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Maen and seconde/seconde/ stir up a special Manhattan 37

30.06.23

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Maen and seconde/seconde/ stir up a special Manhattan 37

Romaric André of seconde/seconde/ teams up with Maen for an unexpect take on the Manhattan 37 The integrated-bracelet gets a literal cherry on top of…

News

29.06.23

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Sam Kerr joins IWC to continue the brand’s tradition of sporting greats

“We’re very lucky,” IWC CEO Chris-Grainger Herr modestly admits, when it comes to the brand’s stable of ambassadors and friends of the brand. The Schaffhausen…

I checked out the quirky Mancheront Pacer and its unique features

Hands On

29.06.23

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I checked out the quirky Mancheront Pacer and its unique features

With more and more microbrands on the rise, the idea of creating your own brand is something that’s become easier to stomach, whether through a…

Buying Guides

29.06.23

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The 5 best pulsometer watches

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…

How Zodiac started the funky colour trend

In-Depth

28.06.23

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How Zodiac started the funky colour trend

The deeper history of dive watches will always be murky, especially on the topic of first-time achievements when simultaneous development had countless brands competing. When…

Richard Mille goes head to head with Rolex with their own Le Mans centenary-celebrating RM 72-01 LMC Limited Edition

Introducing

28.06.23

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Richard Mille goes head to head with Rolex with their own Le Mans centenary-celebrating RM 72-01 LMC Limited Edition

Richard Mille and the Le Mans Classic have joined forces since 2002 While celebrating 100 years of Le Mans, the RM 72-01 LMC is limited…

Omega celebrates 75 years of the Seamaster with 11 new “Summer Blue” models across the collection (Live Video & Pics!)

Introducing

28.06.23

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Omega celebrates 75 years of the Seamaster with 11 new “Summer Blue” models across the collection (Live Video & Pics!)

A gradient of 11 new “Summer Blue” configurations for the 75th anniversary of the Seamaster that darken as the depth rating increases Each model has…

5 of the best panda dial chronographs of 2023

Buying Guides

27.06.23

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5 of the best panda dial chronographs of 2023

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…

RECOMMENDED VIEWING: Watchfinder & Co’s Andrew Morgan tells the story of the collector-made Lyrique watch

With each new release of a watch, for every person that comments they are ready to swipe their credit card, there are three more criticising…

Micro Mondays

26.06.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Nezumi Voiture is a milestone chronograph model for the Swedish brand

There is a crucial moment in the existence of an independent brand when it adds mechanical movements to their core collections. This change seems to…

The new TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton sends the racing classic accelerating toward the future

Hands On

26.06.23

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The new TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton sends the racing classic accelerating toward the future

There’s no questioning the icon status of Heuer among racing chronographs, and one of the main reasons is the Monaco. Boldfaced imitators aside, there really…

We asked you to describe the condition of this salvaged Rolex Submariner – these are our 5 favourite responses

Lists

25.06.23

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We asked you to describe the condition of this salvaged Rolex Submariner – these are our 5 favourite responses

Last week, we published a story on a Rolex Submariner watch that was salvaged by Australian surfer Matt Cuddihy. He found the watch trapped beneath…

Hublot’s Big Bang Integrated Tourbillon Full Carbon is ultra-light thanks to cutting-edge tech

Video

25.06.23

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Hublot’s Big Bang Integrated Tourbillon Full Carbon is ultra-light thanks to cutting-edge tech

Hublot’s Art of Fusion is mostly famous for their scratch-resistant King Gold, brightly-coloured ceramics and statuesque sapphire cases. It’s through this material experimentation that they…

The Ace x Elka Watch Company Diversity series

Introducing

25.06.23

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The Ace x Elka Watch Company Diversity series

Ace Jewelers and Elka Watch Company have teamed up to celebrate Amsterdam’s diversity. Both companies have links to the historical Dutch brand Elka. It’s available…

I think I have hit a wall in my watch-collecting journey…

The Collector's Crossroads

25.06.23

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I think I have hit a wall in my watch-collecting journey…

Not to force a pun here, but I really am at a crossroads in my collecting journey. I don’t wanna sound too braggadocious, but ultimately…

What’s worse than selling a $12,000 Rolex for $6,000 to buy drugs?

Pop Culture

24.06.23

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What’s worse than selling a $12,000 Rolex for $6,000 to buy drugs?

Whatever doesn’t kill you, may not actually make you stronger. But at least it provides good material for your Netflix show. That’s the case for…

How seconde/seconde/ became the watch world’s answer to Banksy

Interview

24.06.23

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How seconde/seconde/ became the watch world’s answer to Banksy

“GET YOUR ASS MOVING, BITCH”, says the dial of a smartwatch with the pedometer needle pointing at zero. “Up yours!”, another watch playfully informs its…

Pop Culture

24.06.23

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Watch brands enter the culture wars

In Australia, Sky News isn’t a precise equivalent of Fox News – its daytime news coverage is comparatively balanced. But Sky is also owned by…

Highlights from the Sotheby’s Important Watches and Fine Watches June sales results

Auctions

24.06.23

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Highlights from the Sotheby’s Important Watches and Fine Watches June sales results

Sotheby’s hosted their live Important Watches sale on June 9 and their Fine Watches sale ended on June 15 Two Paul Newman-owned Daytona watches headlined…

Norqain jazzes up the Wild One with skeleton-dialled duo

In The Shop

23.06.23

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Norqain jazzes up the Wild One with skeleton-dialled duo

Making waves upon its September 2022 release, the Norqain Wild One signalled that Jean-Claude Biver’s advisory role in the brand wasn’t just a marketing move,…

Friday Wind Down

23.06.23

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Grand Seiko remix their Green Birch with Mickey Mouse for Disney 100th celebrations

Grand Seiko love to celebrate anniversaries, unveiling countless special editions to commemorate milestones of the manufacture. Today, however, Grand Seiko helps Disney celebrate their 100th…

Glashütte Original’s Sixties gets a period-appropriate Small Second variant

Introducing

23.06.23

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Glashütte Original’s Sixties gets a period-appropriate Small Second variant

The Vintage collection has been home to Glashütte Original’s modern re-interpretations of their past catalogues, and the Sixties collection a spitting image of the watches…

How Australia fell in love with TAG Heuer

In-Depth

23.06.23

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How Australia fell in love with TAG Heuer

It’s a grey August morning in Sydney and the city centre is quieter than normal due to the winter rain bouncing off the streets. Hardier…

The Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years is a retro throwback loaded with Art Deco charm

Introducing

22.06.23

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The Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years is a retro throwback loaded with Art Deco charm

Alpina celebrate their 140th anniversary this year. The Alpina Heritage Carrée Mechanical 140 Years is powered by a Calibre 490 from 1938. 28 of the…

8 of the best watches with a polarising 4:30 date window

Lists

22.06.23

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8 of the best watches with a polarising 4:30 date window

These days it seems like brands are increasingly opting to have 4:30 positioned date windows on their watches. Just earlier today we introduced yet another…

Close but no cigar: Why I welcome horological deal breakers

Opinion

22.06.23

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Close but no cigar: Why I welcome horological deal breakers

At this specific moment in my life, there’s no way I should even think about buying another watch. On the back of a series of…

New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport collection brings a subtly sporty touch to the hit lineup

Introducing

21.06.23

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New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport collection brings a subtly sporty touch to the hit lineup

New Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport collection replaces former “GT” line Collection includes two chronographs and two automatics each presented with silver dials in steel…

A. Lange & Söhne invite Time+Tide Club Members to boutique lock-in

Events

21.06.23

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A. Lange & Söhne invite Time+Tide Club Members to boutique lock-in

On a cool Sydney night, with most of the darkened city preoccupied with the Vivid festival, A. Lange & Söhne and Watches of Switzerland hosted…

Jaeger-LeCoultre presents a black sunburst rendition of the Master Control Chronograph Calendar

Introducing

21.06.23

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Jaeger-LeCoultre presents a black sunburst rendition of the Master Control Chronograph Calendar

This Master Control collection was launched in 1992 as a look back at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s mid-century creations, but executed in a thoroughly modern way. It contains…

IWC is stealthy in ceramic for the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun

Video

20.06.23

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IWC is stealthy in ceramic for the Pilot’s Watch Chronograph Top Gun

Many manufacturers have delved into the recent trend of brightly coloured dials fitted to slightly dressier, but still everyday-friendly watches. It’s fairly rare, however, that…

In The Shop

20.06.23

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The Time+Tide Shop becomes the exclusive Australian retailer of Zodiac – a pioneering dive watch brand

The Time+Tide Shop keeps on keeping on, and we’re excited to introduce the latest newcomer – Zodiac. We’ll be offering pieces from all of Zodiac’s…

Buying Guides

20.06.23

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10 of the best British watch brands

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…

The MKII Stingray II Keroman is a true military diver, recreated

Micro Mondays

19.06.23

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The MKII Stingray II Keroman is a true military diver, recreated

We don’t need more dive watches. According to some anecdotal data, divers are the most popular type of watches because they are robust, versatile, and…

Bamford Watch Department x Wes Lang present a Limited Edition TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

Introducing

19.06.23

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Bamford Watch Department x Wes Lang present a Limited Edition TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph

BWD collaborates with Wes Lang to bring the artist’s signature flourishes to the iconic Carrera Chronograph Wes Lang is known for his recurring figures and…

Man files lawsuit against jeweller for not selling him promised $109K Patek after building up $220K purchase history

News

19.06.23

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Man files lawsuit against jeweller for not selling him promised $109K Patek after building up $220K purchase history

Patek Philippe collector Ali Rezaei has filed a lawsuit against Bay Area jeweller Shreve & Co. Rezaei alleges he was promised an allocation of a…

Everything you need to know about the new Omega Seamaster 300M 60 Years of James Bond Edition

Hands On

18.06.23

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Everything you need to know about the new Omega Seamaster 300M 60 Years of James Bond Edition

Omega celebrates 60 years of Bond with a new stainless steel Omega Seamaster 300M 60 Years of James Bond Edition.

The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks

Introducing

18.06.23

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The new Bulova Marine Star models reframe a mish-mash of influences into bombastic new looks

Some watches play to a faithful template, while others prefer to try something more imaginative. These new Bulova Marine Star models are definitely in the…

How smartwatches could protect soldiers from chemical warfare

News

18.06.23

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How smartwatches could protect soldiers from chemical warfare

War played a crucial role in the evolution of the wristwatch. Historians believe the idea of strapping watches to soldier’s wrists was probably conceived during…

Buying Guides

17.06.23

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11 of the best pink dial watches

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…

Marnaut opens a new chapter with a Croatian boutique, Swiss movements and German manufacturing

News

17.06.23

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Marnaut opens a new chapter with a Croatian boutique, Swiss movements and German manufacturing

A common feature of any independent brand, micro or otherwise, is the brave undertaking of “cutting out the middleman”. Even though this phrase has become…

IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX

Introducing

17.06.23

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IWC celebrates 75 years of the Mark series with a silver-dialled Mark XX

There’s no doubt that IWC is one of the most important players in the pilot’s watch game. Without digging too deep, numerous legendary models have…

The Nezumi Aviera is a GMT that looks like nothing else

Watch Reviews

17.06.23

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The Nezumi Aviera is a GMT that looks like nothing else

If you read Time+Tide, you know very well that GMTs are as popular as they have ever been. I would actually say, much more popular.…

Bethesda’s new Starfield video game smartwatch gets an IRL counterpart

Pop Culture

16.06.23

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Bethesda’s new Starfield video game smartwatch gets an IRL counterpart

In case you’ve avoided the news for the past several years (and who could blame you?), the gaming industry has become the world’s biggest avenue…

Friday Wind Down

16.06.23

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: A belated recap of the Parisian Breguet Type XX/20 event

Hey folks! Back in the Friday Wind Down saddle. I would have loved to share my experience during the Paris Breguet trip last week, but…

Mido takes it back to the 80s with the Multifort TV Big Date, launching in the Time+Tide shop

In The Shop

16.06.23

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Mido takes it back to the 80s with the Multifort TV Big Date, launching in the Time+Tide shop

It’s the 1970s, and colour TV is the hot new thing, with bulging CRT displays lodged into units that were too heavy to steal. This…

Buying Guides

16.06.23

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The 6 best perpetual calendar watches

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…

The Speake-Marin Academic Black Tie is minimalist and avant-garde

Hands On

15.06.23

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The Speake-Marin Academic Black Tie is minimalist and avant-garde

The evolution of Speake-Marin continues. Back when the brand was owned by its founder, most of their business was conducted as bespoke orders for extremely…

Remember that unreleased IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Lake Tahoe Lewis Hamilton was caught wearing? Well, it’s out now!

Introducing

15.06.23

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Remember that unreleased IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Lake Tahoe Lewis Hamilton was caught wearing? Well, it’s out now!

Lewis Hamilton was photographed wearing an unreleased white IWC watch at F1 Miami in May IWC today releases the IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Perpetual Calendar…

When “tropical” and “ghost bezel” don’t cut it. Describe the condition of this Rolex salvaged from the bottom of the ocean

Opinion

15.06.23

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When “tropical” and “ghost bezel” don’t cut it. Describe the condition of this Rolex salvaged from the bottom of the ocean

For people selling watches, “vintage” is the polite word for “old”. It’s easy to understand why this has become such a necessary euphemism when it…

Hands On

14.06.23

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HANDS-ON: The Longines Spirit Zulu Time 39 offers a more compact and ergonomic take on the prior 42

The Longines Spirit lineup has become a go-to collection to recommend when someone asks what a great option would be for an entry-level Swiss luxury…

Lists

14.06.23

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Our favourite Nomos watches of all time

Considering that Nomos only released their first watches a little over 30 years ago, they have made a considerably strong impact on the watch world.…

Hands On

14.06.23

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HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SLGC001 Tentagraph puts the evolution in Evolution 9

Grand Seiko is well-known for a wide array of dial expressions, faceted case geometries, handsome Zaratsu finishing, and, of course, their proprietary Spring Drive system.…

3 criminally undervalued watches to chase on the secondary market before buyers wake up

Lists

13.06.23

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3 criminally undervalued watches to chase on the secondary market before buyers wake up

I am totally going to regret this. Right now, I am giving you a window into my horological browser history. Watches I personally favourite on…

Hands On

13.06.23

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HANDS-ON: The Seiko 5 Sports retro colour collection

With its incredibly expansive catalogue of references and huge production numbers, the original Seiko 5 collection still feels like a pillar of the watchmaking landscape.…

We just reached 100K subs on YouTube! So we’re celebrating with a 5 WATCH GIVEAWAY. Here is how to enter…

News

13.06.23

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We just reached 100K subs on YouTube! So we’re celebrating with a 5 WATCH GIVEAWAY. Here is how to enter…

Confucius once said, “Choose a job you love, and you will never have to work a day in your life”. I think I can safely…

Roger Dubuis CEO Nicola Andreatta on the concept of Hyper Horology and expecting the unexpected

Interview

12.06.23

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Roger Dubuis CEO Nicola Andreatta on the concept of Hyper Horology and expecting the unexpected

The next stop in our Watches & Wonders CEO interview journey is Roger Dubuis, a brand notable for their big switch from super-classical to Hyper…

Micro Mondays

12.06.23

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Vario 1945 D12 Field Watch delivers vintage vibes for a bargain price

Vario are one of the most beloved microbrands, and despite the fact that they may not receive as much hype as others, they still hold…

Should you ever wear your watch over your cuff? Not unless you’re a playboy billionaire

Watch Culture

11.06.23

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Should you ever wear your watch over your cuff? Not unless you’re a playboy billionaire

Life was sweet for Gianni Agnelli. “Every woman in the world was in love with him and every man in the world wanted to be…

New Rolex Daytona revealed for 24 Hours of Le Mans race centenary – what you need to know

Introducing

11.06.23

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New Rolex Daytona revealed for 24 Hours of Le Mans race centenary – what you need to know

New 18K white gold Rolex Daytona with special visual cues celebrates 100 years of 24 Hours of Le Mans race Uses a new 4132 calibre…

Kylie Jenner’s five year old daughter Stormi is the latest to join our “Ice, Ice, Baby” list with solid gold Rolex

Pop Culture

11.06.23

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Kylie Jenner’s five year old daughter Stormi is the latest to join our “Ice, Ice, Baby” list with solid gold Rolex

The lives of the rich and famous may not be relatable for everyone, but there is something kinda sweet about a parent letting their child…

When it comes to Porsche Design’s new Chronograph 718 Spyder RS, you have options

Introducing

10.06.23

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When it comes to Porsche Design’s new Chronograph 718 Spyder RS, you have options

As the famous slogan goes, “Porsche…there is no substitute”. A young Tom Cruise knew it after outrunning the bad guy with his father’s 928 in…

Watch Education

10.06.23

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What is a dive watch?

Coming into the world of watch collecting can be confusing for a beginner, as watch enthusiasts have developed a small lexicon of their own. Although…

The Chanel Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa is a playful tribute to Coco Chanel

Introducing

10.06.23

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The Chanel Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa is a playful tribute to Coco Chanel

The latest ode to Coco Chanel is the Chanel Mademoiselle J12 La Pausa. It shows Coco Chanel in a more androgynous style which she paved…