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Loki masters time, but what watches do Tom Hiddleston and the Marvel Cinematic Universe cast actually wear?

12.11.23

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Loki masters time, but what watches do Tom Hiddleston and the Marvel Cinematic Universe cast actually wear?

In honour of Loki mastering time in the season two finale, and the release of The Marvels, we decided to revisit and update our favorite…

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet debuts in new 38mm size

Introducing

03.10.23

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Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet debuts in new 38mm size

The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet makes its first-ever debut in a 38mm size with ivory and purple hues.

A prototype Audemars Piguet Royal Oak meant for Michael Schumacher has emerged for sale… For $1.5 million

Pop Culture

26.08.23

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A prototype Audemars Piguet Royal Oak meant for Michael Schumacher has emerged for sale… For $1.5 million

A rare piece of Formula 1 and Audemars Piguet history has just surfaced for sale on Chrono24.

Buying Guides

04.08.23

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9 of the best gold watches

A gold watch is the ultimate status symbol. Though the recent horological trend has skewed towards steel as the material of choice, the timelessness of…

Rolex, Patek, AP, VC – you can only wear one for life. These were your responses…

Watch Culture

23.07.23

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Rolex, Patek, AP, VC – you can only wear one for life. These were your responses…

For a watch collector, horological monogamy is a huge challenge. The idea of limiting yourself to one watch, or one brand, is enough to give…

Buying Guides

07.07.23

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5 of the best ceramic watches of 2023

The history of ceramic in watches stretches more than six decades, used in some form since 1962 with the introduction of the tungsten carbide-cased Rado…

Friday Wind Down

26.05.23

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: AP has a MARVELous week with a new watch, new CEO and US$6.2M auction result

Often watch brands release their new products at the same time so they’re all fighting for the spotlight. But Audemars Piguet is very good at…

The heroes and bargains of Sotheby’s Important Watches: Part I auction

Auctions

16.05.23

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The heroes and bargains of Sotheby’s Important Watches: Part I auction

Following on from Sotheby’s Important Watches: Part I auction, it’s always interesting to go through and assess the accuracy of the lot estimates. Most of…

The fight against crime: Audemars Piguet offers new guarantee for stolen watches

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05.04.23

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The fight against crime: Audemars Piguet offers new guarantee for stolen watches

Boxer Amir Khan lost his bejewelled Franck Mueller. Formula One driver Lando Norris was forcibly relieved of his £400,000 Richard Mille. They were just two…

I’ll be back: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph pays homage to Arnie’s “End of Days” model

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03.04.23

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I’ll be back: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph pays homage to Arnie’s “End of Days” model

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph celebrates the Offshore’s 30th anniversary This black ceramic model pays homage to the Royal Oak Offshore “End…

Looking back at the watches of Carpool Karaoke – from Paul McCartney to Bruno Mars

Pop Culture

27.03.23

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Looking back at the watches of Carpool Karaoke – from Paul McCartney to Bruno Mars

James Corden is not particularity in the public favour right now, so it is quite timely that The Late, Late Show With James Corden is…

Hands On

02.03.23

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HANDS-ON: The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet in steel is winning over doubters of the collection

The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet has been a hot subject of debate since its debut in 2019. It’s fair to say, as historically happened…

AP Social Club Day 2: 40 functions, 23 complications, ONE WATCH?!

Introducing

04.02.23

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AP Social Club Day 2: 40 functions, 23 complications, ONE WATCH?!

New RD#4: Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet Universelle boasts 40 functions and 23 complications in one watch. Royal Oak Concept debuts in 43mm size with…

AP Social Club Day 1: First-ever steel Code 11.59s, new grained dial Royal Oak Jumbo, and more…

Introducing

03.02.23

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AP Social Club Day 1: First-ever steel Code 11.59s, new grained dial Royal Oak Jumbo, and more…

New stainless-steel Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet models mark first-ever debut for AP. New Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin takes a Tapisserie break with grained dial…

The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG?

Introducing

03.12.22

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The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG?

When modern watch lovers think of the wandering hours complication, most would immediately think of Urwerk that has largely focused on the complication since the…

Audemars Piguet raise $1.1m for charity with the Royal Oak “One Drop”

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15.11.22

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Audemars Piguet raise $1.1m for charity with the Royal Oak “One Drop”

Charity auctions can often be some of the watch world’s most exciting events, as brands stretch their creativity for one-off watches that are instantly collectible.…

Video

06.11.22

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VIDEO: The truth behind the Royal Oak’s construction

Despite being over 50 years old, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak has never ceased to be a thought provoker. Even though the signature octagonal design…

The crazy drinking stories about Peter O’Toole that’ll make you want to buy his watches

Auctions

03.11.22

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The crazy drinking stories about Peter O’Toole that’ll make you want to buy his watches

As a boy, Peter O’Toole jotted down a promise in his notebook: “I will not be a common man. I will stir the smooth sands…

Video

23.10.22

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VIDEO: Hands-on with the AP Royal Oak A2 and the black magic of Karl Lagerfeld’s customised watch

Two incredibly historically significant Royal Oaks have gone under the hammer for big bucks.

The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT makes the case The Hulk should be the next Marvel collab

Introducing

29.09.22

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The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT makes the case The Hulk should be the next Marvel collab

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Limited Edition may have been divisive, but it was an irrefutable success for the brand. The Royal…

Introducing

22.09.22

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INTRODUCING: Three new Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 meld industrial sci-fi and modern elegance

The Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 was a controversial release, being one of the first times in recent decades that the brand had created something entirely…

Opinion

13.08.22

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OPINION: Are publications hyping up “collapsing” watch prices?

For the last month every publication under the sun has seen a traffic gold-mine in the purported “collapse” in secondary pricing for “hype” watches from…

Six of the best watch brands that use Vaucher-based calibres

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08.08.22

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Six of the best watch brands that use Vaucher-based calibres

The larger marketplace may not worry about it, but horological gear-heads are often fascinated and obsessed with who develops a calibre. Is it in-house? Is…

Liver King upgraded to a Royal Oak Offshore for his July 4th Las Vegas jaunt

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12.07.22

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Liver King upgraded to a Royal Oak Offshore for his July 4th Las Vegas jaunt

Last week we spotted the Liver King wearing an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore while celebrating Independence Day in Las Vegas. For those of you…

Friday Wind Down

10.06.22

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Tasting the rainbow at AP House, Complecto and a mean Queen

Hey Everyone, It’s Ricardo and I’m jumping into the Friday Wind Down today. This week, things died down a bit after the all-out blitz of…

Is the new AP Royal Oak Carolina Bucci Limited Edition the best rainbow watch design ever made?

Introducing

02.06.22

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Is the new AP Royal Oak Carolina Bucci Limited Edition the best rainbow watch design ever made?

What’s the biggest difference between Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet? For me, while both manufactures embody the best of traditional watchmaking, Audemars Piguet does a…

My 5 favourite lots from the Ineichen Royal 50 auction on May 28 – with no buyer’s premium!

Auctions

25.05.22

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My 5 favourite lots from the Ineichen Royal 50 auction on May 28 – with no buyer’s premium!

Ineichen Auctioneers are known for their thematic auctions, whether it’s focusing on blue dials for “Precious Blues” or the rose-gold themed “La Vie en Rose”…

EDITOR’S PICK: 6 of the best vintage watch ads, according to @adpatina

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17.05.22

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EDITOR’S PICK: 6 of the best vintage watch ads, according to @adpatina

Editor’s note: One of the more interesting Instagram accounts I’ve followed is @adpatina, dedicated to sourcing (and selling) vintage watch ads. Clearly, I am not…

The Royal Oak pricing strategy in 1972 was absolutely wild

Watch Education

24.04.22

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The Royal Oak pricing strategy in 1972 was absolutely wild

If you were ever wondering what started the stainless-steel sports watch craze we find ourselves in today, none of it would have been possible without…

Offset showers Cardi B with six Chanel bags and “$375K” Audemars Piguet for Valentine’s Day

Pop Culture

19.02.22

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Offset showers Cardi B with six Chanel bags and “$375K” Audemars Piguet for Valentine’s Day

When you think Valentine’s Day gifts, normally you’d think of flowers, chocolates or jewellery. But American rapper Offset, member of the Migos, does not hold…

VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

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13.02.22

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VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

Warm, glowing, and oozing a charming luxury, who doesn’t love a cracking gold watch? Regardless of the tone or colour, whether it’s red, pink or…

All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

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27.01.22

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All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

Editor’s Note: Audemars Piguet did not hold back this week, starting off 2022 with a revamped Royal Oak Collection in honour of the 50th anniversary of…

Hands On

27.01.22

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HANDS-ON: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin ref. 16202 with new in-house calibre 7121

Anniversaries are monumental moments in all aspects of life and they’re certainly no different in watchmaking. It has been no secret that this year marks…

VIDEO: Top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 2)

Watch Reviews

21.01.22

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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…

VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)

Watch Reviews

20.01.22

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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…

Did you catch the holy trinity watch Kumail Nanjiani wears in Marvel’s Eternals?

Pop Culture

16.01.22

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Did you catch the holy trinity watch Kumail Nanjiani wears in Marvel’s Eternals?

Whenever you need some feel-good action thrills, the release of a Marvel Cinematic Universe film is usually a safe bet. That being said, when Eternals…

Watch Reviews

15.01.22

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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…

Mark Ronson is Audemars Piguet’s new ambassador, but his collection shows he’s a genuine watch guy

Pop Culture

13.01.22

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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.…

VIDEO: Audemars Piguet’s top 5 watches of 2021

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30.12.21

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VIDEO: Audemars Piguet’s top 5 watches of 2021

Audemars Piguet marched loudly into 2021, dropping no fewer than 16 watches before we had even hit the end of March. It was definitely a…

VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43mm in titanium – less large, still very much in charge

Watch Reviews

22.12.21

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VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43mm in titanium – less large, still very much in charge

Audemars Piguet have definitely thought outside of the box with many of their recent designs, such as the Code 11:59, Royal Oak Concepts, and the…

VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43 Flyback Chronograph

Watch Reviews

19.12.21

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VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43 Flyback Chronograph

Born in 1972, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak is known for being the original luxury stainless-steel sports watch. The line has since grown and evolved,…

Kevin Hart’s watch collection is the stuff of your horological dreams

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06.12.21

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Kevin Hart’s watch collection is the stuff of your horological dreams

There is something special about a comedian’s ability to make you laugh. For a few moments in time, all your defences come down so that…

EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

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05.12.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

EDITOR’S NOTE: Marc Hayek, CEO of Blancpain, Breguet and Jaquet Droz, said it best. “Platinum is among the noblest and most precious of metals,” he told The Financial Times. “It has extraordinary…

Anthony Joshua’s watch collection currently outweighs his boxing titles…

Pop Culture

02.12.21

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Anthony Joshua’s watch collection currently outweighs his boxing titles…

But that’s absolutely fine by us. Here’s what the Brit has been flaunting on his wrist while he waits for the chance to get his heavyweight…

Audemars Piguet, FPJ, H. Moser & Cie, and Zenith achieve record breaking results at Only Watch 2021

Auctions

10.11.21

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Audemars Piguet, FPJ, H. Moser & Cie, and Zenith achieve record breaking results at Only Watch 2021

Luxury watches can command exorbitant price tags at charity auctions and when piece uniques are on the table, the bidding wars inevitably heat up. We…

Megan Thee Stallion cools off from Hot Girl Summer with her iced-out Rolex Sky-Dweller

Pop Culture

20.10.21

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Megan Thee Stallion cools off from Hot Girl Summer with her iced-out Rolex Sky-Dweller

With the northern hemisphere in the throws of fall, as Jimmy Fallon recently joked on The Tonight Show, we are sadly now past the “Hot…

Introducing

07.10.21

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INTRODUCING: The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillons – in 38.5mm!

The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept collection is a safe space for AP to explore new complications and designs, a playground where the holy trinity…

You Can’t Ask That: The crazy (new) demand for complicated AP watches

Interview

26.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: The crazy (new) demand for complicated AP watches

This is the seventh and final video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the…

You Can’t Ask That: Developing the real estate of an Audemars Piguet watch

Interview

24.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: Developing the real estate of an Audemars Piguet watch

This is the fifth video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the Audemars…

You Can’t Ask That: Audemars Piguet explores new materials

Interview

23.09.21

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You Can’t Ask That: Audemars Piguet explores new materials

This is the fourth video in a series of more conversational, and less directly watch-focused, videos that aim to provide richer telling of the Audemars…

Audemars Piguet introduces three highly complicated pieces into the 2021 collection

Introducing

14.09.21

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Audemars Piguet introduces three highly complicated pieces into the 2021 collection

Holy trinity is a term that gets tossed around a fair bit. Its origins and usage are debated by some within the community, but I…

Comedian Andrew Schulz celebrates rising success with new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Pop Culture

17.08.21

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Comedian Andrew Schulz celebrates rising success with new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

If you’re not familiar with Andrew Schulz, the American comedian has a cult following online – with 1.3 million followers on Instagram and 1.68 million…

British MCs Stormzy and Dave are crazy for Audemars Piguet

Pop Culture

12.07.21

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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.…

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

Pop Culture

11.07.21

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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.…

From Boyz II Men to Backstreet Boys – watch spotting in Netflix’s “This Is Pop”

Pop Culture

05.07.21

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From Boyz II Men to Backstreet Boys – watch spotting in Netflix’s “This Is Pop”

“Ten, nine, eight, seven, six, five, four, three, two, one (wristwatches fellas)…” With its recognisable intro, Netflix’s original docuseries, This Is Pop, takes off and…

RECOMMENDED WATCHING: Unboxing the Audemars Piguet Black Panther with Anthony Joshua

Pop Culture

11.06.21

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RECOMMENDED WATCHING: Unboxing the Audemars Piguet Black Panther with Anthony Joshua

When it was first announced that Audemars Piguet and Marvel would be collaborating on a watch, social media lit up with criticism of the project.…

EDITOR’S PICK: Tennis player Gael Monfils has a watch collection as thrilling as his tennis

Pop Culture

07.06.21

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EDITOR’S PICK: Tennis player Gael Monfils has a watch collection as thrilling as his tennis

EDITOR’S NOTE: Playing with his spaghetti-legged exuberance and freakish athleticism, Gael Monfils is one of the joys of modern tennis. So it was disappointing to…

Rapper Travis Scott’s watch collection is a masterclass in how to spend it when you got it

Pop Culture

03.06.21

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Rapper Travis Scott’s watch collection is a masterclass in how to spend it when you got it

When you become a world famous recording artist, you stand to make a ton of money and inevitably acquire a drool-worthy collection of luxury goods.…

Crime or sublime: Tinie Tempah picks up his customised Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Pop Culture

29.05.21

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Crime or sublime: Tinie Tempah picks up his customised Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

As we’ve touched upon when reporting on Cardi B and J Balvin, “buss-down” watches are a huge trend outside of the niche collecting community. Trained…

Like fine wine, Cardi B’s watch collection is becoming more refined with age

Pop Culture

26.05.21

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Like fine wine, Cardi B’s watch collection is becoming more refined with age

Within the hip-hop community the prevalence of Patek Philippe, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille is abundant. In a scene where competitive flair and one-upmanship is…

From Neymar to Lebron – 4 powerhouse athletes spotted wearing the AP Royal Oak Concept Black Panther

Pop Culture

23.05.21

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From Neymar to Lebron – 4 powerhouse athletes spotted wearing the AP Royal Oak Concept Black Panther

When the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Flying Tourbillon was introduced, many enthusiasts were openly critical of its design, wondering who on earth…

Recommended Reading: The Naked Watchmaker deconstructs the Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Chronograph

Watch Education

15.05.21

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Under the hammer: 5 timepieces to keep an eye on at the Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: XIII

The Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XIII takes place in Switzerland this weekend with 236 stellar lots for bidders and enthusiasts to get excited about. Of…

Tasting Notes: Going hands-on with the 2021 Audemars Piguet collection

News

25.04.21

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Tasting Notes: Going hands-on with the 2021 Audemars Piguet collection

With my one year anniversary with the Time+Tide team on the horizon, the only drawback has been that the pandemic inhibited all the in-person interaction…

Las Vegas ‘prostitute’ with lion tattoo stole Rolex and Audemars Piguet watches from hotel rooms

Pop Culture

23.04.21

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Las Vegas ‘prostitute’ with lion tattoo stole Rolex and Audemars Piguet watches from hotel rooms

If you happen to find yourself in Las Vegas and find yourself with an attractive young woman with a lion tattoo on her thigh, keep…

Let’s be transparent: Tinted and clear sapphire dials are a trend in 2021

Lists

16.04.21

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Let’s be transparent: Tinted and clear sapphire dials are a trend in 2021

Sapphire crystal, the once exclusive, high-end material replacing scratch-prone acrylic and normal glass to protect our watch dials, is now widely available,and employed in some…

ANALYSIS: How is the $5.2m Audemars Piguet Black Panther different to the $160k version?

News

14.04.21

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ANALYSIS: How is the $5.2m Audemars Piguet Black Panther different to the $160k version?

As a community, we watch lovers can forget there is a larger world beyond our obsession, and that the overwhelming majority of watch buyers are…

Introducing

04.04.21

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INTRODUCING: Modernising two-tone with the 2021 Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Collection

While all the rage in the ’80s, many consumers have deviated away from two-tone designs in today’s marketplace. Historically two tone is comprised of stainless…

Introducing

27.03.21

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INTRODUCING: Audemars Piguet releases a trio of diamond set Royal Oak Jumbos including two icy blue dials

I’ve said it many times, but I will say it again: blue was absolutely the colour of 2020. With such saturation of the dial colour,…

8 affordable watches on eBay right now for under $5k, including Patek Philippe and Jacob & Co

Lists

25.03.21

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8 affordable watches on eBay right now for under $5k, including Patek Philippe and Jacob & Co

Of late, eBay has been making serious strides into the pre-owned watch market and they certainly aren’t slowing down. They recently started a new Instagram…

Introducing

20.03.21

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INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet 2021 Royal Oak Chronographs powered by in-house AP caliber 4401

We all know the “Holy Trinity” manufacturers can be called out at times for being on the slower side when it comes to product evolution.…

FRIDAY WIND DOWN – THE GREEN EDITION: St Pat’s Day, Audemars Piguet, Olive dials and Dublin contributor joins the team!

News

19.03.21

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN – THE GREEN EDITION: St Pat’s Day, Audemars Piguet, Olive dials and Dublin contributor joins the team!

Sometimes when I sit down on a Friday afternoon with a beverage of some description (today, an ‘Almond Negroni’ my colleague Matt claims he invented)…

Introducing

18.03.21

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INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet 2021 Royal Oak Offshore 42mm Collection with a new movement and interchangeable strap system

Audemars Piguet is coming in hot for 2021, and AP is not pulling any punches. It is clear the plan is to usher in a…

Introducing

18.03.21

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INTRODUCING: Audemars Piguet goes all-in on green for the 2021 Royal Oak collection

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak models are among the most coveted watches in the entire world. Owners of the various references already make other collectors green…

UK rapper Dave adds a Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5168G in “khaki green” to his stellar collection

Lists

05.03.21

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UK rapper Dave adds a Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5168G in “khaki green” to his stellar collection

Almost a year to the day since Dave made headlines at the annual Brit Awards for his heartfelt performance of hit single Black, Britain’s hottest…

The 5 most baller watches from our NOW buying guide including Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Hublot and Louis Vuitton

Lists

02.03.21

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The 5 most baller watches from our NOW buying guide including Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Hublot and Louis Vuitton

According to the Urban Dictionary, the definition of a baller is: “A person that makes shit happen. Without additional context, ‘baller’ typically is assumed to…

Nick Jonas shows he’s a serious watch guy with this Omega Speedmaster in Canopus Gold on Saturday Night Live

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02.03.21

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Nick Jonas shows he’s a serious watch guy with this Omega Speedmaster in Canopus Gold on Saturday Night Live

As a watch enthusiast and journalist, I get excited when I see celebrities sporting coveted timepieces on their wrists. More often than not we see…

IN-DEPTH: Rebellion meets technology in the history of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept

Watch Reviews

20.02.21

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IN-DEPTH: Rebellion meets technology in the history of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept

The word “concept” is something that is often associated with the world’s most enthralling works of art. A concept album can tell a very deliberate…

Watchspotting at the Australian Open watches including Bulgari, Audemars Piguet and, of course, a ton of Rolex

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20.02.21

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Watchspotting at the Australian Open watches including Bulgari, Audemars Piguet and, of course, a ton of Rolex

Editor’s note: Yesterday we took at look at all of the Australian Open tennis players who actually wore their watches while competing. Today we’ll be…

4 professional tennis players who wear their watches on court, and what they are

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19.02.21

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4 professional tennis players who wear their watches on court, and what they are

The 2021 Australian Open is edging towards its climax in Melbourne after the players and their respective teams completed a mandatory two weeks of quarantine.…

When size is the prize – 11 of the best big watches from dress pieces to divers

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10.02.21

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When size is the prize – 11 of the best big watches from dress pieces to divers

Sometimes you need to make a statement. You want to let the room know that you’ve arrived and need your watch to have your back.…

Three watches that show this billionaire GameStop investor has a formidable wrist game

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02.02.21

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Three watches that show this billionaire GameStop investor has a formidable wrist game

Chamath Palihapitiya is a name you might not have heard of a week ago but, thanks to his very public support of the GameStop share…

His & hers watches are the anniversary gift that lets you justify adding a new piece to your collection

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09.01.21

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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…

The watch collection of tennis player Gael Monfils is as thrilling as his playing style

Pop Culture

02.01.21

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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…

From LeBron to Steph Curry, the NBA superstars totally slam-dunking their #wristgame

Pop Culture

26.12.20

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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…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 6 – James Yates, model and mental health advocate

Opinion

06.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 6 – James Yates, model and mental health advocate

Editor’s note: A few months back, we announced that former Editor of GQ Australia, Mike Christensen, was to be our first European Editor. In this series,…

Introducing

03.12.20

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INTRODUCING: The velvety black beauty of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked Black Ceramic

If there is any single watch to lovingly blame for the craze of luxury sports watches with integrated bracelets, it’s the Royal Oak from Audemars…

The most expensive watches sold on eBay in 2020

Lists

25.11.20

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The most expensive watches sold on eBay in 2020

With eBay being one of the largest marketplaces in the world, the go-to platform for sellers looking to find buyers for their goods, it can…

Introducing

18.11.20

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INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon 41mm is a bridge between the past and the future

If you’re a regular reader of Time+Tide, you’ll probably know that Audemars Piguet are well known for their skill in making tourbillons. This year alone,…

Micro Mondays

09.11.20

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MICRO MONDAYS: A proper backstory to the Bamford Watch Department, the rebel modder that turned into a watch brand

Watch modification is now rampant throughout the watch community. From modded Seiko watches to blacked-out Rolex Milgauss pieces in Hollywood, a desire to personalise a…

8 watches that might just be sub-$10k bargains at Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XII

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05.11.20

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8 watches that might just be sub-$10k bargains at Phillips Geneva Watch Auction XII

Let’s face it, watch auctions can be a little bit intimidating. The big players in the watch game are centuries-old organisations, with Christie’s and Sotheby’s…

Did this couple really just use a six-year-old to steal an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore?

News

04.11.20

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Did this couple really just use a six-year-old to steal an Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore?

Look, we get it. Waitlists are frustrating, and watches are commanding higher values and premiums than ever before. But this has to be a new…

Patek Philippe online sales have not kicked in the crisis, and 3 other key takeaways from Eric Ku’s lecture for the HSNY

News

27.10.20

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Patek Philippe online sales have not kicked in the crisis, and 3 other key takeaways from Eric Ku’s lecture for the HSNY

With the ongoing pandemic, everything and everyone has had to adopt new means and methods of connecting and gathering. Each month the Horological Society of…

Conor McGregor’s jumping back in the octagon … what watch will he buy to celebrate?

Pop Culture

18.10.20

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Conor McGregor’s jumping back in the octagon … what watch will he buy to celebrate?

Editor’s note: Conor McGregor, the biggest name in UFC history, looks set to come out of retirement a mere six months after announcing he was…

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One watch brand dominates the wrists of the LA Lakers, 2020 NBA champions

2020 has definitely been a chaotic year with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic worldwide. Blockbuster films have been delayed, major music festivals cancelled, but at least…

The “inexplicable insanity” that underscores the story of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

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13.10.20

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The “inexplicable insanity” that underscores the story of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

It feels like decades since CNN came to our offices to shoot it, and by now I’d expect it to have run its course, but…

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Loki masters time, but what watches do Tom Hiddleston and the Marvel Cinematic Universe cast actually wear?

Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet debuts in new 38mm size

A prototype Audemars Piguet Royal Oak meant for Michael Schumacher has emerged for sale… For $1.5 million

9 of the best gold watches

Rolex, Patek, AP, VC – you can only wear one for life. These were your responses…

5 of the best ceramic watches of 2023

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: AP has a MARVELous week with a new watch, new CEO and US$6.2M auction result

The heroes and bargains of Sotheby’s Important Watches: Part I auction

The fight against crime: Audemars Piguet offers new guarantee for stolen watches

I’ll be back: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Selfwinding Chronograph pays homage to Arnie’s “End of Days” model

Looking back at the watches of Carpool Karaoke – from Paul McCartney to Bruno Mars

HANDS-ON: The Code 11.59 by Audemars Piguet in steel is winning over doubters of the collection

AP Social Club Day 2: 40 functions, 23 complications, ONE WATCH?!

AP Social Club Day 1: First-ever steel Code 11.59s, new grained dial Royal Oak Jumbo, and more…

The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG?

Audemars Piguet raise $1.1m for charity with the Royal Oak “One Drop”

VIDEO: The truth behind the Royal Oak’s construction

The crazy drinking stories about Peter O’Toole that’ll make you want to buy his watches

VIDEO: Hands-on with the AP Royal Oak A2 and the black magic of Karl Lagerfeld’s customised watch

The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillon GMT makes the case The Hulk should be the next Marvel collab

INTRODUCING: Three new Audemars Piguet Code 11.59 meld industrial sci-fi and modern elegance

OPINION: Are publications hyping up “collapsing” watch prices?

Six of the best watch brands that use Vaucher-based calibres

Liver King upgraded to a Royal Oak Offshore for his July 4th Las Vegas jaunt

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Tasting the rainbow at AP House, Complecto and a mean Queen

Is the new AP Royal Oak Carolina Bucci Limited Edition the best rainbow watch design ever made?

My 5 favourite lots from the Ineichen Royal 50 auction on May 28 – with no buyer’s premium!

EDITOR’S PICK: 6 of the best vintage watch ads, according to @adpatina

The Royal Oak pricing strategy in 1972 was absolutely wild

Offset showers Cardi B with six Chanel bags and “$375K” Audemars Piguet for Valentine’s Day

VIDEO: The 5 best gold watches of the last 12 months

All of the 42 new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak 50th anniversary releases of 2022

HANDS-ON: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin ref. 16202 with new in-house calibre 7121

VIDEO: Top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 2)

VIDEO: The top watches of 2021 above $20k (Part 1)

Did you catch the holy trinity watch Kumail Nanjiani wears in Marvel’s Eternals?

THE TOP WATCH REVIEWS OF 2021 – The 2021 Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 collection (#10)

Mark Ronson is Audemars Piguet’s new ambassador, but his collection shows he’s a genuine watch guy

VIDEO: Audemars Piguet’s top 5 watches of 2021

VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43mm in titanium – less large, still very much in charge

VIDEO: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore 43 Flyback Chronograph

Kevin Hart’s watch collection is the stuff of your horological dreams

EDITOR’S PICK: Five platinum watches to put on your wish-list

Anthony Joshua’s watch collection currently outweighs his boxing titles…

Audemars Piguet, FPJ, H. Moser & Cie, and Zenith achieve record breaking results at Only Watch 2021

Megan Thee Stallion cools off from Hot Girl Summer with her iced-out Rolex Sky-Dweller

INTRODUCING: The new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Flying Tourbillons – in 38.5mm!

You Can’t Ask That: The crazy (new) demand for complicated AP watches

You Can’t Ask That: Developing the real estate of an Audemars Piguet watch

You Can’t Ask That: Audemars Piguet explores new materials

Audemars Piguet introduces three highly complicated pieces into the 2021 collection

Comedian Andrew Schulz celebrates rising success with new Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

British MCs Stormzy and Dave are crazy for Audemars Piguet

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

From Boyz II Men to Backstreet Boys – watch spotting in Netflix’s “This Is Pop”

RECOMMENDED WATCHING: Unboxing the Audemars Piguet Black Panther with Anthony Joshua

EDITOR’S PICK: Tennis player Gael Monfils has a watch collection as thrilling as his tennis

Rapper Travis Scott’s watch collection is a masterclass in how to spend it when you got it

Crime or sublime: Tinie Tempah picks up his customised Audemars Piguet Royal Oak

Like fine wine, Cardi B’s watch collection is becoming more refined with age

From Neymar to Lebron – 4 powerhouse athletes spotted wearing the AP Royal Oak Concept Black Panther

Recommended Reading: The Naked Watchmaker deconstructs the Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Chronograph

Under the hammer: 5 timepieces to keep an eye on at the Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: XIII

Tasting Notes: Going hands-on with the 2021 Audemars Piguet collection

Las Vegas ‘prostitute’ with lion tattoo stole Rolex and Audemars Piguet watches from hotel rooms

Let’s be transparent: Tinted and clear sapphire dials are a trend in 2021

ANALYSIS: How is the $5.2m Audemars Piguet Black Panther different to the $160k version?

INTRODUCING: Modernising two-tone with the 2021 Audemars Piguet Code 11:59 Collection

INTRODUCING: Audemars Piguet releases a trio of diamond set Royal Oak Jumbos including two icy blue dials

8 affordable watches on eBay right now for under $5k, including Patek Philippe and Jacob & Co

INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet 2021 Royal Oak Chronographs powered by in-house AP caliber 4401

FRIDAY WIND DOWN – THE GREEN EDITION: St Pat’s Day, Audemars Piguet, Olive dials and Dublin contributor joins the team!

INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet 2021 Royal Oak Offshore 42mm Collection with a new movement and interchangeable strap system

INTRODUCING: Audemars Piguet goes all-in on green for the 2021 Royal Oak collection

UK rapper Dave adds a Patek Phillipe Aquanaut 5168G in “khaki green” to his stellar collection

The 5 most baller watches from our NOW buying guide including Vacheron Constantin, Audemars Piguet, Hublot and Louis Vuitton

Nick Jonas shows he’s a serious watch guy with this Omega Speedmaster in Canopus Gold on Saturday Night Live

IN-DEPTH: Rebellion meets technology in the history of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept

Watchspotting at the Australian Open watches including Bulgari, Audemars Piguet and, of course, a ton of Rolex