unmistakeable charm. To a watch nerd like…
Despite what the Lambo steering wheels bedecked with Richard Milles might suggest, the best thing about watches is that there is value to be had…
Whether it’s a car, a fridge or sneakers, some things just look fantastic in white. The only thing that can improve them further, is adding…
A gold watch is the ultimate status symbol. Though the recent horological trend has skewed towards steel as the material of choice, the timelessness of…
A green dialled watch can be a welcome tonic from an endless parade of black and blue. A considered choice. A statement that says you’re…
As our classification of what formal attire consists of keeps changing, our definition of what constitutes a dress watch is changing, too. This was an…
For such a specific classification, the term “pilot’s watch” cuts a surprisingly wide swathe in terms of wrist-bound sub-genres. You’ll find classic chronographs, slide-rule bezel…
Old money style is characterised by focusing on classic, timeless elegance that’s executed with subtle sophistication and a sense of effortlessness. Often the world of…
In my opinion, microbrands are one of the best things to happen to an often conservative watch industry. The trend of enthusiasts leveraging the power…
What makes a field watch a field watch? Basically, it’s a simple, rugged watch with military roots (google the “Dirty Dozen” watches), with a no-nonsense…
If you live in the northern hemisphere, you’re smack bang in the middle of summer right now, and hopefully enjoying the joyful vibes of July.…
In a recent pitch meeting, Zach our editor was slightly (OK, quite) dubious when I proposed the idea that a legit timepiece could be had…
Rolex upped the ante in the deep sea arms race in late 2022 with their first production titanium watch, the insane Deepsea Challenge Sea-Dweller, boasting…
The history of ceramic in watches stretches more than six decades, used in some form since 1962 with the introduction of the tungsten carbide-cased Rado…
Even though the classic blue dial has lost some ground in terms of popularity due to the rise of other colours, most notably green and…
The relevance of quartz watches as an option for “serious” collectors has been hotly debated on the forums, blogs and at the meetups. “They don’t…
All the way back in 1707, a gentleman by the name of Dr John Floyer, renowned for treating asthma (probably with leeches), developed the first-ever…
From iconic racing watches to auction darlings, panda dial chronographs hold a special place in the hearts of collectors all over the world. Little wonder…
The go-to word for instant credibility these days is ‘Swiss made’, and while Japanese, German and even Chinese brands have made strides to topple the…
While typically thought of as a traditional industry, the watch marketplace has never been more colourful. Brands are becoming bolder, exploring a wide spectrum of…
The perpetual calendar is one of the most fascinating and intricate complications the watch world has to offer. Often referred to as a QP, an…
Over the past 100 years, wristwatch trends have changed significantly, yet none stand out more so than the classic square case design. The enduring appeal…
In December 2021, a late addition to a Phillips Auction stunned the watch world when Patek Philippe introduced one of those watches that takes trends…
If you’re looking to build a well-rounded watch collection, a mechanical chronograph has to be in the conversation. You could go all in with a…
As monstrous and unnatural as it sounds, there are people who only want one watch in their lives. In days past, this wasn’t such an…
Among the more distinguished watch design languages was the Art Deco period, birthing iconic designs such as the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and Cartier Tank, alongside lesser-known…
The formula is simple. Lume is cool, so that must mean the more lume, the better. Rather than pointing out any potential flaws in my…
Japan has played numerous crucial roles in horological history, whether introducing one of the first automatic chronographs, developing a watch resistant enough to be used…
Every year, it seems there’s a new trend in dial colours that takes the industry by storm. In 2021, it was blue, in 2022 green…
For some people, the blingier the better when it comes to their wristwear. If you’re a fan of flash, a bit of bright work in…
While Switzerland is regarded as the high-end watchmaking epicentre, it wasn’t always so. Along with many English watchmakers, it was France that led the way…
With the weird and wonderful thing that is the internet, watch aficionados are able to stay better-informed than ever. The knowledge of small, niche brands…
I remember a few years back when everywhere you looked, bronze-cased watches were all the rage. Collectors went nuts for the rustic look, some of…
Divers are still some of the most popular watches on the market, even for those of us whose boldest underwater adventures consist of a quick…
