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Teutonic minimalism – 9 of the best Bauhaus watches

Buying Guides

16.03.25

Teutonic minimalism – 9 of the best Bauhaus watches

"Less, but better", the design ideology applies to all of these Bauhaus watches, though in vastly different ways.

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Kurono Tokyo, Taos and more

Last Week in Watches

16.03.25

New releases from Laurent Ferrier, Kurono Tokyo, Taos and more

Besides Omega and Hamilton, the rest of our selection this week is exclusively watches from non-big box brands. Exciting!

In The Shop

15.03.25

Is the Mido Multifort 8 Two Crowns the brand’s key to becoming a collection staple?

The Mido Multifort 8 Two Crowns brings back a Mido classic, now with an integrated bracelet and octagonal bezel.

Buying Guides

15.03.25

9 of the best watches under US$100

Finding a cheap watch is getting harder and harder, but there are still some quality options under US$100.

NOW Magazine Issue 10 brings you fast folks, faster cars, and more than 180 of the best watches to buy

In The Shop

15.03.25

NOW Magazine Issue 10 brings you fast folks, faster cars, and more than 180 of the best watches to buy

If you've ever wondered what Usain Bolt wears on a daily basis, or the car that Max Büsser drives, we've got the answer!

Paulin’s new Zapata Modul collection blends the world of modern art with 70s retro vibes

Introducing

14.03.25

Paulin’s new Zapata Modul collection blends the world of modern art with 70s retro vibes

Scotland's Paulin collaborates with Chicago-based artist and designer Crystal Zapata on a pair of stylish Modul art watches.

To no-one’s surprise, British Watchmakers’ Day delivered again

Friday Wind Down

14.03.25

To no-one’s surprise, British Watchmakers’ Day delivered again

A whopping 1,200 people plus, filled Lindley Hall in London on a sunny Saturday for British Watchmakers' Day - including us!

12 of the best microbrands bringing it to the big box brands

Buying Guides

14.03.25

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12 of the best microbrands bringing it to the big box brands

Here at Time+Tide, we're proud to be one of the watch industry's biggest supporters of micro and independent brands. Here's some of the best.

George R. R. Martin’s “In the Lost Lands” stars one of Blancpain’s most complicated watches

Pop Culture

13.03.25

George R. R. Martin’s “In the Lost Lands” stars one of Blancpain’s most complicated watches

From the mind of George R. R. Martin, "In the Lost Lands" stars Milla Jovovich, Dave Bautista, and a very complicated Blancpain watch.

Omega introduces a worldtimer function to the Planet Ocean line

Introducing

12.03.25

Omega introduces a worldtimer function to the Planet Ocean line

The world time complication makes its debut in the Planet Ocean family with these two unapologetically large watches.

What makes the new Citizen Premier collection qualify as luxury?

Introducing

11.03.25

What makes the new Citizen Premier collection qualify as luxury?

Citizen announces a renewed focus on affordable luxury watches by grouping two of its popular model families into a new collection.

Tudor 2025 predictions – why Rolex’s little sibling could end up overshadowing it this year

Opinion

11.03.25

Tudor 2025 predictions – why Rolex’s little sibling could end up overshadowing it this year

With Watches and Wonders Geneva just around the corner, we predict big things from Tudor for 2025.

Find out what the biggest stars of Formula 1 would drive and wear on their wrists for the rest of their lives

Video

11.03.25

Find out what the biggest stars of Formula 1 would drive and wear on their wrists for the rest of their lives

Find out what the stars of Drive to Survive had to say on the red carpet of the F1 75 event at the O2 in…

Hamilton creates a special watch for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Introducing

11.03.25

Hamilton creates a special watch for Death Stranding 2: On the Beach

Stepping from films to videos games, Hamilton watches stay at the heart of compelling stories.

9 of the best survival watches made to get through a sticky situation

Buying Guides

10.03.25

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9 of the best survival watches made to get through a sticky situation

Built to be tough and accompany you on any adventure, these survival watches may just help you get out of a sticky situation.

Havid Nagan challenges traditions with the new Classic One

Micro Mondays

10.03.25

Havid Nagan challenges traditions with the new Classic One

American microbrand Havid Nagan's latest effort represents a high watermark for refinement in the microbrand space.

The 15 best chronographs for timing everything from car races to coffee brewing

Buying Guides

10.03.25

The 15 best chronographs for timing everything from car races to coffee brewing

We've put together a list of some of the best chronograph watches on the market today that span the breadth of this popular category.

We held Anoma’s first major event to launch the A1 Slate, and this is what happened

Events

09.03.25

We held Anoma’s first major event to launch the A1 Slate, and this is what happened

To mark the launch of the first production piece from Anoma, we had the British watch community in our London Discovery Studio.

8 of the best mechanical digital watches to toe the line

Buying Guides

09.03.25

8 of the best mechanical digital watches to toe the line

A mechanical digital watch is borderline oxymoronic, but here are some of the best mechanical watches that digitally display the time.

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Last Week in Watches

09.03.25

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Casio celebrates International Women’s Day, Anoma releases its second-ever watch and King Seiko unveils a new flagship collection.

The PRC 100 Solar brings photovoltaic technology to an analogue Tissot

Hands On

08.03.25

The PRC 100 Solar brings photovoltaic technology to an analogue Tissot

Simple, solar Tissot.

News

08.03.25

Grand Seiko opens a luxurious new Melbourne boutique, a statement of intent from the Japanese brand

GS opens its second boutique in Australia in The Block Arcade on Melbourne's Collins Street, the main vein of Aussie watch culture.

Biver’s latest Automatique is its most visually restrained watch yet – but things are not as simple as they seem

Introducing

07.03.25

Biver’s latest Automatique is its most visually restrained watch yet – but things are not as simple as they seem

Available in Japan only, Biver's latest watch maintains a tradition of Japanese exclusivity while showcasing a more unambiguous approach.

Vacheron Constantin officially reopens Melbourne boutique, opening up the beautiful heritage-listed space

Friday Wind Down

07.03.25

Vacheron Constantin officially reopens Melbourne boutique, opening up the beautiful heritage-listed space

Plush sofas, VC-branded knick-knacks, and Holy Trinity watches galore.

Anoma updates its shaped A1 with a new Slate dial, and we got our hands on it

Introducing

07.03.25

Anoma updates its shaped A1 with a new Slate dial, and we got our hands on it

Anoma brings its second-ever watch to market, with a new dark grey dial colour, small changes to the case and an increase price.

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

Introducing

06.03.25

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

A blue-tinted sapphire dial, luminous rubber strap and thin proportions make this elevated dive watch an attractive beast.

Blancpain’s sporty new Fifty Fathoms Tech BOC IV supports a good cause in style

Hands On

06.03.25

Blancpain’s sporty new Fifty Fathoms Tech BOC IV supports a good cause in style

A contemporary, limited-edition take on the Fifty Fathoms formula that supports ocean conservation efforts? Sign me up.

The new Seiko Marinemaster Professional SLA081 is a hardcore, GS-powered monster tributing the very first Seiko diver

Hands On

06.03.25

The new Seiko Marinemaster Professional SLA081 is a hardcore, GS-powered monster tributing the very first Seiko diver

Titanium monobloc case, awesome dial design, and a Grand Seiko-derived movement.

The King Seiko VANAC sports a Grand Seiko-derived movement and a funky, angular case

Introducing

06.03.25

The King Seiko VANAC sports a Grand Seiko-derived movement and a funky, angular case

Angular, 1970s funk in a new shape for King Seiko.

Would you drop $35k on a mystery watch? That’s how the Ming Project 21 Horological Omakase was funded

Introducing

05.03.25

Would you drop $35k on a mystery watch? That’s how the Ming Project 21 Horological Omakase was funded

This tantalum-cased beauty is the ‘chef’s choice’ of the watch world, with Ming Thein in complete creative control.

9 of the best tough watches for timekeeping under extreme conditions

Buying Guides

05.03.25

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9 of the best tough watches for timekeeping under extreme conditions

Need a watch that can withstand the harshest things you can throw at it? Here are a few suggestions.

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Buying Guides

05.03.25

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Purple watch dials may not be the most common, but they are among the most evocative that you'll find on the market.

Mido’s Commander 1959 Pixel time travels to the disco dimension

Introducing

05.03.25

Mido’s Commander 1959 Pixel time travels to the disco dimension

Blending the Mido Commander 1959’s vintage style with modernity, this Pixel edition finds itself in a world of retro joy.

Breitling’s platinum-bezeled, blue B19 belter – the Navitimer B19 Chronograph 43 Perpetual Calendar

Introducing

04.03.25

Breitling’s platinum-bezeled, blue B19 belter – the Navitimer B19 Chronograph 43 Perpetual Calendar

For the first time, Breitling equips a non-limited edition Navitimer with one of its most technically ambitious movements – the Calibre B19.

Leonardo DiCaprio is now a Rolex ambassador: Why this superficial news may be significant…

Video

04.03.25

Leonardo DiCaprio is now a Rolex ambassador: Why this superficial news may be significant…

Leonardo DiCaprio is now a Rolex ambassador, but Zach explains why this superficial news may be more significant than you expect.

AnOrdain takes fired dials to the next step with a jet black Model 2 Porcelain

Introducing

04.03.25

AnOrdain takes fired dials to the next step with a jet black Model 2 Porcelain

AnOrdain releases an actual porcelain dial - this is what sets it apart.

RZE’s debut digital watch, the titanium-cased UTD-8000, is a fun move

Introducing

04.03.25

RZE’s debut digital watch, the titanium-cased UTD-8000, is a fun move

RZE's first digital timepiece offers G-Shock toughness with enthusiast-friendly features and great specs at an ultra-competitive price.

Hamilton goes green and adds metal bracelet options to two of its most iconic collections

In The Shop

03.03.25

Hamilton goes green and adds metal bracelet options to two of its most iconic collections

Hamilton has just upgraded the quartz lines on two of its most iconic collections, the Khaki Field and the out-of-this-world Ventura S, expanding their value…

Going for Oscar gold: the best watches of the 2025 Academy Awards

Pop Culture

03.03.25

Going for Oscar gold: the best watches of the 2025 Academy Awards

There was a theme tying the best watches of the 97th Academy Awards: they were all gold. Just like an Oscar!

Third time’s the charm for Second Hour with the new Mandala Mk3

Micro Mondays

03.03.25

Third time’s the charm for Second Hour with the new Mandala Mk3

The Australian microbrand iterates on its eye-catching and popular everyday wearer, strengthening its value proposition.

13 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs

Buying Guides

03.03.25

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13 of the best titanium watches to solve your lightweight needs

Though usually associated with sports watches, this selection of titanium watches encompasses pretty much all tastes.

The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about

In Depth

02.03.25

The V.F.A. 6185-8000 is a $90,000 Grand Seiko you’ve never heard of, but should know about

Fair warning - Grand Seiko nerdery inbound.

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Watch Education

02.03.25

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Why is Switzerland such a watchmaking powerhouse, and why is it so hard to make watches outside of the country?

10 of the best racing watches, including budget timers, iconic chronographs, and surprising tourbillons

Buying Guides

02.03.25

10 of the best racing watches, including budget timers, iconic chronographs, and surprising tourbillons

Racing and watches - name a better love story than that.

New releases from Audemars Piguet, Nivada Grenchen, Swatch x Omega and more

Last Week in Watches

02.03.25

New releases from Audemars Piguet, Nivada Grenchen, Swatch x Omega and more

AP released a bunch of watches to celebrate its 150th anniversary, Leica expanded its watch range and we got yet another MoonSwatch!

Rolex 2025 predictions – everything in this article is 100% guaranteed to happen, we promise

Opinion

01.03.25

Rolex 2025 predictions – everything in this article is 100% guaranteed to happen, we promise

It's a fun game we play every year - what will the crown show us as the curtain rises at their Watches and Wonders 2025…

The 6 best pulsometer watches you can buy in a heartbeat (more or less)

Buying Guides

01.03.25

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The 6 best pulsometer watches you can buy in a heartbeat (more or less)

These will get your heart racing in no time.

Exploring core members of the Laurent Ferrier Classic collection for its 15th anniversary

In Depth

01.03.25

Exploring core members of the Laurent Ferrier Classic collection for its 15th anniversary

Laurent Ferrier celebrates 15 years of haute horlogerie with these three models.

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

Buying Guides

01.03.25

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

The Tudor Black Bay has been a fan-favourite since release, but what if you're looking for bang for a little less buck?

Franck Muller’s Long Island Evolution Master Jumper is an avant-garde manual-winder with three jumping displays

Hands On

28.02.25

Franck Muller’s Long Island Evolution Master Jumper is an avant-garde manual-winder with three jumping displays

Three jumping displays, a shaped movement, and avant-garde design - that sounds like a Franck Muller, alright!

The Horological Society of New York and Christie’s team up for their 2025 Charity Auction

Friday Wind Down

28.02.25

The Horological Society of New York and Christie’s team up for their 2025 Charity Auction

Charitable festivities, a bunch of new APs, Leonardo DiCaprio joins the Rolex fam and a new MoonSwatch - all in a week's worth of days!

14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

Buying Guides

28.02.25

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14 of the best left-handed watches for southpaws and serious operators alike

These watches cater to every orientation of the population.

Introducing

28.02.25

Leica goes mid-sized with the new ZM 12

Leica goes mid-sized with its sports watch, bringing it down to 39mm with the new ZM 12 in a range of new colours.

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Brown Ceramic is going to be a future classic

Opinion

27.02.25

The Louis Vuitton Tambour Brown Ceramic is going to be a future classic

Emerging from the shadow of icons like the Royal Oak and Nautilus, the Louis Vuitton Tambour Brown Ceramic stands to be a future classic, Zach…

The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under

Buying Guides

27.02.25

The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under

Australia might not be the first place you think of when you're talking watches, but the Land Down Under is home to some seriously interesting…

Swatch introduces a new MoonSwatch, but also teases a Bioceramic Wittnauer 235T and Rolex 6238

Introducing

27.02.25

Swatch introduces a new MoonSwatch, but also teases a Bioceramic Wittnauer 235T and Rolex 6238

Swatch tributes the NASA flight-qualified Speedmaster ST105.003, and two other competitors.

The Sher Kids Watch is an educational tool for little grown-ups

Introducing

27.02.25

The Sher Kids Watch is an educational tool for little grown-ups

This thoughtfully-designed kids watch aims away from bright colours and towards sophistication.

Bōken breaches its barriers with its new British watch, the Breacher Collection

Introducing

26.02.25

Bōken breaches its barriers with its new British watch, the Breacher Collection

A no-nonsense tool watch, the Breacher features a stripped-back look with subtle details.

7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

Buying Guides

26.02.25

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7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

The best Art Deco watches combine stylised numerals, shapely cases, and above all, class.

Audemars Piguet adds two stealthy ceramic chronographs to its Royal Oak Offshore range

Introducing

26.02.25

Audemars Piguet adds two stealthy ceramic chronographs to its Royal Oak Offshore range

The Royal Oak Offshore is not a subtle watch, but these two new ceramic models are more understated than most.

The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Selfwinding Chronograph Tuscany Blue amps up genre distortion

Introducing

26.02.25

The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 Selfwinding Chronograph Tuscany Blue amps up genre distortion

Tuscan blue with a hint of bling for the new Code 11.59.

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked 150th Anniversary says goodbye to the Calibre 5135

Introducing

26.02.25

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Openworked 150th Anniversary says goodbye to the Calibre 5135

It's been a great run.

Audemars Piguet introduces the Calibre 7138, a new perpetual calendar operated entirely by the crown

Introducing

25.02.25

Audemars Piguet introduces the Calibre 7138, a new perpetual calendar operated entirely by the crown

Audemars Piguet's perpetual calendar saga continues with the Calibre 7138.