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VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist

Patek Philippe Calatrava Jan 10, 2017

VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist

Today we’re taking another look at a video that explores the connection between tattooing and watchmaking with world-famous ink-master Benjamin Laukis. The watch in focus here is his TAG Heuer Calibre 18 Telemeter. Other watches in Ben’s enviable stable include an A. Lange & Söhne Zeitwerk and a Tiffany dialled Patek Philippe Calatrava. The man knows his … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: “I want something created by a person, not a production line” – 3 key quotes from a watch-obsessed tattooist appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: The 9 best watches of 2016 – $4000 to $5000 (and a bit more)

LIST: The 9 best watches of 2016 – $4000 to $5000 (and a bit more)

Time for the final leg of our tour of the best ‘affordable’ watches of 2016. We’re now at the upper end, at that fun little sweet spot where things start to get really interesting, with some serious in-house movements on offer, and amazing solid designs. It’s the upper limit for many people, so a lot … ContinuedThe post LIST: The 9 best watches of 2016 – $4000 to $5000 (and a bit more) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Walking the Movember Talk with Scott Poynton

Oris walk Jan 7, 2017

Walking the Movember Talk with Scott Poynton

Scott Poynton and Oris walk the talk to spread awareness for men’s mental health and cancer issues in the month of Movember.

TEAM PICK: Felix Scholz’s favourite stories of 2016

TEAM PICK: Felix Scholz’s favourite stories of 2016

Of all the (many) lists of I’ve put together this year, this is without doubt, the hardest. So many great stories had to be left on the cutting room floor; reviews I really enjoyed writing, photos that brought a tear to my eye, some really fun creative stuff and, of course, Andy Green’s on-screen debut. But, sadly, the … ContinuedThe post TEAM PICK: Felix Scholz’s favourite stories of 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 22 – Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Calendar

Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Calendar How Dec 22, 2016

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 22 – Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Calendar

How has your Christmas present wrapping been going? Maybe take some tips from Jaeger-LeCoultre. The Reverso Tribute Calendar fits contemporary and classic into a very neat package. The pink gold case measuring 29.9 mm wide by 49.4mm tall is neither too petite nor too large for most, and it’s quite impressive how many complications JLC can fit … ContinuedThe post ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 22 – Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Calendar appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In Conversation: Karl-Friedrich Scheufele Part 1 of 3: The beginnings of the L.U.C Manufacture

Chopard L.U.C Full Strike Minute Dec 21, 2016

In Conversation: Karl-Friedrich Scheufele Part 1 of 3: The beginnings of the L.U.C Manufacture

We had tea with Karl-Friedrich Scheufele, co-President of Chopard and President of Chronométrie Ferdinand Berthoud. Discover the man and his passion.

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 21 – The Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 All Black

Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 All Dec 20, 2016

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 21 – The Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 All Black

Forget for a moment that the Chairman of Hublot, and the man-behind-the-brand Jean-Claude Biver would look frighteningly Santa-like in a red jumpsuit, sans the paunch. Disregard also that he’s the only other man on earth with the kind of energy required to visit every single household in the world in one night, and just focus … ContinuedThe post ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 21 – The Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 All Black appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Franck Muller gets disruptive with the Vanguard Chronograph Camouflage

Franck Muller Dec 18, 2016

HANDS-ON: Franck Muller gets disruptive with the Vanguard Chronograph Camouflage

If you want to get technical (and at T+T we always do), camouflage is a combination of patterns, colours and materials that serves to conceal an object and help it blend in with its surroundings. In nature, think leopards and tigers. In more man-made contexts, camouflage is the domain of the military, where it’s often … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Franck Muller gets disruptive with the Vanguard Chronograph Camouflage appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HOW TO: Impress a woman with your watch

HOW TO: Impress a woman with your watch

Firstly, let’s not delude ourselves: your timepiece is going to impress more men than women. That’s a given. Unless of course it’s awful. If that’s the case, you’ll be slaying precisely no one – and also, how did you find your way to Time+Tide? However, there are a few ways you can maximise your chances … ContinuedThe post HOW TO: Impress a woman with your watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

God Speed John Glenn

God Speed John Glenn

Revolution remembers the life and time of Colonel John Herschel Glenn Jr., the man who they said had, “the right stuff”.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 9th December, 2016

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 9th December, 2016

In the flurry of pre-holiday/SIHH business, we managed to find time for a lightning trip to Sydney, to catch up with HYT CEO Gregory Dourde and see these incredible watches in the metal. And when we say lightning we mean it literally. As far as impressive events go, spending an evening on the 30m yacht … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 9th December, 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 8 – The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King

Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King How’s Dec 7, 2016

ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 8 – The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King

How’s your Christmas shopping going, folks? Whaddaya mean you haven’t started yet? Chop chop. Unless you’re waiting for inspiration to hit, in which case, maybe this is it. Because talk about causing a stir. The new Rolex Air-King has had people talking ever since it raised its first gasp at Baselworld earlier this year. Why not … ContinuedThe post ADVENT CALENDAR 2016: December 8 – The Rolex Oyster Perpetual Air-King appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

PHOTO REPORT: We compare the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms to the Bathyscaphe Ocean Commitment II

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Dec 2, 2016

PHOTO REPORT: We compare the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms to the Bathyscaphe Ocean Commitment II

It’s one of the original (if not THE original) dive watches – the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms. And since its introduction in 1953, it has proved to be a rugged and versatile design. Today though, the two main pillars of the Fifty Fathoms collection are the regular version, styled after that 1953 original, and the Bathyscaphe, … ContinuedThe post PHOTO REPORT: We compare the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms to the Bathyscaphe Ocean Commitment II appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The SEALAB, Comex and the Helium Release Valve

Rolex create Dec 1, 2016

The SEALAB, Comex and the Helium Release Valve

Why did man pursue the deep seas? Why resort to the SEALAB? And why did Rolex create the helium release valve. Eminent Rolex scholar, James Dowling answers all.

3 Generations of Deployant, 1 Mutual Love for Chopard LUC

Chopard LUC DEPLOYANT - Nov 29, 2016

3 Generations of Deployant, 1 Mutual Love for Chopard LUC

Refinement, class and great value: 3 generations of Deployant men express why they all fell in love with Chopard LUC.

IN-DEPTH: The Heritage Chronométrie Annual Calendar Chronograph proves that the secret to Montblanc’s success is complicated

Montblanc s success Nov 28, 2016

IN-DEPTH: The Heritage Chronométrie Annual Calendar Chronograph proves that the secret to Montblanc’s success is complicated

The story in a second: Montblanc’s 2016 Heritage Chronométrie highlight is a complicated number, packed with value. Jerome Lambert descended, whirlwind-like, on Montblanc in 2013. His presence was felt immediately, as the global luxury giant began turning out increasingly impressive timepieces, many with a complicated, heritage bent. Then, as suddenly as he had arrived he was gone, … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Heritage Chronométrie Annual Calendar Chronograph proves that the secret to Montblanc’s success is complicated appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Revolutionary Who Defied 11 US Presidents

Rolex devotee Nov 26, 2016

The Revolutionary Who Defied 11 US Presidents

Fidel Castro, who ruled Cuba for nearly half a century, dies at the age of 90. Upon his death, among the many questions he’s left unanswered, Revolution investigates whether Castro was truly a Rolex devotee.

INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns 40 in style

Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns Nov 24, 2016

INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns 40 in style

OK, we’re calling it: 1976 was one of the best years in history – for so many reasons. For a start, that’s when Stevie Wonder’s Songs in the Key of Life was released. It was also the year Rocky and Taxi Driver hit cinemas, and superhotties Benedict Cumberbatch and Audrey Tatou entered the world. In … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Audemars Piguet Ladies’ Royal Oak turns 40 in style appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HYT Goes to Paradise City

HYT Nov 18, 2016

HYT Goes to Paradise City

After having spotted, Guns n’ Roses front man, Axl Rose wearing an HYT Skull Maori, the brand now announces a watch formed out of their collaboration with the rock god: Introducing the HYT Skull Axl Rose.

HANDS-ON: The most iconic Rolex gets an update – the Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41

Rolex gets Nov 7, 2016

HANDS-ON: The most iconic Rolex gets an update – the Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41

There are two main contenders for the title of ‘most recognisable watch in the world’, both of them made by Rolex. Naturally, the Submariner has a good shot at the title, but for me, the clear winner is the Datejust. First introduced in 1945, it includes one of the most useful and ubiquitous complications – a date … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The most iconic Rolex gets an update – the Oyster Perpetual Datejust 41 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

OPINION: We need more watches like the Seiko Presage

Seiko Presage Cutting through Nov 3, 2016

OPINION: We need more watches like the Seiko Presage

Cutting through the noise and sheer volume of watches released at Baselworld is no mean feat. Overwhelming attention is focused on a handful of models from a few brands, and often it takes weeks and months from some of the hidden gems to reveal themselves. Nevertheless, every year the chatter in the halls seems to … ContinuedThe post OPINION: We need more watches like the Seiko Presage appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Animated Ladies

Animated Ladies

For many years many have largely ignored women’s watches, writing them off as things of beauty but as technically uninteresting. Many of the ladies’ watches by the venerable French jeweller Van Cleef & Arpels, however, have interesting and novel mechanisms.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 21st October, 2016 – the mixed bag edition

Bell & Ross Oct 20, 2016

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 21st October, 2016 – the mixed bag edition

Today’s Wind Down is, much like this week, a bit all over the shop. Though Time+Tide has momentarily ceased its globetrotting antics, that doesn’t mean we’ve been laying idle, so stay tuned. But in a week packed with a bold blue Bell & Ross and the curvaceous Clé we managed to find some gems out … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 21st October, 2016 – the mixed bag edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel

Cartier Clé de Cartier Oct 17, 2016

IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel

The story in a second Cartier’s key collection of 2015 just became a whole lot more accessible. Much fuss has been made over Cartier’s manly new Drive collection, and rightly so. But the Parisian powerhouse also released another excellent, and highly anticipated, men’s watch this year – the Clé de Cartier in steel. It’s … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

What do Entry Level Watchmakers and Watch Retailers have to fear?

What do Entry Level Watchmakers and Watch Retailers have to fear?

There are many challenges faced by modern watch retailers and entry-level watchmakers but you'd be surprised which the most threatening could be.

Kickstarter Watch of the Week: Hamtun H1 Grade 5 Titanium Automatic Dive Watch

Kickstarter Watch of the Week: Hamtun H1 Grade 5 Titanium Automatic Dive Watch

there are many minimalist Kickstarter watches right now but few use high-grade titanium with matte ceramic bezel at 20ATM depth rating like the Hamtun H1

Spot the Watch: Revisiting the 1980s classic film, Wall Street

Spot the Watch: Revisiting the 1980s classic film, Wall Street

We revisit the 1980's classic film Wall Street and the choice of timepieces worn by the films main characters, Gordon Gekko and Bud Fox.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 30th September, 2016

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 30th September, 2016

It’s a public holiday in Victoria today – Grand Final Friday, so the Time+Tide office is officially empty, but that doesn’t mean we’re not hard at work, after a week that encompassed the grand launch of our survey (if you’re Aussie, you have no excuse not to enter, I mean, what’s the worst thing that … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 30th September, 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The dark elegance of the Cartier Santos 100 Carbon

Cartier Santos 100 Carbon You’d Sep 29, 2016

INTRODUCING: The dark elegance of the Cartier Santos 100 Carbon

You’d be forgiven for thinking that Cartier’s only men’s release of 2016 was the Drive de Cartier. But in addition to this handsome new collection Cartier decided to revive one of the dark horses of their collection – the Santos 100 Carbon. Until 2012, if the regular metal versions of the Santos weren’t your thing, … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The dark elegance of the Cartier Santos 100 Carbon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: 5 times Rolex helped to make the world a better place (for more than just your wrist)

Rolex helped Sep 26, 2016

LIST: 5 times Rolex helped to make the world a better place (for more than just your wrist)

Watch brands don’t change the world, right? Sure, it’s easy enough to create a limited edition watch that raises funds and awareness, but as for true and lasting change for the better…? Very rare. That might be a fair generalisation for many luxury watch brands, but this style of one-off, often half hearted corporate social responsibility … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 times Rolex helped to make the world a better place (for more than just your wrist) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.