Hands On Archives - Time+Tide Watches

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Ceramic makes the material more attainable and stronger

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25.11.24

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Ceramic makes the material more attainable and stronger

Sometimes it is just black and white.

The new Hublot Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic weighs less than a tennis ball

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21.11.24

The new Hublot Big Bang Unico Novak Djokovic weighs less than a tennis ball

Hublot doubles down on tennis goat Novak by using his polos and racquets in this new case material composite.

Mühle-Glashütte’s new Sportivo collection aims for sophisticated sporty versatility

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17.11.24

Mühle-Glashütte’s new Sportivo collection aims for sophisticated sporty versatility

One of Germany's most underrated watchmakers has gone for a particularly sporty take on a GADA watch.

Introducing the Time+Tide x TAG Heuer Aquaracer Solargraph ‘Sundowner’

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15.11.24

Introducing the Time+Tide x TAG Heuer Aquaracer Solargraph ‘Sundowner’

The Aquaracer Solargraph 'Sundowner' is our tribute to Australian sunsets.

The Faubourg de Cracovie Crossroads refreshes Czapek’s classically modern high-beat chronograph

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14.11.24

The Faubourg de Cracovie Crossroads refreshes Czapek’s classically modern high-beat chronograph

Czapek makes its classical chronograph more sporty with a new dial texture and a tachymeter scale.

The Nivada Grenchen Antarctic GMT improves upon the 1960s original while being very faithful

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10.11.24

The Nivada Grenchen Antarctic GMT improves upon the 1960s original while being very faithful

Nivada Grenchen's catalogue takes heavy inspiration from its archive, but its latest release is perhaps the most faithful rendition yet.

The new Ulysse Nardin Diver Net Vendée Globe sources sustainable materials local to a legendary sailing race

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07.11.24

The new Ulysse Nardin Diver Net Vendée Globe sources sustainable materials local to a legendary sailing race

Commemorating the 10th edition of a legendary race and its sustainability missions.

The Sternglas Merion twists the Bauhaus idea to its limits

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05.11.24

The Sternglas Merion twists the Bauhaus idea to its limits

Dual crowns, a colourful dial, and a chunky case define the Merion diver.

The Franck Muller Long Island Evolution 7 Days Power Reserve ditches Art Deco for modern

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03.11.24

The Franck Muller Long Island Evolution 7 Days Power Reserve ditches Art Deco for modern

New inner case, floating numerals, and a semi-skeletonised movement.

The Supermarine Full Ceramic unveils a new era of toughness for Bremont’s flagship diver

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02.11.24

The Supermarine Full Ceramic unveils a new era of toughness for Bremont’s flagship diver

Bremont goes green for the Supermarine.

Zodiac confirms the stone trend with the Super Sea Wolf in malachite and lapis lazuli

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28.10.24

Zodiac confirms the stone trend with the Super Sea Wolf in malachite and lapis lazuli

Zodiac adds some colour and flair to its Super Sea Wolf with new lapis lazuli and malachite dials in a limited run of 300.

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26.10.24

The Grand Seiko SLGA025 Atera Blue may have one of the best dials the brand has ever made

We take a closer look at the delectable green-blue hues of the new GS Atera Blue.

Upgrades to the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik make it a certified Bauhaus beauty

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08.10.24

Upgrades to the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik make it a certified Bauhaus beauty

An update to the original, the new Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik comes with a new movement and a slimmer case.

The Atelier Wen Perception Millésime Mù sports a purple dial and titanium case, and a potential tantalum ticket

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08.10.24

The Atelier Wen Perception Millésime Mù sports a purple dial and titanium case, and a potential tantalum ticket

A non-limited Perception in titanium may also prove to be lucky for some.

Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449

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05.10.24

Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449

Seiko collaborates with Japanese sartorial brand Porter Classic, producing a black enamel-dialled tribute to the Laurel.

The Louis Moinet Speed of Sound sports a reworked and engraved vintage Valjoux movement

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04.10.24

The Louis Moinet Speed of Sound sports a reworked and engraved vintage Valjoux movement

A vintage, engraved Valjoux and pieces of meteorite celebrate the 20th anniversary of Louis Moinet's revival.

Is the Bulova Super Seville one of the best watches under $1,000?

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04.10.24

Is the Bulova Super Seville one of the best watches under $1,000?

The Bulova Super Seville may have some familiar design cues, but its HPQ Precisionist movement is what really sets it apart.

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

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01.10.24

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

With subtle nods to padel with its grid dial texture, the new DS-7 Chrono Auto from Certina is a great all-around entry-level chronograph.

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

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27.09.24

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Seiko returns to the GPS-enabled Astron line with a slimmer movement and a more approachable overall design with three new models.

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

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25.09.24

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

The new Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles Skeleton Black presents a classic dress watch that leans further into a modern feel.

Hublot’s new 30-piece limited edition tourbillon aims to help prevent the extinction of rhinoceros

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24.09.24

Hublot’s new 30-piece limited edition tourbillon aims to help prevent the extinction of rhinoceros

Proceeds from the sale of the new Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon 5-Day Power Reserve SORAI will help save rhinoceros.

Improving upon history with the Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph

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23.09.24

Improving upon history with the Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph

The Cimier 711 Heritage Chronograph is a great example of a brand embracing its past but knowing where to look forward.

Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks

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21.09.24

Seiko expands the popular 5 Sports GMT range with three stylish new looks

The 5KX GMT collection has expanded in 2024 with three stylish new variants that will only broaden its already robust appeal.

Hamilton updates the Murph 38 with a bracelet and white dial

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19.09.24

Hamilton updates the Murph 38 with a bracelet and white dial

One of the brand's most popular designs gets two small, but versatile updates.

The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale

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19.09.24

The Seiko Presage Star Bar Cocktail Time SRE015 is a faceted femme fatale

With the vintage flare of a faceted crystal and small size, Seiko shows that you don't need to shrink it and pink it.

The Czapek Antarctique Flying Diamonds is dressed up with everywhere to go

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18.09.24

The Czapek Antarctique Flying Diamonds is dressed up with everywhere to go

Despite an aventurine dial and sparkly diamond indices, the Antarctique Flying Diamonds is still subtle.

Micromilspec’s hardy Milgraph is the culmination of over 40 custom military watches

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14.09.24

Micromilspec’s hardy Milgraph is the culmination of over 40 custom military watches

The Norwegian brand's first chronograph watch available to the public, it's designed to conquer land, sea and air.

Gerald Charles doubles down on Italian influence with the Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916

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12.09.24

Gerald Charles doubles down on Italian influence with the Maestro 4.0 Ducati 30° Anniversario 916

A legendary superbike inspires the latest model from Gerald Charles.

Nivada Grenchen brings back bezel modularity for the Chronomaster Singer Paul Newman

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10.09.24

Nivada Grenchen brings back bezel modularity for the Chronomaster Singer Paul Newman

The Singer Paul Newman has all the right hallmarks of a true, vintage Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster.

The skeletonised TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph gets an Extreme Sport makeover

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05.09.24

The skeletonised TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph gets an Extreme Sport makeover

Bigger, bolder, and more skeletonised.

Need a diver under US$3,000? Meet the new Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SLA077 & SLA079

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02.09.24

Need a diver under US$3,000? Meet the new Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SLA077 & SLA079

Seiko's 1960s dive watch icon is back in black and white.

The Grand Seiko SLGW005 tributes a 1968 45GS with a double-signed Seiko dial

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02.09.24

The Grand Seiko SLGW005 tributes a 1968 45GS with a double-signed Seiko dial

Seiko and Grand Seiko on the dial, a high-beat manually wound movement, and a Zaratsu-polished case. Are we back in the 1960s?

Breitling celebrates its 140th anniversary with a Navitimer, Chronomat, and Premier trio of perpetual calendars

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29.08.24

Breitling celebrates its 140th anniversary with a Navitimer, Chronomat, and Premier trio of perpetual calendars

To celebrate its 140th anniversary, Breitling has produced a limited run of three perpetual calendar chronographs in red gold.

The Doxa SUB 300T Aristera turns the legend left-handed

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29.08.24

The Doxa SUB 300T Aristera turns the legend left-handed

Subtle changes sometimes make the coolest watches, and we guess lefties will be pretty happy with this one.

Gagà goes experimental with the new Laboratorio Labormatic collection

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28.08.24

Gagà goes experimental with the new Laboratorio Labormatic collection

A new, whimsical take on Art Deco is hoping to excite and move watch enthusiasts.

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28.08.24

Yacht rock: the new IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Moon & Tide boasts the brand’s first silicon hairspring

Unveiled at Watches & Wonders Shanghai 2024, its innovative tide indicator and moonphase can show high, low, spring and neap tides.

This new IWC Portofino Chronograph 39 debuts the model’s first-ever bracelet

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28.08.24

This new IWC Portofino Chronograph 39 debuts the model’s first-ever bracelet

IWC's dressiest watch gets a sportier look.

Zenith’s Defy Skyline Tourbillon Felipe Pantone is a nostalgic powerhouse of the early digital age

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28.08.24

Zenith’s Defy Skyline Tourbillon Felipe Pantone is a nostalgic powerhouse of the early digital age

Zenith's latest collaboration with the Argentine-Spanish graffiti artist reaches new horological (and holographic) heights.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Titanium is deceptively simple, and a worthy cover star

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25.08.24

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Tourbillon Titanium is deceptively simple, and a worthy cover star

Blue dial, big tourbillon, and titanium build - is this the ultimate luxury sports watch?

Tissot brings two 1970s legends together with the PRX UFO Robot Grendizer

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22.08.24

Tissot brings two 1970s legends together with the PRX UFO Robot Grendizer

The PRX Robot Grendizer stands to entice a whole new audience to one of the strongest entry-level mechanical watches.

Chopard makes a case for high-beat sports watches with the titanium, 8Hz Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF

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19.08.24

Chopard makes a case for high-beat sports watches with the titanium, 8Hz Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF

Lightweight and with a high-revving engine, the Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF is the watch embodiment of a rapid sports car.

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time in green & gold epitomises the glamour of international travel

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04.08.24

The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time in green & gold epitomises the glamour of international travel

Jamie takes a closer look at the stand-out model from the first Overseas collection with green dials.

Is the Yema Navygraf Marine Nationale CMM.10 the “French Watch of the Year”?

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30.07.24

Is the Yema Navygraf Marine Nationale CMM.10 the “French Watch of the Year”?

It's been named the "French Watch of the Year" by the Union de la Bijouterie Horlogerie, but is it worthy of that title?

Certina doesn’t follow the downsizing trend with the brawny DS Action Diver Chrono

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29.07.24

Certina doesn’t follow the downsizing trend with the brawny DS Action Diver Chrono

Rather than issuing yet another small retro diver, Certina goes big.

The Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope commemorating the Paris 2024 Olympics

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26.07.24

The Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope commemorating the Paris 2024 Olympics

With the Olympic Games kicking off today, we take a closer look at two tributing Omega novelties.

The Squale 1521 Marina Militare celebrates a duo of anniversaries

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25.07.24

The Squale 1521 Marina Militare celebrates a duo of anniversaries

Squale celebrates 40 years with the Marina Militare with the new limited-edition 1521.

Spinnaker celebrates SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary with a collection of colourful character watches

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20.07.24

Spinnaker celebrates SpongeBob’s 25th anniversary with a collection of colourful character watches

Who lives in a Spinnaker under the sea? SpongeBob SquarePants!

The Furlan Marri Disco Volante revives a retro-futuristic case design in a more accessible, adventurous format

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16.07.24

The Furlan Marri Disco Volante revives a retro-futuristic case design in a more accessible, adventurous format

Furlan Marri’s take on the Disco Volante formula blends striking Art Deco looks and traditional finishing with modern, sci-fi touches.

The Ulysse Nardin Diver Atoll has a dial like you’ve never seen

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16.07.24

The Ulysse Nardin Diver Atoll has a dial like you’ve never seen

With a stunning chrysocolla dial and a blingy bezel, this is a thoroughly dressed-up diver.

Doxa expands its treasure trove with the SUB 300T Sharkhunter Clive Cussler

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15.07.24

Doxa expands its treasure trove with the SUB 300T Sharkhunter Clive Cussler

A new Clive Cussler Doxa limited edition arises from the depths of the ocean abyss. Except not really - but it does look like it!

The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial

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14.07.24

The Grand Seiko SBGC275 Shinshu Sunrise boasts a fiery, lion’s mane dial

The good news is the Grand Seiko SBGC275 has a beautiful red dial. The bad news? It's a limited edition of 700 pieces.

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Chronograph Excellence Platine: a long name, a lot of platinum & a lot to like

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13.07.24

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Tourbillon Chronograph Excellence Platine: a long name, a lot of platinum & a lot to like

This grail-worthy piece isn't just one of the “most platinum” watches made recently, but a glorious yet surprisingly understated example of haute horlogerie.

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13.07.24

The new Seiko Prospex Speedtimer Pogue tributes the brand’s legendary space chronograph

The Pogue is back.

The why and how of the Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind

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11.07.24

The why and how of the Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind

A red carnelian stone dial, platinum case, and a reversed movement make for a curious Cartier.

Baltic goes Art Deco with a quartet of new MR Roulette dials

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04.07.24

Baltic goes Art Deco with a quartet of new MR Roulette dials

The French microbrand gives the MR a breath of fresh air, retaining the novelty of the micro-rotor movement.

Certina doubles down on its love for turtles with the special edition DS Super PH1000M STC

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01.07.24

Certina doubles down on its love for turtles with the special edition DS Super PH1000M STC

The dive watch-focused brand has released a very vintage-looking special edition 'superdiver' in support of the Sea Turtle Conservancy (STC).

Is the Seiko Presage SPB445 the best Arita Porcelain dial watch yet?

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25.06.24

Is the Seiko Presage SPB445 the best Arita Porcelain dial watch yet?

One of the things that makes Seiko such an interesting brand is that it’s not afraid to celebrate its Japanese-ness. This is most commonly expressed…

Bovet’s first bracelet turns the Récital 12 into a high-luxury daily driver

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22.06.24

Bovet’s first bracelet turns the Récital 12 into a high-luxury daily driver

The Bovet Récital 12 features a redisgned 40mm case and its first-ever bracelet, offering more familiarity while being unmistakably Bovet.

The Vulcain Skindiver Nautique is simple and shtick-free

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20.06.24

The Vulcain Skindiver Nautique is simple and shtick-free

Bright orange or brushed blue, the Skindiver Nautique tones down the quirks of Vulcain watches of old.

The Yema Superman Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 is flattened and faded to perfection

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19.06.24

The Yema Superman Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 is flattened and faded to perfection

The vintage styling of the Superman Skin Diver Slim is clear to see, and pairs nicely with the in-house micro-rotor movement inside.

The 4R34 brings classy utility to the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time GMT

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18.06.24

The 4R34 brings classy utility to the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time GMT

Seiko's entry-level GMT movement has been making the rounds, most recently landing in the Presage Cocktail Time GMT.

Is the Bovet Dimier Récital 27 a world timer, GMT, or better than both?

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16.06.24

Is the Bovet Dimier Récital 27 a world timer, GMT, or better than both?

Buffy figures out whether the Bovet Récital 27 is the ultimate high-end travel watch.

Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969

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15.06.24

Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969

Seiko goes back to years past to unveil the new quartet of King Seiko KS1969 models.