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08.10.23

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10 of the best flieger watches

The flieger style of pilot’s watches has its roots in World War II, however, they’ve since outgrown their origins and taken on a life of…

A brown Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is a first collaborative effort for Watchfinder

Introducing

08.10.23

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A brown Maen Skymaster 38 MKIII is a first collaborative effort for Watchfinder

Maen collaborates with watch YouTube's most famous pair of hands on a limited edition Skymaster 38 MKIII

New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

Last Week in Watches

08.10.23

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New releases from anOrdain, Baltic, Audemars Piguet and more

The theme of many of this week's releases is a return to more vintage proportions... But those with more substantial wrists need not worry, either.

The future of luxury watch marketing is 3D

Opinion

07.10.23

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The future of luxury watch marketing is 3D

Watches are big business, and despite periodic highs and lows, the industry is estimated to wind up 2023 at nearly US$100 billion. Naturally, competition is…

The Vulcain Cricket Nautical celebrates its 62nd birthday with a sapphire upgrade

Introducing

07.10.23

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The Vulcain Cricket Nautical celebrates its 62nd birthday with a sapphire upgrade

The Vulcain Cricket Nautical is back in time to celebrate its 62nd birthday.

Watch Education

07.10.23

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What is a pilot’s watch?

Getting into the minutiae of watch collecting can be daunting for a beginner, but luckily sometimes can actually be as simple as they sound. With…

Horage Mission Independence – what you need to know

News

06.10.23

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Horage Mission Independence – what you need to know

Have you ever dreamed of designing your own watch? I sure have, but as much of an enthusiast as I am, I do not have…

Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko

Friday Wind Down

06.10.23

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Going for a ‘Spring Drive’ with Grand Seiko

Jamie and Borna were lucky enough to go driving supercars with Grand Seiko. Must be nice.

The Baltic Hermétique Tourer is a field watch with mid-century looks and modern specs

Introducing

06.10.23

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The Baltic Hermétique Tourer is a field watch with mid-century looks and modern specs

Baltic introduce a brand new field model in the Hermétique Tourer, with some impressive specifications to boot

The ArtyA Curvy Purity Tourbillon is a great example of artisanal sapphire watchmaking

Introducing

06.10.23

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The ArtyA Curvy Purity Tourbillon is a great example of artisanal sapphire watchmaking

The ArtyA Curvy Purity Tourbillon embraces symmetrical and whimsical design. The Purity Tourbillon movement boasts a huge 17mm tourbillon cage that beats at 4Hz. Close…

The new Speake-Marin Academic Rouge offers their entry design in a new hue

Hands On

05.10.23

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The new Speake-Marin Academic Rouge offers their entry design in a new hue

Speake-Marin offers their entry-level Academic in a new Rouge configuration. The distinct red of the dial is achieved through 14 layers of Pantone 188C-coloured lacquer.…

5 French watch brands you’ve never heard of but should know

Lists

05.10.23

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5 French watch brands you’ve never heard of but should know

In the first episode of The Lineup, Zach and Marcus discover five French watch brands they've never heard of.

The new Longines Spirit Flyback Titanium addresses a point of contention within the collection

Introducing

04.10.23

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The new Longines Spirit Flyback Titanium addresses a point of contention within the collection

Longines present a new iteration of the Spirit Flyback chronograph with a grade 5 titanium case and red dial accents.

The Longines Mini DolceVita launches at a star-studded evening

Introducing

04.10.23

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The Longines Mini DolceVita launches at a star-studded evening

The Longines DolceVita receives a Mini makeover, with three dial variations in a host of bright colours.

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet debuts in new 38mm size

Introducing

03.10.23

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Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet debuts in new 38mm size

The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet makes its first-ever debut in a 38mm size with ivory and purple hues.

News

03.10.23

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We need YOU to answer this survey…

Your feedback has helped shape the evolution of T+T over the past 10 years, and will now help direct the next exciting phase of our…

Hands On

03.10.23

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Rado DiaStar Original Skeleton

Leaders in development of ceramic, Rado presents the latest in line of their cult heroes, the DiaStar Original Skeleton.

The highlights from the Australian Financial Review’s About Time Watch Fair

Events

02.10.23

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The highlights from the Australian Financial Review’s About Time Watch Fair

We look back at some of the best moments from Sydney’s very first prestige watch fair.

The Vario Empire True GMT is an Art Deco-inspired travel watch for design purists

Micro Mondays

02.10.23

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The Vario Empire True GMT is an Art Deco-inspired travel watch for design purists

Vario's first take on a GMT watch elegantly executes the complication without compromising the Empire's distinct Art Deco aesthetic.

Recycle your broken watch for free, while getting cash off a new Timex

News

02.10.23

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Recycle your broken watch for free, while getting cash off a new Timex

Going green is all the rage when it comes to corporate happy-speak, but my salt shaker is always within arm’s reach whenever I read about…

Letting go of a grail: Why I am selling my near-perfect Omega Speedmaster

Opinion

01.10.23

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Letting go of a grail: Why I am selling my near-perfect Omega Speedmaster

I never thought these words would come out of my mouth, but I am letting go of one of the holiest grails in my collection,…

The ATP watch is the precursor of the Dirty Dozen that no one knows about

In Depth

01.10.23

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The ATP watch is the precursor of the Dirty Dozen that no one knows about

Turns out that there is a field watch that preceded the Dirty Dozen...

The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

Hands On

01.10.23

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The Seiko Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50 combines Australian and Japanese inspiration

The new Seiko Presage Cocktail Time Irori Moments SRPK50J takes inspiration from an Australian whisky distillery's bespoke cocktail

New releases from Nomos Glashütte, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and more

Last Week in Watches

01.10.23

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New releases from Nomos Glashütte, Louis Vuitton, Cartier and more

Last week's big releases were particularly colourful, from laser tag-inspired Zodiacs to beautifully enameled Louis Vuitton watches.

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford is one for the motoring enthusiasts

Introducing

30.09.23

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The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph x Team Ikuzawa by Bamford is one for the motoring enthusiasts

A three-way collaboration between TAG Heuer, Japanese motorsport team and fashion label Team Ikuzawa, and legendary watch customiser George Bamford. Based on the 42mm Carrera…

Why Blancpain’s epic marketing flex didn’t involve a single watch

Opinion

30.09.23

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Why Blancpain’s epic marketing flex didn’t involve a single watch

In the early 1950s, Blancpain’s CEO Jean-Jacques Fiechter was diving off the coast of Cannes when he lost track of time. It almost proved a…

Watch Education

30.09.23

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What is a field watch?

From the beginnings of the wristwatch in the trenches of World War I to mass production in World War II, we tell you all about…

Introducing

29.09.23

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Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon EOD

Sporting the brand's signature tritium tubes, the Ball Engineer Hydrocarbon EOD is backed by the US Navy Explosive Ordnance Disposal unit.

WatchTime & Windup: NYC’s horologically-fueled weekend to return next month

Friday Wind Down

29.09.23

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WatchTime & Windup: NYC’s horologically-fueled weekend to return next month

For those in the NYC area, the end of October once again promises to be a great opportunity to see some great watches 'in the…

Buying Guides

29.09.23

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5 of the best strap monsters

Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.

The Zodiac x Worn & Wound Super Sea Wolf Laser Tag is a raver’s dream

Introducing

29.09.23

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The Zodiac x Worn & Wound Super Sea Wolf Laser Tag is a raver’s dream

Decked out in photoreactive laser traces, the Zodiac x Worn & Wound Super Sea Wolf collaboration is one of the most fun releases of the…

Our top 6 watches from Bremont’s Melbourne boutique

Lists

28.09.23

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Our top 6 watches from Bremont’s Melbourne boutique

We visited Bremont's flagship Australian boutique in Melbourne and picked 6 must-see references they've got in the range.

The Franck Muller Vanguard Beach is a summery sports watch inspired by the sea

Introducing

28.09.23

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The Franck Muller Vanguard Beach is a summery sports watch inspired by the sea

An Asia-Pacific exclusive, this colourful new Franck Muller collection arrives just in time for Southern Hemisphere summer.

Has the hype watch launch gotten out of hand?

Opinion

28.09.23

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Has the hype watch launch gotten out of hand?

In this post-MoonSwatch world, are too many brands trying to take advantage of hype culture?

The Depancel Serie-R 80s revels in neon brashness

Hands On

27.09.23

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The Depancel Serie-R 80s revels in neon brashness

The styles of the 1980s are possibly the most revered through rose-tinted glasses, with nostalgia contributing to the global success of shows like Stranger Things…

The surprisingly colour-changing Cartier Santos in green

What We Wore

27.09.23

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The surprisingly colour-changing Cartier Santos in green

Combining a sporty, large case shape with a smoky green dial, we wore the new Cartier Santos introduced at Watches & Wonders 2023.

The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow brings modern noir to a vintage design

Hands On

26.09.23

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The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow brings modern noir to a vintage design

The Zenith Defy Revival Shadow is the first of the collection to undergo a more modern makeover in microblasted titanium.

Introducing

26.09.23

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Bulova Oceanographer Devil Diver GMT

The Bulova Oceanographer Devil Diver gets a true GMT upgrade, courtesy of Miyota movement.

Tom Brady continues on an absolute tear with his exponentially growing watch collection

Pop Culture

26.09.23

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Tom Brady continues on an absolute tear with his exponentially growing watch collection

Retired NFL quarterback Tom Brady's watches are often in the news. Take a look at all the fun timepieces he's adding to his collection.

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3

Introducing

25.09.23

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Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 3

Crafted from 9K bronze gold, this is a luxurious, retro-inspired Fifty Fathoms that unites both Blancpain's heritage and the Maison's innovative present (and future).

Micro Mondays

25.09.23

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Manime La Fidèle

The new Manime La Fidèle vies to be the ultimate minimalist integrated bracelet watch that doesn't skimp on specs.

I’ve found the perfect watch, but it’s gigantic

Opinion

25.09.23

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I’ve found the perfect watch, but it’s gigantic

Size does matter, especially so when you come across a watch that is perfect - except that it doesn't fit your wrist whatsoever.

Hands On

24.09.23

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The Yema Sous Marine is a modern dive watch from a mostly retro-inspired brand

Collaborating with underwater photographer “Cayman” Jason Washington, Yema show off their know-how when it comes to a more contemporary design with the Sous Marine.

Louis Vuitton Tambour Einstein Automata Only Watch 2023

In Depth

24.09.23

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Louis Vuitton Tambour Einstein Automata Only Watch 2023

We take a closer look at the Louis Vuitton Tambour Einstein Automata, the brand's entry into the 2023 edition of Only Watch.

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and Cartier Tank- how do the two icons stack up?

Versus

24.09.23

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Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and Cartier Tank- how do the two icons stack up?

When it comes to rectangular watches, there are pretty much only two titans. Brands which release their own will inevitably be compared to them, and…

New releases from Nivada Grenchen, Norqain, Cartier and more

Last Week in Watches

24.09.23

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New releases from Nivada Grenchen, Norqain, Cartier and more

This week’s selection mainly includes many watches that are off the beaten path. The famous independent MB&F and the very popular Furlan Marri are just…

Watch Education

23.09.23

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What is a dress watch?

Can it have a complication, and should it be precious metal? We endeavour to demystify the dress watch.

Introducing

23.09.23

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Fratello x Minase M-3 Nori

Boutique brand Minase present the M-3 Nori, the second Batavo-Japanese limited edition with Fratello.

The Breguet Classique Répétition Minutes 7637 is stealth wealth, personified

Introducing

23.09.23

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The Breguet Classique Répétition Minutes 7637 is stealth wealth, personified

Breguet subtly flexes their horological muscles with a grand feu enamel dial and a repeater calibre.

The Time+Tide team picks their favourite waitlisted watches

Lists

22.09.23

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The Time+Tide team picks their favourite waitlisted watches

In a world where hype is seemingly king, there are watches that us regular mortals are unlikely to ever be able to obtain. Waitlist numbers…

Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

Friday Wind Down

22.09.23

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Another one bites the dust: Freddie Mercury’s Seiko sells for big bucks

We discuss the Queen frontman's humble Seiko, the semi-finalists for the inaugural Louis Vuitton Watch Prize as well as rare vintage Vacherons making their way…

Andrew picks 3 new stealth wealth watches for 2023

Video

22.09.23

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Andrew picks 3 new stealth wealth watches for 2023

Luxury is typically associated with lavishness and opulence – diamonds, gems, yellow gold and the like. Some people want everyone around them to know they…

Watch Education

22.09.23

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How to be a watch enthusiast with $0

Whether it’s a tough economic time or you’re cutting yourself off after too many impulse purchases, there’s always a moment in a watch enthusiast’s life…

IWC Portugieser Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph Lewis Hamilton

Introducing

21.09.23

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IWC Portugieser Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph Lewis Hamilton

Lewis Hamilton and IWC collaborate on a third limited-edition piece, introducing the Portugieser Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph Lewis Hamilton

Introducing

21.09.23

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Zenith DEFY Extreme Carl Cox

Zenith teams up with legendary British club DJ and record producer Carl Cox on a second music-inspired signature edition, this time based on the bold…

Introducing

20.09.23

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CODE41 NB24 Stratom

Switzerland's no-bullshit, fan-favourite microbrand returns with a sporty new edition of their NB24 chronograph.

Cartier Les Rééditions Tank Cintrée Platinum

Introducing

20.09.23

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Cartier Les Rééditions Tank Cintrée Platinum

Cartier's elegantly curved Tank Cintrée gets a luxurious 950 platinum makeover to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the watch in this most precious of metals.