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11 Best Watches That Nail The Vintage Aesthetic: Hands-On Reviewed Picks
Discover the vintage-inspired watches that truly get it right, from retro digital icons to classic divers and chronographs, all tested hands-on.
Results for Watches and Wonders 2026
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Teddy Baldassarre
The Best EDC Watches - All Budgets Included
One aspect we have learned about watch collectors is that there is significant overlap with other areas of adjacent enthusiast interest that happens. One of the best examples of this is among those who have a passion for watches and EDC, or Everyday Carry. The intersection between these two enthusiast worlds, as well a
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The how and why of Universal Genève’s revival, or the ramblings of a UG romantic
When a brand that carries as much prestige in the collecting community as Universal Geneve comes back, there will be some questions.The post The how and why of Universal Genève’s revival, or the ramblings of a UG romantic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Fratello
Qian GuoBiao’s New Skylight Models Might Just Be My Favorite Watches From Him Yet
There’s something very satisfying about seeing a watchmaker push a familiar idea a little further without losing the thing that made it appealing in the first place. That was my first reaction to the new Qian GuoBiao Skylight Original and Skylight Sun. On paper, the concept is simple enough. This is Qian GuoBiao’s first partially […] Visit Qian GuoBiao’s New Skylight Models Might Just Be My Favorite Watches From Him Yet to read the full article.
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Announcing – The Naissance d’une Montre 4 “Le Carrousel” Project and the Birth of Bonniksen
Few initiatives in modern watchmaking genuinely place craft above product. The Time Æon Foundation is one that looks to safeguard and transmit traditional handmade techniques at the highest level. Its Naissance d’une Montre series has become the best expression of its mission, not just watches, but workshops of knowledge, where historical methods are relearned, applied, and […]
Fratello
Ressence Enters A Completely Different Ballgame With The New Type 11 And Its First Fully Integrated Movement
Most of you know the deal with Ressence watches by now. The highly original creations by Belgian designer Benoît Mintiens tell the time through an intuitive layout. The watches don’t use conventional hands; instead, they feature several eccentric satellites. Until now, the brand’s so-called Ressence Orbital Convex System (ROCS) was always powered by a highly […] Visit Ressence Enters A Completely Different Ballgame With The New Type 11 And Its First Fully Integrated Movement to read the full article.
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How a local vintage watch community reshaped the way I see watches
Attending a physcial get together can change everything when it comes to approaching this hobby, and Jason found that out first-hand. The post How a local vintage watch community reshaped the way I see watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Best Microbrand Watches With the “It” Factor Based on Hands-on Reviews
Discover the best microbrand watches with the "it" factor that deliver real wearability and character. Explore honest picks that earn wrist time beyond specs.
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New releases from Alto, Breguet, Chaykin and more
These past seven days have had several irons in the fire. It’s a longer LWIW list than usual, but I’d really suggest you read to the end, as there’s no filler. From independent brand Alto unveiling a wearable piece of art to Chaykin giving a mystery-clock treatment to the already impressive thinnest watch in the … ContinuedThe post New releases from Alto, Breguet, Chaykin and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Earthen Company explores stone dials for the first time with the Moonglow and Nightfall
Earthen company takes its revered full ceramic field watch and adds an aventurine dial for a sparkly, luxurious twistThe post Earthen Company explores stone dials for the first time with the Moonglow and Nightfall appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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10 Best Dive Watches for Large Wrists: Top Picks From Years of Reviews
Discover the best dive watches for large wrists with real-world insights. Explore case dimensions, comfort, durability, and more to find one that works for you.
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Patek Philippe acquires Beyer Chronometrie, Philipps introduces watch insurance, and the Horological Society of New York commits over $1.6M to watchmaking
This week, Patek Philippe acquires Beyer, Philipps introduces insurance, and the Horological Society of New York Gala raises over $1.6MThe post Patek Philippe acquires Beyer Chronometrie, Philipps introduces watch insurance, and the Horological Society of New York commits over $1.6M to watchmaking appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Fratello
Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Day-Date Alternatives In 2026
Another Friday, another list. This week, we close out our series of lists focused on Rolex alternatives, but we have saved the best for last. The Rolex Day-Date has long been the brand’s flagship model. It’s one of those icons that carved out its unique space in the watch landscape and seems practically impossible to […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Day-Date Alternatives In 2026 to read the full article.
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The Business of Watches Podcast: Rolex, The Making Of A Status Symbol With Author Pierre-Yves Donzé
In the first episode of our brand new podcast, Author Pierre-Yves Donzé unpacks the business history of Rolex and why the brand's success isn't just about its watches.
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The Business of Watches Podcast: Frederique Constant CEO Niels Eggerding On Why He's Fighting To Keep FC's Perpetual Calendar Under $10,000
The Dutch-born CEO of Swiss brand Frederique Constant talks value, pricing, volumes, success with women's watches, and the challenging U.S. market.
Hodinkee
The Business of Watches Podcast: Marathon's CEO Says He Has To Be Ready For War
Mitchell Wein discusses the family business that sells 80% of its watches to governments and militaries.
Monochrome
First Look – The 2026 Minerva Collection, now a Stand-Alone Brand, Unveiling the new Crownless
Since its acquisition by the Richemont Group in 2006, historic and highly revered brand Minerva has lived under the control of Montblanc, its watches bearing double-signed dials. 20 years later, under the direction of Laurent Lecamp, Global Managing Director for both Montblanc and Minerva, the venerable hidden gem of haute horology emancipates again and now becomes […]
Fratello
Fratello Talks: Watches We Personally Love But Would Not Recommend
We all have watches we absolutely love but would hesitate to recommend to someone else. That might sound contradictory at first, but spend enough time in this hobby, and it starts to make sense. Not every great watch is universally great. Some require a certain mindset, a specific wrist, or simply a willingness to embrace […] Visit Fratello Talks: Watches We Personally Love But Would Not Recommend to read the full article.
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First Look – The New Chronoswiss Pulse GMT Enamel Sky Gold and Pulse GMT Silver Guilloche
Introduced last year, the Pulse line is a departure from the classical regulator watches for which Chronoswiss became known in the 1980s. The collection keeps the key design elements such as the oversized onion crown, the coin-edge bezel, and the layered dial construction, but offers a contemporary case and an integrated bracelet. Just ahead of Watches […]
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Downsized, refined, and quietly confident, Tissot’s new 38mm is the perfect Gentleman
Downsized and refined, the new Tissot Gentleman 38mm is giving off quietly confident vibes as a functional everyday wearer.The post Downsized, refined, and quietly confident, Tissot’s new 38mm is the perfect Gentleman appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Teddy Baldassarre
The Best Turquoise Dial Watches
Our curated list of the best turquoise dial watches ranging from brands like Seiko and Timex to Omega and Zenith.
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First Look – Holthinrichs Presents the Signature LAB Series 1 Small Seconds and GMT
10 years ago, a young architect named Michiel Holthinrichs had the idea to create watches… But not like every other young indie watchmaker. What made it unique? The Ornament 1 was the world’s first 3D-printed stainless steel watch. And it certainly had a design of its own, inspired by Michiel’s previous career. The specially-commissioned watch […]
Fratello
How Do You Like Your Rotor - Central, Micro, Or Peripheral? And What About A Hammer?
Is there such a thing as a best rotor? A pragmatic watchmaker might say a heavy central one that winds the mainspring the most efficiently is the best. A collector of traditional watches with similar movements might say that nothing beats a solid micro-rotor. And I know people with a deep fondness for technical watchmaking […] Visit How Do You Like Your Rotor - Central, Micro, Or Peripheral? And What About A Hammer? to read the full article.
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Our Favorite New Dress Watches So Far This Year
From affordable standouts to more premium picks, these are the best new dress watches of 2026 so far.
Fratello
Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Explorer Alternatives In 2026
Another Friday, another list. This week, we picked a Rolex that many of us praise as one of the brand’s best - the Explorer. Introduced in 1953 with its signature 3-6-9 dial, this watch has become a favorite within the enthusiast community. Some of the Fratello team members own one, and I am sure plenty […] Visit Fratello’s Top 5 Rolex Explorer Alternatives In 2026 to read the full article.
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Longines updates the Hydroconquest with a smaller size and Milanese bracelet
A new smaller size and a slinky new bracelet mean this updated diver from Longines stands out from its 19 year history. The post Longines updates the Hydroconquest with a smaller size and Milanese bracelet appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Teddy Baldassarre
Squale Watches Review: A Dive Watch Pioneer
[toc-section heading="Squale Overview"] Squale is a historic manufacture with a particular specialty in the realm of dive watches. The company’s heritage is deeper than you may realize, as it extends beyond its own footprint, touching an extensive list of partners that helped to shape the dive-watch genre as we know it today. The story of Squale is one of intrigue, and while it became a well known case supplier through the ‘60s and ‘70s, the Swiss brand also boasted a collection of its own designs that hold as well today as they did then. Understanding Squale means taking a step back into the era that birthed it, an era defined by the burgeoning sport of recreational diving as well as the advent of military diving operations. If you’re a fan of dive watches and the history of their use, Squale is a brand that should be on your radar thanks to its plentiful contributions. Beyond that, collectors will find a vast array of designs in the brand’s modern catalog that both break new ground and preserve the best portions of its history. In this overview, we’ll connect all the dots from then to now. [toc-section heading="History and Heritage"] Squale was founded by Charles von Büren in 1959 in the beautiful lakeside town of Neuchâtel, Switzerland. While that’s the official date, von Büren had been assembling watches under his own name for the prior decade, meaning he brought some pedigree to the name from the get-go. The modern dive watch genre was in its ...
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First Look – The Strehler Säntis, A Fine and Intuitive Worldtimer from an Independent Mind
Andreas Strehler is one of the most accomplished independent watchmakers. He is known for sophisticated creations such as the Sauterelle à Lune Exacte and the Trans-Axial Tourbillon, and his work has long been associated with complex mechanics and meticulous execution. With the launch of the Strehler brand three years ago, he aimed to make watches […]
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Our Top 5 Affordable Watch Releases of 2026 So Far
Our top 5 affordable watch releases of 2026 so far, all under $500, featuring standout picks from microbrands, G-Shock, and more.
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Bigger, bolder, and more refined than ever, Doxa unveils the SUB 200 II
Doxa presents the SUB 200 II, a modern refresh of one of the brand's most successful dive watches, with a new, slimmer profile.The post Bigger, bolder, and more refined than ever, Doxa unveils the SUB 200 II appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.