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HANDS-ON: A charming surprise – the Oris Big Crown 1917 
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HANDS-ON: A charming surprise – the Oris Big Crown 1917 

Oris has developed a bit of a reputation for consistently releasing surprising vintage-inspired pieces. Having said that, their Big Crown 1917 is a little more…
IN-DEPTH: Is the Seiko Prospex SLA017 62MAS re-creation their best dive watch ever?
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IN-DEPTH: Is the Seiko Prospex SLA017 62MAS re-creation their best dive watch ever?

The story in a second The most eagerly awaited dive watch release from Seiko…ever? Seiko were relative latecomers to the professional dive watch game, coming…
HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Horograph
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HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Horograph

Earlier this year Bell & Ross released a pair of their trademark square watches that demonstrated quite a different take on their perennial aviation theme.…
HANDS-ON: A classic, redefined – The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in steel
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HANDS-ON: A classic, redefined – The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 in steel

Forget the fuss about the Sea-Dweller and the palaver over the Sky-Dweller, the real Rolex of 2017 is the Datejust 41 in steel. On the…
LIST: 11 vintage watches for under $2000 that look superb on women
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LIST: 11 vintage watches for under $2000 that look superb on women

There’s no better way for nascent female watch enthusiasts to dip their toes into luxe waters than scaling the vintage market for a play with…
VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser
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VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser

Editor’s Note: You think you know someone. When Felix had the idea to tell a story about a fictional IWC Portugieser wearer through the visual…
EDITOR’S PICK: Revisiting the Omega Seamaster 300
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EDITOR’S PICK: Revisiting the Omega Seamaster 300

Editor’s Note: Initially released in 2014, the Seamaster 300 was a near perfect combination of heritage and technique. Four years on and still going strong…
HANDS-ON: The sleeper hit — Girard-Perregaux’s 1966 WW.TC in steel
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HANDS-ON: The sleeper hit — Girard-Perregaux’s 1966 WW.TC in steel

Girard-Perregaux is one of Swiss watchmaking’s best-kept secrets. The La Chaux-de-Fonds based brand offers a complete — and compelling — package, fine pedigree, and a…
INTRODUCING: The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT – proven quality at a price that’s hard to beat
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INTRODUCING: The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT – proven quality at a price that’s hard to beat

German based Archimede is one of those small brands that quietly go about their business, sticking to their niche and making some excellent watches with…
HANDS-ON: The complementary tones of the Montblanc 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter in bronze
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HANDS-ON: The complementary tones of the Montblanc 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter in bronze

Way back in January, one of the watches we were most excited to see at the SIHH was Montblanc’s high-end, Minerva-powered 1858 Chronograph Tachymeter in…
HANDS-ON: A traveller’s twin-set – Panerai’s Radiomir 1940 3 Days GMT PAM 628 and PAM 657
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HANDS-ON: A traveller’s twin-set – Panerai’s Radiomir 1940 3 Days GMT PAM 628 and PAM 657

Over the last few years, Panerai has gone to a lot of effort to evolve their offering. The foundation pieces are still there – aggressively…
HANDS-ON: The Blancpain Tribute to Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC – a modern take on military style
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HANDS-ON: The Blancpain Tribute to Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC – a modern take on military style

Blancpain has an excellent history in dive watches, and among the most coveted are the military-issued pieces. In this already hyper-specialised niche, the MIL-SPEC I…
HANDS-ON: Aggressively monochrome – the blacked-out Bulgari Octo Ultranero
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HANDS-ON: Aggressively monochrome – the blacked-out Bulgari Octo Ultranero

With its intensely angular octagonal case, it’s easy to see why Bulgari’s Octo collection is a cult favourite. And the latest versions take the model…
HANDS-ON: A winning combination – the yellow gold, Cerachrom and Oysterflex Rolex Daytona (ref. 116518LN) 
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HANDS-ON: A winning combination – the yellow gold, Cerachrom and Oysterflex Rolex Daytona (ref. 116518LN) 

When I first saw the new gold Daytonas at Basel, I didn’t quite know what to make of them. After the phenomenal success of last…
VIDEO: Montblanc’s Orbis Terrarum UNICEF limited edition
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VIDEO: Montblanc’s Orbis Terrarum UNICEF limited edition

When they’re done right, limited edition watches are great. They offer some exclusivity, membership to a special club, and that feeling of being part of…
EDITOR’S PICK: It’s all in the crown – the steel Clé de Cartier
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EDITOR’S PICK: It’s all in the crown – the steel Clé de Cartier

Editor’s Note: While everyone’s been going crazy over Cartier’s Drive recently, we’ve still got a lot of love in our hearts for the cushiony Clé…
MY 6 MONTHS WITH: The Tudor Pelagos LHD
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MY 6 MONTHS WITH: The Tudor Pelagos LHD

Late last year I celebrated a milestone birthday, turning the big three-zero. After coming to terms with the death of my twenties and realising that…
VIDEO: The dressy new face of the TAG Heuer Link 
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VIDEO: The dressy new face of the TAG Heuer Link 

TAG Heuer has pulled off a minor miracle with the Link. They’ve taken one of their most recognisable designs, one synonymous with the ‘90s, and…
EDITOR’S PICK: Always evolving – the Hublot Big Bang Meca-10
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EDITOR’S PICK: Always evolving – the Hublot Big Bang Meca-10

Editor’s Note: This year Hublot released several golden new Meca-10s, and we were surprised at just how different they looked to the original. Before we…
VIDEO: One for the ladies – the Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook in white
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VIDEO: One for the ladies – the Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook in white

So far this week we’ve looked at the larger 45mm Captain Cook and the smaller vintage versions. To round out the trifecta, we’re taking this bright…
INTRODUCING: The Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Vintage Chronograph
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INTRODUCING: The Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Vintage Chronograph

When I hear the words Bell & Ross, I immediately picture square watches inspired by flight instruments – watches like the iconic BR01 or its…
EDITOR’S PICK: The greatest chronograph of our times? The rise and rise of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Datograph Up/Down
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EDITOR’S PICK: The greatest chronograph of our times? The rise and rise of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Datograph Up/Down

Editor’s Note: In the hurly burly hustle of endless new releases it’s sometimes important to sit back in a Chesterfield or similar with an overfull glass of…
VIDEO: The Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook, live on the wrist
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VIDEO: The Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook, live on the wrist

We’ve already given you a pretty thorough look at Rado’s pint-sized and patriotic Captain Cook, but while still photography is great at showing the finer…
MY WATCH STORY: Will’s Perrelet Dual Time Skeleton Chronograph
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MY WATCH STORY: Will’s Perrelet Dual Time Skeleton Chronograph

A lot of watch conversation happens in high places. So it should come as no surprise that our recent trip to Monaco, where we spent…
HANDS-ON: The Omega Speedmaster Apollo XVII – a tribute to the last man on the moon
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HANDS-ON: The Omega Speedmaster Apollo XVII – a tribute to the last man on the moon

The relationship between Omega and space is special. Central to this relationship, of course, is the Speedmaster Professional, a phenomenally popular watch thanks in no small…
IN-DEPTH: The Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook – one of the best reissues of 2017
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IN-DEPTH: The Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook – one of the best reissues of 2017

The story in a second Who expected a drool-worthy heritage reissue from ceramic focused Rado at Baselworld? No one, that’s who. While Rado is particularly…
VIDEO: Vintage inspiration in a modern package – the Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook 45mm
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VIDEO: Vintage inspiration in a modern package – the Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook 45mm

Rado’s HyperChrome Captain Cook has made waves this year, mostly due to the nearly pitch perfect 37mm reissue. And while there’s a lot to like…
EDITOR’S PICK: Winter warmer – the Longines Heritage 1945
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EDITOR’S PICK: Winter warmer – the Longines Heritage 1945

Editor’s Note: Simple vintage looks, rich tones, a brushed dial and a cinnamon suede strap to die for, all for a very reasonable price. The…
HANDS-ON: Dark and deadly – the Grand Seiko Black Ceramic Spring Drive Chronograph GMT (ref. SBGC221)
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HANDS-ON: Dark and deadly – the Grand Seiko Black Ceramic Spring Drive Chronograph GMT (ref. SBGC221)

To be honest, when I first saw Grand Seiko’s contemporary-looking new modular ceramic Spring Drives, I was on the fence. I didn’t expect it, and…
VIDEO: The heavy metal hardware that is the brand new TAG Heuer Senna Heuer 01 with Link bracelet
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VIDEO: The heavy metal hardware that is the brand new TAG Heuer Senna Heuer 01 with Link bracelet

TAG Heuer is not a brand to waste an occasion, and with Chris Hemsworth, his mate Matt Damon and a cast of VIPs all staying in…
EXCLUSIVE: First live pics of new limited edition Senna watches including the Heuer 01 Senna
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EXCLUSIVE: First live pics of new limited edition Senna watches including the Heuer 01 Senna

To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s first Monaco Grand Prix victory in 1987, TAG Heuer is releasing three new limited edition watches in…
EDITOR’S PICK: Not your average chronograph – the Montblanc Homage to Nicolas Rieussec II Limited Edition
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EDITOR’S PICK: Not your average chronograph – the Montblanc Homage to Nicolas Rieussec II Limited Edition

Editor’s Note: For my money, the Rieussec is one of the most interesting collections in Montblanc’s fine watchmaking line up. And, like most of the…
VIDEO: The new Rolex Sea-Dweller (ref. 126600) – live on the wrist
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VIDEO: The new Rolex Sea-Dweller (ref. 126600) – live on the wrist

Given that 2017 marks the 50th anniversary of the Sea-Dweller, Rolex’s iconic deep diver, we were pretty confident that we were going to see an…
HANDS-ON: Small changes make a big impact – the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Accio Automatic (PAM 682)
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HANDS-ON: Small changes make a big impact – the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Accio Automatic (PAM 682)

It’s been a strong year for the Submersible collection, with Panerai hitting home runs with the latest Bronzo, the ingenious BMG-Tech and the luxe lusciousness of…
VIDEO: The most complicated watch in the world – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega
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VIDEO: The most complicated watch in the world – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega

Franck Muller has the impressive title of ‘The Master of Complications’ – and this wristwatch is the reason why. The Aeternitas Mega features a staggering 36…
INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name
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INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name

In 1939 when two Portuguese merchants approached IWC about making a wristwatch with the same levels of accuracy usually seen in marine chronometer pocket watches, they…
VIDEO: There’s more to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than meets the eye
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VIDEO: There’s more to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than meets the eye

At first glance the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second seems simple enough, with its round 39.6mm case in satin-brushed steel and uncluttered dial. Closer examination reveals…
HANDS-ON: Ulysse Nardin’s surprise sailing watch – the Marine Regatta
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HANDS-ON: Ulysse Nardin’s surprise sailing watch – the Marine Regatta

Ulysse Nardin made their name way back in 1846 making marine chronometres – highly accurate ship’s clocks that were an essential navigational tool in the times…
HANDS-ON: Hublot takes matching your watch to your suit to the next level with the Classic Fusion Italia Independent
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HANDS-ON: Hublot takes matching your watch to your suit to the next level with the Classic Fusion Italia Independent

Aside from Big Bangs, Hublot is perhaps best known for their prolific, and occasionally surprising, partnerships. One of the most interesting, from a design and technique…
VIDEO: Omega’s Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m gets a meaningful makeover
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VIDEO: Omega’s Seamaster Aqua Terra 150m gets a meaningful makeover

It’s easy to get distracted by the brightest, shiniest watches of Baselworld; the watches that live up to the marketing parlance of ‘novelties’. But sometimes…
EDITOR’S PICK: Looking back at Basel 2016’s bad boy – the Rolex Air-King
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EDITOR’S PICK: Looking back at Basel 2016’s bad boy – the Rolex Air-King

Editor’s Note: This year the watch that had tongues wagging at Baselworld was, without doubt, the Tudor Black Bay Chrono. Last year it was the…
EDITOR’S PICK: Not your average Speedy – the Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph
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EDITOR’S PICK: Not your average Speedy – the Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph

Editor’s Note: Green, gold, silver, and grey. What a colour combo! And who said that Speedies always had to be black? I spent some quality…
HANDS-ON: Looking for a dressy daily wearer that’s a little left field? Try the Chopard L.U.C XP
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HANDS-ON: Looking for a dressy daily wearer that’s a little left field? Try the Chopard L.U.C XP

I don’t want to sound like a jaded watch journalist because – let’s be honest – those guys are the worst. But having said that, there were…
EDITOR’S PICK: The purity of the Grand Seiko Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 (ref. SBGH005)
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EDITOR’S PICK: The purity of the Grand Seiko Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 (ref. SBGH005)

Editor’s Note: For all that the watch industry speaks about timelessness and classic design, it rides the winds of fad and fashion just like any…
HANDS-ON: The TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01, now in a wrist-friendly 43mm
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HANDS-ON: The TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01, now in a wrist-friendly 43mm

One of the watches I was most looking forward to seeing in the metal at Baselworld was the 43mm version of the distinctive Heuer 01.…
HANDS-ON: Last year’s surprise Tudor hit just got bigger – the Heritage Black Bay 41
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HANDS-ON: Last year’s surprise Tudor hit just got bigger – the Heritage Black Bay 41

One of the standouts for Tudor last year was the small and simple Black Bay 36. For the first time Tudor’s key collection shed its…
VIDEO: The Big Bang, but not as you know it – Hublot’s Sang Bleu in King Gold
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VIDEO: The Big Bang, but not as you know it – Hublot’s Sang Bleu in King Gold

One of the keys to success for any watch brand is to have something instantly recognisable – a watch that can be spotted from the…
HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord
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HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord

If you’re familiar with Raymond Weil it should come as no surprise that music is a recurring theme in their collections. From homages to iconic…
VIDEO: Smoke gets in your eyes – the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Perpetual Calendar Sapphire
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VIDEO: Smoke gets in your eyes – the Montblanc Heritage Spirit Perpetual Calendar Sapphire

When we evaluate a watch, one of our key criteria is clarity. Things like: Is the watch legible? Can you read the time in an instant?…
VIDEO: 3 of the biggest Blancpains from Baselworld
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VIDEO: 3 of the biggest Blancpains from Baselworld

If you love dive watches but don’t love the wrist-dominating size that typically goes along with the genre, you’ll want to pay close attention to…
EDITOR’S PICK: TAG Heuer’s new breed – the Carrera Heuer 01
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EDITOR’S PICK: TAG Heuer’s new breed – the Carrera Heuer 01

Editor’s Note: These days TAG Heuer’s contemporary new Carrera is a defined part of the watch landscape – coming in a wide range of colours…
HANDS-ON: The Nomos Club Campus makes the grade
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HANDS-ON: The Nomos Club Campus makes the grade

If you’re an avid follower of our Instagram stories, you might have overheard my candid thoughts on the new entry level Nomos as we captured…
HANDS-ON: One simple word that makes the Longines Record a big deal
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HANDS-ON: One simple word that makes the Longines Record a big deal

Here at Time+Tide we make no bones about being greatly enamoured of Longines’s heritage offerings, so it’s understandable that we made a beeline for the…
VIDEO: 3 outstanding Breguet watches from Basel 2017, including the incredible Marine Équation Marchante
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VIDEO: 3 outstanding Breguet watches from Basel 2017, including the incredible Marine Équation Marchante

Breguet may not have had the largest collection on display at Basel, but they certainly had one of the most complex. As well as some…
HANDS-ON: Way of the warrior – the Seiko Samurai returns in 2017
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HANDS-ON: Way of the warrior – the Seiko Samurai returns in 2017

Seiko’s Prospex series of professional dive watches is renowned for two things: its exceptionally high quality-to-value ratio and its large number of passionate fans. And…
VIDEO: 4 winning Rados to look out for in 2017
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VIDEO: 4 winning Rados to look out for in 2017

When you walk into the Rado booth at Basel you can be pretty confident that you’ll see ceramic – and lots of it. This year the…
INTRODUCING: Looks good, does good – the Montblanc UNICEF Orbis Terrarum Limited Edition
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INTRODUCING: Looks good, does good – the Montblanc UNICEF Orbis Terrarum Limited Edition

Montblanc has been supporting UNICEF, the United Nations organisation dedicated to improving the lives of children, since 2004, with a particular focus (appropriately enough) on…
VIDEO: Explaining a legend – the history of the IWC Portugieser
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VIDEO: Explaining a legend – the history of the IWC Portugieser

There’s a good reason the Portugieser collection is one of IWC’s most popular (in Australia at least). It’s a big, commanding watch that nevertheless possesses…
HANDS-ON: The Rolex Cellini Moonphase – what it is and why it matters
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HANDS-ON: The Rolex Cellini Moonphase – what it is and why it matters

While the current Rolex Cellini collection will never have the same mass appeal or cool cachet as their ever-popular steel sports models, I think this…
EDITOR’S PICK: 6 stunning pictures of the Hublot Classic Fusion Racing Grey in King Gold
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EDITOR’S PICK: 6 stunning pictures of the Hublot Classic Fusion Racing Grey in King Gold

Editor’s Note: Most of the time the old adage of a picture being worth a thousand words is tired and overused. But sometimes it’s true.…
VIDEO: Top 4 Oris releases of Basel 2017
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VIDEO: Top 4 Oris releases of Basel 2017

Oris seem to be going from strength to strength, releasing smart watch designs – like the Divers Sixty-Five – that impress critics and customers alike. This…
HANDS-ON: Masculinity meets romance in the Drive de Cartier Moon Phases
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HANDS-ON: Masculinity meets romance in the Drive de Cartier Moon Phases

In our recently published interview, Arnaud Carrez, Cartier’s Head of Marketing and Communications, said that the Drive represents a different kind of masculinity, one that isn’t defined…
VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 4, Jaeger-LeCoultre vs Cartier – cutting shapes
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VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 4, Jaeger-LeCoultre vs Cartier – cutting shapes

If there’s one key take away from this year’s new watch releases, it’s that brands are playing it safe, with simple, round, steel watches being…