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Seiko announces the world's smallest and thinnest GPS solar watch: the Astron 5X movement. We were in Nagano Prefecture to photograph and do our hands-on.

When ‘Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper – Shallow (A Star Is Born)‘ came up on my Discover Weekly Spotify playlist, it caught my attention for three reasons. Firstly, I had no idea that Bradley Cooper could also sing (of course he can). Secondly, it’s delightful. But thirdly, and most relevantly, the duo were both recently appointed brand … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Battle of the brands – Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Most of the watches we talk about here at Time+Tide are mechanical - if there’s a battery involved, the watch has to be pretty special to get our attention. Well, Seiko’s Astron meets (and exceeds) the ‘pretty special’ criteria. The original Astron watch was released in 2012 (well, if you want to get technical, the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Smaller, thinner – the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 5X appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Owning a tourbillon is a dream for many watch-loving folks. The little, eternally whirling cages, designed to counteract the effects of gravity on a timepiece’s isochronism, aren’t particularly practical, though they hold within them a charm that in many ways sums up the appeal of mechanical watches. But for many, the dream of strapping the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The disruptor – a closer look at TAG Heuer’s Carrera Heuer 02 Tourbillon in black ceramic  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ensconced in the brand’s London pop-up store, Oris’s charismatic chairman Ulrich Herzog talks about in-house capabilities, corporate responsibility and the runaway success of the Divers Sixty-Five.

Our Watchscapes feature of the new Ulysse Nardin Marine Tourbillon Blue Grand Feu Guilloche. This is the update on the original white enamel from 2017.

The culmination of three decades’ experience in radio-controlled timekeeping, the new J101 movement inside the Meister MEGA brings precision to a new level.

Bell & Ross BR-X collection gets a new recruit, the BR-X1 Military, a chronograph fashioned for life in the rough.

For me, the HyperChrome Ultra Light is one of the coolest, cleanest watches in Rado’s collection. Yes, Rado’s heritage collection is earning some serious cred, and their design-y limited editions really showcase their high-tech capabilities. But for me it’s all about the HyperChrome Ultra Light. It’s a regular, round, daily wear watch (and a well-sized … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Rado’s HyperChrome Ultra Light lives up to the name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ever thought of wading into the world of independent watchmaking but was intimidated? The Manufacture Royale ADN Spirit just might be your ticket. We go in-depth with a hands-on review.

TAG Heuer’s Carrera celebrates another landmark anniversary with 13 takes on a new movement.

The AWCI launches an American Timepiece watch fair in Austin, TX, October 12 – 13, 2018.

As far as cool watch names go, this watch has one of the coolest: I mean, the head of the viper - it doesn’t get much more rock than that. And while the story behind the name is less viper lounge and more viper observatory, the watch itself easily lives up to its rock star … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The viper strikes! TAG Heuer’s Carrera Calibre 02 Tourbillon Tête de Vipère appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

If you happen to be a watch fan or a space enthusiast, this Thursday in Australia is the day you’ve been waiting for, with the opening of Universal Pictures’ First Man. Based on the book by James R. Hansen, the movie chronicles the life of Neil Armstrong in the years leading up to the historic Apollo … ContinuedThe post NEWS: More than Moonwatches – these are the Omegas you can expect to spot in new moon film First Man appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Revolution tests out the Tudor Black Bay GMT with its distinctive ‘Pepsi’ bezel over a weekend of rough-and-tumble with the All Blacks at Rugby World Cup Sevens, San Francisco.

Habring² announces a new monopusher chronograph based on their successful A11 movement. The new watch is called Chrono-Felix. Full details and price within.

Corum announced that it would not be participating in Baselworld 2019.

Editor’s note: When I began the hunt for my first “good” watch I came up with a list of certain criteria: a black dial, 40 – 44 mm case size, and good looks. However, the main one was that it needed to be a chronograph. It was the added allure of a more complex inside paired … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: From $6k to $60k, 6 reasons to love a classic chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Omega created a highly desirable limited edition with the 2018 Omega Speedmaster “Ultraman” but do you know what else comes in the box? Watch this video and find out.

Editor’s note: An affordable Swiss-made tourbillon. Words like that were once considered something of an oxymoron. That all changed, however, when in 2016, TAG Heuer’s Carrera Heuer-02T came along, causing something of a stir amongst the watchmaking elite. Well, with this year’s release of the chronometer grade TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Tourbillon Tête de Vipère, those shock … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Can TAG Heuer’s affordable tourbillon match it with the big dogs? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Vortic and Revolution Create Vintage Harley Watch

Harry Winston presents a new take on Project Z, one in which design is centered upon concentricity - we bring you the details and our thoughts.

It's impossible to deny that the watch is very clearly inspired by the design of the AP Royal Oak, which either captures people's imagination or causes them to hiss and spit at the "affordable homage." But is that a justified response?

For the first time ever, Grand Seiko has created a limited edition collection exclusively for the US market.

Explorer and guide Adrian Ballinger knows the importance of an accurate timepiece on the mountain.

Nothing hints at the story of a watch more than its imperfections. A thick scratch across the crystal. Could that have been a motorbike accident? A near miss with a switchblade? A ding in the otherwise smooth shoulder of the lugs. Something mundane like an errant car door, or seatbelt buckle on a plane? A … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Holding the last watch that walked on the moon in your hand (and quietly freaking out) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.