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Make mine bronze: Six recommendations for watches in bronze cases

Bronze is becoming a popular case material for some watch brands, particular for dive watches. Here are six which represent our current thoughts on bronze.

HODINKEE Radio: The Many Ways Of The Seamaster

The latest 300, its many siblings, and some Talking Watches BTS.

What’s it like to wear a Casio Edifice for a week

Casio Edifice is a brand we’ve been taken a closer look at over the past couple of months, out of intrigue for their price-to-performance ratio. The Edifice collection as a whole has something for everyone – from simple three-handers to solar pieces with busy dials, the latter of which I spent (nearly) a week with. … ContinuedThe post What’s it like to wear a Casio Edifice for a week appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Why it took so long for the Vacheron Constantin 222 to make its comeback

For whatever reason, vintage reissues have become the undisputed rulers of watch releases. It almost doesn’t matter who the brand is or what they’re re-releasing, but if there’s history then there’s hype. But, when the brand is as lofty as Vacheron Constantin and the watch is as iconic as the reference 222, watch lovers are … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Why it took so long for the Vacheron Constantin 222 to make its comeback appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Green dials and what the hell to pair them with

Green. The unequivocal colour of the year for both 2020 and 2021. More often than not, I find myself smooshing those two COVID-ridden years together, and the emerald blur of numerous releases certainly helped that happen. Early adopters like the Longines Legend Diver and the Seiko Willard SPB153J started the trend, while the swansong of … ContinuedThe post Green dials and what the hell to pair them with appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Urwerk UR-220 Rides Into A Golden Sunset With Its Final Edition

The latest and last in the Urwerk UR-220 series delights with its red gold case. This precious metal gives the watch a sense of old-school luxury and 'Miami Vice' fashion, says resident gentleman Martin Green.

Watching Movies: See Paul Newman's Rolex Daytona In A Whole New Light In 'The Last Movie Stars'

Our watch-related movie of the week, about the lives of Paul Newman and Joanne Woodward, proves that context is everything.

Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco will make you rethink how you wear a dress watch

Recently I found myself stuck on a long-distance flight in cattle class lodged between two badly behaved, small children. Worse still, they happened to be my own. Finally the four-year-old fell asleep sprawled across my lap – presumably worn out by all the energy he’d expended kicking the seat of the unfortunate passenger in front … ContinuedThe post Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco will make you rethink how you wear a dress watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Pre-Owned Picks: When It Comes To Watches, Thin Is In

Five slender watches that get our attention.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: An exhibition of Breguet masterpieces

Hello one and all, it’s Borna once again, delivering event news from Melbourne! With the coldest months upon us, a crowd gathered at the warm Monards boutique on Melbourne’s Collins Street to check out their display of rare Breguet pieces, among many other wonderful watches. The attendees also had a chance to win some wonderful … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: An exhibition of Breguet masterpieces appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hands-On: This TAG Heuer Monaco 'Dark Lord' Knows The Power Of The Dark Side

In which I sit down with TAG Heuer's newest ambassador Jacob Elordi and debate the origins of a watch nickname.

The new Mido Ocean Star Tribute Gradient is a Time+Tide exclusive

Due to a market saturated with great pieces that evoke the times of yesteryear, you’ve no short of options when it comes to a vintage-styled dive watch, regardless of budget. The Mido Ocean Star Tribute slots in towards the value-oriented end of the spectrum, all the while offering a design that’s directly derived from past … ContinuedThe post The new Mido Ocean Star Tribute Gradient is a Time+Tide exclusive appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hey, HODINKEE!: A Brief(ish) History Of Shock Protection And Hot Takes On The NATO Strap

Let your freak flag fly and show off those spring bars.

Introducing the Glashütte Original Seventies Chronograph Panorama Date in vibing orange and disco blue

Hands-On: Oris Breaks Out The Bivalves In New Aquis NY Harbor Limited Edition

The Swiss watchmaker has partnered with New York's "Billion Oyster Project" to release a new dive watch and raise awareness for a unique cause in the Hudson River.

The Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador Hemingway

Ernest Hemingway was a man celebrated in equal measure for his life as much as his writing. While pioneering the “Iceberg Theory” of simple, direct language that was transferred from his time as a journalist, Hemingway also amassed a lifetime of adventures from navigating both World Wars, living in Paris in the 1920s, and reporting … ContinuedThe post The Cuervo Y Sobrinos Historiador Hemingway appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Louis Vuitton’s travel clock comes with its own tailor-made trunk

People often conflate wristwatches and horology as being the same thing. But the latter, in fact, encompasses hundreds more years of history and tradition . The art of luxury clocks, whether for travel or for display on a mantlepiece or desk, is often reserved for lofty Swiss brands who have made significant advancements in clock … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Louis Vuitton’s travel clock comes with its own tailor-made trunk appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hands-On: Longines Isn’t Horsing Around With Its New DolceVita

A new collaboration takes a long-standing relationship to the next level.

Taika Waititi is a certified watch geek, which makes him even cooler

I think most will agree that Taika Waititi is just a cool dude. Effortlessly delivering deadpan one-liners, he’s probably best know for his contribution to the latest Thor films, directing them and starring as Korg. Should you fail to look past the Marvel curtain, you’ll miss masterpieces like What We Do in the Shadows and … ContinuedThe post Taika Waititi is a certified watch geek, which makes him even cooler appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Vintage Watches: A 1958 Longines Chronometer Pocket Watch Tested At The Neuchâtel Observatory And A 1960 Rolex Datejust With 'Bamboo' Bezel

A true chronometer from Longines and an early variant of an iconic Rolex lead the way.

Reader Submission: Gifting the new “Destro” Rolex GMT-Master II to a destro Dad

This mid-week, we have a touching story from one of our readers who gifted a Rolex GMT-Master II to his father. A destro watch for a left handed man.

Daytona drift: Where will the price slide end?

A few weeks back, Ricardo explored how the crash of crypto has derailed the upward trajectory of many “asset-class” references such as the Royal Oak and Nautilus. Recently, Business Insider has echoed Bloomberg‘s sentiments – zeroing in on the most beloved modern Rolex of all: the Daytona. With the Daytona being the most sought-after modern Rolex, … ContinuedThe post Daytona drift: Where will the price slide end? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

OPINION: Violence at Bamford G-Shock launch in Carnaby Street boutique must be turning point for limited edition releases

When George Bamford launched his first G-Shock Limited Edition in September 2020, it was a “super, super nice” experience, according to the man himself. People queued in an orderly fashion. Collectors asked him for an autograph. The event at the Carnaby Street G-Shock boutique had a festive atmosphere. The watch sold out “in three minutes”, … ContinuedThe post OPINION: Violence at Bamford G-Shock launch in Carnaby Street boutique must be turning point for limited edition releases appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Where does the second Bamford G-SHOCK rate on the Richter scale if the first was a 10?

OK, let’s cut to the chase here. The Bamford x G-SHOCK DW6900BWD is going to sell out fast. Online sales begin on July 20, but if you want to get your mitts on one then don’t hang about. Remember, if you will, the first time these two brands collaborated together on the Bamford G-SHOCK 5610 in … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Where does the second Bamford G-SHOCK rate on the Richter scale if the first was a 10? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watch Spotting: Whoa - Russell Westbrook Wears A Rolex GMT-Master II (The 'Lefty' GMT) To NBA Summer League

Plus, some of our favorite watches that we spotted during the Las Vegas tournament.

HODINKEE Radio: Surveying The Field With The New Tudor Ranger

Fresh from London for the launch of the new Ranger, Mark Kauzlarich joins Jack and James to chat about the latest from Tudor.

Introducing: The MB&F; Legacy Machine Perpetual, In Yellow Gold

A modern horological classic in a warm new case.

Watching Movies: We Talk To Ryan Gosling, Who Plays A TAG Heuer Carrera-Wearing Assassin In ‘The Gray Man’

He changes outfits, but never the TAG in our watch-related movie of the week.

Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #15 “Reference Numbers”

A true tell someone is a complete and utter watch nerd is when they rattle off a bunch of reference numbers, the numbers that identify a particular watch in a catalogue. Think you know your reference numbers? Try your hand at the puzzle belowThe post Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #15 “Reference Numbers” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Weekend Edition: Let There Be Light: Appreciating The Execution Of Lume

Some models outshine others.