THE HOME OF WATCH CULTURE

Club

Latest articles

VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection hits the sweet spot in three different forms
Watch Reviews
i/trending 20514

VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection hits the sweet spot in three different forms

In the 1960s, Zenith developed the El Primero to be the world’s first integrated automatic chronograph movement. Back then the world was crying out for…
Five of the best watches that exude “robust elegance”
Lists
i/trending 16126

Five of the best watches that exude “robust elegance”

Last week I touched upon the idea of robust elegance after spotting fitness model Jen Selter wearing her Rolex Datejust 36 in a variety of…
Goodbye buyer’s remorse: How to buy a watch sight unseen
Watch Education
i/trending 20324

Goodbye buyer’s remorse: How to buy a watch sight unseen

In 2021, the average watch consumer is less likely than ever to try on a watch before buying it. And it’s not because they’re filthy…
Oscar Isaac sports a Piaget Polo S in upcoming film “The Card Counter”
Pop Culture
i/trending 27522

Oscar Isaac sports a Piaget Polo S in upcoming film “The Card Counter”

As COVID restrictions ease in New York, one of the things I am very excited to bring back into my life is going to the…
Three big questions raised by the sale of the green dial steel Nautilus for half a million US dollars. What are your answers?
Opinion
i/trending 19988

Three big questions raised by the sale of the green dial steel Nautilus for half a million US dollars. What are your answers?

The watch community hit peak frustration last week, irked by the sale of a still-sealed, green dial steel Nautilus for $490,000 USD. Flipping is rife…
What does the “fit and finish” of a watch actually mean and should I even care?
Watch Education
i/trending 19616

What does the “fit and finish” of a watch actually mean and should I even care?

“Fit and Finish”. If you search watch forums enough or eyeball videos on Youtube, you will undoubtedly run into this term. Initially, I had an…
JOIN US: We are seeking an incredible Australian-based Account Manager
News
i/trending 21493

JOIN US: We are seeking an incredible Australian-based Account Manager

Editor’s note: We are keeping you all in the loop of another opportunity to join the Time+Tide team. Thanks to all those that heard the…
Until we get more Oysterflex, these are our preferred Rolex rubber strap options on the market
Lists
i/trending 76350

Until we get more Oysterflex, these are our preferred Rolex rubber strap options on the market

Like Romeo and Juliet, the Rolex Submariner and the Oysterflex bracelet were meant to be together. The iconic diver’s watch and (probably) the world’s best…
EDITOR’S PICK: How a top pickpocket can steal your watch clean off your wrist
Pop Culture
i/trending 20321

EDITOR’S PICK: How a top pickpocket can steal your watch clean off your wrist

EDITOR’S NOTE: When we ran the story last year we figured it was just a bit of light-hearted fun. But then a spate of robberies…
Cheap Bastard: The Undone Urban 34 Killy Black Rose is a $300 tangerine dream
News
i/trending 15485

Cheap Bastard: The Undone Urban 34 Killy Black Rose is a $300 tangerine dream

Unlike my erudite and learned colleagues on this website, those who have read this column in the past will know my horological lusts aren’t governed…
VIDEO: The Rolex Submariner vs the Tudor Black Bay Fifty Eight Bronze
News
i/trending 25406

VIDEO: The Rolex Submariner vs the Tudor Black Bay Fifty Eight Bronze

When assessing any dive watch, comparisons to the iconic Rolex Submariner are inevitably going to pop up. But the other day in the Time+Tide office,…
INTRODUCING: The Farer Lander IV GMT puts a British twist on a classic watch
Introducing
i/trending 26461

INTRODUCING: The Farer Lander IV GMT puts a British twist on a classic watch

Every time I encounter a new Farer, I’m looking forward to a double delight. This brand specialises in juxtaposing a very British sense of elegance…
MICRO MONDAYS: The Makina Raum is a statement piece that dares to be different
Micro Mondays
i/trending 23516

MICRO MONDAYS: The Makina Raum is a statement piece that dares to be different

In some ways, the boom of microbrands in the past few years has reignited the golden age of suppliers from the 1950s. Leaf through a…
EDITOR’S PICK: The best his & hers watches, including Audemars Piguet, Omega and TAG Heuer
Lists
i/trending 28998

EDITOR’S PICK: The best his & hers watches, including Audemars Piguet, Omega and TAG Heuer

EDITOR’S NOTE: Do couples who dress together stay together? Or do they just look like escapees from the same cult? Many will find the idea…
HANDS-ON: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Powermatic 80 combines great value with hardcore performance
Watch Reviews
i/trending 33400

HANDS-ON: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Powermatic 80 combines great value with hardcore performance

With the barrage of vintage reissue divers on the market, it can be a relief to see a watch that isn’t afraid to play it…
WATCHSPOTTING: A recovering Conor McGregor and a pre-show Biebs are making 36mm gold Rolex great again
Pop Culture
i/trending 19126

WATCHSPOTTING: A recovering Conor McGregor and a pre-show Biebs are making 36mm gold Rolex great again

It’s been nearly two weeks since The Notorious MMA, Conor McGregor, suffered a gruesome leg injury at UFC 264. After a successful three and a…
Knowledge is power: 5 things we wish all watch brands told us
News
i/trending 16106

Knowledge is power: 5 things we wish all watch brands told us

A picture might be able to tell a thousand words, but there’s still no substitute for evaluating a watch in the metal. Increasingly, however, many…
EDITOR’S PICK: Is the shockingly light G-Shock GMW-B5000TCM in titanium worth the price premium?
Watch Reviews
i/trending 22148

EDITOR’S PICK: Is the shockingly light G-Shock GMW-B5000TCM in titanium worth the price premium?

EDITOR’S PICK: The G-Shock remains an enduring favourite for combining a super-tough build with a very accessible price point. But with the brand now launching…
BUCKS IN SIX! NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrates victory with a Rolex Sky-Dweller
Pop Culture
i/trending 25652

BUCKS IN SIX! NBA MVP Giannis Antetokounmpo celebrates victory with a Rolex Sky-Dweller

After a 50-year dry spell without a championship title to their name, the Milwaukee Bucks won the 2021 NBA Finals – finally living up to…
6 watches that tell the history of Longines dive watches in the ’60s and ’70s
Watch Education
i/trending 28429

6 watches that tell the history of Longines dive watches in the ’60s and ’70s

Longines is one of the more successful and storied Swiss watch manufacturers over its lengthy history, which dates all the way back to 1832. But…
Sorry Matt, but I would never put my Rolex Submariner on a rubber strap
Opinion
i/trending 23365

Sorry Matt, but I would never put my Rolex Submariner on a rubber strap

Matt. I hear you. You made your case. But I would never, ever, remove the bracelet from my Rolex Submariner ref. 114060 – or any…
WATCHSPOTTING: The IWC watch that had a starring role in Gossip Girl
Pop Culture
i/trending 15116

WATCHSPOTTING: The IWC watch that had a starring role in Gossip Girl

Last year, as I was relegated to the confines of a New York City apartment for weeks on end, binge watching shows became the best…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The Nautilus scandal and Jeff Bezos’ Speedmaster
Friday Wind Down
i/trending 26411

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The Nautilus scandal and Jeff Bezos’ Speedmaster

This is a new era for our Friday Wind Down. The recurring column has previously served as a recap of the stories published on the…
VIDEO: 5 surprising things we learned about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport, including why there’s a wait list
Watch Reviews
i/trending 26938

VIDEO: 5 surprising things we learned about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport, including why there’s a wait list

Nearly everything about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport has been surprising. “Game changer” is a phrase overused to a point of redundancy, but that’s what this…
“I lost my grandad’s Rolex. Can I replace it with a knock-off?”
Pop Culture
i/trending 21754

“I lost my grandad’s Rolex. Can I replace it with a knock-off?”

“Moral Money” is a page in the British newspaper, The Telegraph that’s a bit like an Agony Aunt for the financially vexed. Readers submit their…
OWNER’S REVIEW: a month in with the Kurono Anniversary 朱鷺:Toki
Watch Reviews
i/trending 27035

OWNER’S REVIEW: a month in with the Kurono Anniversary 朱鷺:Toki

At this stage in my collection I look for variety. Truth be told, I have already ticked a lot boxes: a stainless-steel professional Rolex, a…
People are losing their minds about the way Bezos wore his Speedy in ‘space’, but the truth may be even sadder
Pop Culture
i/trending 12977

People are losing their minds about the way Bezos wore his Speedy in ‘space’, but the truth may be even sadder

Over a quarter of a million people agreed with meme accounts like the one below when they declared that Bezos’ NATO over outer suit style…
EDITOR’S PICK: Remembering when Gael Monfils smashed the sh*t out of a $500k USD Greubel Forsey GMT Sport
Pop Culture
i/trending 21116

EDITOR’S PICK: Remembering when Gael Monfils smashed the sh*t out of a $500k USD Greubel Forsey GMT Sport

EDITOR’S NOTE: At Time+Tide we don’t like safe queens. Instead we believe that watches are meant to be worn and enjoyed in the cut and…
VIDEO: A short history of Longines dive watches in the glorious ’60s
Lists
i/trending 22798

VIDEO: A short history of Longines dive watches in the glorious ’60s

Longines is well known for producing important pilot’s watches in the 1930s and gorgeous dress watches in the ’50s. But one area that’s sometimes overlooked,…
INTRODUCING: The Seiko Custom Watch Beatmaker SRPH19K
News
i/trending 19251

INTRODUCING: The Seiko Custom Watch Beatmaker SRPH19K

When it comes to evaluating a new watch, many of us play the “what if” game. What if the watch had a blue dial? What…
Why this is the ideal brand partner for the Zenith DEFY Midnight
News
i/trending 19503

Why this is the ideal brand partner for the Zenith DEFY Midnight

Watch brands always want you to write about their new ambassadors / friends of the brand. Whenever such opportunities are dangled, there’s a tacit understanding…
Fitness model Jen Selter understands the robust elegance of a Rolex Datejust
Pop Culture
i/trending 32318

Fitness model Jen Selter understands the robust elegance of a Rolex Datejust

When it comes to wristwatches, Rolex is the manufacturer known as “the crown”, but the queen of fitness is American model Jen Selter. With over…
So shoot me, I like my Submariner on a rubber strap ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
Opinion
i/trending 25127

So shoot me, I like my Submariner on a rubber strap ¯\_(ツ)_/¯

One of our traditions at Time+Tide is a wristcheck on on the weekly editorial call. Last week, it was my 114060 Rolex Sub on a…
Cheap Bastard: The K14 oozes hex appeal in neon blue for $140!
Watch Reviews
i/trending 12148

Cheap Bastard: The K14 oozes hex appeal in neon blue for $140!

Let’s talk about hex. And not in the curse way but in the cast-a-spell way. Because the hexagonal silhouette of the K14 from Klasse14 is…
You told us about the watches you bought and sold, then bought again (and again…)
Pop Culture
i/trending 22799

You told us about the watches you bought and sold, then bought again (and again…)

On the poster for the classic rom-com Groundhog Day, Bill Murray is depicted pointing at a clock.  This, of course, is to signify the film’s…
MICRO MONDAYS: BND Watches show less is more with a minimalist take on the tool watch
Micro Mondays
i/trending 23516

MICRO MONDAYS: BND Watches show less is more with a minimalist take on the tool watch

The elephant in the room needs to be addressed, are we reaching Peak Retro? Do you feel a pang of frustration by yet another vintage-inspired…
Meet our new Editor and Deputy Editor – and apply for this Account Manager role if you’d like to join the team!
News
i/trending 13468

Meet our new Editor and Deputy Editor – and apply for this Account Manager role if you’d like to join the team!

Today, we are more than just a bit tickled to announce that Luke Benedictus – yes, the Luke behind most of our  unputdownable ‘Weekend Reads’…
OPINION: Let’s face it, patina is just a fancy word for damage
Opinion
i/trending 15379

OPINION: Let’s face it, patina is just a fancy word for damage

EDITOR’S NOTE: Don’t get hoodwinked by the marketing spin of the vintage watch world. That’s the advice of Dan Kaufman, a veteran Australian journalist who…
There’s a new Tank in town: The Longines DolceVita adds sector dials to its range
Watch Reviews
i/trending 21285

There’s a new Tank in town: The Longines DolceVita adds sector dials to its range

Earlier this year, Longines added two new Art Deco sector dialled automatic watches to their DolceVita Collection. The collection is the brand’s answer to a…
The Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle in The Sky offers vintage delights with an animated twist
Introducing
i/trending 23420

The Seiko Presage Studio Ghibli Castle in The Sky offers vintage delights with an animated twist

Studio Ghibli is a Japanese national treasure in the world of anime with a vast output of traditional animated films. Each one is a very…
EDITOR’S PICK: Take another look at Brad Pitt’s jaw-dropping watch collection
Pop Culture
i/trending 26182

EDITOR’S PICK: Take another look at Brad Pitt’s jaw-dropping watch collection

EDITOR’S NOTE: How rich is Brad Pitt? Well, bear in mind that when he and Angelina filed for divorce in 2016, their joint income since…
Downsizing to 36mm opens up a world of value: How to find a vintage Submariner for under $5000USD
News
i/trending 26784

Downsizing to 36mm opens up a world of value: How to find a vintage Submariner for under $5000USD

The surge in popularity of Tudor seems unstoppable. The realisation that Small is the New Big has made the  Black Bay 58  a real favourite…
How Baltic became the microbrand that gatecrashed Only Watch
News
i/trending 22847

How Baltic became the microbrand that gatecrashed Only Watch

It’s 2005, and on the calendar is a watch auction that has collectors chomping at the bit. On the auction block are 34 pieces including…
INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer Limited Edition
Introducing
i/trending 16965

INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico Summer Limited Edition

The movement is obviously a huge aspect of any timepiece and something you should look into at length. It is, after all, the heart of…
Offset one-ups Cardi B, gifting daughter a 250K+ Richard Mille for her 3rd birthday
Pop Culture
i/trending 15062

Offset one-ups Cardi B, gifting daughter a 250K+ Richard Mille for her 3rd birthday

Ok. Holy s**t. We already know the comments will pour in denouncing the level of extravagance at play here, but at the end of the…
TAG Heuer revives the mythical Monaco “Dark Lord” for Only Watch
News
i/trending 14566

TAG Heuer revives the mythical Monaco “Dark Lord” for Only Watch

Any fan of racing chronographs should be familiar with the Heuer Monaco “Dark Lord”.  Introduced in 1974, this mythical all-black Monaco was clad in a…
What watch does a veteran crocodile hunter (with only three fingers) wear?
News
i/trending 12328

What watch does a veteran crocodile hunter (with only three fingers) wear?

What sort of watch does a veteran Aussie crocodile hunter wear? Well, Northern Territory Problem Crocodile Management wildlife officer Tom Nichols (how’s that for a…
VIDEO: The history of the IWC Big Pilot and how it became a stone-cold classic
Watch Education
i/trending 12077

VIDEO: The history of the IWC Big Pilot and how it became a stone-cold classic

Can you fly a plane? Nope, me neither. So why the hell are pilot’s watches so enduringly popular? More specifically how has the IWC Big…
Longines steps up their customer care with an increased five year warranty
News
i/trending 13134

Longines steps up their customer care with an increased five year warranty

Longines have made a strong move to increase customer loyalty, while also underlining the inherent value of their Swiss craftsmanship. From next month, the brand…
Watching the Euro 2020 final with the Hublot Big Bang e UEFA EURO 2020
Watch Education
i/trending 18616

Watching the Euro 2020 final with the Hublot Big Bang e UEFA EURO 2020

Since Euro 2020 begun, I’ve found myself actively modelling myself on Gareth Southgate even more than I have been over the past few years. The…
The Tudor Black Bay Bronze 58 is the first Tudor I’ve bought in over 5 years, these are the reasons why…
Opinion
i/trending 35096

The Tudor Black Bay Bronze 58 is the first Tudor I’ve bought in over 5 years, these are the reasons why…

I still clearly and plainly remember the day I first saw a Tudor Black Bay. It happened to be my first ever Basel. The year…
Let’s go to work: The best watches for every job from white collar to tech
Lists
i/trending 24072

Let’s go to work: The best watches for every job from white collar to tech

Whether you’re keeping a close eye on the stockmarkets, laying girders at a construction site or swapping stacks in a server room, your love for…
Vacheron Constantin celebrates their creativity with Melbourne exhibition
News
i/trending 24859

Vacheron Constantin celebrates their creativity with Melbourne exhibition

Vacheron Constantin is one of the oldest manufacturers still producing watches today. A known member of the holy trinity, their timepieces have captured the eyes,…
VIDEO: The mesmerising dial of the icy blue Grand Seiko SBGY007
Watch Reviews
i/trending 24027

VIDEO: The mesmerising dial of the icy blue Grand Seiko SBGY007

Grand Seiko has continually dazzled us this past year with a variety of strong releases. Each reference upholds the brand’s grammar of design, a winning…
INTRODUCING: The DOXA SUB 200 Whitepearl is as fresh as an arctic breeze
Introducing
i/trending 17095

INTRODUCING: The DOXA SUB 200 Whitepearl is as fresh as an arctic breeze

The SUB 200 is the most contemporary diver’s watch in the retro-tastic arsenal of DOXA.  It was already a strong contender to be the ideal…
WA-HOO! TAG Heuer teams up with Nintendo to present the TAG Heuer Connected x Super Mario Limited Edition
News
i/trending 18144

WA-HOO! TAG Heuer teams up with Nintendo to present the TAG Heuer Connected x Super Mario Limited Edition

At Time+Tide we pride ourselves on tackling how watches relate to pop culture. Sure, die-hard enthusiasts get turned on by listed specifications – calibers, diameters,…
F1 driver Lando Norris robbed of £40k Richard Mille outside Wembley
News
i/trending 23794

F1 driver Lando Norris robbed of £40k Richard Mille outside Wembley

In the aftermath of Sunday’s Euro 2020 soccer final in London, Wembley descended into chaos. Even before the home crowd had watched England lose on…
British MCs Stormzy and Dave are crazy for Audemars Piguet
Pop Culture
i/trending 20451

British MCs Stormzy and Dave are crazy for Audemars Piguet

It’s no secret that British rapper Dave loves his timepieces, indeed he’s become a bit of a Time+Tide favourite when it comes to watch spotting.…
EDITOR’S PICK: The Rado HyperChrome Ashleigh Barty Limited Edition is fit for a champion
Watch Reviews
i/trending 16137

EDITOR’S PICK: The Rado HyperChrome Ashleigh Barty Limited Edition is fit for a champion

Editor’s note:  Ash Barty achieved a childhood dream at the weekend with a thrilling three set win against Karolina Pliskova in the Wimbledon final. The…
MICRO MONDAYS: The Brellum Duobox LE.8 Chronometer artfully balances tradition and modernity
Micro Mondays
i/trending 18029

MICRO MONDAYS: The Brellum Duobox LE.8 Chronometer artfully balances tradition and modernity

This is not the first time we’ve shown you a watch from Switzerland’s Brellum, an independent brand created in 2016 by fourth generation watchmaker Sébastien…
HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot 43 shrinks in size but not impact
Watch Reviews
i/trending 18093

HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot 43 shrinks in size but not impact

The evolution of an iconic design is interesting. How do designers keep something fresh, without losing the identity that made it an icon in the…
The Euro 2020 Watch Cup: Which team boasts the most expensive watches?
Pop Culture
i/trending 22377

The Euro 2020 Watch Cup: Which team boasts the most expensive watches?

In soccer, sorry football, players can make obscene sums of money and like any superstar athletes use their salaries to acquire some very expensive timepieces.…
Crushed by Antiques Roadshow – this Cartier pocket watch was not worth what she thought it was…
Pop Culture
i/trending 32867

Crushed by Antiques Roadshow – this Cartier pocket watch was not worth what she thought it was…

Antiques Roadshow is a source of a lot of fun for watch enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the appraisals of timepieces. Whether family heirlooms or watches bought…