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Watches we got wrong until we held them…

Video

12.10.24

Watches we got wrong until we held them…

Don't judge a book by its cover, never judge a watch by its render.

The Time+Tide team picks their favourite TimeForArt 2024 watches

Auctions

12.10.24

The Time+Tide team picks their favourite TimeForArt 2024 watches

All raising money for a good cause, we select our favourite watches from this year's TimeForArt auction with some surprise choices.

5 of the best platinum watches to blow your budget on

Buying Guides

12.10.24

5 of the best platinum watches to blow your budget on

Have you recently won the lottery? Here are 5 platinum watches you should consider spending your winnings on.

New Omega Speedmaster battle: First Omega in Space or white lacquer Speedy Professional?

Video

12.10.24

New Omega Speedmaster battle: First Omega in Space or white lacquer Speedy Professional?

We asked you on Instagram which you preferred, now find out which of the two major Speedmaster releases from 2024 the T+T team picks.

The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 is a true modern classic

The Icons

11.10.24

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The A. Lange & Söhne Lange 1 is a true modern classic

The watch that made A. Lange & Söhne what it is today.

Wolf took over Time+Tide’s Melbourne Studio for an intimate chat with CEO Simon Wolf V

Friday Wind Down

11.10.24

Wolf took over Time+Tide’s Melbourne Studio for an intimate chat with CEO Simon Wolf V

Jamie sat down for a chat with CEO Simon Philip Wolf V about his company (and his family's) illustrious 190-year-long history.

Richard Mille unveils a new RM 65-01 to go alongside McLaren’s latest W1 hypercar

Introducing

11.10.24

Richard Mille unveils a new RM 65-01 to go alongside McLaren’s latest W1 hypercar

McLaren's latest Ultimate Series car has the ultimate Richard Mille chronograph to match.

When the Italian dolce vita becomes a watch, with Mo Coppoletta & Alessandro Ristori

Interview

11.10.24

When the Italian dolce vita becomes a watch, with Mo Coppoletta & Alessandro Ristori

The two collaborators with Gagà Laboratorio talk about the Italian outlook on life, film, and of course, watches.

The TAG Heuer Carrera Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana tributes a legendary, cursed racing car

Introducing

10.10.24

The TAG Heuer Carrera Tourbillon x Porsche Panamericana tributes a legendary, cursed racing car

Inspired by the car famously driven by James Dean, TAG Heuer presents its latest tourbillon-equipped novelty.

10 of the best triple register chronographs for timing perfection

Buying Guides

10.10.24

10 of the best triple register chronographs for timing perfection

Three sub-dials on a watch is the go-to configuration for any chronograph, so we wanted to list the best on the market today.

Wolf CEO Simon Philip Wolf V shares his personal watch collection

Video

10.10.24

Wolf CEO Simon Philip Wolf V shares his personal watch collection

Andrew paid a visit to the Wolf manufacture, where he met up with CEO Simon Wolf to discover some hidden treasures.

Nineties nostalgia – 10 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

Lists

09.10.24

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Nineties nostalgia – 10 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

It may not feel that long ago for many of us, but some of the watches made in the '90s had a big impact on…

Vacheron Constantin teams up with French designer Ora ïto for a limited edition Patrimony

Introducing

09.10.24

Vacheron Constantin teams up with French designer Ora ïto for a limited edition Patrimony

Vacheron Constantin has enlisted French designer Ora ïto to take a '50s-inspired design and give it a '70s twist for its 20th birthday.

Events

09.10.24

An inside look at Milano Watch Week

Now that Milano Watch Week has concluded, find out what it was like at what has to have been the most stylish watch fair ever.

Hamilton presents The Time Factor docuseries, highlighting its ongoing support of Air Zermatt

Video

09.10.24

Hamilton presents The Time Factor docuseries, highlighting its ongoing support of Air Zermatt

Whether it's mountain guides or K9 unit trainers, Hamilton delves into the people that make Air Zermatt tick.

Upgrades to the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik make it a certified Bauhaus beauty

Hands On

08.10.24

Upgrades to the Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik make it a certified Bauhaus beauty

An update to the original, the new Sternglas Naos Pro Automatik comes with a new movement and a slimmer case.

7 of the best solar powered watches that shouldn’t run out of juice any time soon

Buying Guides

08.10.24

7 of the best solar powered watches that shouldn’t run out of juice any time soon

If you're going to make a watch battery-powered, might as well make it solar. These are some of the best solar quartz options out there.

Talking Zenith watches and tennis with the GOAT coach Patrick Mouratoglou

Video

08.10.24

Talking Zenith watches and tennis with the GOAT coach Patrick Mouratoglou

Zach sits down with Patrick Mouratoglou, who has coached tennis greats like Serena Williams, Coco Gauff, Naomi Osaka, and more.

The Atelier Wen Perception Millésime Mù sports a purple dial and titanium case, and a potential tantalum ticket

Hands On

08.10.24

The Atelier Wen Perception Millésime Mù sports a purple dial and titanium case, and a potential tantalum ticket

A non-limited Perception in titanium may also prove to be lucky for some.

Why you shouldn’t call it a NATO strap, apart from all the legal issues

Watch Education

07.10.24

Why you shouldn’t call it a NATO strap, apart from all the legal issues

Leaving debates about generic trademarks aside, there's a good reason why the term "NATO strap" is a bit misleading.

Charlie Paris’ new Grande Randonnée watches promise outdoorsy practicality at a reasonable price

Micro Mondays

07.10.24

Charlie Paris’ new Grande Randonnée watches promise outdoorsy practicality at a reasonable price

These French watches strike a great balance between elegance and sportiness at a reasonable price.

10 of the best manually wound watches, from cheap and cheerful dailies to the downright avant-garde

Buying Guides

07.10.24

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10 of the best manually wound watches, from cheap and cheerful dailies to the downright avant-garde

Hand-winding watches remain popular despite their old-school movement tech. Here are the ones that prove why that's the case.

Hilarious behind-the-scenes press trip moments | TAG Heuer, Hamilton, Bovet, Omega, MoonSwatch

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06.10.24

Hilarious behind-the-scenes press trip moments | TAG Heuer, Hamilton, Bovet, Omega, MoonSwatch

Time+Tide Tribe was born to offer our loyal and faithful more colourful, opinionated, and behind-the-scenes content. These last few months, Andrew, Marcus, and Zach have…

Get some new materials – a guide to the watch world’s latest innovations

Watch Education

06.10.24

Get some new materials – a guide to the watch world’s latest innovations

Brands are experimenting with what cases are made from - here are some of the new materials watch brands are trying out.

New releases from Hermès, Moser, Czapek and more

Last Week in Watches

06.10.24

New releases from Hermès, Moser, Czapek and more

While Milano Watch Week takes place, there are plenty of new releases to keep up interested from brands big and small.

Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449

Hands On

05.10.24

Seiko teams up with Porter Classic for the Laurel-inspired Presage SPB449

Seiko collaborates with Japanese sartorial brand Porter Classic, producing a black enamel-dialled tribute to the Laurel.

How to steal a watch clean off someone’s wrist without them even knowing

Watch Culture

05.10.24

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How to steal a watch clean off someone’s wrist without them even knowing

Professional magicians and theatrical pickpockets reveal their secrets in how they take a watch off someone's wrist without them knowing.

The Olympic athlete’s Omega that keeps on giving

Pop Culture

05.10.24

The Olympic athlete’s Omega that keeps on giving

An Olympic athlete's very special Omega led to a community effort to help fund his training and fuel his dream.

Audemars Piguet’s latest Royal Oak Concept uses a new luminescent carbon case

Introducing

05.10.24

Audemars Piguet’s latest Royal Oak Concept uses a new luminescent carbon case

The latest Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept watch uses new Chroma Forged Technology that results in a luminescent carbon case.

The best affordable transparent watches that easily show of their value proposition

Buying Guides

04.10.24

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The best affordable transparent watches that easily show of their value proposition

Transparent watches are often split into two categories – the cheap, plastic stuff that you find in the toy section or invisible paragons of crystal…

Italian authorities have busted a €103 million watch smuggling ring at Milan’s Malpensa Airport

Friday Wind Down

04.10.24

Italian authorities have busted a €103 million watch smuggling ring at Milan’s Malpensa Airport

Investigations have uncovered and thwarted a high-end watch smuggling ring at Milan's biggest airport.

The Louis Moinet Speed of Sound sports a reworked and engraved vintage Valjoux movement

Hands On

04.10.24

The Louis Moinet Speed of Sound sports a reworked and engraved vintage Valjoux movement

A vintage, engraved Valjoux and pieces of meteorite celebrate the 20th anniversary of Louis Moinet's revival.

Making the most of the new Maen Lunar Classic 36

What We Wore

04.10.24

Making the most of the new Maen Lunar Classic 36

Spending some time with the Maen Lunar Classic 36 made me realise it pairs perfectly with a strong Negroni.

Is the Bulova Super Seville one of the best watches under $1,000?

Hands On

04.10.24

Is the Bulova Super Seville one of the best watches under $1,000?

The Bulova Super Seville may have some familiar design cues, but its HPQ Precisionist movement is what really sets it apart.

The second-generation Speedmaster First Omega in Space is back, with a few key differences

Introducing

03.10.24

The second-generation Speedmaster First Omega in Space is back, with a few key differences

After being discontinued in 2020, the First Omega in Space is back and has a few tweaks which make it a true homage.

The Longines Flagship Heritage adds three new sunburst dials for 2024

Introducing

03.10.24

The Longines Flagship Heritage adds three new sunburst dials for 2024

The refreshed trio brings green, anthracite, and havana beige into the mix.

The best watches for heading to outer space

Lists

03.10.24

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The best watches for heading to outer space

With space travel seemingly on the rise you might want to prepare for it by getting the right watch for the occasion now.

The one millionth MoonSwatch is heading to auction

News

03.10.24

The one millionth MoonSwatch is heading to auction

Helping raise money for charity, the one millionth Omega x Swatch MoonSwatch to be made is heading to auction.

LVMH signs a 10-year partnership with Formula 1

News

03.10.24

LVMH signs a 10-year partnership with Formula 1

The LVMH Group has signed a 10-year global partnership deal with the Formula 1 racing series starting tin 2025.

Is Tom Brady about to be in horological hot water with Audemars Piguet?

Auctions

03.10.24

Is Tom Brady about to be in horological hot water with Audemars Piguet?

Rolex, Richard Mille, IWC, and Patek Philippe are all on the table. But Brady's AP is the hot topic...

Alpina’s beefy Alpiner Extreme becomes more wearable with new 39mm options

Introducing

02.10.24

Alpina’s beefy Alpiner Extreme becomes more wearable with new 39mm options

Alpina's sportiest sports watch's imposing aesthetic is made more accessible with a slightly smaller case diameter.

The best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Buying Guides

02.10.24

The best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Perhaps the most popular style of watches today, these integrated bracelet watches prove you don't need to remortgage to get one.

The first Rolex worn on the Moon is up for auction

News

02.10.24

The first Rolex worn on the Moon is up for auction

While it wasn't the first watch to reach the Moon, the GMT-Master that is up for sale beat all other Rolex watches up there.

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

Hands On

01.10.24

The Certina DS-7 Chrono gets an automatic movement and a padel inspired dial

With subtle nods to padel with its grid dial texture, the new DS-7 Chrono Auto from Certina is a great all-around entry-level chronograph.

We read the Submariner book so you don’t have to

Opinion

01.10.24

We read the Submariner book so you don’t have to

After creating waves upon its release, we wanted to dive into the pages of Oyster Perpetual Submariner to see what all the fuss was about.

The Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer for the astronomically attuned

Introducing

01.10.24

The Lorier x Worn & Wound Astra Stargazer for the astronomically attuned

Pulling from old Soviet designs and astrological complications the new collaboration between Lorier and Worn & Wound is a great new piece.

Baume & Mercier goes back to nature with a new collection of Riviera models

Introducing

30.09.24

Baume & Mercier goes back to nature with a new collection of Riviera models

Baume & Mercier has taken its Riviera line back to nature with four new models drawing inspiration from the surroundings of the French coast.

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

Micro Mondays

30.09.24

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

With a super simple and easy-to-read tide functionality, the Bower Tide Seeker is a great, accessible option on Kickstarter now.

Panerai honours the US Navy SEALs with its new desert camo collection

Introducing

30.09.24

Panerai honours the US Navy SEALs with its new desert camo collection

Panerai's latest collection is dedicated to the US Navy SEALs, showcasing its mission to create tough, functional tool watches.

The Lederer Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer comes with three observatories’ approval and two remontoires

Introducing

29.09.24

The Lederer Triple Certified Observatory Chronometer comes with three observatories’ approval and two remontoires

Lederer has taken observatory certification to another level by checking its new watch with three separate observatories in two countries.

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Last Week in Watches

29.09.24

New releases from Fears, Panerai, Christopher Ward and more

Compact cases, clever collaborations and the return of a model we thought could be gone for good, all in last week in watches.

Everything is better in carbon fibre, even watches, so here’s our pick of the best

Buying Guides

28.09.24

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Everything is better in carbon fibre, even watches, so here’s our pick of the best

It's the material that is often forgotten about in the watchmaking world, but there are some great carbon fibre watches out there.

Pop Culture

28.09.24

UK rapper Central Cee revealed as new G-Shock brand ambassador

Central Cee joins a long list of musical artists who have endorsed G-Shock in one way or another, including Ed Sheeran, John Mayer...

The Ulysse Nardin Royal returns with clear intentions

Introducing

28.09.24

The Ulysse Nardin Royal returns with clear intentions

The Ulysse Nardin Royal Sapphire combines a transparent case and a translucent movement for the ultimate see-through luxury experience.

6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

Buying Guides

28.09.24

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6 of the best chocolate dial watches under US$10,000

There are browns, and there are browns. The six watches on this list make the most of this highly debated choice of dial colour.

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Hands On

27.09.24

Seiko’s newest Astron GPS Solar 3X62s are the most conventional-looking, easy-to-operate GPS Astrons yet

Seiko returns to the GPS-enabled Astron line with a slimmer movement and a more approachable overall design with three new models.

Four different watch fairs are coming next month

Friday Wind Down

27.09.24

Four different watch fairs are coming next month

Milano Watch Week, Dubai Watch Week, Windup NY, and WatchTime NY fairs will all kick off next month.

The Citizen Iconic Nature collection turns paper and quartz into a luxury combo

Introducing

27.09.24

The Citizen Iconic Nature collection turns paper and quartz into a luxury combo

Two paper dials cover high-end quartz perpetual calendar movements, drawing inspiration from Japan's captivating nature.

When Ulysse Nardin let its Freak flag fly, it changed watchmaking forever

The Icons

27.09.24

When Ulysse Nardin let its Freak flag fly, it changed watchmaking forever

When Ulysse Nardin released a watch called the Freak in 2001, it broke all the rules and changed the game.

Introducing

26.09.24

Jaeger-LeCoultre brings a triple threat of Reverso Tribute novelties, including a brand-new mid-size variant

A new size for the Reverso Tribute debuts alongside two models in new case metals.

7 of the best green dial watches that made a trend timeless

Buying Guides

26.09.24

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7 of the best green dial watches that made a trend timeless

Green might not be the new blue yet, but it's not that far off.

Interview

26.09.24

The challenges of running an independent brand, as told by the people behind them

Three founders share their tips on independent brand ownership - Oliver Gallaugher, Susan Galvin, and Richard Benc.

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

Hands On

25.09.24

The Tissot Chemin des Tourelles Skeleton merges modern and classical at an approachable price

The new Tissot Chemin Des Tourelles Skeleton Black presents a classic dress watch that leans further into a modern feel.