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2018 Revolution Round-up: Richard Mille

Taking a look at everything Richard Mille introduced over the course of 2018, it’s hard to describe him as anything but a superwatch maker.

Important Watches from the Phillips Styled Auction in New York

Revolution sits down with Paul Boutros of Phillips Watches to discuss eight important watches in the Styled Auction catalog ahead of their 2018 New York sale.

An Owner’s Dilemma: The Omega Speedy Tuesday 2 Ultraman

The Omega Speedy Tuesday 2 "ULTRAMAN" first began delivery in August this year and is said to have fulfilled its final batch this month. Perhaps one of the most talked about watches this season, we thought that it was timely to post a quick recap of what this watch entails, the controversy it has met and what it means to collect one of them.

IN-DEPTH: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton Titanium Blue

The story in a second: So thin you can see through it. If you were to summarise Bulgari’s approach to design and modern-day watchmaking, the Octo would be the result. In less than a decade, the Italian manufacturer has turned a single striking case design into an entire collection, evolving with each new model, and … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo Skeleton Titanium Blue appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Past Time: Robert Redford

With his latest film Our Souls at Night released last year, the original Sundance Kid proves that time and age are immaterial when it comes to showcasing talent.

VIDEO: The Longines Heritage Military

Watches inspired by military designs are a perennial favourite. Largely, that’s down to the fact that these watches generally possess an overarching purpose. These watches have been designed, first and foremost, as functional objects. The Longines Heritage Military, for example, is a no-frills whistle that tells the time, and tells it quickly, clearly and simply. … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Longines Heritage Military appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: A breathtaking diver - the Panerai Submersible Chronograph Guillaume Néry Edition PAM00982

With the end of year celebrations well and truly underway, SIHH 2019 will soon be rolling around the corner. And I, for one, cannot wait. Especially as the fair’s pre-releases are already whetting appetites with enticing novelties like this brand-new version of Panerai’s Submersible Chronograph – otherwise known as the PAM00982 for all you reference … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A breathtaking diver – the Panerai Submersible Chronograph Guillaume Néry Edition PAM00982 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Pre-SIHH 2019: Ulysse Nardin Launches New Diver Timepieces in 42mm

Ulysse Nardin’s launches next wave of Diver 42mm timepieces with a vintage kick.

Rounding Up Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction: SEVEN

INTRODUCING: The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph

At SIHH 2019 in January, Montblanc will launch two new versions of the Nicolas Rieussec chronograph that it introduced last January: one in tone-on-tone of dark grey, the other in a bold mix of anthracite and richly copper-toned red gold. Having spent some time with the new pieces, I’ve fallen rather hard for the latter. … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Montblanc Star Legacy Nicolas Rieussec Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Zenith CEO Julien Tornare Pays Tribute to Watch Industry ‘Legend’ Jean-Claude Biver

At the London launch of the Defy Classic Range Rover Edition, Tornare talked to Revolution about the future of Zenith Watches and the responsibility put on his shoulders by one of the giants of the industry.

HANDS-ON: 150 years of greatness, the Girard-Perregaux Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges 40mm 

The Triple Bridges holds a special place in the history of Girard-Perregaux, as does the tourbillon. In 1867, a watch with three bridges and one tourbillon won a prize for chronometry at Neuchâtel Observatory, and the distinctive design became a de facto logo for the brand. The striking design of the triple arrow-headed bridges is … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: 150 years of greatness, the Girard-Perregaux Tourbillon with Three Gold Bridges 40mm  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Flashback: Watchscapes of the Parmigiani PF110: as seen in the Ionica

The in-house caliber PF110 in the Parmigiani Ionica was developed by Michel Parmigiani, and features a 8 day handwound movement in a tonneau form shape.

Time travelling with the Glashütte Original Senator Cosmopolite

The Glashütte Original Senator Cosmopolite proves the perfect companion for every journey. The timepiece represents sophisticated mechanics, and is easily possesses the most timezones in the market today. Even better, the Senator Cosmopolite is capable of calibrating to both Standard and Daylight Saving Time. Fit with a 72 hour power reserve movement, the stainless steel Cosmopolite is both an elegant and highly engineered timekeeper ideal for any world traveller.

Mido Ocean Star Review: Titanium Underdog Diver Extraordinaire

I’ve had my Mido Ocean Star for over a year and a half and I’ve worn it regularly and frequently since then, which is saying something considering that I’ve got 15-20 watches I cycle through. It’s in earnest and with full confidence then that I recommend this watch.

Three Bridges: Girard-Perregaux’s Past, Present and Future

In Conversation with David Beckham

David Beckham tells Revolution about his passion for watches, his family and his partnership with Tudor.

EDITOR’S PICK: 4 everyday casual watches for under $10k

Editor’s note: While people who collect/amass/hoard watches might find it hard to believe, most people have only one or two good watches, and those watches need to do a whole lot of things beyond tell the time. One of the most crucial things is they need to fit into your life, be able to handle … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: 4 everyday casual watches for under $10k appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INSIGHT: Omega’s watchmaking in the modern age

In the constant cycle of new releases, it’s easy to lose sight of the fact that watches are machines built to last for generations - with a little regular care and love. And while you and I might be there obsessing over the year’s hottest release, or wondering what’s coming next, Omega takes a longer … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Omega’s watchmaking in the modern age appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Rolex and Assouline

Retailing for $845, Rolex: The Impossible Collection presents amazing watches and incredible photographs, and is a must for any definitive watch library.

Bell & Ross x The Rake and Revolution Celebrate the Launch of Dusty and El Mirage in Singapore

Revolution got together with Bell & Ross and our sister magazine, The Rake to celebrate the launch of our limited edition timepieces, the Dusty and El Mirage Bellytanker Chronographs at the Straits Clan, Singapore on 15th November 2018.

Review: The Art of Tourbillon - The Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5377

We bring you the details and our thoughts on one of the world's thinnest tourbillon watches by Breguet: the Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5377

Richemont and Alibaba Join Hands for China E-Retail

The second largest luxury conglomerate in the world partners with Alibaba which commands 60 percent of China’s e-commerce market.

Throwback Sundays: Six Watch Recommendations for Leaders, from Our Archives

In this week's Throwback Sundays, we take a look at our archives and came up with six watch recommendations for a leader. Click here to find out more!

A day out with Glashütte Original’s Senator Excellence

We spent a day out with the Glashütte Original's Senator Excellence Panorama Date and the Panorama Date Moon Phase; two watches ideal for both 'work and play'. From the office to the bars, here are a series of live shots of both watches both indoors and outdoors. 

Swatch Celebrates Mickey Mouse’s Birthday With Help From Damien Hirst

Journe & the Piece Unique Split Seconds Chrono Made for Prince Albert II’s Charity Gala in Singapore

François-Paul Journe, the man who “Invented It and Made It” sits down with REVOLUTION to talk about F.P. Journe’s LineSport collection, as well as the piece unique Chronograph Monopoussoir Rattrapante that he created for The Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation charity auction that was held at The Marina Bay Sands, Singapore on the 9th November 2018.

HANDS-ON: Heavy metal - the Casio G-Shock Full Metal GMW-B5000D-1

Anyone else ever play this game? Sitting at my desk during school, my friends and I would quickly double tap the start/stop button on our digi-stopwatches, trying our best to beat one another and see who could do it the fastest. I actually remember getting a digital watch just so I could play (and totally … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Heavy metal – the Casio G-Shock Full Metal GMW-B5000D-1 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Seiko Unveils Prospex Street Series

Seiko unveils its Prospex Street Series Diver’s watches, available exclusively on www.seikousa.com

INTRODUCING: The Oak & Oscar Humboldt

Here at Time+Tide we have a soft spot for smaller brands that are built on passion. Oak & Oscar definitely fits that bill. Chase Fancher (the man behind the brand) has made a series of retro-ish classics with loads of thoughtful details - the sort of details appreciated by true believers. These details are still … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Oak & Oscar Humboldt appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.