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How much is too much when you're shopping around for a quartz watch? Anyone got any favorite quartz pieces that go beyond the call of duty in implementing something more substantial than your run-of-the-mill $5 quartz movements?
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Editor’s Note: Sometimes it’s the first line of a story that grabs you, but in this case, it was the last. The very last sentence in fact. Adam Craniotes, co-founder of RedBar Group and longtime friend of Time+Tide (go on a virtual tour of NYC with the big man here, just don’t drive home afterwards, … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Patek Philippe Takes New York (and blows RedBar Group co-founder Adam Craniotes away in the process) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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You’re never quite sure how a film shoot is going to turn out. On paper, things can be obvious. Both of the couples that are featured here had professed to us an enduring love for Panerai. But it was only when we started exploring that attachment, and asking more detailed questions about it, that things … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Two couples explain why they wear Panerai, you can too at #MyPanerai appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Woo! Our 2K follower giveaway is live! Just scroll to the bottom of our site and sign up for the bi-monthly newsletter then BAM - you're entered to win a Seiko SKX007 (entries open from 7/10/2017 to 7/24/2017).
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Laurent Ferrier and Urwerk post a glimpse of the timepiece they’re producing as a joint effort for Only Watch 2017 on Instagram: The Arpal1
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The big watch news of the week has been the announcement of the unique watches being auctioned off to raise funds for Duchenne muscular dystrophy in the seventh bi-annual instalment of Only Watch. And while everyone’s (rightly) excited about the Patek, F.P. Journe and Tudor unique pieces, we’re pretty sure that they’ll quickly move into … ContinuedThe post LIST: Forget the Patek, here are 5 lots from Only Watch 2017 you might actually have a chance on appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Until 24 July, London’s world-famous department store – Harrods – will devote both its Brompton Road windows and Fine Watch Room to a timepiece takeover entitled Re-Editions.
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Happy Fourth of July to our US listeners! This week we're talking the past, present, and potential future of American Watchmaking. Plus Kaz is still pushing on with Rivkah watches despite a setback in the prototype for this week's wristcheck - keep the good vibes going!
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Last week we told you how Longines had teamed up with ambassador of elegance, Kate Winslet, to raise money for The Golden Hat Foundation by auctioning off a very limited series of gold Flagship Heritage watches. On their own, they’re lovely and classic gold watches. But they’re only half the story. The other half of … ContinuedThe post UPDATE: 2 days to go on Longines’ Flagship Heritage by Kate Winslet auction and why you should bid appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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German based Archimede is one of those small brands that quietly go about their business, sticking to their niche and making some excellent watches with minimal fuss. And while their catalogue offers a full suite of products, from dress to diver, it’s pilots that they’re best known for. And while Archimede’s design has evolved a … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Archimede Pilot 42 GMT – proven quality at a price that’s hard to beat appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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It’s that time of the year when we start making Jon Snow/winter puns, but they’re getting a bit long in the tooth, so I’ll try and find a new, more topical climate-based pun. Actually no, all I can think of is climate change gags, and that’s all a bit too real. So I’ll just stick … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 23rd June, 2017 – Anyone for a climate pun? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Every year before the Las Vegas watch shows kick off, Revolution USA hosts the “Motorcycles and Musclecars” ride/drive, and this year we went out into the desert.
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When they’re done right, limited edition watches are great. They offer some exclusivity, membership to a special club, and that feeling of being part of something bigger than yourself. When they’re done badly, limited editions are merely a poorly thought-out logo whacked on a dial. Thankfully this UNICEF limited edition is very much in the former … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Montblanc’s Orbis Terrarum UNICEF limited edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Money can’t buy experiences are so-called for a reason. They’re more about connections than cash. But Longines is offering three people an impossibly rare watch along with the chance to be treated (and to travel) like royalty when they receive it at an event somewhere in the world from none other than Kate Winslet, whose … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Longines is auctioning 3 Flagship Heritage watches online – bid, win and Kate Winslet will personally give it to you appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Australia’s property market is brutal right now, with some eye-watering prices and fierce competition. Even if you’re in a position to buy, getting some actual skin in the game is hard, thanks to the shark pool known as the Saturday morning auction schedule. So, if you’ve lucked out one time too many, you might be … ContinuedThe post LIST: You could buy one of these 5 watches… or put a deposit on a house appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Looking to spend some serious cash on a new timepiece and want to know about investment value? Stop right there, you're asking the wrong question.The post OPINION: Buying a new watch? Don’t even think about investment value appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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So far this week we’ve looked at the larger 45mm Captain Cook and the smaller vintage versions. To round out the trifecta, we’re taking this bright and beach-ready number for a spin. Now, this isn’t your typical ‘on the wrist’ review, as the mesh bracelet is intended for wrists smaller (and less hairy) than my one. … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: One for the ladies – the Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook in white appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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RR Auction lists Al Capone’s platinum and diamond-studded pocket watch at their June Gangsters, Outlaws, and Lawmen sale complete with a signed affidavit provided by the Chicago mob boss’ great-grandson.
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Our hands-on review of the Bell & Ross BR03-94 R17, inspired by the steering wheel of the new Renault RS17 F1 car. With full specs and price.
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I don’t know about you, but we’ve had to drag ourselves away our screens and from the unholy timesucking triumvirate known as Twin Peaks, Master of None and Better Call Saul to find out what’s been happening in watchland. So, settle into your booth at the Double R diner, order some cherry pie and a cup … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 26th May, 2017 – the auction edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Jimmy Fallon jokes about record breaking Rolex 6062 “Bao Dai” from Phillips Watches’ Spring 2017 Geneva auction, during his Friday night monologue.
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Today we may refer to off-road motorbike racing as “motocross”, but when you’re riding a Greeves Hawkstone, and wearing a 1960s Lemania chronograph, the sport will always be known as scrambling.
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During SIHH, the world received the very sad news of the passing of Walter Lange, the man who re-established his family’s watchmaking business, A. Lange & Söhne, in 1990. The company’s CEO reflects on the man and his legacy.
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Aside from Big Bangs, Hublot is perhaps best known for their prolific, and occasionally surprising, partnerships. One of the most interesting, from a design and technique perspective, is Hublot’s relationship with Italia Independent and their famous frontman – Lapo Elkann. If you pay even the slightest bit of attention to the world of men’s style, you’re probably all … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Hublot takes matching your watch to your suit to the next level with the Classic Fusion Italia Independent appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Phillips breaks Rolex auction records again with the ref. 6062 “Bao Dai” at their Spring 2017 Geneva auction session one.
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We had the pleasure of bumping into Julie earlier this year at Baselworld, outside the TAG Heuer booth, where she was creating an Autavia piece. Julie’s one talented individual who has recently gone down the path of creating watch-inspired artworks. We’re sure you’ll love her feed, but be warned – a follow might turn into a … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @JulieKraulis appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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As we take a look at the watch world’s Dirty Dozen, we were delighted to discover one of the models is being re-issued thanks to a recently-surfaced family connection.
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If you’re familiar with Raymond Weil it should come as no surprise that music is a recurring theme in their collections. From homages to iconic performers such as The Beatles and the late, great David Bowie, through to watches made to honour particular instruments – such as their Nabucco Cello Tourbillon – Raymond Weil definitely … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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We did not see this one coming. At all. You’re looking at a Tudor Black Bay Bronze, freshly decked out in a particularly regal shade of blue. Before you get on the line to your local Tudor dealer, you should know there’s a ‘but’: this isn’t a regular production Tudor. It’s a special collaboration with … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: This brand new Tudor Black Bay Bronze is a bolt from the blue appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Here at Time+Tide we make no bones about being greatly enamoured of Longines’s heritage offerings, so it’s understandable that we made a beeline for the Lindbergh and 1945 models. However, our attention was rapidly drawn to the comparatively pared-back Record, which intrigued us with one simple word on its dial – ‘chronometer’. Now, in case you’re not … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: One simple word that makes the Longines Record a big deal appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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