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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…

The Rolex Daytona gets a skeletonised remix in white ceramic at the hands of 2 Chainz

Pop Culture

13.07.23

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The Rolex Daytona gets a skeletonised remix in white ceramic at the hands of 2 Chainz

The rapper 2 Chainz is called “2 Chainz” because of his predilection for wearing, you guessed it, two chains. In other words, the hip-hop artist…

Ed Sheeran hands out free pizzas while wearing a six-figure “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona ref. 6263

Pop Culture

11.07.23

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Ed Sheeran hands out free pizzas while wearing a six-figure “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona ref. 6263

If you’re a budding watch-spotter, Ed Sheeran is the gift that just keeps on giving. Highlights in his watch box include the Patek Philippe Ref.1518 – the…

The Immortals

24.12.22

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The Immortals – Why the Rolex Daytona is still the ultimate chronograph to trigger serious FOMO

Editor’s note: The Immortals is a new series that delves into a watch that we believe deserves recognition as a bona fide modern classic. You’ll…

Modified with the dial of a Rolex Daytona, this iPhone is the ideal gift for a lunatic despot. Here’s why…

Pop Culture

16.10.22

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Modified with the dial of a Rolex Daytona, this iPhone is the ideal gift for a lunatic despot. Here’s why…

“Saddam’s chandelier was the size of a two-car garage,” wrote the late P.J. O’Rourke in a piece on Saddam Hussein’s taste in interior design. “If…

The link between crypto and collectible watches is becoming clearer

For years, in the circles I’m a part of, watch collectors have been asking a simple question. As watch prices continue to skyrocket, who in…

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…

Fancy a vintage Daytona or Calatrava? This watchmaker is selling his magnificent collection…

Auctions

13.06.21

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Fancy a vintage Daytona or Calatrava? This watchmaker is selling his magnificent collection…

All too often we discuss watches as assets. Usually when we hear about people selling pieces from their collection it is part of an effort…

Art dealer loses 1976 Rolex Daytona worth $350k in skiing accident – insurer refuses to pay up

News

31.05.21

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Art dealer loses 1976 Rolex Daytona worth $350k in skiing accident – insurer refuses to pay up

In March 2019, Christopher Jones had a very bad day. The British art dealer was skiing in Aspen, Colorado when he crashed on the mountain.…

Why servicing a vintage Rolex will only get harder and more expensive

Opinion

17.03.21

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Why servicing a vintage Rolex will only get harder and more expensive

You’ll have heard this about vintage watches before: tread carefully when you have these pieces serviced and who you allow to work on them. With…

I bonded with Paul Newman over a Timex Ironman, but you’ll be surprised what was on his wrist

Pop Culture

13.03.21

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I bonded with Paul Newman over a Timex Ironman, but you’ll be surprised what was on his wrist

I met Paul Newman once. Back in 2001, I spent an hour in his company. Just him and me chatting in a drawing room in…

Madison Beer sure wears the hell out of a solid yellow gold Rolex Daytona on the VIEWS podcast with David Dobrik

Pop Culture

22.02.21

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Madison Beer sure wears the hell out of a solid yellow gold Rolex Daytona on the VIEWS podcast with David Dobrik

Watching David Dobrik content is a guilty pleasure of mine. It is mindless fun when you’re just looking to unwind, kickback, and have a laugh…

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

Lists

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…

The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?

Opinion

01.01.21

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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 Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive

Lists

30.12.20

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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…

Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?

Pop Culture

27.12.20

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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…

Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Pop Culture

25.12.20

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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…

Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

Pop Culture

09.12.20

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Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

Have you ever wondered what racing cars and auction rooms have in common? In a 2006 publication, neurosurgeon Dr Eric Watkins published evidence that a…

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

Interview

04.12.20

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11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

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…

The 5 most interesting watches sighted on Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee

Lists

20.10.20

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The 5 most interesting watches sighted on Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee

Editor’s note: If you are like us, the word “watch” has two meanings when you’re in front of the TV — both viewing a program and inspecting…

Monochrome’s Rolex predictions are scary accurate, will they be right again in 2020 / 2021?

Opinion

21.06.20

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Monochrome’s Rolex predictions are scary accurate, will they be right again in 2020 / 2021?

The most common, and irresistible, grist for the watch industry rumour mill each year is what new models Rolex and, to more of an extent…

What we know so far about the alleged fake Rolex scandal engulfing popular YouTuber @horologyhouse

News

04.02.20

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What we know so far about the alleged fake Rolex scandal engulfing popular YouTuber @horologyhouse

It’s Australia’s biggest watch scandal in living memory. Hell, if anything is going to end up with a ‘-gate’ suffix in our world, it’s this.…

Fight Club: We pit Conor McGregor’s watch collection against one another

Lists

21.01.20

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Fight Club: We pit Conor McGregor’s watch collection against one another

As I’m sure most of you are aware, “The Notorious” Conor McGregor made a triumphant return to the UFC octagon last weekend, knocking out his…

HOW TO: Take the perfect Instagram wristshot

Opinion

06.11.19

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HOW TO: Take the perfect Instagram wristshot

Editor’s note: I’m sure that at one point or another you’ve been wearing your favourite watch and thought, “This is definitely ‘gram’ worthy”. But taking…

RECOMMENDED READING: A history of the Rolex Daytona

Watch Education

30.10.19

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LIST: 3 well-dressed men straight up wrist flexing at the 2019 Oscars

There’s an argument to be made for a subtle sartorial flex (and it’s an argument that Barack Obama definitely won with his Rag & Bone…

EDITOR’S PICK: Looking back on the greatest Rolex releases of the year

News

21.10.18

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EDITOR’S PICK: Looking back on the greatest Rolex releases of the year

Editor’s note: Well, it’s October, so it’s fair to say that the year is — like the mainspring of a watch left on the bedside table…

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, (a very late) March 2018

Lists

11.04.18

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SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, (a very late) March 2018

Editor’s note: Full disclosure, this one slipped past the keeper in those hectic pre-Basel days. So to all of you people eagerly awaiting your dose…

SPOTTED BY AG: Dispatch 15, December 17 – Holiday watchspotting edition

Lists

21.12.17

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SPOTTED BY AG: Dispatch 15, December 17 – Holiday watchspotting edition

If you believe your calendars, then somehow we’re already in DECEMBER! And although we should be getting ready to wind down for the year, we…

INSIGHT: 3 questions about Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona, answered

Interview

24.10.17

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INSIGHT: 3 questions about Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona, answered

When I had the opportunity, in Geneva this past summer, to get my hands on the 20th century’s most famous wristwatch and talk about it…

EDITOR’S PICK: What makes a watch a keeper

Opinion

13.05.17

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EDITOR’S PICK: What makes a watch a keeper

Editor’s Note: We originally published this story way back in 2015, and you’ll be glad to know that Andrew still has his BLNR, and I’ve…

EDITOR’S PICK: 15 Instagram wristshots that are better than yours (and why)

Opinion

21.04.17

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EDITOR’S PICK: 15 Instagram wristshots that are better than yours (and why)

Editor’s Note: Instagram is all about the selfie, and the watch-oriented sectors of it are no different. Only for the #watchfam it’s less about the…

EDITOR’S PICK: 6 men’s watches that look incredible on women (and why)

Opinion

15.04.17

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EDITOR’S PICK: 6 men’s watches that look incredible on women (and why)

Editor’s note: At Time+Tide we’ve always felt that gendering watches is somewhat pointless and arbitrary. If you like it and you can wear it, that’s…

Interview

03.02.17

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WHO TO FOLLOW: @ryanbbabenzien

Time to inject some fresh blood into your insta vein. Founder of footwear brand Greats, Ryan Babenzien documents his work and life in Williamsburg through the lens of a…

TOP POSTS OF 2016: Number 6 – The Rolex Daytona video review

Watch Reviews

24.12.16

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HANDS-ON: Everlasting lustre – the Rolex Daytona in yellow gold with green dial (ref. 116508)

Though the devastatingly cool new steel Daytona is the Rolex chronograph de jour, this year the brand also released new variations of their classic chrono in white and…

Friday Wind Down

19.08.16

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 19th August, 2016 – the 0.1% edition

This week we’re all about the finer things in life, and those who can afford them. So, crack open the ’61 Chateau Latour and allow…

Friday Wind Down

10.04.15

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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 10th April, 2015

** This Friday wind down is solely and wholly dedicated to Richie Benaud. Richie had several qualities that all men should aspire to; honesty, obsession…

News

09.01.15

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NEWS: Melbourne thief steals Rolex Daytona in dodgy Gumtree deal

So, you’re selling your watch. Not by choice. But, you know, circumstances. Something else has caught your eye, you need to boost your home deposit,…

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

The Rolex Daytona gets a skeletonised remix in white ceramic at the hands of 2 Chainz

Ed Sheeran hands out free pizzas while wearing a six-figure “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona ref. 6263

The Immortals – Why the Rolex Daytona is still the ultimate chronograph to trigger serious FOMO

Modified with the dial of a Rolex Daytona, this iPhone is the ideal gift for a lunatic despot. Here’s why…

The link between crypto and collectible watches is becoming clearer

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

Fancy a vintage Daytona or Calatrava? This watchmaker is selling his magnificent collection…

Art dealer loses 1976 Rolex Daytona worth $350k in skiing accident – insurer refuses to pay up

Why servicing a vintage Rolex will only get harder and more expensive

I bonded with Paul Newman over a Timex Ironman, but you’ll be surprised what was on his wrist

Madison Beer sure wears the hell out of a solid yellow gold Rolex Daytona on the VIEWS podcast with David Dobrik

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

The big question: Why is it so hard to buy a new steel Rolex?

The Modifier’s Series: MAD Paris are radical, edgy and utterly subversive

Why did the second Paul Newman Rolex Daytona sell at auction for the “bargain” price of $5m?

Up to scratch: The most famous watch engravings of all time

Steve McQueen’s Monaco, Paul Newman’s (other) Daytona – will this auction deliver the next record watch sale?

11 DAYS OF LONDONERS: Day 4 – David Silver, Director of the Vintage Watch Company

The 5 most interesting watches sighted on Comedians in Cars Getting Coffee

Monochrome’s Rolex predictions are scary accurate, will they be right again in 2020 / 2021?

What we know so far about the alleged fake Rolex scandal engulfing popular YouTuber @horologyhouse

Fight Club: We pit Conor McGregor’s watch collection against one another

HOW TO: Take the perfect Instagram wristshot

RECOMMENDED READING: A history of the Rolex Daytona

LIST: 3 well-dressed men straight up wrist flexing at the 2019 Oscars

EDITOR’S PICK: Looking back on the greatest Rolex releases of the year

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, (a very late) March 2018

SPOTTED BY AG: Dispatch 15, December 17 – Holiday watchspotting edition

INSIGHT: 3 questions about Paul Newman’s Rolex Daytona, answered

EDITOR’S PICK: What makes a watch a keeper

EDITOR’S PICK: 15 Instagram wristshots that are better than yours (and why)

EDITOR’S PICK: 6 men’s watches that look incredible on women (and why)

WHO TO FOLLOW: @ryanbbabenzien

TOP POSTS OF 2016: Number 6 – The Rolex Daytona video review

HANDS-ON: Everlasting lustre – the Rolex Daytona in yellow gold with green dial (ref. 116508)

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 19th August, 2016 – the 0.1% edition

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 10th April, 2015

NEWS: Melbourne thief steals Rolex Daytona in dodgy Gumtree deal