Results for The 1985 Swatch Consolidation

Introducing: The F. P. Journe Astronomic Blue For Only Watch 2019

For Only Watch 2019, F. P. Journe debuts a prototype timepiece with a suite of astronomical complications, and more.

Hands-On: Monsieur de Chanel Pocket Watch

Every year Chanel debuts a handful of timekeeping objects that are sleekly monochromatic yet lavishly constructed of precious materials like gold and rock crystal. They are beautiful, expensive, and the sort of object that would look at home in a US$100m penthouse. And because there are enough such penthouses to go around, these objets d’art inevitably find owners every year. Last year’s collection of objects included the Monsieur de Chanel Chronosphere, a clock within a glass globe supported by blackened-bronze lions, which was a five-piece limited edition. But the collection also included the one of a kind Monsieur de Chanel Pocket Watch suspended in a jewelled stand, an object that is simultaneously discreet and extravagant. Photo – Chanel Although the pocket watch and its stand retail for almost US$800,000, it is discreet to a fault.  All of the materials within are precious, but the entire object is almost monochromatic. The pocket watch can be removed and carried, but is more likely to function as the ultimate desk clock. Standing about 25cm, or 10in, high, the stand is polished 18k white gold and panelled in glossy obsidian, a black, volcanic rock. And while it does not look the part, the sculpted lion is also 18k gold, but coated entirely in smooth, black Hyceram, a composite of ceramic and polymer. The diamonds within the stand are substantial, but subtle – the lion’s paw rests on a 18k gold sphere covered in baguette diamonds. The big ca...

Brand-Name Designers and the Watch Trade

Diving for squares – the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver

Editor’s note: For years, Bell & Ross has stuck safely to the skies. Then, in 2017, they came for the oceans. And we could not be happier with the switch up. The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver is a smooth evolution of the brand’s famous form …  The story in a second: The Bell … ContinuedThe post Diving for squares – the Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watch Spotting: The 2019 Greenwich Concours D'Elegance (And Some Car Spotting Too!)

Watches and cars, cars and watches.

H10: The Green Room Interviews: One Watch For Life?

Aldis Hodge, Aurel Bacs, Jean-Claude Biver, and others make some pretty tough decisions.

Ep. #129 The TBWS State of the Watch Collection

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Auctions: What The Upcoming Sale Of A Restored Rolex 6062 'Pink Stelline' At Christie's Could Mean For The Vintage Watch Market (Updated With Auction Result)

Hello, Pink Stelline, we meet again. Has something about you changed?

Watch Spotting: Serena Williams, Tom Brady, Jimmy Fallon, And More At The 2019 Met Gala

Because watches can be camp too.

Supporting the Sherpas: Favre-Leuba Auctions Everest Watch

VIDEO: Holding JFK’s Omega Ultra-Thin watch gave me some strange feels

John F. Kennedy was a watch guy. He was rarely, if ever, sighted without one. A personal favourite of his was this Omega Ultra-Thin ref OT3980 gifted to him by his friend and former member of the Florida State House of Representatives Grant Stockdale. When we visited Omega’s headquarters in Bienne last year, we were … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Holding JFK’s Omega Ultra-Thin watch gave me some strange feels appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Seiko 5 SNZH53 Watch Review

In depth review of the Seiko 5 SNZH53 Watch with unique photos, measurements, and more - brought to you by the Two Broke Watch Snobs!

New: Aston Martin DBS Superleggera TAG Heuer Edition – the car and the watch

Aston Martin celebrates partnership with TAG Heuer with a new DBS Superleggera, limited edition of 50 pieces, each accompanied by a TAG Carrera 02 watch.

IWC Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition “Mojave Desert”

The Pilot’s Watch Chronograph TOP GUN Edition "Mojave Desert" (Ref. IW389103) is the first watch by the brand with a case made from sand-coloured ceramic. This reference is limited to 500 pieces.

Come Watch the Wonders

Get ready, American watch lovers, Watches & Wonders is coming to Miami again.

Longines 50 Millionth Watch

To celebrate 50 million watches, Longines has produced a unique piece with the serial number of 50,000,000.

Flying Legend: IWC Pilot’s Watch Mark 11

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]To some – no, make that to many – IWC’s Mk 11 is the definitive pilot’s watch. Even though it didn’t arrive until 1948, the Mk 11 Navigational Wristwatch did...

Seiko SBDC061 Watch Review

We check out the Seiko SBDC061 dive watch - one of Seiko's best modern "reinterpretation" models that come in at just under $1,000.

5 facts about Citizen Watch Company which you may not know

The Citizen Watch Company is very well known for well built, reliable, and reasonably priced watches. But here are 5 facts which you may not know. 

Seiko SBDC051 Watch Review

A review of the Seiko SBDC051 dive watch with price, original photos, specs, and more.

Spot the Watch: Nigo, Founder Bape

Nigo is well known for being a big collector of all things. From toys to furniture and also for maxed out bling watches. We spot 2: an AP and a Cartier.

Baltic Aquascaphe Watch Review

Is the Baltic Aquascaphe right for you? Our hands-on review breaks down all the facts, stats, and insights that you need to see.

Important Watches from the Phillips Hong Kong Watch Auction: SEVEN

NEWS: Imagine finding this in your pocket – Longines discover their oldest watch to date

There are few brands that take as much pride in their heritage as Longines. Not surprising, really, when you consider that the winged hourglass brand pioneered the way for the reissue. In fact, the Saint-Imier manufacturer is so proud of their history that their own museum is home to more than 10,000 historic pieces, while … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Imagine finding this in your pocket – Longines discover their oldest watch to date appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Spot the Watch: Charlie Sheen and his Patek Philippes

Charlie Sheen is well known for his love of watches and affiliation to Patek Philippe. As we have never covered him before, here is Charlie and his Pateks.