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The OWO & House of Bovet Special Edition 19Thirty is a truly exclusive watch

07.06.23

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The OWO & House of Bovet Special Edition 19Thirty is a truly exclusive watch

It’s not often I get to write about watches that can’t be bought, but occasionally there’s something special enough to warrant exploration. I have already…

Micro Mondays

05.06.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Stella Breslin revives the linen dial for the here and now

There’s certainly no shortage of creativity in the world of microbrands, but that energy doesn’t always get funnelled into watches that actually look good. Stella,…

The Casio x Stranger Things A120WEST-1A is ready for whatever parallel universe you’re entering

Introducing

05.06.23

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The Casio x Stranger Things A120WEST-1A is ready for whatever parallel universe you’re entering

Casio’s collaboration with Stranger Things brings back the reference A120. The A120WEST-1A is full of Stranger Things Easter eggs such as a blinking backlight. More…

The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere

Introducing

03.06.23

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The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere

The Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic collection has been expanded with three new light colours With their sporty versatility and summery colour schemes, they could be…

Introducing

02.06.23

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Back in black: The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 celebrates 75 Years of the iconic car brand

Celebrating the 75th anniversary of Porsche’s first car, the band have re-released a special edition of the Porsche Design Chronograph 1 limited to 475 pcs.…

The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside

Introducing

01.06.23

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The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside

The Certina DS Action Diver is now available in a stealthy black finish. The 43mm case is tamed by the black PVD and a 13.1mm…

Jaeger-LeCoultre focuses on refinement of their elegant collection for Watches & Wonders 2023

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31.05.23

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Jaeger-LeCoultre focuses on refinement of their elegant collection for Watches & Wonders 2023

The Watches & Wonders stand of Jaeger-LeCoultre is always one of the most attractive exhibitions, as the watchmaker of watchmakers know exactly how to best…

The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style

Introducing

30.05.23

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The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style

Depancel and Jürgen Clauss have reunited for a second limited edition. The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph captures the racing spirit and blazing blues of the…

The Blok 33 is a tool watch that’s cool for kids and a guilty pleasure for grown-ups

Watch Reviews

29.05.23

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The Blok 33 is a tool watch that’s cool for kids and a guilty pleasure for grown-ups

In the microcosm of kids’ watches there is a new kid on the block, or should I say, a new Blok on the kid. This…

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver honours a legendary pilot

Introducing

16.05.23

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The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver honours a legendary pilot

The Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon AeroGMT Sled Driver pays tribute to the legendary life of Brian Shul. The dial features an SR-71 Blackbird, which Shul flew…

The Ralph Lauren American Western is fit for the Wild West

Hands On

15.05.23

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The Ralph Lauren American Western is fit for the Wild West

Escapism is the source for a lot of humanity’s great works, whether it’s the novels of Jules Verne or the post-impressionist paintings of Van Gogh.…

Like coffee? The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is made from it…

Introducing

14.05.23

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Like coffee? The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is made from it…

The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin finds use for recycled aluminium and coffee grounds from Nespresso capsules. You can even see flecks of coffee…

The new Bulgari Aluminium collection adds bigger cases and fresh colours

Introducing

11.05.23

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The new Bulgari Aluminium collection adds bigger cases and fresh colours

The Bulgari Aluminium collection has been expanded with bigger cases and new colours. The Capri Solotempo and Chronograph evoke the Italian island with an electric-blue…

New Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba watches come in one green colour, but two sizes

Introducing

09.05.23

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New Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba watches come in one green colour, but two sizes

The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba adds green to its 43mm and 37mm variants. The 43mm version is a full-spec dive watch with 300m of water…

Hands On

09.05.23

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HANDS-ON: The Depancel Serie-R 5th Anniversary

Five years is a drop in the ocean for a heritage watchmaker, but for a brand like Depancel the wooden anniversary is truly significant. The…

Hands On

05.05.23

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HANDS ON: The Yema Urban Field combines a premium feel with vintage vibes

Although the French brand Yema have never stopped producing watches since their inception in 1948, their lapse into relative obscurity during the ‘80s-‘00s has to…

The RZE Endeavour Glacier collection breaks the ice in style

Introducing

04.05.23

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The RZE Endeavour Glacier collection breaks the ice in style

RZE’s best-selling case is now paired with four ice-cold dials. Each colour is inspired by a different glacial region. It’s powered by the Seiko NH35…

Black magic: The Chopard Alpine Eagle Japan Limited Edition

Introducing

04.05.23

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Black magic: The Chopard Alpine Eagle Japan Limited Edition

Chopard’s Alpine Eagle honours Japan with a blacked-out Shikkoku dial. The sapphire display caseback has also been tinted a dark grey. To further chase simplicity…

Everything you need to know about Norqain

Watch Education

03.05.23

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Everything you need to know about Norqain

There are plenty of brands who like to talk about adventure, whether it’s marketing a new field watch or boasting about water and resistance. Reading…

Micro Mondays

01.05.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Atmoss SR-01 may have set the benchmark for budget pilot’s watches

Editor’s note: Due to unforeseen circumstances, Warrick’s Atmoss project will have to be put on hold for the moment to ensure the products can be…

The Rado Captain Cook gets an Aussie exclusive in green and gold

Introducing

29.04.23

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The Rado Captain Cook gets an Aussie exclusive in green and gold

Rado’s Australian exclusive edition of the Captain Cook is adorned in the Aussie green and gold colour scheme The yellow gold PVD is applied to…

The Breguet Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327

Introducing

29.04.23

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The Breguet Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327

Breguet’s new Classique Quantième Perpétuel 7327 is based on their automatic pocket watches from the 1780s The perpetual calendar display is arranged with strength and…

Funky colours and subtle upgrades for the TAG Heuer Carrera 36mm

Hands On

26.04.23

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Funky colours and subtle upgrades for the TAG Heuer Carrera 36mm

Colourful, time-only watches have become the new hot thing, as their mechanical simplicity offers a great canvas for some funky dial tones. The latest in…

The A. Lange & Söhne Grand Lange 1 slims down to become a collector’s dream

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23.04.23

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The A. Lange & Söhne Grand Lange 1 slims down to become a collector’s dream

After the impeccable German brand A. Lange & Söhne was all but pulled apart by the wars of the 20th century, it took almost five…

How Junghans went from making straw hats to become a global power

In-Depth

15.04.23

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How Junghans went from making straw hats to become a global power

The name Junghans is familiar to a lot of watch enthusiasts, even if you’re not totally aware of the brand’s former or current glory. They’re…

The most hypnotising snail dials you can buy now

Lists

10.04.23

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The most hypnotising snail dials you can buy now

Although the 2020s is a young decade so far, we’ve already been treated to a wealth of dial enrichment from textures, colours, and even shapes…

Opinion

09.04.23

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Why watch puns tick me off

In the world of horological journalism, where centuries-old companies lord over a multi-billion dollar industry and push the boundaries of mechanical engineering and art simultaneously,…

In-Depth

08.04.23

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IN-DEPTH: The history of Bovet, a contemporary brand with impeccable old-world credentials

Despite the age of the watchmaking trade, there aren’t too many brands that can boast 200 years of history. Those that do often have insular…

The Junghans Meister S Chronoscope blends dressy sophistication with all-out sports utility

Introducing

08.04.23

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The Junghans Meister S Chronoscope blends dressy sophistication with all-out sports utility

The Junghans Meister S Chronoscope is now available with a blue dial. The 45mm watch is fully featured with 200m of water resistance. Its style…

The top 10 chocolate dials for Easter from $250 to $75,700

Lists

07.04.23

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The top 10 chocolate dials for Easter from $250 to $75,700

Whether or not you have a religious affiliation with Easter, any excuse to bulk buy chocolate will make for a great weekend. Debates will always…

The Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Orlinski in multi-faceted micro-blasted titanium

Introducing

27.03.23

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The Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Orlinski in multi-faceted micro-blasted titanium

The new Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Orlinski is paired with a gloss black dial for more refined looks. The 41mm case is made from micro-blasted…

Previously On: Watches & Wonders Geneva. Everything you need to get up to speed

Watch Reviews

21.03.23

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Previously On: Watches & Wonders Geneva. Everything you need to get up to speed

I do not know about you guys, but I watch a fair bit of television and with so many shows and streaming platforms there is…

A YEAR ON THE WRIST: How I fell in love with the IWC Ingenieur and became a one-watch guy

Watch Reviews

17.03.23

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A YEAR ON THE WRIST: How I fell in love with the IWC Ingenieur and became a one-watch guy

A lot can change in the space of a year. It was exactly this time last year, as I was preparing to attend my first…

Micro Mondays

13.03.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: Blok Watches make a tough watch specially designed for kids

This may be the first time that I’m recommending a watch that you will never wear yourself, but the target demographic for Blok Watches don’t…

The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire is a unique watch inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci

Introducing

12.03.23

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The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire is a unique watch inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci

The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire features a golden bridge inspired by a design of Leonardo Da Vinci The vertical tourbillon placement is inspired by traditional pocket…

The 2023 Traska collection – a watch for every need

Watch Reviews

11.03.23

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The 2023 Traska collection – a watch for every need

Founded in 2015 by Jon Mack, Traska is one of those brands that has become popular amongst watch enthusiasts for a few reasons: affordable prices…

The Norqain Independence 40mm Hakuna Mipaka is a “no limits” watch

Introducing

09.03.23

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The Norqain Independence 40mm Hakuna Mipaka is a “no limits” watch

Norqain and the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis have teamed up again for the Independence 40mm Hakuna Mipaka. The leopard print pattern extends to the soft-touch rubber…

Micro Mondays

06.03.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Horizon Pilgrim is a diver inspired by drama on the high seas

Jules Verne is one of the most influential authors of all time for one main reason — adventure. At the time, nobody else had captured…

From bargains to milestones – the 5 watches you’ll most enjoy buying

Lists

04.03.23

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From bargains to milestones – the 5 watches you’ll most enjoy buying

Last week we covered the 5 watches you’ll regret buying, which seemed to strike a chord with a lot of enthusiasts who could relate to…

Hands On

03.03.23

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HANDS-ON: Form follows function in the Sternglas Hamburg Automatik

Minimalism can often be used as an excuse by cheap watch brands to get away with lazy design, but the discerning eye will always be…

Five of the coolest Hublot ambassadors from Kylian Mbappé to Usain Bolt

Watch Reviews

03.03.23

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Five of the coolest Hublot ambassadors from Kylian Mbappé to Usain Bolt

Wherever you saw your first Hublot, chances are you saw it on the wrist of a celebrity. With bold, industrial designs that transcend both luxury…

Zach’s A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Up/Down ref. 221.021 is the grail that keeps on giving

Watch Reviews

28.02.23

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Zach’s A. Lange & Söhne 1815 Up/Down ref. 221.021 is the grail that keeps on giving

Editor’s Note: This in-depth review from Zach was originally ran in Sept. 2020, early in his Time+Tide career. After he mentioned the watch, and how…

Micro Mondays

27.02.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Circula AquaSport GMT is a funky diver with ’70s swagger

Calling Circula a microbrand feels like a bit of a disservice considering their history, but their approach to unique design and modern brand identity really…

The Full-Metal G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now in yellow gold

Introducing

27.02.23

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The Full-Metal G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now in yellow gold

The Casio G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now available in a Full-Metal yellow gold hued case and bracelet Casio are catching up with the modding community slowly,…

Hands On

26.02.23

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HANDS-ON: The Ball Endurance 1917 Series is dedicated to the heroic explorer Ernest Shackleton

Ask anyone to name an explorer of any kind, and there’s a high chance that you’ll hear the name Ernest Shackleton. Although his fame faded…

Opinion

25.02.23

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The 5 watches you’ll regret buying

Making mistakes is often credited as the best way to learn, but in the case of watch collecting your mistakes can be both emotionally and…

HANDS-ON: The Longines Pilot Majetek is a wrist-mounted flight instrument with a storied past

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22.02.23

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HANDS-ON: The Longines Pilot Majetek is a wrist-mounted flight instrument with a storied past

From measuring Lindberg’s first transatlantic flight to the monopusher chronograph worn by Amelia Earhart and the Weems, Longines’ tradition of pilot’s watches is a storied…

Introducing

22.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Junghans 1972 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships editions

Junghans have a long and impressive history in the Black Forest region of Germany, so they’re definitely not afraid of some snow. Despite being famed…

The Minase Masterpiece collection lives up to its name

In-Depth

21.02.23

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The Minase Masterpiece collection lives up to its name

When a brand so full of artistic integrity as Minase labels something a masterpiece, we had better pay attention. Given the level of quality and…

It’s Sydney’s time to shine with the Vacheron Constantin Villes Lumières

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20.02.23

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It’s Sydney’s time to shine with the Vacheron Constantin Villes Lumières

Sleep deprivation, hunger and having to pull a suitcase behind you while trying not to collapse are the usual symptoms of flying into a new…

Micro Mondays

20.02.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The MALM Air Wolf Viggen is a modern pilot’s watch with a Swedish twist

Aviation has a longstanding history with timekeeping and wristwatches, but that doesn’t mean you need to have decades of heritage behind you to make an…

From bank robber to worm picker, the best watches for the weirdest jobs

Watch Culture

19.02.23

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From bank robber to worm picker, the best watches for the weirdest jobs

Before buying a watch it’s important to consider how it will fit into your life, as different watches may benefit some lifestyles over others. The…

Versus

18.02.23

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VERSUS: The Grand Seiko SBGH289 and Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M divers duke it out

After the last edition of our Versus column between Seiko and Hamilton, Japan and Switzerland are battling each other once more. The rules state that…

The Independedit: Atelier de Chronométrie AdC22

Watch Reviews

18.02.23

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The Independedit: Atelier de Chronométrie AdC22

Spain may not be the first place you think of on mention of haute horlogerie, and yet it is the birthplace of one of the…

Hands On

16.02.23

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HANDS-ON: The Méraud Antigua is a yachting watch that bobs along on a delightfully retro wave

Having previously owned two vintage watches powered by Landeron movements, I’ve always believed they were unsung heroes in the world of Swiss chronographs. One of…

Micro Mondays

13.02.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The triumphant story of the Fears Brunswick

Some extinct brands that get revived for the modern mechanical boom are often raised in mystery, bought out by private companies who heap glory on…

Introducing

11.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra teams up with the popular Formula E racing team. The Mahindra Racing logo can be seen etched into the…

Introducing

10.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer wants to become your frequent flyer

The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer is their latest pilot’s watch. It features both GMT and chronograph complications. It’s a nice balance between sporty and…

Hands On

08.02.23

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HANDS-ON: The Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz is one of the best budget racing watches around

Since I first wrote about the French brand Yema in 2020, they have come a long way in both their catalogue and their audience. New…

Introducing

08.02.23

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INTRODUCING: The Bulova Lunar Pilot and Accutron Astronaut prepare for lift off once again

The Accutron Astronaut is being reissued with incredible accuracy The Bulova Lunar Pilot is getting rid of the date and coming down to 43.5mm The…

WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: Enough with the digital renders – brands need decent photography

Opinion

07.02.23

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WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: Enough with the digital renders – brands need decent photography

One of the most common tips given to watch shoppers is to go and see their potential purchases in the metal before buying them. Not…

Micro Mondays

06.02.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The William Wood Fearless is the brand’s first field watch

There’s a romanticisation that surrounds firefighting that’s been around since the profession’s inception. Firemen are mentioned by wide-eyed children in the same breath as astronauts…

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…