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Feb 8, 2017

HOW TO: Get the watch you want on Valentine’s Day

Hoping to unwrap a small box next Tuesday and hear yourself saying ‘Wow!’ with genuine delight and awe and exclamation marks? How did he/she know this was exactly the watch you wanted! Then follow our step-by-step guide to avoid the tears and inevitable relationship breakdown that will result from your significant other choosing the wrong present for your wrist. 1) Harness the … ContinuedThe post HOW TO: Get the watch you want on Valentine’s Day appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Ulysse Nardin Freak Feb 7, 2017

Video: When The Freak Came To Life (The watch that changed the world)

After having met the few people whose ideas gave birth to The Freak it was time to speak with the guys who put together the first ever Ulysse Nardin Freak.

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Bulgari adds Feb 5, 2017

HANDS-ON: Bulgari adds a touch of danger to the Octo Ultranero

Bulgari has unveiled some of its latest collection in advance of Baselworld, and we were lucky enough to get our hands on a few key pieces. One model that particularly took our fancy was this crimson and black take on the Octo Ultranero. The changes on this latest version of the Octo are purely cosmetic – it’s still … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Bulgari adds a touch of danger to the Octo Ultranero appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Feb 3, 2017

WHO TO FOLLOW: @ryanbbabenzien

Time to inject some fresh blood into your insta vein.  Founder of footwear brand Greats, Ryan Babenzien documents his work and life in Williamsburg through the lens of a modern entrepreneur. In a feed dominated by his latest collections, you’ll also see plenty of vintage cars and motorcycles spotted along the streets of NYC, as well as a keen … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @ryanbbabenzien appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Rolex Feb 1, 2017

NEWS: Rolex to sponsor the Oscars - and what this means

Rolex has announced it’s now the official sponsor of the 89th Academy Awards, to be broadcast live (US time) on Sunday, February 26, and around the globe. When it comes to sponsorship deals, Rolex doesn’t tend to mess around, so it makes sense that the Big Crown – already worn by some of the silver screens … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Rolex to sponsor the Oscars – and what this means appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Richard Mille RM 27-02 tourbillon worn Jan 31, 2017

WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger Federer’s Rolex Batman - his wife Mirka’s Day-Date is the real champion

While most eyes were on Roger Federer and the Rolex GMT Master-II BLNR he strapped on to hoist his 18th grand slam trophy at the Australian Open in Melbourne on Sunday night, there were other watches nearby worth noticing. Yes, there was the Richard Mille RM 27-02 tourbillon worn by Nadal throughout all five sets – … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger Federer’s Rolex Batman – his wife Mirka’s Day-Date is the real champion appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 31, 2017

Hands-On Review: SIHH 2017 Lange 1 Moon Phase Day Night

A. Lange and Sohne calls the calibre 121.3 of the new Lange 1 Moon Phase Day Night an improvement and we disagree. An understatement, it's a new calibre!

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Frederique Constant Jan 30, 2017

VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier - the big guns

In the first episode of Apples to Apples, I brought the proverbial boys to the yard by surprising Felix with a milkshake in the form of two very similar looking worldtimer watches by Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier. To be completely honest, I thought Felix out-argued me. I thought he won. The results of the social … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier – the big guns appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 28, 2017

WHO TO FOLLOW: @discommon 

Insta feed in need of some fresh inspiration? Step right this way, as we chat to one half of industrial designers Discommon, who’ve been making waves in just about every industry of late, with their collaborations and creations. Their promise: “work with us and we will make exactly what is in your head.” NAME: Neil … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @discommon  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 26, 2017

INTERVIEW: Cadel Evans - “I’ve really had no choice but to become a watch lover”

The 2017 Cadel Evans Great Ocean Road Race kicks off tomorrow in earnest, with men’s and women’s elite races, as well as a more laidback People’s Ride planned for the weekend, against the backdrop of some of Australia’s most stunning roads. In the lead-up to the action, we caught up with the man himself – … ContinuedThe post INTERVIEW: Cadel Evans – “I’ve really had no choice but to become a watch lover” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 25, 2017

EDITOR’S PICK: 3 Aussie watches to celebrate Australia Day

January 26 marks Australia Day – a public holiday to celebrate the melting pot that is our nation. For many, that will involve a barbecue, a slip-n-slide and an esky full of cold ones. For us at T+T, as well as all that, it will involve raising a glass to the Australian watch industry. Granted, it … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: 3 Aussie watches to celebrate Australia Day appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC Jan 18, 2017

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Da Vinci Automatic shows the gentler side of IWC

For years IWC has staked its claim as being one of the biggest, baddest and most masculine of the major Swiss brands. Recently though, we’ve sensed a change in the wind. In 2014 they released the delicate Portofino, and last year their more petite pilot had women firmly in its sights. That’s set to continue for … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The Da Vinci Automatic shows the gentler side of IWC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 18, 2017

WHO TO FOLLOW: @jamesbanks

Looking for insta-inspo? You’ve come to the right place. NAME: James Banks OCCUPATION: Head of Bespoke Cars at McLaren Special Operations (MSO) bringing to life his clients’ creative visions through custom paint colours and unique designs. HANDLE: @JamesBanksEsq FOLLOWERS: 8.5K LOCATION: London Tell us about your daily watch. It’s a Rotary skeleton watch. I adore … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @jamesbanks appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 18, 2017

VIDEO: 5 Things you probably didn’t know about Ryan Reynolds and his watches

You never know who you’re going to bump into in the halls of a watch fair like SIHH. Apart from when you get a tipoff in your schedule that a celebrity will be at a booth at a certain time, and you get there early with your cameraman to make sure you make something happen. … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 5 Things you probably didn’t know about Ryan Reynolds and his watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 17, 2017

VIDEO: What’s the world’s second biggest watch fair really like? We walked around SIHH so you don’t have to…

SIHH is as common an abbreviation to us as YMCA. It doesn’t have dance moves, it’s not the Nutbush City Limits, but it does involve the team covering some serious mileage early in the year, every year. The question is, what happens at SIHH? What is it actually like? We made a video, to complete … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: What’s the world’s second biggest watch fair really like? We walked around SIHH so you don’t have to… appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC Jan 17, 2017

EXCLUSIVE: “Actor guy” James Marsden from Westworld wants IWC to make a PC with a split-seconds chronograph

James Marsden, a face you will recognise from at least one of your favourite films (guys: Zoolander, girls: The Notebook, me: Westworld), describes the moment he surprised/scared IWC‘s Creative Director, Christian Knoop, the night before. “I was chatting with Christian and I told him can you please make a perpetual calendar with a split-seconds chrono in a … ContinuedThe post EXCLUSIVE: “Actor guy” James Marsden from Westworld wants IWC to make a PC with a split-seconds chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC Jan 15, 2017

SIHH 2017 IWC and the Legacy of Leonardo Da Vinci

For SIHH 2017 IWC has focused its new Da Vinci collection on the muse of the Schaffhausen's heritage. At the pinnacle - a Tourbillon Rétrograde Chronograph

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Frederique Constant Jan 14, 2017

VIDEO: Who will win ‘Apples to Apples’ episode 1? Featuring Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier

This video series was born out of frustration. We were so sick of being asked to compare “apples to apples” (A2A) when it came to watch recommendations that we went and created a whole new segment – and a new concept for us – to get on the front foot to meet the demand. Like two very … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Who will win ‘Apples to Apples’ episode 1? Featuring Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Richard Mille God’s Gift Jan 11, 2017

Richard Mille - God’s Gift to Womankind

We grow up surrounded by myths and misconceptions but, believe it or not, bulls are not angered by red, bats are not blind and you can swallow chewing gum without it strangling your internal organs. Watchmaking has its own stories, one of the most enduring being that women do not buy high-end mechanical wristwatches for themselves. Who better to bust the myth than Richard Mille himself?

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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.

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Holthinrichs Responds DEPLOYANT - Jan 10, 2017

Pioneer of the 3D printed Watch, Holthinrichs Responds

Take a 3D printed Holthinrichs watch versus a hand crafted watch and you're going to discover one is more labour intensive to create. Guess which.

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Omega announce hot inverse panda Jan 10, 2017

BREAKING: Omega announce hot inverse panda ‘Speedy Tuesday’ Speedmaster limited edition, to be sold exclusively online

*UPDATE, 7AM AEST – ALL 2012 ‘SPEEDY TUESDAY’ MODELS HAVE BEEN ‘TEMPORARILY ALLOCATED’. THE WEBSITE ADVISES THAT YOU PLEASE TRY (OR CRY) AGAIN LATER* Hashtag us #surprised because Omega, the brand that only just recently added prices to their site (!), has well and truly embraced the digital world, this evening – right this minute … ContinuedThe post BREAKING: Omega announce hot inverse panda ‘Speedy Tuesday’ Speedmaster limited edition, to be sold exclusively online appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 8, 2017

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.

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Jan 7, 2017

LIST: The 7 best watches of 2016 - $3000 to $4000

That’s right folks, we’re at it again, clawing our way through our top choices with an ever-ballooning budget, and believe it or not, this was our toughest category yet. The $3000 to $4000 category seems to have run a little thin for 2016, but we’ve still been able to round out a healthy assortment of picks that … ContinuedThe post LIST: The 7 best watches of 2016 – $3000 to $4000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 6, 2017

LIST: The 11 best watches of 2016 - $2000 to $3000

For our third instalment we’re entering a slightly different echelon of watches. Some buyers will just dive right into their first watch at this price bracket, whereas others will have whetted their appetites on more entry-level pieces, and are now ready to step up their game. You’ll notice a lot more familiar names on this list, as … ContinuedThe post LIST: The 11 best watches of 2016 – $2000 to $3000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Jan 5, 2017

LIST: The 9 best watches of 2016 - $1000 to $2000

We’ve already got you covered in the zero to 1K category, but as you inch your way up the watch-buying food chain, the decisions don’t automatically get much easier, and the $1-2K range is just as tricky to navigate. While there’s still plenty to pick from, the quality can be all over the board in the same … ContinuedThe post LIST: The 9 best watches of 2016 – $1000 to $2000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Rolex NOMOS Habring PSM Moser Jan 1, 2017

Throwback Sundays: Six Uncommon Watches to Begin 2017 with a Bang, from Our Archives

We look at six rather uncommon watches to kick start 2017 on a high note. They include watches from Rolex, NOMOS, Habring, PSM, Moser, and Bexei.

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Dec 30, 2016

WHO TO FOLLOW: @blackbadger

Don’t get stuck in an Instagram rut. Allow us to point you in the direction of inspirational characters to follow, starting with… NAME: James Thompson OCCUPATION: Canadian industrial designer and founder of Black Badger Advanced Composites, focusing on jewellery design and timepiece collaboration. HANDLE: @blackbadger FOLLOWERS: 30.9K LOCATION: Sweden Tell us about your daily watch. … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @blackbadger appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Omega Gosling wears Dec 29, 2016

WATCHSPOTTING: Do you know what the mystery vintage Omega Gosling wears in La La Land is?

Some LA prop masters may be able to take credit for Ryan Gosling’s consistently excellent choices in vintage wristwear – and you’re welcome to correct us if you know, or are one of them – but for now, we’re going to put forward the idea that he has something to do with choosing them himself. … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Do you know what the mystery vintage Omega Gosling wears in La La Land is? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Dec 14, 2016

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.

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