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New releases from Bell & Ross, Ōtsuka Lōtec, Oris and more

Last Week in Watches

19.01.25

New releases from Bell & Ross, Ōtsuka Lōtec, Oris and more

You can never have 222 many watch releases in a week...

James McVey and Andrew each share 3 watches they like to travel with

Video

18.01.25

James McVey and Andrew each share 3 watches they like to travel with

James McVey is not only a celebrated musician and member of The Vamps, he is also a certified watch lover down bad with "The Sickness".

Buying Guides

18.01.25

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9 of the best goth watches

Buffy, our resident goth, helps you with watch nerd-friendly goth accessorising.

Tudor does it again with a bright blue Black Bay Chrono

Introducing

18.01.25

Tudor does it again with a bright blue Black Bay Chrono

Following on from the hard-to-get pink of last year, this new Tiffany-coloured dial promises to be hot property.

In Depth

17.01.25

The history of Casio: how two brothers created the world’s biggest watch brand

Buffy takes a historical deep dive into the history of Casio, makers of many things useful in our daily lives - especially great watches.

Steel or gold? The Time+Tide community has a clear favourite Vacheron Constantin 222

Friday Wind Down

17.01.25

Steel or gold? The Time+Tide community has a clear favourite Vacheron Constantin 222

We asked our audience which 222 they'd prefer to have - and the results were quite surprising.

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

Buying Guides

17.01.25

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

No bread, no condiments, just a disc of lume flanked by a dial and calibre to really light up a design.

Louis Vuitton’s Montgolfière Aéro is a delicately crafted, time-telling hot air balloon

Introducing

17.01.25

Louis Vuitton’s Montgolfière Aéro is a delicately crafted, time-telling hot air balloon

The French fashion giant pays tribute to traditional clockmaking and ballooning pioneers with this stylish clock.

The dichotomy of Subdial’s 2024 survey results suggests we may be wrong about watch size trends

Opinion

16.01.25

The dichotomy of Subdial’s 2024 survey results suggests we may be wrong about watch size trends

Are we wrong about watch size trends? The secondhand watch platform Subdial released the results of its Big Watch Survey of 2024 and there is…

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

In Depth

16.01.25

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

Forget brand storytelling: there are still a few important use cases for mechanical watches for military and intelligence operatives.

What in-house means for A. Lange & Söhne

In Depth

16.01.25

What in-house means for A. Lange & Söhne

Come with us on a tour of A. Lange & Söhne's Glashütte home and find out what goes into its masterpieces.

Vacheron Constantin celebrates 270 years with a blue steel 222

Hands On

15.01.25

Vacheron Constantin celebrates 270 years with a blue steel 222

This is the one we've all been waiting for: a new 222 in steel.

Life’s too short to wear a dirty watch: Heist is a no-fuss watch cleaning kit perfect for those on the go

Watch Carry Wednesdays

15.01.25

Life’s too short to wear a dirty watch: Heist is a no-fuss watch cleaning kit perfect for those on the go

Australian brand Heist's Watch Cleaner Kit is affordable, effective and travel-friendly.

MB&F kickstarts its 20th birthday with two Longhorns – the LM Perpetual and LM Sequential Flyback

Introducing

15.01.25

MB&F kickstarts its 20th birthday with two Longhorns – the LM Perpetual and LM Sequential Flyback

These show that MB&F knows how to celebrate in style, if you needed any more proof.

Omega releases two new Speedmaster Moonphase models with meteorite dials

Introducing

14.01.25

Omega releases two new Speedmaster Moonphase models with meteorite dials

Omega has released two new Speedmasters with the first dual hemisphere moonphase indication for the lunar timers.

Toledano & Chan host one night in our London Discovery Studio

Events

14.01.25

Toledano & Chan host one night in our London Discovery Studio

Join us for an evening of lively discussion and watches as Phil Toledano and Alfred Chan host their first ever event.

A daring resurrection for the Electra Dare-Devil Diver

Micro Mondays

14.01.25

A daring resurrection for the Electra Dare-Devil Diver

Electra, a Franco-Swiss brand that disappeared during the tumultuous 1970s, has been revived with this vintage-inspired dive watch.

What’s the deal with Must de Cartier? The story behind Cartier’s experiment with affordable watches

Watch Education

13.01.25

What’s the deal with Must de Cartier? The story behind Cartier’s experiment with affordable watches

Hated by Cartier snobs and beloved by newcomers, the Must de Cartier line was a saving grace for the brand that's had a lasting impact.

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

Buying Guides

13.01.25

9 of the best digital watches from $20 to $5,000

Who needs hands anyway?

Does the echo/neutra Rivanera have what it takes to be a class-leading dress watch?

Watch Reviews

12.01.25

Does the echo/neutra Rivanera have what it takes to be a class-leading dress watch?

Brutalist and ultra-slim, but can it be the dress watch it's trying to be?

Our favourite Patek Philippe watches of 2024

Lists

12.01.25

Our favourite Patek Philippe watches of 2024

Patek Philippe has had a controversial 2024, but for this article, we focus on the highlights. There are quite a few, and they shine bright.

9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Buying Guides

12.01.25

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9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Sometimes it can be nice to just wear something that doesn’t fill up every available millimetre of skin.

New releases from IWC, Rado, Hublot and more

Last Week in Watches

12.01.25

New releases from IWC, Rado, Hublot and more

Most brands’ releases were on standby (like all of us) over the holidays, but with the new year underway, they've started back up again.

Rado’s underrated Anatom has finally received a full ceramic bracelet – but how does it wear?

Watch Reviews

11.01.25

Rado’s underrated Anatom has finally received a full ceramic bracelet – but how does it wear?

It's hard to overstate just how much having a ceramic bracelet transforms the Rado Anatom, an '80s design that's been revived for the 2020s.

The watch brands that won Instagram last year have just been announced

Watch Culture

11.01.25

The watch brands that won Instagram last year have just been announced

We take a look at the brands that performed the best on social media throughout 2024, with some surprises in store.

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is silky smooth and a versatile pleasure

Hands On

11.01.25

The Seiko Presage Classic Series is silky smooth and a versatile pleasure

Taking inspiration from the finest of fabrics, the Presage Classic Series looks to be your next smart-casual companion.

The Time+Tide Team picks their favourite watches from the 82nd Golden Globe Awards

Lists

11.01.25

The Time+Tide Team picks their favourite watches from the 82nd Golden Globe Awards

We're not here to talk about the frocks, we're here to talk about the clocks.

New silver-cased Fears Jump Hour Edwardian Edition to be sold exclusively at British Watchmakers’ Day in March

Introducing

10.01.25

New silver-cased Fears Jump Hour Edwardian Edition to be sold exclusively at British Watchmakers’ Day in March

It's only the second Fears watch in a silver case in a century, its uniqueness marked by a diamond in the crown.

Andrew sits down for a ‘Big Interview’ with WatchPro’s Rob Corder on our UK expansion

Friday Wind Down

10.01.25

Andrew sits down for a ‘Big Interview’ with WatchPro’s Rob Corder on our UK expansion

As WatchPro puts it, there's a "rising Time+Tide as Andrew McUtchen reinvents retail". Woo!

Is the PS Horology Tsuba the right watch for Peter Speake’s independent comeback?

Introducing

10.01.25

Is the PS Horology Tsuba the right watch for Peter Speake’s independent comeback?

Peter Speake is back as PS Horology, debuting the Japanese and Vietnamese-inspired Tsuba.

Lists

10.01.25

Our favourite IWC watches of 2024

High complications presented in accessible fashions without pretension really set IWC apart in 2024.

The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

Buying Guides

09.01.25

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The 6 best tactical watches for those in need of some military inspiration

If you need a watch to keep up with an active, tough lifestyle, then any of these tactical timepieces should fit the bill.

The Slow Mo Guys show how an Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon works in amazing, slow-mo macro

Watch Culture

09.01.25

The Slow Mo Guys show how an Omega Speedmaster Dark Side of the Moon works in amazing, slow-mo macro

Gav of the Slow Mo Guys goes super slow and super close to a Dark Side of the Moon, showing its micron-level engineering.

The Casio G-Shock is an indestructible feat of engineering, and a cultural icon

The Icons

09.01.25

The Casio G-Shock is an indestructible feat of engineering, and a cultural icon

We delve into the history of the Casio G-Shock, and explore its unexpected rise into collector and pop culture stardom.

Mark Zuckerberg’s $1 million Greubel Forsey watch proves as controversial as his Meta changes

Pop Culture

08.01.25

Mark Zuckerberg’s $1 million Greubel Forsey watch proves as controversial as his Meta changes

Zuck wore a Greubel Forsey Hand Made 1 worth around US$906,000 (~A$1.45 million) as he announced sweeping content policy changes for Meta.

A sports watch, for moi? The glamour and gall of the Oris ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition

Introducing

08.01.25

A sports watch, for moi? The glamour and gall of the Oris ProPilot X Miss Piggy Edition

Oris makes sure Kermit won't feel lonely anymore.

Lists

08.01.25

Our favourite Longines watches of 2024

There has been a wide variety from Longines last year, with a real gem of a release taking us all by surprise at the end…

In Depth

07.01.25

The history of Vacheron Constantin, the oldest brand of the Holy Trinity

We dive into the history of one of the oldest and most influential watchmakers in the world, this 'Holy Trinity' brand.

These 5 affordable two-tone watches have all the swagger, but just a little bit of the cost

Buying Guides

07.01.25

These 5 affordable two-tone watches have all the swagger, but just a little bit of the cost

Looking for the bi-metal look, all under the benchmark of US$3,000?

Why I converted wrists, and how it could happen to you

Opinion

07.01.25

Why I converted wrists, and how it could happen to you

Let’s get one thing straight. I have been a proud lefty for my entire life, and I would never dream of abandoning my roots. If…

The DeMarco Chronograph makes a strong and affordable debut

Micro Mondays

06.01.25

The DeMarco Chronograph makes a strong and affordable debut

1940s chronograph, but make it colourful: DeMarco takes 1940s pilot's chrono inspiration and conveys it in a modern mechaquartz manner.

Lists

06.01.25

Our favourite independent brand watches of 2024

Independents are getting ever more hot. Here are five of our favourites from last year.

Lists

05.01.25

Our favourite TAG Heuer watches of 2024

2024 saw TAG Heuer revive multiple fan-favourite designs, collaborate with tastemakers (including us!), continue to iterate on the popular Carrera Glassbox and even dabble in…

Watch Education

05.01.25

The ultimate watch hand style guide

Wondering what the hands on your watch are called? Chances are, we'll have the answer here.

6 wild watches that make the most of off the shelf movements

Lists

05.01.25

6 wild watches that make the most of off the shelf movements

High complications or unique designs don't have to come with a high price tag.

Our favourite Jaeger-LeCoultre watches of 2024

Lists

04.01.25

Our favourite Jaeger-LeCoultre watches of 2024

JLC spread its attention across several collections in 2024, rather than focusing on just one model.

7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

Buying Guides

04.01.25

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7 of the best strap monsters that will eat on any NATO, leather, or rubber strap

Whether you're working with a limited budget or want a versatile piece, a strap monster is always a plus.

The three watches Andrew wore most in 2024 are…

Lists

04.01.25

The three watches Andrew wore most in 2024 are…

Andrew had a love affair with rose gold in 2024, as well as a watch with more than a few celebrity connections...

Lists

04.01.25

Our favourite Hublot watches of 2024

Watchmaking's controversial avant-garde brand had plenty to show for 2024, with artist collaborations and utterly Hublot tech innovations.

A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Watch Education

03.01.25

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A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Zaratsu polishing can achieve a distortion-free mirror finish on a watch case. But what is it exactly, and where did it come from?

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

Friday Wind Down

03.01.25

Here are our favourite watch articles of 2024

We published over 1,300 articles on Time+Tide in 2024. Here are some of the best, from Andrew, Borna, Buffy, Jamie, Russell, Zach and more.

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

Buying Guides

03.01.25

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

Abraham-Louis Breguet lent his name to many things related to watchmaking, including an elegant numeral set. These watches use them best.

Our favourite watches from the T+T Shop in 2024

In The Shop

03.01.25

Our favourite watches from the T+T Shop in 2024

As 2024 starts to disappear in our rear-view mirror, we look at some of our favourite watches that launched in the Time+Tide Shop last year.

TAG Heuer is back in Formula 1 as official timekeeper

News

02.01.25

TAG Heuer is back in Formula 1 as official timekeeper

After Rolex gave way to LVMH for Formula 1 title sponsorship, it was only a matter of time before TAG Heuer swooped in.

The Monsieur de Chanel evolves in a refreshingly unapologetic direction

In Depth

02.01.25

The Monsieur de Chanel evolves in a refreshingly unapologetic direction

The notion of gendered watches is an outdated one, but not as far as Chanel's Monsieur is concerned.

What are the most controversial watches in your collection? Here’s what you had to say

Watch Culture

02.01.25

What are the most controversial watches in your collection? Here’s what you had to say

As long-time lovers of the weird and wonderful, we’ll always support a controversial watch choice - here's what our community had to say.

Lists

01.01.25

Our favourite British watches of 2024

It's been a big year for British watches, and our round-up of the best releases show just how creative this island can be.

Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches

Buying Guides

01.01.25

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Taking to the skies – these are 6 of the best flieger watches

This particular niche of pilot's watches has become a sought-after category in itself.

Watch and learn – the things that big brands should learn from microbrands

Opinion

01.01.25

Watch and learn – the things that big brands should learn from microbrands

Hoping for an email from Thierry Stern after picking up a Patek? Yeah, nah - but the big brands have a few things to learn…

The one watch I’d save in a disaster would be my $22 Casio world-beater

Opinion

01.01.25

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The one watch I’d save in a disaster would be my $22 Casio world-beater

Adam explains why this cheap and cheerful white resin beaut means so much.

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Opinion

01.01.25

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The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Within the realm of watchmaking, size very much matters. So, we put the question to the Time+Tide Editorial Team: what is your favorite watch size?

Jeremy Clarkson sports a bright-dialled Breitling for Clarkson’s Farm Season 2

Lists

01.01.25

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Jeremy Clarkson sports a bright-dialled Breitling for Clarkson’s Farm Season 2

As Jeremy Clarkson got into more shenanigans in Clarkson's Farm Season 2, we noticed his choice of wristwear changed from Omega to Breitling.

Big Watches, Small Wrists Part II: Can I manage a Panerai?

Opinion

01.01.25

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Big Watches, Small Wrists Part II: Can I manage a Panerai?

This instalment of Big Watches, Small Wrists turns its attention to managing the hyper-masculine offerings of Panerai.