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Revolution Watch Podcast Ep. 9: Michael Friedman
Audemars Piguet’s Michael Friedman comes onto the Revolution Watch Podcast for an insightful episode on the history of telling time.
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Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Chronograph Review
The Omega Speedmaster is one of Omega’s most iconic watches to date. It has a rich history with roots tied to space travel. Not many people may be aware but the speedmaster models that we have come to admire in this day and age weren’t originally thought of as a watch for space travel. When it was first released in 1957, it was portrayed as a sports and racing chronograph watch as Omega were the official timekeeper of the Olympic games. Things changed however, when NASA decided that it wanted to use the Omega Speedmaster for its manned missions into space, while also being included in the Apollo program. So how exactly did Omega’s Speedmaster go from being a watch used to time sporting events, to being the watch Astronauts used for space travel? It all starts with a story about a man named Walter Schirra. Being an aviator and military pilot himself, he was about to embark on the Mercury-Atlas 8 Mission. As a way to possibly mark the momentous occasion, he went watch hunting (as any of us would without a doubt). Omega had established a position for itself and with the release of the eye-catching Speedmaster Chronograph, it would be safe to say that it more than caught Schirra’s attention. This would be the turning point in Speedmaster’s history as from this point forward, it would go onto do numerous space travel missions. The “Professional” name was added to the Speedmaster during the 1964-1965 period. The Speedmaster would further cement its legacy as NA...
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Rolex Submariner Date 116610LV Review
Everyday divers’ watch from Rolex The Submariner is a quintessential divers watch produced by Rolex. The Submariner model represents a historic turning point in diving watches. When the Submariner was released in 1953, it was the first divers watch that had a waterproofness to 100 metres. This combined with the breakthrough Rolex had with its revolutionary Oyster bracelet design in 1926 represented the two significant turning points in the diving watch history. Rolex had created the Submariner with a specific goal in mind, to be used for underwater exploration and diving. Not only had Rolex met this goal, they also paved the way for how diving watches should be made. When the Submariner was released, it was given to many deep-sea professionals to be worn and tested during their diving exploration missions. Dimitri Rebikoff (a well-known French Engineer recognised for his work involved in underwater photography) loved the watch so much that he stated “it not only held its own when tested in extreme diving conditions but also proved itself to be a vital equipment to a diver’s arsenal”. Over the years, the Submariner has become a modern icon in Rolex’s professional collection. The Submariner is so popular that it can be found on the wrists of people from many different professions. This particular model is also known as the ‘Hulk’ due to its beautiful green sunburst dial and bezel. The dial is not just a standard green finish either. The sunburst dial...
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Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116500 Review
Rolex Cosmograph Daytona 116500 Review A timepiece born on the racetrack tying the history of Rolex and motorsport together, needs very little introduction. The rich history and sheer presence of the Rolex Cosmograph Daytona are partly why it’s one of the most sought-after watches in today’s Rolex line-up. It was only just recently that Paul Newman’s Rolex Cosmograph Daytona auctioned for a staggering $ 17.8 million (USD). This was easily the most expensive timepiece sold to date. The current Cosmograph Daytona doesn’t exactly have the same worth as Paul Newman’s, however it does illustrate just how much the Daytona models in general are valued. The Cosmograph Daytona was first introduced in 1963 for the purposes of meeting demands of drivers in the world of performance motor sports. Even the name “Daytona” derived from the world of motor sports itself. In the early 1900s, a racing track to set land speed records was found in Daytona, Florida. From 1903 to 1935 around 80 Speed records were set in Daytona, with 14 records being the fastest land speed set in the world. As more and more speed attempts and records were being set at Daytona, it caught a lot of global attention and eventually became known as the “world capital of speed”. Rolex’s ties to the Daytona international speedway track came about when Sir Malcolm Campbell who was known as the king of speed, was seen sporting a Rolex Oyster model during one of his speed attempts. This led ...
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HODINKEE Radio: Episode 45: Cara Barrett
From studying art history in Texas to debunking vintage watch myths on the internet, Cara's got tons of stories to tell.
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Top 20 Iconic Seiko Watches Of All Time & Their Nicknames (Under $1k)
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RECOMMENDED READING: Timex’s new watches are Made in America … sort of
Even though they might not be as premium a name as their Swiss counterparts, Timex is a legendary company with a long history and one of the greatest ad lines of all time. Who hasn’t heard, “It takes a licking and keeps on ticking”? In recent years, Timex has been proactive in exploring that legacy, … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Timex’s new watches are Made in America … sort of appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Zodiac Aerospace GMT Reissue
A quick look at the new Zodiac Aerospace GMT reissue for Baselworld 2019. Follow along for specs, insights, model history, and more.
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Watches & Wonders 2019 Report: Gathering Momentum
Another great Watches & Wonders is in the history books.
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Ep. #108 Fun With Watches & Silly Holiday Topics
This year, Kaz and Mike wanted to do something a little different for the holidays. So they turned to the listeners to suggest some fun holiday-related watch topics. You guys are a hoot and these are some of the most entertaining topics to tackle in TBWS history.
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IN-DEPTH: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Quantième Annuel Phase de Lune
The story in a second: A classy calendar for the life aquatic. Expanding on a dive watch collection - especially one with such a rich history as the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms -is a challenge at the best of times. Do you stick to classic tool watch roots? Do you step outside the box with a … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Quantième Annuel Phase de Lune appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Should You Buy 1 Rolex Submariner Or An Affordable Watch Collection?
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VIDEO: Which Panerai Submersible is right for you?
At its heart, Panerai is about diving. The brand was born under the waves and continues to call the underwater world home. Which is why we found ourselves, several weeks ago, watching - slightly nervously - as a brace of Panerai Submersibles dipped into a giant tank full of rays, sharks and other (less threatening) fish … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Which Panerai Submersible is right for you? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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NEWS: Piaget open their first ever Australian Boutique
Last week, Piaget opened their first ever Australian Boutique, and we were lucky enough to attend the opening. Piaget has joined several of their Richemont cohort, including Cartier, Montblanc and Panerai, at Melbourne’s iconic Chadstone Shopping Centre. The upscale apartment vibe provides a more relaxed approach to retail, with nice design touches, like informal seating options. … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Piaget open their first ever Australian Boutique appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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NEWS: Imagine finding this in your pocket – Longines discover their oldest watch to date
There are few brands that take as much pride in their heritage as Longines. Not surprising, really, when you consider that the winged hourglass brand pioneered the way for the reissue. In fact, the Saint-Imier manufacturer is so proud of their history that their own museum is home to more than 10,000 historic pieces, while … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Imagine finding this in your pocket – Longines discover their oldest watch to date appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600M Diver’s
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]While Grand Seiko has a history of producing dive watches, they were always equipped with a Spring Drive movement well sought-after by recreational divers. But for the first time this...
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WATCHSPOTTING: Ever wondered what watch cinema’s greatest spy wears …
Forget Bond, Bourne and Ethan Hunt, the greatest spy in the history of the silver screen is English, Johnny English. A secret agent of incomparable style, questionable grace and entirely accidental lethality, played to perfection by the thinking man’s action star Rowan Atkinson. In October, English will return to the screen for the third time, … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Ever wondered what watch cinema’s greatest spy wears … appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Panerai Luminor Due PAM 676: How An Italian Watch Became A Swiss Icon
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Schofield Telemark
The new Telemark happens to use one of the most popular, near-ubiquitous movements in history: the ETA 2824-2.
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Wolf Howls into Shop.Revolution.Watch
WOLF has a history of 184 years and is in the very capable hands of Simon Wolf, the fifth generation of Wolfs, from the headquarters in Los Angeles.
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Review: One Smart Watch – Longines Conquest V.H.P.
The Longines Conquest V.H.P is a quartz watch with an exceptiona movement. It is a revival of an underappreciated chapter in the maison's 146 years history. In this article, we bring you an in-depth coverage of the new V.H.P.
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ROCKSPOTTING: Dwayne Johnson goes full milspec in his latest blockbuster, Skyscraper
From the People’s Champion to the people’s choice. Over the past year, semi-retired professional wrestler and Hollywood megastar Dwayne “The Rock” Johnson has earned himself $US125 million, the highest-ever total for acting in the 20-year history of the Forbes’ Highest-Paid Celebrity List – which ranks him at number five, and up 17 spots from last … ContinuedThe post ROCKSPOTTING: Dwayne Johnson goes full milspec in his latest blockbuster, Skyscraper appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Vostok Amphibia: Everything You Need To Know
Cut through the noise and get the facts, stats, and insights you need in order to understand the Vostok Amphibia - one of the most iconic and less understood pieces in dive watch history.
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My 2019 EDC - A New Favorite Knife, My Most Worn Rolex & Casio Watches
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Ep. 85 Discovering GMT Watches
We've talked about affordable GMT watches before but this week, we explore the history of the complication and discuss its utility. From the earliest GMT watches to today's modern quartz icons, this episode will give you a fun run-down of these timepieces and how they relate to aviation history in general.
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New Release: Patek Philippe World Time Minute Repeater Ref. 5531R
Patek Philippe minute repeaters are as musical as their world timers are iconic. With the Ref. 5531R, the two complications have been merged for the first time in the manufacture's long, illustrious history.
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Pre-Basel 2018: Hamilton Doubles Down on Its American Heritage
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]One of the unique things about the Hamilton watch brand is its undeniably American history and its heritage, even under the management of the Swiss Swatch Group. This year and...
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Jaeger-LeCoultre - Time Travels
A day spent at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s historical manufacture in Le Sentier opens our eyes to the rich history of the maison and its insatiable appetite for conquering new grounds.
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Their Finest Heuer
With the title of Heritage Director at TAG Heuer, Catherine Eberle-Devaux is in the enviable position of overseeing the legacy of one of the greatest brands in the history of the sporting wristwatch. She talks to Revolution about some of the hidden gems within the archives.
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