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Our sexiest watch shots of 2020 plus five tips to take better watch pics yourself
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Our sexiest watch shots of 2020 plus five tips to take better watch pics yourself

OK, honesty time: I’m a self-confessed dial obsessive. Don’t get me wrong, the hypnotic ballet of a tourbillon still tugs my heartstrings so much it…
INTRODUCING: Moser’s new green dial combines impossible beauty with heart-warming altruism. What’s not to like?
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INTRODUCING: Moser’s new green dial combines impossible beauty with heart-warming altruism. What’s not to like?

H. Moser & Cie. is a watch brand and manufacturer known for having fun and exploring a wide spectrum of colours and materials to fabricate…
EDITOR’S PICK: Jay-Z versus Drake – which hip-hop superstar has the more eye-popping watch collection?
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EDITOR’S PICK: Jay-Z versus Drake – which hip-hop superstar has the more eye-popping watch collection?

Last year, James Robinson covered the wristwear of two of the biggest superstars in the game both known for their killer timepieces – Drake and…
Rubber fetish: 5 of the best sports watches on rubber straps from monochrome to lemon fresh
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Rubber fetish: 5 of the best sports watches on rubber straps from monochrome to lemon fresh

While I deeply enjoyed writing the story about unlikely grail watches on rubber straps, let’s be honest. Most of them are far out of reach…
His & hers watches are the anniversary gift that lets you justify adding a new piece to your collection
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His & hers watches are the anniversary gift that lets you justify adding a new piece to your collection

When it comes to a significant anniversary, a diamond ring is always a welcome gift that’ll make her positively swoon with gratitude for a day…
Should you take off your watch before having sex?
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Should you take off your watch before having sex?

We turn now to one of the great philosophical dilemmas of our time. It’s a profound and complex question that lies at the knotty intersection…
What does the new 2021 Omega Speedmaster 3861 Collection really mean for buyers?
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What does the new 2021 Omega Speedmaster 3861 Collection really mean for buyers?

Earlier this week, aptly on a #speedytuesday in Switzerland, Omega has released a new generation of Omega Speedmaster watches. The upgrade has been long-awaited with…
Nick’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Cartier, Seiko and Hamilton
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Nick’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Cartier, Seiko and Hamilton

In spite of some not inconsiderable distractions, there were some pretty decent watches released in 2020. Quite a few of them actually. Omega relaunched their…
Why can’t the watch industry match Apple Watch straps for comfort?
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Why can’t the watch industry match Apple Watch straps for comfort?

Fact: we are stuck in the strap-technology stone age while the world is moving on. Is the 100-year-old technology of the spring bar beautiful nostalgia?…
You’re not the only one whose grail watch is on a rubber strap. Here are 5 of the most desirable
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You’re not the only one whose grail watch is on a rubber strap. Here are 5 of the most desirable

The term “grail watch” is used to refer to the ultimate collection piece. It might be a rare vintage treasure or a modern horological marvel…
What super-collector Roni Madhvani thinks about the steel sports watch craze
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What super-collector Roni Madhvani thinks about the steel sports watch craze

Roni Madhvani is one of the biggest vintage watch aficionados on the planet. His Instagram page – @roni_m_29 – is the stuff of legend and…
IN-DEPTH: Why the Rolex GMT-Master II “Bat Girl” trumps the original Caped Crusader
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IN-DEPTH: Why the Rolex GMT-Master II “Bat Girl” trumps the original Caped Crusader

Rolex … oh dear, Rolex … love the watches, hate the limited amount of product available. As much as it would be easy to chalk…
HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Revival A385 is the return of a sepia-toned legend
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Revival A385 is the return of a sepia-toned legend

This morning a new generation of Omega Speedmaster Professionals were announced, but that was not the only legendary chronograph revival and rejuvenation introduced today. Zenith…
VIDEO: One final loving glance at the now phased out (and much cheaper) Omega Speedmaster “Sapphire Sandwich”, which will only be in store while final stocks last
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VIDEO: One final loving glance at the now phased out (and much cheaper) Omega Speedmaster “Sapphire Sandwich”, which will only be in store while final stocks last

Editor’s note: Today, Omega did what they had been hinting at for months: they launched eight new Speedmaster references across four models, all with the…
2021 Watch Predictions: Will the Tudor Black Bay 58 replace the 41mm line-up?
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2021 Watch Predictions: Will the Tudor Black Bay 58 replace the 41mm line-up?

Look, I don’t have a crystal ball that can tell me which new watches will or will not drop this year. But when people raise…
RECOMMENDED READING: Enter the secret labs of COSC and learn their secrets
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RECOMMENDED READING: Enter the secret labs of COSC and learn their secrets

Watchmaking can often seem like an intimidating world that’s inaccessible to all but the most tech-savvy. But Peter Speake-Marin is striving to change that with…
Nicki Minaj’s three-month-old son rocks a diamond-encrusted Nautilus worth $400K
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Nicki Minaj’s three-month-old son rocks a diamond-encrusted Nautilus worth $400K

Well. I don’t know if Nicki Minaj saw my recent story about six unexpected watch spots, which included Cristiano Ronaldo Jr. wearing his father’s Rolex –…
The three watches Zach wore most in 2020: Tudor, Grand Seiko and Rolex
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The three watches Zach wore most in 2020: Tudor, Grand Seiko and Rolex

Editor’s note: You may note one watch gets more air time in this article than the other two. When we originally tasked our team to put…
Grief, frustration and regret: The watches that got away…
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Grief, frustration and regret: The watches that got away…

I may sound mad to anyone not consumed with a boggle-eyed obsession for watches. But as many of you know, the watches that get away…
From Daniel Craig to Ronaldo Jr, six watches we never expected to spot on these wrists…
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From Daniel Craig to Ronaldo Jr, six watches we never expected to spot on these wrists…

Who doesn’t love a good watch spot? You know you’re in the presence of a true watch geek if they feel the need to pause…
The watches I wore the most in 2020: The Seiko Prospex SPB083J1, Sinn 104 and Lorier Neptune
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The watches I wore the most in 2020: The Seiko Prospex SPB083J1, Sinn 104 and Lorier Neptune

Sooo difficult! This has been a bastard year, in which one of the few ways to cheer yourself up in the Home Office has been…
The watch collection of tennis player Gael Monfils is as thrilling as his playing style
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The watch collection of tennis player Gael Monfils is as thrilling as his playing style

It is no secret Gael Monfils is an absolute superstar on the tennis court. He is known for his lively and exciting matches where his…
5 New Year’s resolutions for the watch world to stick to in 2021
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5 New Year’s resolutions for the watch world to stick to in 2021

This year has sucked with the suction power of an industrial vacuum cleaner hoovering up a barrel full of straws. So we all hope that…
VIDEO: Was the Casio G-Shock GA2100-1A ‘CasiOak’ the hottest watch of 2020?
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VIDEO: Was the Casio G-Shock GA2100-1A ‘CasiOak’ the hottest watch of 2020?

Everyone will remember the toilet paper shortage of 2020, as panic buying took hold of people around the world, but watch collectors will remember another…
Letter from the Editor: 2020 in review
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Letter from the Editor: 2020 in review

There’s a quote I haven’t been able to get out of my head this year. It’s “Never waste a good crisis”. I’m not sure what…
Glashütte Original, Blancpain and Mido make up Luke’s three favourite watches of 2020
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Glashütte Original, Blancpain and Mido make up Luke’s three favourite watches of 2020

The lack of watch fairs and face-to-face watch showings meant that I saw fewer watches in the metal in 2020 than I had done in…
The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?
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The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?

“It’s the million dollar elephant in the room,” says Eric Ku, the world-renowned watch expert and dealer. “Why can nobody get anything now?” He’s referring…
The three watches Andrew wore most in 2020: Rolex, DOXA and Longines
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The three watches Andrew wore most in 2020: Rolex, DOXA and Longines

I’d almost have to include a ‘ghost watch’ in my three, as there was a long period, at the height of our first lockdown, where…
RECOMMENDED WATCHING: The most complicated Rolex available today
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RECOMMENDED WATCHING: The most complicated Rolex available today

The Rolex Sky-Dweller is an underrated watch. Hell, you can still sometimes find precious metal examples of this hefty-cased wristwatch in Rolex boutiques. Try doing…
The Bulgari Aluminium collection shows lightweight watches can pack a heavy punch
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The Bulgari Aluminium collection shows lightweight watches can pack a heavy punch

Editor’s note: There’s no doubt that the Bulgari watch department is having a very big year. So far they have got hearts racing with the…
The Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive
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The Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive

Let’s all just close our eyes for a moment and imagine the perfect watch. It would surely need to be something versatile, simple, but with…
VIDEO: The Street Fighter x Seiko Ryu edition hits you like a judo chop to the throat (in a good way)
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VIDEO: The Street Fighter x Seiko Ryu edition hits you like a judo chop to the throat (in a good way)

If you’re a regular reader of Time+Tide, you’ll know we’re big fans of the Seiko 5 Sports x Street Fighter V Editions. We first took…
Prepare to be shocked, bamboozled and charmed by the weirdest watches of 2020
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Prepare to be shocked, bamboozled and charmed by the weirdest watches of 2020

Every year, the Time+Tide team publishes NOW, our annual print extravaganza. As it says on the cover, essentially it’s a watch buying guide that rounds…
Material gains: what’s the deal with steel and what type is the best for watchmaking?
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Material gains: what’s the deal with steel and what type is the best for watchmaking?

Whether it’s a bespoke luxury piece, a tough tool watch or even a daily diver, stainless steel is still watchmaking’s primary material of choice. Yet…
Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy
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Get your hands on a Rolex Hulk (right now) and don’t be left green with envy

Sometimes you get a horological itch that you just have to scratch. My latest is focused on the verdant charm of a green Rolex. But…
RECOMMENDED READING: MJJ Exclusive is where Europe’s top footballers buy their bling
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RECOMMENDED READING: MJJ Exclusive is where Europe’s top footballers buy their bling

When you’re a 25-year-old footballer earning upwards of £100,000 a week, a standard luxury watch can feel a little pedestrian. As Esquire UK’s Finlay Renwick…
VIDEO: This Seiko 5 Sports collab delivers knockout appeal with Street Fighter’s Ken
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VIDEO: This Seiko 5 Sports collab delivers knockout appeal with Street Fighter’s Ken

The Seiko 5 Sports x STREET FIGHTER V Editions were one of the feel-good highlights of 2020. Taking the tried-and-true template of the 5 Sports…
MICRO MONDAYS: The BOLDR Odyssey Freediver melds style and substance at an eyebrow-raising price
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MICRO MONDAYS: The BOLDR Odyssey Freediver melds style and substance at an eyebrow-raising price

BOLDR is a well-established microbrand with a strong following, which we covered earlier this year in a story on their tough, keenly priced Venture titanium…
Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?
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Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?

Nothing over $1 million can really be called a bargain. Particularly when it’s a mere wristwatch from the Swinging Sixties. Yet we all know the…
HANDS-ON: Get marooned with the Rado Captain Cook Bronze Burgundy launched with RedBar
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HANDS-ON: Get marooned with the Rado Captain Cook Bronze Burgundy launched with RedBar

Since its release, the Rado Captain Cook line has provided watch buyers with a robust option in the dive watch category at a pleasingly approachable…
We followed every single round of the Fratello Omega Speedmaster World Cup in case you missed it, and the winner is…
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We followed every single round of the Fratello Omega Speedmaster World Cup in case you missed it, and the winner is…

Which is the best Omega Speedmaster of all time? Our friends at Fratello Watches decided there was only one way to settle this one properly…
From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame
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From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame

Basketball is back and not in the bubble! But while the players battle it out on the court, as always, an equally fascinating sideshow will…
VIDEO: Street Fighter’s green machine inspires the bad-ass Seiko 5 Sports Blanka
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VIDEO: Street Fighter’s green machine inspires the bad-ass Seiko 5 Sports Blanka

Seiko has by no means had a quiet year, but there was one collection that demanded attention. The all new Seiko 5 Sports x Street…
Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time
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Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Engraving a watch has zero functional value. It’s a highly personal move that’s made with the heart not the head – indeed many would argue…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGX343 is like a kick-ass Milgauss / Explorer hybrid with a killer quartz movement
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGX343 is like a kick-ass Milgauss / Explorer hybrid with a killer quartz movement

Is this the perfect everyday tool watch from the Zaratsu wizards? I am seriously baffled by the Grand Seiko SBGX343. This seems to be nothing…
RECOMMENDED READING: Mr. Watchfinder explains the story behind the thinnest watch ever made
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RECOMMENDED READING: Mr. Watchfinder explains the story behind the thinnest watch ever made

This year, Piaget achieved an unfathomable feat in watchmaking – a production timepiece only 2mm thick! Not surprisingly, given the scale of this achievement, the…
Thor’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Greubel Forsey, Moser and Longines
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Thor’s 3 favourite watches of 2020, including Greubel Forsey, Moser and Longines

What were Thor’s 3 favourite watches of 2020? On a length-to-difficulty ratio, this piece ranks right up there in the difficulty stakes. Seriously, how am…
Seiko modding in 2020 reached stunning new heights of creativity. And cheekiness…
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Seiko modding in 2020 reached stunning new heights of creativity. And cheekiness…

Hi Editor’s note: We may have only published this story a few short months ago, but since then the Seiko modding scene has only accelerated…
#Kicktock: Adidas meets the Bamford x Time+Tide GMT2 to brighten the gloom
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#Kicktock: Adidas meets the Bamford x Time+Tide GMT2 to brighten the gloom

To be honest with you, I’ve been dying to match up the fresh popping colours of our new Bamford London x Time+Tide GMT2.  Made in…
RECOMMENDED READING: The watch collection of Brad Pitt will make you drool with envy
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RECOMMENDED READING: The watch collection of Brad Pitt will make you drool with envy

Raw sex appeal may have won Brad Pitt some of his early Hollywood roles. But rather than coast along on his dashing looks alone, the…
5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now
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5 wildly desirable watches that you can buy on eBay right now

When it comes to buying vintage watches, the phrase “buy the seller” should always be at the back of your mind. That’s because trust is…
3 custom Tudor Black Bays in a week! John Mayer’s Undefeated Tudor Black Bay 41mm and Air France’s Fifty-Eight & GMT
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3 custom Tudor Black Bays in a week! John Mayer’s Undefeated Tudor Black Bay 41mm and Air France’s Fifty-Eight & GMT

Having a relationship with brands and authorised dealers is something any watch collector strives for. If you’re thinking that a quick re-read of How to Make…
5 watches that use the Sellita SW510 chronograph movement, from $2000 – $4000USD
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5 watches that use the Sellita SW510 chronograph movement, from $2000 – $4000USD

Modern life is increasingly stressful. The incessant buzz of notifications from your mobile and laptop can make one yearn for simpler times. Amid such craziness,…
VIDEO: Unboxing the hyped khaki green HydroConquest, purchased online from Longines
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VIDEO: Unboxing the hyped khaki green HydroConquest, purchased online from Longines

Memory is a funny thing. Mainly because of what and how little we do actually remember. This is, in part, explained by the serial-position effect…
Battle Royale: Let’s get ready to rumble! Which is the ultimate Rolex GMT-Master?
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Battle Royale: Let’s get ready to rumble! Which is the ultimate Rolex GMT-Master?

OK, this was a tough challenge and an ugly battle predictably ensued. Essentially, we which is the ultimate Rolex GMT Master? From classic Coke to…
Extreme close-up! Exploring the A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk with Mr. Macro @horomariobro
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Extreme close-up! Exploring the A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk with Mr. Macro @horomariobro

For watch enthusiasts, it’s always a pleasure to get a closer look at our favourite watches – especially when the watch in question is the…
INTRODUCING: The Zelos Watches Blacktip 200m is one of the best-value divers around
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INTRODUCING: The Zelos Watches Blacktip 200m is one of the best-value divers around

Zelos Watches stand out for their well-honed design vision and obsession with details that puts them firmly on the microbrand podium. Elshan Tang, the owner…
5 great watch gift options under $5K if you don’t know what to buy this Christmas
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5 great watch gift options under $5K if you don’t know what to buy this Christmas

Christmas is COMING. Yes, even in this year we are going to experience the delights of Christmas trees, the beach for the lucky Australians, and…
INTRODUCING: The Timex Marlin Automatic California brings a Cali dial to a new price point
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INTRODUCING: The Timex Marlin Automatic California brings a Cali dial to a new price point

Great design for a great price. That’s why the Timex Marlin is an understandable darling of the watch community, with clear historical connection to a…
Five big issues keeping the Swiss watch industry awake at night
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Five big issues keeping the Swiss watch industry awake at night

The watch industry can sometimes feel a bit impenetrable. Trying to get beyond the marketing hype and brand noise isn’t always easy. That’s why the…
HANDS-ON: The H. Moser x MB&F Tourbillon is like a domed space station on an alien moon
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HANDS-ON: The H. Moser x MB&F Tourbillon is like a domed space station on an alien moon

When is a wristwatch no longer a wristwatch? This is the question as you hold the H. Moser x MB&F Endeavour Cylindrical Tourbillon because it…
Five people who made watches sexy again…
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Five people who made watches sexy again…

One of the reasons that watch collecting is so fascinating is its thematic diversity. A timepiece is a wrist-bound intersection for history, culture and the…
INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGE263 GS9 Club US Limited Edition
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INTRODUCING: The Grand Seiko SBGE263 GS9 Club US Limited Edition

Grand Seiko has been celebrating its 60th Anniversary these past few weeks and months, but during today’s Grand Seiko USA webinar some huge news was…