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The new Breguet Type XX and Type 20 move the needle forward while being more faithful to the OGs than ever
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The new Breguet Type XX and Type 20 move the needle forward while being more faithful to the OGs than ever

When you think of Breguet watches, the first word that comes to mind is probably guilloché. The maison is widely celebrated for their engine-turned dials,…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex celebrates 100 years of Le Mans, while Philippe Dufour is a birthday boy
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Rolex celebrates 100 years of Le Mans, while Philippe Dufour is a birthday boy

With our globetrotting editor out and about on a Paris adventure discovering the Type XX, I thought I’d jump in and cover some of this…
The new Junghans Meister Pilot models put a fresh twist on pilot’s watches
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The new Junghans Meister Pilot models put a fresh twist on pilot’s watches

Junghans adds three new versions to the Meister Pilot collection The new dial colours include sand and navy blue A rich history complements great value…
The 5 most outrageous Father’s Day gifts for watch loving fathers
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The 5 most outrageous Father’s Day gifts for watch loving fathers

So Father’s Day is nearly here, and your dad is a rather diehard watch collector. Now that we’ve sorted out your superhero origin story (the…
The 5 best square watches
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The 5 best square watches

Over the past 100 years, wristwatch trends have changed significantly, yet none stand out more so than the classic square case design. The enduring appeal…
Who are #tide and what do they do?
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Who are #tide and what do they do?

If you’ve been paying attention to watchmaking trends in the last few years, then you’ll be incredibly aware of the push towards sustainability throughout the…
The RZE Aspirare launches the brand into yet unexplored waters
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The RZE Aspirare launches the brand into yet unexplored waters

I’ve often sung RZE’s praises as one of the few microbrands to have kept their prices as low as possible while providing fantastic specifications, and…
The Horage Lensman 2 doubles down on the vintage camera inspiration
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The Horage Lensman 2 doubles down on the vintage camera inspiration

Despite the obvious links to a passion for photography, it seems as though the chief mission for Horage is to redefine the meaning of ‘tool…
The OWO & House of Bovet Special Edition 19Thirty is a truly exclusive watch
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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…
The Ball Roadmaster Ocean Explorer blends nautical utility with strong all-round specifications
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The Ball Roadmaster Ocean Explorer blends nautical utility with strong all-round specifications

Despite “Road” and “Ocean” not necessarily being compatible worlds, the Ball Roadmaster Ocean Explorer is an incredibly cohesive watch with impressive features. Few brands can…
The Dan Henry 1970 44mm is back with new colours and the same, affordable price
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The Dan Henry 1970 44mm is back with new colours and the same, affordable price

The Dan Henry 1970 44mm has been re-issued four years after it sold out. The range of new colours includes a black and cream dial…
The 5 best Tiffany blue watches
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The 5 best Tiffany blue watches

In December 2021, a late addition to a Phillips Auction stunned the watch world when Patek Philippe introduced one of those watches that takes trends…
When are we going to accept that fashion brands can make legit timepieces? 6 amazing references from rulers of the runway
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When are we going to accept that fashion brands can make legit timepieces? 6 amazing references from rulers of the runway

If a luxury brand is synonymous with handbags or jewellery, most watch collectors won’t usually give them the time of day, as we tend to…
The Time+Tide Shop is now home to Boldr Supply Co.
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The Time+Tide Shop is now home to Boldr Supply Co.

If you’ve read any previous Boldr article on Time+Tide, you would’ve noted the general enthusiasm about the excellent value proposition the brand presents. Whether that’s…
MICRO MONDAYS: The Stella Breslin revives the linen dial for the here and now
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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
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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…
WHAT IF… Universal Genève was revived?
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WHAT IF… Universal Genève was revived?

Universal Genève’s story is one of the highest of highs and lowest of lows. The brand experienced fruitful periods for much of its lifetime, only…
From Rado to Hublot, why watch brands are finally padding up for cricket
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From Rado to Hublot, why watch brands are finally padding up for cricket

For most of the planet, cricket is totally unfathomable. Even in England, there used to be a common tea-towel (see below) that highlighted what a…
The Accutron Spaceview Evolution is a more decorative twist on the Spaceview 2020
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The Accutron Spaceview Evolution is a more decorative twist on the Spaceview 2020

New Accutron Spaceview Evolution is literally a twist on the Spaceview 2020 Movement orientation has shifted 30 degrees, offering a new dial aesthetic and crown…
The 5 best affordable mechanical chronographs under $3,000
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The 5 best affordable mechanical chronographs under $3,000

If you’re looking to build a well-rounded watch collection, a mechanical chronograph has to be in the conversation. You could go all in with a…
The colourful Frederique Constant Highlife Automatic and Classics Premiere
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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…
The first double-faced watch wasn’t made by the brand you expect
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The first double-faced watch wasn’t made by the brand you expect

Back in the centuries where pocket watches were the pinnacle of horology, experimentation was rife. Among the watches of royalty were incredible complications, calendars, automatons…
Tudor vs Rolex is no longer such a fanciful comparison and a visit to the new manufacture shows why
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Tudor vs Rolex is no longer such a fanciful comparison and a visit to the new manufacture shows why

At Watches & Wonders this year, one night I accidentally got on the wrong bus from the Palexpo convention centre and found myself whizzing through…
Back in black: The Porsche Design Chronograph 1 celebrates 75 Years of the iconic car brand
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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.…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Citizen to open new NYC flagship, JLC announces Golden Ratio Music Show
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Citizen to open new NYC flagship, JLC announces Golden Ratio Music Show

Just ahead of the weekend, two brands have announced some exciting news! Citizen to open multi-brand flagship in New York City Some people hear the…
Is this brand new Casio the one to unseat the best-selling watch in the world?
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Is this brand new Casio the one to unseat the best-selling watch in the world?

Everyone’s got one, it seems. The ubiquitous little Casio F-91W, that is. First introduced in 1989, this most basic of black plastic digital watches can…
The Norqain Freedom 60 Ice Blue is a blast of menthol freshness on the wrist
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The Norqain Freedom 60 Ice Blue is a blast of menthol freshness on the wrist

The Norqain Freedom 60 Ice Blue Limited Edition brings fresh new colour to the catalogue. Its 100m water-resistant case makes it ready for adventure even…
VIDEO: Hublot’s colourful Spirit of Big Bang 32 and Yellow Magic
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VIDEO: Hublot’s colourful Spirit of Big Bang 32 and Yellow Magic

Hublot’s bold designs aren’t exactly known for their versatility, but I think a lot of people could be surprised by just how much their style…
Tissot revives the trailblazing Sideral with a new forged carbon case (live pics)
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Tissot revives the trailblazing Sideral with a new forged carbon case (live pics)

The 1970s were a spawning ground for all things weird and wonderful in design, leaving behind the classical, restrained designs of the mid-century aesthetic. Bullhead…
The Certina DS Action Diver takes a trip to the darkside
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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…
How time shaped the Type 20 chronograph, and the brands that keep the legend alive
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How time shaped the Type 20 chronograph, and the brands that keep the legend alive

Watches and military history have an unbreakable bond. You only need to think back to the very beginnings of the wristwatch as a tool. During…
The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan
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The Grand Seiko SBGH283 you can only buy at their Studio Shizukuishi in Japan

Last month, I had the distinct honour of travelling to Japan with Grand Seiko for an in-depth tour of their various watchmaking studios and more.…
Jaeger-LeCoultre focuses on refinement of their elegant collection for Watches & Wonders 2023
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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 10 best everyday watches
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The 10 best everyday watches

As monstrous and unnatural as it sounds, there are people who only want one watch in their lives. In days past, this wasn’t such an…
Why Boldr is the enthusiast brand that you should have on your radar
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Why Boldr is the enthusiast brand that you should have on your radar

Their name may not be as recognised as Rolex by the hoi polloi, but Singaporean microbrand Boldr Supply Co. has long been something of an…
The Depancel Jürgen Clauss Chronograph is infused with racing spirit and vintage style
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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
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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…
Second Hour’s Mandala Burst offers a fresh take on the everyday watch
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Second Hour’s Mandala Burst offers a fresh take on the everyday watch

Owing to the likes of the Rolex Explorer and Omega Aqua Terra, robust everyday watches have become their own thing. Because what we need is…
FAST X: The watches of the Fast & Furious cast
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FAST X: The watches of the Fast & Furious cast

The Fast & Furious films are a fun, perhaps, guilty pleasure for millions. The franchise is essentially a racing soap opera packed with fight scenes…
WHAT IF… TAG Heuer created their own MoonSwatch moment with a retro Formula 1?
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WHAT IF… TAG Heuer created their own MoonSwatch moment with a retro Formula 1?

Welcome to another episode of WHAT IF…, where we ruminate on the alternate reality of a watch industry in a parallel universe. For this installment,…
10 of the best sector dial watches
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10 of the best sector dial watches

Among the more distinguished watch design languages was the Art Deco period, birthing iconic designs such as the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and  Cartier Tank, alongside lesser-known…
All the heavy hitters from Chopard’s 2023 collection
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All the heavy hitters from Chopard’s 2023 collection

Chopard brought the heat for Watches & Wonders 2023.
Can you ever really retire from being a watch collector or enthusiast?
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Can you ever really retire from being a watch collector or enthusiast?

As I always say, I was a watch enthusiast long before I was a watch journalist. I will always first and foremost be a watch…
The light-hearted magic of the Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon Full Blue Sapphire
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The light-hearted magic of the Hublot Big Bang Tourbillon Full Blue Sapphire

Hublot dominate the sapphire-case game to the extent that other brands barely even attempt to match them. Previous years have seen the Big Bang in…
Maurice Lacroix presents the new Pontos S Diver in proper Mediterranean fashion
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Maurice Lacroix presents the new Pontos S Diver in proper Mediterranean fashion

Maurice Lacroix releases a new version of the Pontos S Diver after discontinuing the 2013 model Three dial colourways available: Grained Black, Lacquered White &…
The 10 best lume dial watches
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The 10 best lume dial watches

The formula is simple. Lume is cool, so that must mean the more lume, the better. Rather than pointing out any potential flaws in my…
The TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton gives the iconic model a techno remix
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The TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton gives the iconic model a techno remix

TAG Heuer releases the first Monaco with a skeletonised dial Three colourways available – Original Blue, Racing Red and Turquoise Cases are made from grade…
Bulgari’s high jewellery watches take inspiration from Mediterranean flora and fauna
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Bulgari’s high jewellery watches take inspiration from Mediterranean flora and fauna

With the rise of their watches popularity on the back of some pretty stellar releases – the Octo Finissimo, recent Octo Roma, and the ever-evolving…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: AP has a MARVELous week with a new watch, new CEO and US$6.2M auction result
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: AP has a MARVELous week with a new watch, new CEO and US$6.2M auction result

Often watch brands release their new products at the same time so they’re all fighting for the spotlight. But Audemars Piguet is very good at…
The Franck Muller Grand Central Tourbillon Flash brings a sporty attitude to a complex movement
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The Franck Muller Grand Central Tourbillon Flash brings a sporty attitude to a complex movement

It can sometimes be difficult to know what to make of Franck Muller. Whether it’s because of the brand’s relative youth or general whimsical approach…
Audemars Piguet unveils new Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” 42mm
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Audemars Piguet unveils new Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” 42mm

New Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon “Spider-Man” marks second Marvel collaboration after “Black Panther” Continues tradition of a limited edition of 250 pieces, with…
5 sleeper picks from the upcoming Sotheby’s Fine Watches auction starting next week
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5 sleeper picks from the upcoming Sotheby’s Fine Watches auction starting next week

Watch auctions are typically associated with record-breaking prices and incredible amounts of money spent on coveted collectables. During my visit to Sotheby’s Upper East Side…
Two Rolex Daytonas owned by Paul Newman and a full-set Comex Sea-Dweller headline Sotheby’s Important Watches auction on June 9
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Two Rolex Daytonas owned by Paul Newman and a full-set Comex Sea-Dweller headline Sotheby’s Important Watches auction on June 9

Some people think you need to wait for Watches & Wonders to see new watches, but this June in New York, there are dozens of…
The Casio G-Shock G-Squad is the perfect remake of a 40-year-old legend
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The Casio G-Shock G-Squad is the perfect remake of a 40-year-old legend

If you’re into cars, you’ll be familiar with the old adage that every petrolhead needs to own an Alfa Romeo at some point in their…
Had a watch stolen? Use this Premier League footballer’s tactic to get it back…
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Had a watch stolen? Use this Premier League footballer’s tactic to get it back…

In March this year, Premier League footballer Rico Henry was in a London hotel when he somehow managed to lose his Rolex. The watch had…
Time+Tide Club x Giorgio Armani x Parmigiani Fleurier and the stunning Armani 11
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Time+Tide Club x Giorgio Armani x Parmigiani Fleurier and the stunning Armani 11

Parmigiani Fleurier is somewhat of a horological unicorn, with many lusting over the brand, but few ever getting to see their pieces in the metal.…
The 10 best Japanese watch brands
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The 10 best Japanese watch brands

Japan has played numerous crucial roles in horological history, whether introducing one of the first automatic chronographs, developing a watch resistant enough to be used…
Longines remind us why they boast one of the watch world’s most enviable histories
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Longines remind us why they boast one of the watch world’s most enviable histories

The person in charge of Longines’ heritage reissues must have one of the watch world’s cushiest jobs. I always imagine them lazing around for most…
VIDEO: Andrew and Fabrizio break down the new Bulgari Octo Roma and the first-ever Octo Roma chronographs
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VIDEO: Andrew and Fabrizio break down the new Bulgari Octo Roma and the first-ever Octo Roma chronographs

The Roman Jeweler of Time is home to many wonderful creations, but, due to the success and milestone records broken within the collection, much of…
The J.N. Shapiro Resurgence brings American craftsmanship roaring back
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The J.N. Shapiro Resurgence brings American craftsmanship roaring back

J.N. Shapiro introduces the first handmade mechanical watch “Made in America” since 1969 The Resurgence is a love letter to handmade watchmaking, offering a layered…
MICRO MONDAYS: Marin Instruments create a skin diver for the 21st century
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MICRO MONDAYS: Marin Instruments create a skin diver for the 21st century

For those who were into scuba diving in the 1960s/70s and did not care for the professional-grade dive watches from Rolex and Blancpain, skin divers…
Studio Underd0g’s whimsical offerings are now available in the Time+Tide Shop!
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Studio Underd0g’s whimsical offerings are now available in the Time+Tide Shop!

While there’s plenty of (micro)brands out there doing their thing in their own unique way, there is no brand out there that quite does it…
IWC’s green-dialled Pilot’s Chrono in rose gold is a luxe take on a tool watch
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IWC’s green-dialled Pilot’s Chrono in rose gold is a luxe take on a tool watch

All the rage at the IWC booth during the 2023 edition of Watches & Wonders was the revamped Genta Ingenieur, and rightfully so, for the…