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The Depancel Legend 60s is their first hand-wound mechanical chronograph. It follows a more competitive and serious design language than the Meca-Quartz Serie-A Stradale. The…
The 2023 Academy Awards was held this past weekend, but just prior to the ceremonies I flew out to California to join Omega for a…
Zach, what would be a great first watch for me to buy? This is a question I get asked all the time, and the answer…
Even if someone has never paid any attention to watches or motorsport, there’s a high chance that they would recognise the Carrera name. Such is…
Nivada Grenchen has enjoyed an inspiring renaissance under Guillaume Laidet’s leadership ever since their revival, and there’s been no shortage of amazing releases, both limited…
This may be the first time that I’m recommending a watch that you will never wear yourself, but the target demographic for Blok Watches don’t…
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Opera Automata follows the Carpe Diem to show what LV are looking to push with their ultra high-end pieces
Watchmaking is a serious business, one that can be very buttoned up and traditional. But in an age of social media, we have begun to…
The Vanguard Rose Skeleton Diamonds from Franck Muller is a display of the Master of Complications’ other claim to fame – gem-setting. Taking the form…
The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire features a golden bridge inspired by a design of Leonardo Da Vinci The vertical tourbillon placement is inspired by traditional pocket…
If you’ve had a Rolex stolen in the last 20 years, Bologna police want to hear from you. That’s because there’s a chance you might…
Seiko are celebrating their 110th anniversary of making wristwatches. The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series pays tribute to traditional Japanese techniques. The four dials cover enamel,…
Founded in 2015 by Jon Mack, Traska is one of those brands that has become popular amongst watch enthusiasts for a few reasons: affordable prices…
Panerai recently celebrated the opening of their first Australian stand-alone boutique with an event at the new store in Sydney’s King Street peppered with all…
Watches have been inextricably linked with cars for the longest time, a symbiotic partnership that boomed once motor racing became a worldwide phenomenon. This prompted…
When I was young, just like many other kids, I dreamed of being a fighter pilot. Perhaps it was the infectiously catchy Kenny Loggins song…
With Zach out and about, I thought I’d jump in and cover this week’s Friday Wind Down with your regularly scheduled content – memes, wrist…
Looking for a singular resource on all the watch finishing techniques you should ever be familiar with? Look no further, as we try to list…
Timeless and traditional, here's our guide to some of the best moonphase watches on the market.
Norqain and the Hakuna Mipaka Oasis have teamed up again for the Independence 40mm Hakuna Mipaka. The leopard print pattern extends to the soft-touch rubber…
Vacheron Constantin recently opened their brand new flagship boutique in the heart of Sydney’s CBD. To help celebrate the opening, the maison are housing a…
For me, this International Women’s Day feels somehow different or perhaps more poignant to previous years in our horological microcosm. That’s because, I think, perhaps…
A couple of weeks ago, Town & Country ran an article with the cheekily provocative headline: Does Kim Kardashian Actually Have Good Taste in Jewellery? The…
Introducing the Seiko SLA069 Naomi Uemura Limited Edition, with cues of glacial colours Inspired by the conquests of one of Japan’s best-known explorers Powered by…
Ok. So we just published a story on the new Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch Moonshine, honing in on the reactions we compiled upon its unveiling.…
Oh, the Swatch x Omega MoonSwatch. Around this time last year, the unveiling of the concept and original collection was a massive moment for the…
Gérald Genta. Anyone who calls themselves a watch enthusiast is familiar with the legendary designer, and the mainstream consumer base for watches, whether they realise…
The Maurice Lacroix Pontos Chronograph 43mm delivers an exciting casual watch Two new dial options are presented with the refresh An automatic Cal. ML112 chronograph…
In 1963, two legends were born that would both go on to become icons within their respective fields: the Heuer Carrera and the Porsche 911.…
When it comes to their ambassadors, Hublot is known for their stable of sporting superstars that have included Usain Bolt, Novak Djokovic and Diego Maradona. But…
Jules Verne is one of the most influential authors of all time for one main reason — adventure. At the time, nobody else had captured…
Casio as a first watch is something that a lot of us can relate to. No matter how many fine mechanical timepieces are in the…
Ryan Serhant is a wildly successful man. As the face of TV shows such as Million Dollar Listing New York and Sell It Like Serhant, he’s become one…
The watch community is growing and evolving, but at times there are still some antiquated lines of thought plaguing it – discouraging newcomers from joining…
Though I love the watch community as a whole, there are times where I couldn’t disagree more with the direction of its ire. One such…
Trends come and go, and the hype around particular watches, or watch segments, shift over time. These days, for example, integrated designs are all the…
Last week we covered the 5 watches you’ll regret buying, which seemed to strike a chord with a lot of enthusiasts who could relate to…
Jacob & Co. dials back their outsized aesthetic for a surprisingly restrained new Casino model Yes, there’s an actual functioning roulette wheel built into the…
Rado has always been a unique company in the annals of Swiss watchmaking – a collision of heritage and high tech is how one could…
If I asked you what attributes are necessary for a brand to be elevated to the echelons occupied by the likes of the holy trinity,…
Welcome back to Big Watches, Small Wrists, a series where we look at those big beauties and their size-restrained counterparts to allow you, small-wristed reader,…
It’s proved to be a busy week for Australian watch enthusiasts from around the country. Firstly, TAG Heuer celebrated the opening of their seventh stand-alone…
Minimalism can often be used as an excuse by cheap watch brands to get away with lazy design, but the discerning eye will always be…
Wherever you saw your first Hublot, chances are you saw it on the wrist of a celebrity. With bold, industrial designs that transcend both luxury…
The Baume & Mercier Riviera GMT finally acknowledges travel as part of a luxury lifestyle. The latest Riviera wave dial is stunning in either silver…
It’s funny to think that there was a point in time where a turning bezel was a major selling point, but by 1960 a dive…
The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet has been a hot subject of debate since its debut in 2019. It’s fair to say, as historically happened…
Hamilton’s latest additions to the Jazzmaster line present some attractive and versatile all-rounders The Jazzmaster Performer Automatic Chrono brings neo-vintage styling in an appealing package…
If you spend any considerable time on watch-related internet sites and Instagram, you would’ve seen people obsessively trying to categorise watch brands. Whether that be…
If you spend any time on the watch internet whatsoever, you’ll quickly become familiar with ETA and Sellita, eventually recognising Kenissi, Vaucher and others. While…
Watches in film, whether or not snobbish enthusiasts are willing to admit it to themselves, are some of the biggest motivators for people to get…
New T50 watches with new in-house Goldbronze 125 alloy comprised of 12.5% solid gold (Omega’s bronze gold is 37.5% for comparison) Standard-production models use it…
Editor’s Note: This in-depth review from Zach was originally ran in Sept. 2020, early in his Time+Tide career. After he mentioned the watch, and how…
Hanhart’s Pioneer One range is getting even more modern with a black PVD case The almost-iridescent blue dial matches the suede leather strap The dimensions…
Calling Circula a microbrand feels like a bit of a disservice considering their history, but their approach to unique design and modern brand identity really…
The Casio G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now available in a Full-Metal yellow gold hued case and bracelet Casio are catching up with the modding community slowly,…
Editor’s note: A while back, the New York Times wrote a story entitled Instagram and the Watch World about how social media had “created a…
Ask anyone to name an explorer of any kind, and there’s a high chance that you’ll hear the name Ernest Shackleton. Although his fame faded…
In the collective memory of watch enthusiasts, the legendary watchmakers are the likes of Breguet, Lange and of course the holy trinity of Audemars Piguet,…
Watch enthusiasts do not always share the Swiss philosophy of neutrality. Being enthusiastic about something inevitably leads to hot takes, strong and stubborn opinions and,…
Making mistakes is often credited as the best way to learn, but in the case of watch collecting your mistakes can be both emotionally and…
Plenty of television shows can get a bit dark, whether it’s the incestuous violence of House of Dragons, murder mysteries like The Undoing or plots involving…
The Tangente launched as one part of a quartet of watches designed by Susanne Günther in 1992, marking the beginnings of NOMOS Glashütte. Throughout the…
