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26.05.24

Eastern connection: a conversation with author and super-collector Aashdin K. Billimoria

Chronographs with date wheels that go up to 39, maharajas' pocket watches, and vintage Breitling are the stomping grounds for this gentleman.

Watch Education

26.05.24

How much do stone dials actually cost?

Buffy explores the 1970s trend that is back in full swing, and how far your money actually goes.

New releases from Ming, Timex, F.P. Journe and more

Last Week in Watches

26.05.24

New releases from Ming, Timex, F.P. Journe and more

Many independents are launching more and more new models and big box brands are not far behind with some interesting additions to their collection.

Hands On

25.05.24

The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Chronographe Rattrapante is a gilded return to brand origins

The Parmigiani Fleurier Toric collection is back, headlined by the Chronographe Rattrapante.

The A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Up/Down gets a sporty lift in blue

Hands On

25.05.24

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The A. Lange & Söhne Datograph Up/Down gets a sporty lift in blue

Any new A. Lange & Söhne releases is exciting, even when it's just a new dial for one of the most important chronographs ever.

The new Oris Aquis Date Taste of Summer duo is mouthwatering and watermelon-evoking

Introducing

25.05.24

The new Oris Aquis Date Taste of Summer duo is mouthwatering and watermelon-evoking

Colourful and bright must've been the design brief for the Taste of Summer, Oris' latest variant of the Aquis Date.

The new TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton transcends time periods for the Monaco Grand Prix

Introducing

24.05.24

The new TAG Heuer Monaco Chronograph Skeleton transcends time periods for the Monaco Grand Prix

Just in time for the eponymous Grand Prix, TAG Heuer updates the Monaco Skeleton.

Seiko President Akio Naito says Grand Seiko micro-adjustment is “on the way”

Friday Wind Down

24.05.24

Seiko President Akio Naito says Grand Seiko micro-adjustment is “on the way”

A long-desired feature for Grand Seiko bracelets, a LinkedIn comment from Seiko President Akio Naito suggests it is in the works.

Watch Education

24.05.24

What is Gibeon meteorite?

Buffy explores the out-of-this-world origins of the Gibeon meteorite, and how watch manufacturers made the most of it.

How much does a lifetime of servicing actually cost?

Watch Education

23.05.24

How much does a lifetime of servicing actually cost?

A mechanical watch may be the sustainable option for the environment, but does the same apply when it comes to your wallet?

The Ulysse Nardin Diver Net & Skeleton OPS introduce military green vibes to the range

Hands On

23.05.24

The Ulysse Nardin Diver Net & Skeleton OPS introduce military green vibes to the range

Ulysse Nardin shows how to do green watchmaking in more than one way with the new Diver Net and Skeleton OPS.

Moritz Grossmann and Art in Time team up to benefit the Princess Grace Foundation

Introducing

22.05.24

Moritz Grossmann and Art in Time team up to benefit the Princess Grace Foundation

With a pink Comblémine dial and completely over-engineered movement, this Moritz Grossmann is a prime example of Glashütte watchmaking.

Horological high school: what watch clique do you belong to? Here’s what you had to say

Watch Culture

22.05.24

Horological high school: what watch clique do you belong to? Here’s what you had to say

Imagine you're back in high school and the bell rings for lunch. Which 'table' of watch collectors do you sit with? Our community got creative…

Bulgari’s Aeterna collection celebrates 140 years of Roman and Greek heritage with a gem-setting masterclass

Introducing

22.05.24

Bulgari’s Aeterna collection celebrates 140 years of Roman and Greek heritage with a gem-setting masterclass

Bulgari celebrates in style, with gems upon gems upon gems, crafting some watches that are almost jewellery, and others that definitely are.

New Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris models introduce new colours and a new complication for the line

Introducing

21.05.24

New Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris models introduce new colours and a new complication for the line

While new colourways are always appreciated, Jaeger-LeCoultre has launched a new Polaris with a travel time complication.

The full metal Casio GMW-B5000D-2DR & GM-B2100AD-2ADR make the case for elevated G-SHOCK watches

In The Shop

21.05.24

The full metal Casio GMW-B5000D-2DR & GM-B2100AD-2ADR make the case for elevated G-SHOCK watches

Casio might be the masters of resin watches, but there's just something undeniably cool about a proper steel G-SHOCK.

DWISS doubles down on a novel time-telling display with the M3S

Micro Mondays

20.05.24

DWISS doubles down on a novel time-telling display with the M3S

Dubbed the "mysterious signature hours", DWISS presents another new, but affordable way to tell time.

Is the new steel Rolex GMT-Master II with a black-grey bezel boring or beautifully monochromatic?

Hands On

20.05.24

Is the new steel Rolex GMT-Master II with a black-grey bezel boring or beautifully monochromatic?

Is changing colours a novelty, or is it an acceptable compromise for a proven design? Zach finds out.

We’re giving away two pizza watches to celebrate 200k followers

Events

19.05.24

We’re giving away two pizza watches to celebrate 200k followers

You read that right. We are going to be giving away two of our Time+Tide x Studio Underd0g ‘Hand Delivered’ Pizza watches to one lucky…

The Time+Tide guide to universal hallmarks

Watch Education

19.05.24

The Time+Tide guide to universal hallmarks

Metallurgy is one of those rare studies which still manages to feel like magic in the 21st century, even when we have all the science…

New releases from Zodiac, Horage, Hamilton and more

Last Week in Watches

19.05.24

New releases from Zodiac, Horage, Hamilton and more

A few collaborations, a duo of contrasting minute repeaters, and a Moser fit for Prince.

How high is the Tudor Black Bay Chrono Pink secondary market premium?

News

18.05.24

How high is the Tudor Black Bay Chrono Pink secondary market premium?

Has Tudor now found its own hypebeast watch? The pink Black Bay Chrono seems to be going crazy high on the secondary market - but…

What would a return of the Universal Genève Polerouter look like?

Opinion

18.05.24

What would a return of the Universal Genève Polerouter look like?

With Breitling's acquisition of the brand, is the return of a mid-century classic on the cards?

PSA: Dear celebs, please stop wearing your watches upside down

Pop Culture

18.05.24

PSA: Dear celebs, please stop wearing your watches upside down

Celebrities are often in the limelight with stylised and curated looks. So, why are they making the mistake of wearing watches upside down?

Hublot tapped Time+Tide to present their 2024 novelties at an exclusive Sydney event – here’s how it went down

Friday Wind Down

17.05.24

Hublot tapped Time+Tide to present their 2024 novelties at an exclusive Sydney event – here’s how it went down

We hosted an event at Hublot's Sydney boutique where we presented the brand's 2024 novelties as well as my experience visiting their manufacture.

Lists

17.05.24

The Time+Tide team picks the one watch brand they would wear for life

Can you commit to one watch brand for life?

A. Lange & Söhne trip the light fantastic with the Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Lumen

Hands On

17.05.24

A. Lange & Söhne trip the light fantastic with the Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Lumen

This lusciously luminous piece ranks as one of the most complicated watches Lange has ever produced, both technically and aesthetically.

Hamilton comes to the rescue with the Khaki Pilot Air Glaciers

Introducing

16.05.24

Hamilton comes to the rescue with the Khaki Pilot Air Glaciers

Hamilton have crafted a titanium take on their Khaki Pilot in collaboration with the Swiss Air-Glaciers helicopter rescue team.

Michael Schumacher’s collection exceeds $4 million at Christie’s

Auctions

16.05.24

Michael Schumacher’s collection exceeds $4 million at Christie’s

Unique and ultra-rare was the name of the game, with F.P. Journe, Audemars Piguet, and Rolex owned by Schumacher being sold.

Why independent brands were the big winners of Only Watch 2024

Opinion

16.05.24

Why independent brands were the big winners of Only Watch 2024

Small indies achieved spectacular results at the Only Watch charity auction this year, with Furlan Marri a particular standout.

One thing all watch brands could learn from Tudor

Opinion

15.05.24

One thing all watch brands could learn from Tudor

One brand rarely stirs up controversy amongst watch enthusiasts - Tudor. This key reason why is something other brands should study.

Opinion

15.05.24

Is mother of pearl losing its shine?

With more bright colours and less brand dependence on traditionally "women's" watches, Charlotte explores what's next for mother of pearl.

The Nivada Grenchen F77 Titanium Meteorite blends ’70s swagger with modernity

Hands On

15.05.24

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The Nivada Grenchen F77 Titanium Meteorite blends ’70s swagger with modernity

Nivada Grenchen's stylish vintage F77 reissue welcomes a thoroughly modern meteorite dial to its titanium case: a winning combination.

The Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition reminds that NATO straps are an outdoorsy must-have

Introducing

14.05.24

The Hamilton Khaki Field Expedition reminds that NATO straps are an outdoorsy must-have

Hamilton's most adventure-ready watches get the strap pairing many have surely been waiting for.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948 worldtimer has a dial that requires 70 hours of work alone

Introducing

14.05.24

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Calibre 948 worldtimer has a dial that requires 70 hours of work alone

Jaeger-LeCoultre flexes its in-house mastery with the decorated Master Grande Tradition Calibre 948 universal tourbillon worldtimer.

Mido gives the Ocean Star 200C a high-end forged carbon fibre makeover

Introducing

13.05.24

Mido gives the Ocean Star 200C a high-end forged carbon fibre makeover

Fact: carbon fibre makes everything cooler, especially watches. That's why this limited edition Mido diver is an exciting prospect.

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

Micro Mondays

13.05.24

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

The new Australian microbrand proves that their watch has earned its stripes, accompanying a photojournalist to the top of Lhotse.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

Hands On

13.05.24

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre is back, but how compelling is JLC’s haute horlogerie collection?

All the details about the return of the Jaeger-LeCoultre Duomètre and the model's patented, high-tech movements.

The Alpina Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT makes a play for a truly affordable sports watch

Hands On

12.05.24

The Alpina Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT makes a play for a truly affordable sports watch

The Seastrong Diver Extreme GMT has the water resistance of a diver, and functionality of a travel watch.

Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Honolulu

Lists

12.05.24

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Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Honolulu

Honolulu is one of the most isolated cities on earth. It also boasts over four million visitors every year, in addition to the nearly one…

New releases from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Farer, Vacheron Constantin and more

Last Week in Watches

12.05.24

New releases from Jaeger-LeCoultre, Farer, Vacheron Constantin and more

Old Vacherons made new, a deep purple Farer, and a delectable Armin Strom are just some of the pieces making up this week's selection.

The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants

Watch Education

11.05.24

The curious case of the Rolex Chameleon and its many variants

Buffy looks to the Swingin' Sixties to find out more about a Rolex cocktail watch that, just like a chameleon, easily changed colour.

Opinion

11.05.24

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Is Longines at a pivotal moment?

With a rich heritage and a focus on celebrity ambassadors, why have you been hearing more about Longines recently?

Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS

Hands On

11.05.24

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Seiko make a microbrand move by tweaking the 20MAS

Just a few years after releasing the ever-popular 20MAS, Seiko returns with three new and improved variants - 24MAS, anyone?

The three independent watchmakers that should be on your radar

Lists

10.05.24

The three independent watchmakers that should be on your radar

If you're tired of constantly reading about the same five brands, have a break and enjoy some independent craftsmanship.

Loupe This is set to auction off the ultimate hypebeast Tiffany Blue Nautilus 5711 – here’s why that’s worth paying attention to

Friday Wind Down

10.05.24

Loupe This is set to auction off the ultimate hypebeast Tiffany Blue Nautilus 5711 – here’s why that’s worth paying attention to

For those who never worked up the VIP lists of Tiffany or Patek, Loupe This is set to list the ultimate hype watch: a Tiffany…

Why Cartier has always been the watchmaker of shapes, as told by Image, Style, and Heritage Director Pierre Rainero

Interview

10.05.24

Why Cartier has always been the watchmaker of shapes, as told by Image, Style, and Heritage Director Pierre Rainero

There are few brands with the cache of Cartier, and we wanted to hear the full story straight from the horse's mouth.

The Bastardo abides: the transgressive tastes of Phil Toledano, and the Toledano & Chan B/1

Interview

09.05.24

The Bastardo abides: the transgressive tastes of Phil Toledano, and the Toledano & Chan B/1

Mr Enthusiast reveals inspiration behind Toledano & Chan, his new brand honouring 1970s design, materials, and quirks.

Naoya Hida 2024 releases play with shape, engraving, and semi-precious stone

Introducing

09.05.24

Naoya Hida 2024 releases play with shape, engraving, and semi-precious stone

Japanese independent Naoya Hida delves further into Art Deco inspiration and artisanal watchmaking with its 2024 releases.

Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?

Versus

09.05.24

Can the Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Petite Seconde challenge the Rolex 1908 at nearly double its price?

A dress watch from a sports watch brand takes on a high-end, revitalised artisan. It's Rolex versus Parmigiani Fleurier.

Sylvester Stallone has 11 watches heading to Sotheby’s June 2024 auction

Auctions

08.05.24

Sylvester Stallone has 11 watches heading to Sotheby’s June 2024 auction

Sly has enlisted Sotheby's to auction off a significant part of his collection, including the first-ever to market Patek Grandmaster Chime.

Watch Education

08.05.24

You’re using the word “horology” wrong

A mistranslated misnomer, or proof of language evolving? Buffy talks horology, and what that really means.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition is finally coming Down Under with a pop-up in Sydney

Events

07.05.24

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The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition is finally coming Down Under with a pop-up in Sydney

The globe-trotting Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Stories exhibition comes to Australia, popping up in Sydney’s Martin Place from the 10th to the 19th of May.

Tudor equips its Giro d’Italia squad with a new Pelagos FXD Chrono

Introducing

07.05.24

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Tudor equips its Giro d’Italia squad with a new Pelagos FXD Chrono

Another composite case Pelagos FXD, this time honouring Tudor's cycling team competing in Italy's Grand Tour.

How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

Micro Mondays

06.05.24

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How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

A microbrand diver is hardly anything new these days. Indonesian micro Rivelta disagrees, putting a metro twist on a staple design.

The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox Panda leans into its vintage cues

Hands On

05.05.24

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The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Glassbox Panda leans into its vintage cues

It wouldn’t be an unfounded opinion to say that vintage reissues have become a bit stale after a decade of non-stop re-releases. Sure, vintage watches…