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Simple time: Five time-only watches you should look at under $2000 USD

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28.07.22

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Simple time: Five time-only watches you should look at under $2000 USD

Time, in its simplest form, is something many people in this hobby love. The displaying of just hours, minutes and seconds, for them, leads to…

Five things you should do after buying an expensive watch

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20.07.22

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Five things you should do after buying an expensive watch

You’ve saved up for two years to get the watch you always wanted. There was even a month there where you were living off saltines…

Dr No Way: The 5 most implausible watch gadgets of James Bond

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16.07.22

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Dr No Way: The 5 most implausible watch gadgets of James Bond

There are many reasons the James Bond franchise is so enduring. From the twisty plotlines, exotic cars, breathtaking locations, jaw-dropping stunt work, and of course,…

Homage or honest? 4 watches that look like rip-offs that are actually legitimate

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15.07.22

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Homage or honest? 4 watches that look like rip-offs that are actually legitimate

Editor’s Note: With tastes becoming homogenized, and the vintage revival trend in full-throttle, we often see smaller brands trying to capitalize on the successful aesthetics of their larger…

A fantastic five of value proposition GMT watches

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14.07.22

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A fantastic five of value proposition GMT watches

Prompted by Seiko’s bombshell release of the SKX Sports Style GMT – 5KX GMT for short – we sought to find other watches with GMT…

Branching out: An overview of the Grand Seiko Birch family

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12.07.22

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Branching out: An overview of the Grand Seiko Birch family

Evolution 9 represents a new era of design for Grand Seiko, pushing the envelope both externally and internally. The most prolific Evolution 9 design is…

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11.07.22

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Five of our favourite watch and fashion brand collaborations

Collaborations have been the headlining trend in the fashion world in recent times, serving as the perfect way to create excitement, owing to the generally…

Here are the most beautiful quartz movements with open casebacks, with some hidden honourable mentions

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10.07.22

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Here are the most beautiful quartz movements with open casebacks, with some hidden honourable mentions

Following last week’s review of the Grand Seiko SBGP017, and your comments on Instagram regarding the exhibition of quartz movements, we were inspired to find…

5 of the best watches worn by women on-screen

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08.07.22

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5 of the best watches worn by women on-screen

There’s no shortage of great timepieces in film and television, from the Rolexes and Omegas of the James Bond films (featuring a slate of deadly…

From Frank Sinatra to Queen: 5 musically inspired watches you should know

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21.06.22

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From Frank Sinatra to Queen: 5 musically inspired watches you should know

Music, across language and culture, is something that has meaning to us all. It’s one of those few things that breaks barriers, inspires us and…

The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

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14.06.22

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The best women’s watches of 2022 so far…

There was a time when a women’s watch could be spotted from a mile away. Unnecessary diamonds, pretentious numerals, overpriced quartz movements and generally lazy…

EDITOR’S PICK: The 7 stages of watch buyer’s remorse (when you just don’t click with that new timepiece…)

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10.06.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: The 7 stages of watch buyer’s remorse (when you just don’t click with that new timepiece…)

Editor’s note: “Non, je ne regrette rien,” is a phrase that few watch lovers can truthfully utter when it comes to their collections. Whether it’s…

Power to the purple! Violate your wrist with the Pantone Institute’s colour of 2022

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09.06.22

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Power to the purple! Violate your wrist with the Pantone Institute’s colour of 2022

If your wrist has gone purple, it’s usually a sign that you’ve put your watch on far too tightly. Not anymore. Purple is having a moment…

Five great integrated-bracelet watches for under $10,000

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28.05.22

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Five great integrated-bracelet watches for under $10,000

Watches with that integrated-bracelet appeal and 1970s aesthetic are all the rage right now. Recently Vacheron Constantin released its 222 to some acclaim, and Tissot’s smash…

My 5 favourite lots from the Ineichen Royal 50 auction on May 28 – with no buyer’s premium!

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25.05.22

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My 5 favourite lots from the Ineichen Royal 50 auction on May 28 – with no buyer’s premium!

Ineichen Auctioneers are known for their thematic auctions, whether it’s focusing on blue dials for “Precious Blues” or the rose-gold themed “La Vie en Rose”…

The comprehensive city watch buying guide to Sydney

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12.05.22

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The comprehensive city watch buying guide to Sydney

For this edition of our comprehensive buying guide, we find ourselves in Australia’s most populous city – Sydney. Whether you’re just perusing this coastal metropolis,…

Five of the best ocean-going chronographs beyond the usual suspects

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11.05.22

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Five of the best ocean-going chronographs beyond the usual suspects

Imagine yourself at the Formula 1 – or any motorsport it doesn’t really matter. You can smell the heat oozing off the rubbery tarmac, the…

Three wrist-game winners and losers of the Met Gala

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04.05.22

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Three wrist-game winners and losers of the Met Gala

The Met Gala is always a hot moment in NYC each year, where the famous and elite – or at least those deemed to be…

MEET THE TEAM: Zach (and Andrew) share their top 5 picks from Watches & Wonders

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30.04.22

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MEET THE TEAM: Zach (and Andrew) share their top 5 picks from Watches & Wonders

When I went to Geneva for Watches & Wonders, the best way to describe the journey would be a horological food coma of bliss. Never…

MEET THE TEAM: Borna shares his 5 sleeper hits from Watches & Wonders

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28.04.22

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MEET THE TEAM: Borna shares his 5 sleeper hits from Watches & Wonders

Having held the fort back in Melbourne during Watches & Wonders 2022, I couldn’t help but feel just a little bit of FOMO. It would’ve been…

MEET THE TEAM: Ricardo’s top five from Watches & Wonders

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27.04.22

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MEET THE TEAM: Ricardo’s top five from Watches & Wonders

We’re a couple of weeks removed from Watches and Wonders and I’ve had enough time to recover from all the spicy salami and new watch…

MEET THE TEAM: Jeremy’s 5 favourite steel sports watches from Watches & Wonders

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25.04.22

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MEET THE TEAM: Jeremy’s 5 favourite steel sports watches from Watches & Wonders

A couple of years ago, when I first started @timepeacelove, my Instagram page dedicated to my passion for watches, I made a joke to my wife…

Five sleeper picks from the upcoming “Precious Blues” Ineichen auction

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21.04.22

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Five sleeper picks from the upcoming “Precious Blues” Ineichen auction

A core component of being an auction house is curation, often under the scope of a particular theme. But, even with a theme in mind,…

The circuit breakers: Watchspotting at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix

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12.04.22

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The circuit breakers: Watchspotting at the 2022 Australian Grand Prix

Last week’s Australian Grand Prix set a new record for the highest attended weekend sporting event ever staged in Melbourne. That’s no mean feat in a…

EDITOR’S PICK: Exploring five of the best watches with “robust elegance”

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19.03.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: Exploring five of the best watches with “robust elegance”

Editor’s Note: If you want a solid “one-watch”, or are looking to stretch your dollar with your next addition to the collection, our advice is to…

Uma Thurman, Rihanna, Dua Lipa and more confirm this Cartier remains the go-to power watch

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11.03.22

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Uma Thurman, Rihanna, Dua Lipa and more confirm this Cartier remains the go-to power watch

There are actors in Hollywood who get typecast, playing the same kind of character over and over. How many different ways can Vin Diesel, The…

Five of the best modern LED watches in order of price

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01.03.22

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Five of the best modern LED watches in order of price

In an industry driven by tradition, the idea of bringing watches into the future was a scary thought. When the quartz crisis hit, it shook…

Time flies: The best travel watches from the last 12 months

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28.02.22

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Time flies: The best travel watches from the last 12 months

What’s travel, I hear you ask? Believe it or not, there’s an activity which means you can leave your home, and go somewhere else! Sadly,…

Five takeaways from my time with the Tutima M2 Seven Seas S

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27.02.22

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Five takeaways from my time with the Tutima M2 Seven Seas S

There are multiple categories of watches out there. Dress, casual, chronograph, pilot; each with their own look and prerequisite capabilities. And with these options on…

5 of the best dive watches of the last 12 months

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25.02.22

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5 of the best dive watches of the last 12 months

The trope of the desk diver exists for a reason, because the reality is that genuine diving watches rarely enter their genuine ocean depth capabilities.…

My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months

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22.02.22

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My 5 favourite watches of the last 12 months

Editor’s note: Sometimes you want an informed opinion. You have a problem with your knee – you speak to a doctor. You urgently need to…

5 sleeper hits from Tissot that you need to consider

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17.02.22

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5 sleeper hits from Tissot that you need to consider

Having worked for Tissot selling their watches for two years before joining the T+T team, I’d like to think that I have a comprehensive grasp…

VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

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13.02.22

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VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

Warm, glowing, and oozing a charming luxury, who doesn’t love a cracking gold watch? Regardless of the tone or colour, whether it’s red, pink or…

Love is in the air: The Time+Tide team selects their top Valentine’s Day watches

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12.02.22

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Love is in the air: The Time+Tide team selects their top Valentine’s Day watches

Look. We hope you have already lined up your Valentine’s Day gift for your significant other, but, in case you haven’t locked something down just…

Five takeaways from my time with the Norqain Night Sight

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08.02.22

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Five takeaways from my time with the Norqain Night Sight

Judging a brand in print before actually holding one of their offerings in hand is akin to libel. So much gets lost between the 2D…

THE MONTHLY EDIT: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watch of January 2022

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01.02.22

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THE MONTHLY EDIT: The Time+Tide team picks their favourite watch of January 2022

If you ask the Time+Tide editorial team what we do, unanimously we’ll agree that we are first and foremost watch journalists. At least for me,…

Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday

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09.01.22

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Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday

The Hamilton Ventura was a truly revolutionary watch upon its release. While Richard Arbib’s extremely unique case shape turned heads, it wasn’t the Ventura’s true…

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08.01.22

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VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 $5K-$10K

So you’ve spent COVID wisely, treading the path of financial caution and peeking at your savings account once in a blue moon to see it…

VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 2)

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06.01.22

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VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 2)

The $1000-$5000 USD price bracket is truly the wild west of the watch market, playing host to some watches that overstep their mark in terms…

VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 1)

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05.01.22

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VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 1)

The $1000-$5000 category is a sweet spot for so many watch enthusiasts, as it reflects a quality benchmark that distinguishes itself from the more budget…

“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021

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04.01.22

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“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021

Last year, as Melbourne achieved the dubious victory of edging out Buenos Aires to endure the longest hard lockdown in the world, I was mostly…

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02.01.22

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Henry’s top five watches of 2021

When Luke, our Editor here at Time and Tide, asked for an article on our top five new watch releases of 2021 back in December,…

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01.01.22

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Ricardo’s top five watches of 2021

In the future, I’ll look back at 2021 as the year that changed everything for me. At it’s beginning, an ending like this would have…

VIDEO: Top 5 Watches of 2021 Under $1000 (Part 2)

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01.01.22

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VIDEO: Top 5 Watches of 2021 Under $1000 (Part 2)

Ok, so maybe having two top 5 lists instead of a single top 10 is cheating a little bit, but each of these watches deserves…

Rugged tool watches at surprising prices – D.C’s five favourite watches of 2021

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31.12.21

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Rugged tool watches at surprising prices – D.C’s five favourite watches of 2021

Given the unprecedented events of the past two-ish years, the worldwide market for wristwatches has done surprisingly well. Chalk it up to lots of free…

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31.12.21

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Zach’s five favourite watches of 2021

This past year has created a lot of firsts for me, both in life and in this industry. These included my first time visiting Geneva…

VIDEO: Audemars Piguet’s top 5 watches of 2021

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30.12.21

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VIDEO: Audemars Piguet’s top 5 watches of 2021

Audemars Piguet marched loudly into 2021, dropping no fewer than 16 watches before we had even hit the end of March. It was definitely a…

VIDEO: Top 5 watches of 2021 under $1000 (Part 1)

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29.12.21

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VIDEO: Top 5 watches of 2021 under $1000 (Part 1)

The global pandemic has changed many of our approaches to “unnecessary purchases”. With mounting financial uncertainty, the idea of spending multiple thousands on a piece…

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25.12.21

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The best watch memes of 2021

Editor’s Note: If you are not a regular reader of our Friday Wind Down column, then you may not be aware of the fact that each week…

From G-Shock to Rolex: the Time+Tide team reveals the watch they wore the most in 2021

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24.12.21

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From G-Shock to Rolex: the Time+Tide team reveals the watch they wore the most in 2021

One of the greatest horological tragedies is a beautiful watch that languishes unworn in a safety deposit box for years on end. That’s because watches…

The Formula 1 Championship of watch brands goes to…

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15.12.21

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The Formula 1 Championship of watch brands goes to…

This past Sunday was the conclusion of one of the most fiercely contested years of Formula 1 racing. On the recently revised Yas Marina track…

EDITOR’S PICK: 5 of the best budget watch brands that get the nod from watch snobs

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13.12.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: 5 of the best budget watch brands that get the nod from watch snobs

EDITOR’S NOTE: What’s that you say? You don’t have a spare $6.5m kicking around to buy a Tiffany Blue 5711/1A-018 like the one that sold at…

Giving your dress watch a dressing down – four winning options for casual wear

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12.12.21

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Giving your dress watch a dressing down – four winning options for casual wear

I’m a big fan of dress watches. Much to my chagrin, they often come with the stigma that they can only be worn in certain…

The good, the bad and the ugly: 19 Instagram reactions to the new Patek Philippe Tiffany Blue 170th Anniversary Nautilus

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11.12.21

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The good, the bad and the ugly: 19 Instagram reactions to the new Patek Philippe Tiffany Blue 170th Anniversary Nautilus

You know those calm-headed people who are inherently non-judgemental? Rather than leap to a hasty conclusion they patiently analyse an issue from every perspective, let…

Kevin Hart’s watch collection is the stuff of your horological dreams

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06.12.21

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Kevin Hart’s watch collection is the stuff of your horological dreams

There is something special about a comedian’s ability to make you laugh. For a few moments in time, all your defences come down so that…

EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

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05.12.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

EDITOR’S NOTE: Marc Hayek, CEO of Blancpain, Breguet and Jaquet Droz, said it best. “Platinum is among the noblest and most precious of metals,” he told The Financial Times. “It has extraordinary…

Zach’s four favourite Dubai Watch Week 2021 releases

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02.12.21

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Zach’s four favourite Dubai Watch Week 2021 releases

Dubai Watch Week was a hub of horological discussion and creativity, but, of course, one of the main attractions for visiting the fair was to…

EDITOR’S PICK: Enter the Goldilocks zone – 7 of the best mid-size watches money can buy (36 – 39mm only)

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21.11.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Enter the Goldilocks zone – 7 of the best mid-size watches money can buy (36 – 39mm only)

EDITOR’S NOTE: Let’s be real here: Goldilocks is a fairly reprehensible character. She enters the bears’ cottage without consent and is culpable of burglary in the…

From Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Mark Wahlberg: 8 celebs wearing the hell out of a Rolex Rainbow Daytona

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21.11.21

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From Zlatan Ibrahimovic to Mark Wahlberg: 8 celebs wearing the hell out of a Rolex Rainbow Daytona

Bit of an odd question but can anyone work out the relevance of the March 23, 2018? In a pretty baller move, on that day…

Don’t Miss This: Our team debates the best watches from $15K-$20K USD

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18.11.21

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Don’t Miss This: Our team debates the best watches from $15K-$20K USD

We’ve debated some of the best watches under $1,000 USD, from $1,000 – $3,000 USD, from $3000 – $5000 USD, from $5000 – $7,000 USD,…

When high fashion collides with high function – the paradox of the haute couture tool watch

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14.11.21

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When high fashion collides with high function – the paradox of the haute couture tool watch

Okay, weird question: Can a high fashion house known for made-to-measure dresses, luxurious silk scarves or fine handbags produce a legitimate tool watch? What? Who…