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Bolivar Gigantes: Fantastic Cuban Cigars: Unfortunately, they are also Hard to Find

Bolivar, Gigantes cigars might be strong and powerful, but they always seem balanced. Sadly, this will be an experience that becomes rarer and rarer in the coming years as they have been discontinued and are harder to find. Ken Gargett highly recommends that If you ever come across any, grab them fast!

Calendar and Moonphase Award 2022: De Bethune DB25 Perpetual Calendar 40mm

Sports Chic Award 2022: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Perpetual Calendar Blue Ceramic

Technical Achievement Award 2022: Richard Mille RM UP-01 Ferrari

Ethics Award 2022: Cyrille Vigneron

Lifetime Achievement Award 2022: François-Henry Bennahmias

Why I Bought It: Kurono By Hajime Asaoka Anniversary Green Mori – Good News, It‘s Relatively Affordable; Bad News, It’s Hard To Get – Reprise

Often with incoming pieces GaryG resists the temptation to wear a watch until he has had the chance to photograph it in pristine condition, but in the spirit of fun he chucked out the principle of restraint and slapped his new Hajime Asaoka Kurono Anniversary Green Mori right on his wrist. When you read Gary's story and see his photos you will know why.

Happenings: Jean-Christophe Sabatier To Lecture At The Horological Society Of New York

The Chief Product Officer at Ulysse Nardin will discuss the history and development of The Freak.

Panerai CEO reveals why Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is such a die-hard fan of the brand

“Finally, the Super Bowl has come back to Los Angeles,” boomed Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson as he hyped up the crowd at SoFi Stadium ahead of the clash between the Los Angeles Rams and the Cincinnati Bengals. “It’s time for all of us here and millions around the world to bear witness to these incredible … ContinuedThe post Panerai CEO reveals why Dwayne ‘The Rock’ Johnson is such a die-hard fan of the brand appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The new IWC Portugeiser Chronograph IW371620 is a near-perfect warm weather watch

The IWC Portugieser collection is rooted in both class and utility. It was an elegant solution, originally presented in 1939, due to demand for a marine-deck chronometer experience that could be translated into a wristwatch. It was oversized for its time – a rather sporty characteristic – but still every bit as elegant as its … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The new IWC Portugeiser Chronograph IW371620 is a near-perfect warm weather watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

MICRO MONDAYS: The Dumoreau DM02 is designed by an award-winning architect and it shows

The watch microbrand game has become incredibly alluring over the last few years, with some examples rising from humble Kickstarter origins to sky-high profits and unmeetable demand. It’s such an attractive market that Carlo Aiello - an award-winning architect, designer and author - entered the fray in 2020 with his own brand called Dumoreau. The brand’s … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: The Dumoreau DM02 is designed by an award-winning architect and it shows appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Announcements: HSNY Announces The Simon Willard Award For School Watches

Awards up to $10,000 are available.

Hans Gruber in Die Hard wears a Cartier Tank better than anyone else

The Cartier Tank is hardly a watch lacking in high-profile endorsements. From Andy Warhol to Mohammad Ali and Fred Astaire to Steve McQueen, many great men have fallen for its square-jawed linearity, Roman numerals and cabochon crown that looks like an erotic police siren. But, let’s face it, the bad guys are always more interesting. … ContinuedThe post Hans Gruber in Die Hard wears a Cartier Tank better than anyone else appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

First look: Bvlgari at Geneva Watch Days 2022 with Jean-Christophe Babin

MICRO MONDAYS: The CIGA Design Blue Planet won a GPHG award, yet is still surprisingly affordable

During my time at Time+Tide, the flow of curious timekeepers coming across my desk has been constant, yet, the CIGA Design Blue Planet stands out as one of the more notable ones. As the first Chinese brand to ever win an award at the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, claiming the Challenge Watch Prize in … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: The CIGA Design Blue Planet won a GPHG award, yet is still surprisingly affordable appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Four watches that look great on their own, but are hard to pair with an outfit

There are pretty watches that go with everything, and watches so ugly that they go with nothing. But, how about the watches that are pretty, yet present the nigh impossible challenge of pairing them with an outfit that matches their aesthetic? Inspired by my time with the first entrant on this list, I realised that … ContinuedThe post Four watches that look great on their own, but are hard to pair with an outfit appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing: Rexhep Rexhepi Returns With A Sequel To The Award-Winning Chronomètre Contemporain (Live Pics)

Subtle improvements make a significant impact for the young Akrivia watchmaker.

Watching Movies: Bruce Willis Wears A Blood-Splattered TAG Heuer in 'Die Hard'

Now he has a machine gun, in our watch-related movie of the week ... ho, ho, ho.

There's No Academy Award For Best Watch, So We're Nominating Some

It's time to give props to the Props.

The CODE41 X41 Edition 6 delivers an ultra-hard, full sapphire case at an astonishing price

Following the success of their previous releases, Swiss watchmakers CODE41 are back with the latest version of their bold and highly technical X41 in the shape of the new Edition 6. This time, they’re upping the ante with the introduction of new variants that are available in an ultra-hard full sapphire case. Typically the domain … ContinuedThe post The CODE41 X41 Edition 6 delivers an ultra-hard, full sapphire case at an astonishing price appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Tudor Black Bay Pro – first impressions from a die-hard Tudor fan

What Tudor would release at this year’s Watches and Wonders was one of the big talking points among collectors and enthusiasts. The sister brand to Rolex has built a reputation for unexpected releases. Think the Tudor North Flag or Black Bay P01. Tudor, once again, did not disappoint. The brand’s release of a 39mm true … ContinuedThe post The Tudor Black Bay Pro – first impressions from a die-hard Tudor fan appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing: The 'Sound Of Eternity' Trilogy, Three Striking Updates To The Award-Winning Full Strike Repeater From Chopard

Watches that make me sorry I already used the title, "A Game Of Tones."

“Don’t mention the war” – Will real war reduce our appetite for war-related watches? 

This morning I was idly flicking through stories on my phone while answering emails, and found myself thick in a cluster of Ukraine-related footage on a friend’s account. He is of Eastern European descent, and his family live within 30km of the Ukrainian border. One of the stories appeared to be shot on a phone … ContinuedThe post “Don’t mention the war” – Will real war reduce our appetite for war-related watches?  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Does A Hard-To-Say Name Affect Watch Sales?

Thoughts on tongue-twisting timepieces.

In-Depth: Forget The $6 Million Baseball Card, Honus Wagner's Watch Is Up For Auction

Meditations on the game, the city, and the man who loomed large over both.