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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy Skyline brings a 1/10th of a second counter to a time and date watch
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy Skyline brings a 1/10th of a second counter to a time and date watch

Zenith is well-known for their mastery of hi-beat technology with calibres capable of measuring incredibly fine increments. When the Zenith Defy Revival A3642 was introduced…
It’s tennis season and we have a handful of the “Stan Smith Signature Watch” Limited Edition by Maurice de Mauriac for sale at a great price
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It’s tennis season and we have a handful of the “Stan Smith Signature Watch” Limited Edition by Maurice de Mauriac for sale at a great price

Editor’s note: One of the great things about dropping in on a brand’s HQ is that you invariably learn things you never would normally. On a recent visit,…
What Marty from Ozark can teach you about surviving Covid disruption and the value of date windows
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What Marty from Ozark can teach you about surviving Covid disruption and the value of date windows

In Ozark, Marty Byrde is wearily accustomed to high-stress scenarios. Physical danger is an occupational hazard when you’re a money launderer for a Mexican cartel.…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Rolex GMT Master II 126711CHNR Rootbeer (#4)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Rolex GMT Master II 126711CHNR Rootbeer (#4)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
WHO TO FOLLOW: See what happens when music and watches collide with @vinylsanddials
Who To Follow
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WHO TO FOLLOW: See what happens when music and watches collide with @vinylsanddials

It’s been nearly a decade since this bug of collecting watches bit me. In that time, I wish I could tell you that was the…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Grand Seiko continues to expand their catalogue while Patek Philippe clears theirs out
Friday Wind Down
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Grand Seiko continues to expand their catalogue while Patek Philippe clears theirs out

We’re a few weeks into the new year, and while a lot has already happened the watch industry is not showing any signs of slowing…
Tennis star Ash Barty teams up with Rado for new HyperChrome and artwork
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Tennis star Ash Barty teams up with Rado for new HyperChrome and artwork

If you’re an ambitious tennis player, you could do a whole lot worse than start wearing a Rado. Consider the evidence. Former ambassador, Andy Murray…
VIDEO: Top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 2)
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VIDEO: Top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 2)

To finish off the list of our favourite 2021 releases by budget, we’re going beyond the notion of affordability, and even beyond attainability. Whether or…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGH005 (#5)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGH005 (#5)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)
Watch Reviews
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VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)

Gentle readers (and viewers), the gloves are now officially off. No more budget, no more “bang-for-buck”, and no more bargains. Chances are if you’re about…
WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: When a watch loses time…
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WHAT TWEAKS MY TOURB: When a watch loses time…

Editor’s Note: “What Tweaks my Tourb” is a recurring series where I reveal the things that irk me within my own watch-collecting journey. Previously I…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The TAG Heuer Connected collection (#6)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The TAG Heuer Connected collection (#6)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
RECOMMENDED READING: British Navy sailor jailed for stealing Special Forces dive watches
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RECOMMENDED READING: British Navy sailor jailed for stealing Special Forces dive watches

Watches with real military heritage carry a special allure to them – something that has been recognised both by enthusiasts and collectors. There’s a reassuring…
OPINION: These are the watch terms that drive me nuts…
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OPINION: These are the watch terms that drive me nuts…

I’ve never understood the term “tool watch”. After all, you don’t hear people talking about tool cars or tool computers – because “tool” is redundant. Anything…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021: The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Top Gun Edition and Perpetual Calendar “Mojave Desert” (#7)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021: The IWC Big Pilot’s Watch Top Gun Edition and Perpetual Calendar “Mojave Desert” (#7)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
The Louis Vuitton Tambour Carpe Diem is pure horological poetry
Introducing
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The Louis Vuitton Tambour Carpe Diem is pure horological poetry

It really isn’t often that watches, even the super-luxury timepieces that stretch well into six or seven figures, put so much care into visual execution…
INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Revival A3642 resurrects an octagonal design unlike any other
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INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Revival A3642 resurrects an octagonal design unlike any other

Who did it first? That is always a prominent question in watch design. When people begin to discuss the Zenith Defy, many people categorise it…
MICRO MONDAYS: The Phantasos Triclops is that rarest of things – a truly original watch
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MICRO MONDAYS: The Phantasos Triclops is that rarest of things – a truly original watch

EDITOR’S NOTE:  We have been advised by readers that this watch has allegedly not been sent to consumers despite repeated promises.  We have contracted the brand…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – Oris Hölstein Edition (#8)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – Oris Hölstein Edition (#8)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo
In Depth
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The slinky genius of the record-breaking Bulgari Octo Finissimo

“You can never be too rich or too thin” isn’t a sentiment I generally agree with, but in the world of horology, opulence and a…
Why I sold my favourite watch – the 2008 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 42mm
Opinion
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Why I sold my favourite watch – the 2008 Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 42mm

When a wound is fresh it hurts the most to prod it, but the earlier the treatment begins the sooner the healing process can resolve.…
Did you catch the holy trinity watch Kumail Nanjiani wears in Marvel’s Eternals?
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Did you catch the holy trinity watch Kumail Nanjiani wears in Marvel’s Eternals?

Whether Eternals is bad or good is completely subjective, but I can confirm that Kumail Nanjiani wears a great watch in the film.
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Casio G-Shock Full Metal GMW-B5000GD-9 (#9)
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Casio G-Shock Full Metal GMW-B5000GD-9 (#9)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. This month we’ve been counting down the Top 30 reviews of the year that…
“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital
Introducing
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“Digital and luxury come together” – George Bamford reviews the new Louis Vuitton Tambour Horizon Light Up Digital

Editor’s note: You’re almost certainly familiar with George Bamford, but just in case you’ve been lagging behind here’s a quick background primer. George got involved in…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The 2021 Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 collection (#10)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The 2021 Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 collection (#10)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: New watches and a new Time+Tide team member
Friday Wind Down
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: New watches and a new Time+Tide team member

Well, 2022 is certainly not wasting any time when it comes to new announcements. Already Grand Seiko, Zenith and TAG Heuer have launched fresh timepieces…
WHO TO FOLLOW: Turn passion into art with @sunflowerman.watch
Who To Follow
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WHO TO FOLLOW: Turn passion into art with @sunflowerman.watch

Artists have always been tasked with capturing a moment in time so those in the future can enjoy it. This mission becomes more interesting when…
HANDS-ON: The Panerai Submersible Blu Notte boasts a bracelet to remember
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HANDS-ON: The Panerai Submersible Blu Notte boasts a bracelet to remember

Panerai is one of those brands which knows its niche and sticks by it, with a legion of loyal fans all proud to wear the…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Cartier Tank Must Collection (#11)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Cartier Tank Must Collection (#11)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Naomi Osaka Limited Edition
Introducing
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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Naomi Osaka Limited Edition

Naomi Osaka is undeniably one of the modern tennis greats, but where she really stands out is in the press conferences. I’ll be the first…
VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k
Watch Reviews
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VIDEO: The top 10 watches of 2021 between $10k-$20k

Now we’re getting to the pointy end of the 2021 roundup, and there isn’t a single watch listed here that doesn’t mean serious business. Between…
Mark Ronson is Audemars Piguet’s new ambassador, but his collection shows he’s a genuine watch guy
Pop Culture
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Mark Ronson is Audemars Piguet’s new ambassador, but his collection shows he’s a genuine watch guy

Musician and producer Mark Ronson has just been revealed as Audemars Piguet’s new ambassador. The good news? This isn’t your standard take the-money-and-run celebrity endorsement.…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGN007 (#12)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SBGN007 (#12)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
What are the differences between the Grand Seiko SLGA009 and SLGH005 “White Birch” watches?
Watch Reviews
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What are the differences between the Grand Seiko SLGA009 and SLGH005 “White Birch” watches?

Grand Seiko is wasting no time in 2022, dropping two new icy blue US Special Editions straight out of the gate and now making waves…
RECOMMENDED VIEWING: “The Watches We Wore The Most This Year”
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RECOMMENDED VIEWING: “The Watches We Wore The Most This Year”

If you want to get know what makes any given watch collector tick, then it is wise to get a sense of what is in…
Dialled down: This artist is creating the tiniest watches in the world
Pop Culture
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Dialled down: This artist is creating the tiniest watches in the world

In recent years, there’s been a noticeable trend for watch cases returning to the smaller and more classical sizes of old. Robbie Jones (@tinyassprops) takes…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The IWC Big Pilot 43 (#13)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The IWC Big Pilot 43 (#13)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
Meet our new Social Media Manager and the gold Rolex Yacht-Master that ignited his love for watches
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Meet our new Social Media Manager and the gold Rolex Yacht-Master that ignited his love for watches

“Hi. I’m Jeremy and I’m honoured to be the new Social Media Manager for Time+Tide. I’ll be behind the scenes engaging with all of you,…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Omega Aqua Terra XXL (#14)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Omega Aqua Terra XXL (#14)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year by online traffic.…
What the hell was Barack Obama wearing? A timeline of a maverick watch collection
Pop Culture
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What the hell was Barack Obama wearing? A timeline of a maverick watch collection

On January 1, we all sat there, slowly recovering from champagne and too much finger food. Some of us looked forward to what we hoped…
A dealer is offering to trade a black dial ceramic Rolex Daytona for a “Tiffany blue” Rolex OP – what would you do?
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A dealer is offering to trade a black dial ceramic Rolex Daytona for a “Tiffany blue” Rolex OP – what would you do?

During the holiday break, the Time+Tide team caught a very interesting post in the r/Rolex thread on Reddit, where a user claimed he was offered…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Longines Avigation BigEye Chronograph Petrol Blue Titanium (#15)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Longines Avigation BigEye Chronograph Petrol Blue Titanium (#15)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday
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Three of our favourite Hamilton Ventura watches to celebrate Elvis’ birthday

The Hamilton Ventura was a truly revolutionary watch upon its release. While Richard Arbib’s extremely unique case shape turned heads, it wasn’t the Ventura’s true…
Do you like free stuff? Check out the bonus gifts you’ll now get with the Mido Ocean Star Tribute
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Do you like free stuff? Check out the bonus gifts you’ll now get with the Mido Ocean Star Tribute

As if Mido needed to offer even better value for money, each purchase of the Mido Ocean Star Tribute will now include a free Mido-branded…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The “Willard” Seiko SBP153 (#16)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The “Willard” Seiko SBP153 (#16)

Editor’s note: The Time+Tide team reviewed hundreds of watches in 2021. Here we count down the Top 30 reviews of the year that you liked…
VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 $5K-$10K
Lists
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VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 $5K-$10K

So you’ve spent COVID wisely, treading the path of financial caution and peeking at your savings account once in a blue moon to see it…
WHO TO FOLLOW: Get your vintage vibes from @thefemalewatchcollector
Who To Follow
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WHO TO FOLLOW: Get your vintage vibes from @thefemalewatchcollector

There is a reason why the collective love for vintage continues to grow in the watch community. The styles and designs of the past heavily…
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Goodbye 2021, hello 2022…
Friday Wind Down
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Goodbye 2021, hello 2022…

After a jam-packed calendar of novelty debuts and watch fairs, the holiday break was welcomed by the Time+Tide team. As watch lovers, not just labourers,…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGA007 140th Anniversary Limited Edition (#18)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Grand Seiko SLGA007 140th Anniversary Limited Edition (#18)

Editor’s note: There were a lot of great watches released in 2021 and the Time+Tide team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly…
INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!
Introducing
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INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko kicks off 2022 with icy blue dials, one of which is kira-zuri!

Back in 2020, Grand Seiko dropped two US Special Edition watches, marking the birth of the Sōkō Collection that takes its inspiration from the end…
VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 2)
Lists
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VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 2)

The $1000-$5000 USD price bracket is truly the wild west of the watch market, playing host to some watches that overstep their mark in terms…
The Time+Tide audience has spoken: Your favourite watch under $1000 is…
Watch Reviews
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The Time+Tide audience has spoken: Your favourite watch under $1000 is…

With more and more people looking to buy wristwatches, it is crucial that there are more fiscally viable opportunities to join in on the fun.…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Bremont Broadsword Jet (#19)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Bremont Broadsword Jet (#19)

Editor’s note: There were a lot of watches released in 2021 and the Time+Tide team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly could.…
WATCH ANALYTICS WEDNESDAYS: New Rolex price hikes, which models were the most affected?
Watch Analytics Wednesdays
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WATCH ANALYTICS WEDNESDAYS: New Rolex price hikes, which models were the most affected?

Editor’s Note: In a new series for Time+Tide, we recently partnered with @watchanalytics to crunch the numbers and dig into the horological market trends and…
HANDS-ON: The Panerai Submersible Goldtech OroCarbo brings a luxurious touch of hyper-masculinity to the wrist
Watch Reviews
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HANDS-ON: The Panerai Submersible Goldtech OroCarbo brings a luxurious touch of hyper-masculinity to the wrist

Black and gold as a colour combination will never fail to melt hearts, serving to imbue any watch with a sense of deluxe class no…
VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 1)
Lists
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VIDEO: The top 5 watches of 2021 from $1000-$5000 (Part 1)

The $1000-$5000 category is a sweet spot for so many watch enthusiasts, as it reflects a quality benchmark that distinguishes itself from the more budget…
Liverpool’s Mo Salah shows his wristwear is as dazzling as his football with his Hublot Big Bang Unico Sapphire
Pop Culture
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Liverpool’s Mo Salah shows his wristwear is as dazzling as his football with his Hublot Big Bang Unico Sapphire

At this precise moment in time – with apologies to Messrs Lewandowski, Messi, Mbappe et al –  Mo Salah is arguably the best football player…
VIDEO: The Longines DolceVita collection delivers statuesque dress watches at very keen prices
Watch Education
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VIDEO: The Longines DolceVita collection delivers statuesque dress watches at very keen prices

Longines really lives and breathes through its heritage models, with countless watches having been reissued, updated, and ultimately honoured through modern reinterpretations of their vintage…
“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021
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“Last year reaffirmed to me the psychological value of wearing a watch” – Luke’s favourite watches of 2021

Last year, as Melbourne achieved the dubious victory of edging out Buenos Aires to endure the longest hard lockdown in the world, I was mostly…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Monochrome Montre de Souscription 2 x Czapek Antarctique “Monochrome White” (#20)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Monochrome Montre de Souscription 2 x Czapek Antarctique “Monochrome White” (#20)

Editor’s note: There were a lot of watches released in 2021 and the Time+Tide team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly could.…
Record auction prices, crazy hype, growing waiting lists… Are luxury watches becoming more popular? An economics professor crunches the numbers
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Record auction prices, crazy hype, growing waiting lists… Are luxury watches becoming more popular? An economics professor crunches the numbers

Editor’s note: Brendan Cunningham is a Professor of Economics at Eastern Connecticut State University and the man behind Horolonomics, a blog that explores the economic issues…
Henry’s top five watches of 2021
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Henry’s top five watches of 2021

When Luke, our Editor here at Time and Tide, asked for an article on our top five new watch releases of 2021 back in December,…
THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Hublot Big Bang Integral King Gold (#22)
Watch Reviews
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THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The Hublot Big Bang Integral King Gold (#22)

Editor’s note: Countless watches were released in 2021 and the Time+Tide team endeavoured to review as many of them as we possibly could. Here we count…