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It's a souped-up Speedy with all the dial text. And if you ever wondered how to read it, wonder no more.

Wei and Jeremiah discuss Roger Dubuis, the man and his watches, and how they are a clear reflection of his incredible watchmaking journey. The latest offering by Revolution Curates is a Roger Dubuis Sympathie Bi-Retrograde Perpetual Calendar that rightfully deserves the attention of collectors for the significance of its place in watchmaking history and technical […]

Nomos Glashütte supports the 50th anniversary of the Médecins Sans Frontières with a new Tangente 38, and leads with a donation for each piece sold.

The phrase “nothing special” is often thrown around when you’re showing your watch to other enthusiasts. It might be a bashful term born out of shyness, some insecurity that your watch isn’t as expensive as the other person’s, or it could even be sarcasm when the watch on your wrist is worth more than some … ContinuedThe post Why did I fall more in love with this $50 Citizen than my $5,000 Cartier? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Welcome to the Friday Wind Down. Let’s dig into some of the horological headlines of the week! Grand Seiko regional limited editions cause some of the greatest amount of FOMO in the collecting community, often producing really striking and distinct creations that people want but, due to the region they live in, cannot buy. The … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: Grand Seiko Thailand makes the world green with envy, British survey reveals why people truly wear watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In our latest instalment on affordable, summer-ready watches, Wei and Jeremiah suggest three more pieces that any watch nerd would be proud to wear but are unlikely to make you a target for theft. As always, keep your head on a swivel regardless of what’s on your wrist and stay safe out there! Check out […]

Created for the 50th anniversary of Cortina Watch, which is also marking the occasion with a special Patek Philippe Calatrava, the Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Cortina Watch 50th Anniversary is an elegantly different take on Blancpain’s vintage-inspired dive watch. With a titanium case matched with a bezel and crown in fade-resistant Sedna gold, the Cortina edition dresses up the functional style of the ordinarily no-frills Bathyscaphe. Originally launched in 2013 as the entry-level – and most compact – model in the Fifty Fathoms collection, the Bathyscaphe was previously only available in single materials, making this two-tone version a first. In fact, the Bathyscaphe Cortina the first Blancpain dive watch with a bi-metal case, but it’ll probably not be the last since the combination is appealing. The hands and hour indices are also 18k Sedna gold Initial thoughts The Bathyscaphe is a handsome watch that has good proportions. It doesn’t feel as large as it measures and wears well. And it is especially lightweight in titanium, so it sits easily on the wrist. In its original variants the Bathyscaphe is muted (in either the steel, ceramic, or titanium versions), or expensive and shiny (in Sedna gold). The Cortina edition is a useful variation on the theme that’s still restrained, but with a little bit of shine. The Sedna gold accents work especially well on the watch because of its retro style. They bring to mind vintage dive watches with “gilt” dials. Admit...

I grew up idolizing everything about him – including his watch. But the story took a turn when he passed it down to me.

And no, we're not talking about dial colors.

A plastic watch designed by a sort-of-famous pig. Nope, it's not April 1st.

The Sistem51 gets a small (seconds) update.

Remembering three highly collectible creations from the earliest days of the Swatch Art Special.

Moser is one of the most interesting and provocative marques in all of watchmaking, but its stratospheric prices can make your eyes water. This piece is the easiest way in.

The skull as a watch theme have a long tradition dating back to early pocket watches. Called memento mori, these were decorated with skulls with the aim of reminding the owner to live life to the fullest and make the most of time on earth. With the latest addition to the Bubble collection, Corum continues this tradition, this time choosing a luminescent x-ray image of a skull to decorate the dial.

'Wrist Check Pod' co-host Perri Dash comes through with three vintage watches, one trippy poster, and the modern Rolex that made him a believer.

Let’s make it happen. It’d be a lot cooler if you did.The post Fantasy Watch Ambassador: D.C. reunites Matthew McConaughey with Doxa appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Strapping on this neo-vintage-style timepiece transported me to a fun period in watch collecting – one I missed the first time around.

Introducing a new micro brand and their collaboration with our friend and colleague Miguel Seabra - the Underd0g Strawberries and Cream.

Paris has many flattering nicknames from the “City of Love” to “the Fashion Capital”, and while it’s thoroughly earned both of those monikers, it should also be known for its important milestones in horology and design. From 18th century innovations to modern trendsetting, Paris is a central hub in watchmaking that could even rival some … ContinuedThe post Time+Tide City Watch Buying Guide – Paris appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

For years, Swiss brands have heavily invested in the Chinese market. Which has made sense, as year after year, the watch market there continues to be the largest in the world. Yet, with the recent pandemic and China’s love affair with lockdowns, many brands are realising some diversification wouldn’t hurt. And as they’ve scoured the … ContinuedThe post The Indian watch market: Switzerland’s next big target appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Oscar Piastri is one of the hottest properties of the F1 rookie market in living memory. In fact, despite confirmation that he would be racing in motorsport’s prime category in 2023, teams appear to still be squabbling over the Australian young gun. Formula 1’s summer break is a notorious time for contract negotiations and surprise … ContinuedThe post The crazed battle for Oscar Piastri’s wrist appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Breitling releases 2 new limited edition watches with Singapore Airlines. Available together with other selected Breitling watches on the on the airline's retail platform KrisShop.