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The in-house fascination in watches becomes a moot point when you recognize the number of watches with Vaucher-based calibres.The post Six of the best watch brands that use Vaucher-based calibres appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Hodinkee
Remembering three highly collectible creations from the earliest days of the Swatch Art Special.
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Moser is one of the most interesting and provocative marques in all of watchmaking, but its stratospheric prices can make your eyes water. This piece is the easiest way in.
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Last week, Oris unveiled a Big Crown LE in support of the philanthropic organization. In this episode, we take it for a ride into the jungle.
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It’s quite common for microbrand watches to become a competing list of specifications trying to undercut each other on price, with buzzwords thrown around that promise great water resistance, sapphire crystals and Swiss movements. It’s hard to blame them either, because watch enthusiasts can be easily swayed by these claims of unbeatable value for money, … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: The Retter 22 channels the style of Vacheron’s iconic 222 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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It’s one of the most lamentable watch trends of the moment. No, I’m not talking about purple dials, but the horrific rise in watch robberies. There’s no doubt that consumers are more knowledgeable about their watch’s value than ever before. Sadly, that also means that criminals are becoming equally savvy, too. Watch theft has become … ContinuedThe post From hooker heists to drive-by thefts: 5 types of watch robbery and how to protect yourself appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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American swimmer Michael Phelps is the most decorated Olympian in history, having won 23 gold medals over the course of 5 Olympic Games. In addition, he is an Omega ambassador and has been since 2004, a longstanding partnership. What watches did he wear during the 2016 Olympic Games in Rio de Janeiro? Find out here!
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Jan Lidmaňský interviewed Emmanuel Breguet, vice president and head of patrimony at Breguet. He chatted with this direct descendant of Abraham-Louis Breguet about fakes in the time of Breguet, which watch is still missing from the Breguet Museum’s collection, how many pieces the company has acquired at auction over the last 20 years, and much more.
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Last year at Dubai Watch Week, one of the debuts that stuck with me was the blue-dialled Oris Big Crown Pointer Date 5 Days powered by the in-house calibre 403. With its pleasantly dimensioned case, five-day power reserve movement with a 10-year warranty and straight-forward, smart-casual aesthetic, I felt it was a sure winner for … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Oris debuts highly versatile Wings of Hope limited editions in steel and gold appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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James Bond is a one-man industry. The Bond films have grossed over $7.04 billion USD on their own. But the various car chases, gadgets and attempts to save the world from the latest megalomaniac supervillain have also provided a fertile backdrop for product placement. In a way, this endless showcasing of different brands isn’t too unreasonable either. … ContinuedThe post Every Watch Tells A Story: “One of the reasons I wanted a Seamaster was the Bond films” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The Wilton GMT houses the official debut of Miyota's first movement with local jumping hour.
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It is no secret that the watch community and industry is a rather male-dominated space. With people of all genders, however, becoming more and more familiar with the world of watches there is a hunger to hear from new voices and perspectives. Most watch coverage is rooted in the male gaze, reviews and verdicts stemming … ContinuedThe post Tea for two, plus you? Killing Time podcast serves fresh flavours after lots of whiskey and watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In Part 2 of our inside look at De Bethune, Wei traces the manufacture’s history of balance wheel development with founder and master watchmaker, Denis Flageollet. Very few watchmakers have been as singularly focused like Denis has; his being a 20-year relentless pursuit of chronometric performance of the most important component of a wristwatch, the […]
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Hello one and all, it’s Borna once again, delivering event news from Melbourne! With the coldest months upon us, a crowd gathered at the warm Monards boutique on Melbourne’s Collins Street to check out their display of rare Breguet pieces, among many other wonderful watches. The attendees also had a chance to win some wonderful … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: An exhibition of Breguet masterpieces appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In which I sit down with TAG Heuer's newest ambassador Jacob Elordi and debate the origins of a watch nickname.
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Two Broke Watch Snobs
You don't need a lot of money to build a watch collection - you just need to know the basics of what makes a collection complete!
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Top Burgundy has exploded like a firecracker factory set alight. From very much a second fiddle to Bordeaux when it comes to the great wines of France, Burgundy is now the flavor of the month, attracting prices that have skyrocketed into the stratosphere and beyond, both on release and on the secondary market. Everyone wants the great Burgundies. And Domaine Mongeard-Mugneret is one of the crown jewels.
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Bulova is presents a re-edition of their original 1973 Chronograph "31008-6W" timepiece, popularly known as the "Parking Meter."
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While historically popular watch brands have proven over decades if not centuries that they’re capable of greatness, there’s one edge that microbrands will always have. Wild experimentation is usually not something a big brand can do, as breaking away from their established production line is far too costly for a watch that may end up … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: Bold and experimental, the Angles Chain of Time is a truly maverick watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Let's face it. You are not going to be able to walk into a Rolex boutique, and walk out with any variant of the super-hyped GMT-Master II. Not likely anyway. So today, we pick of 6 excellent GMT watches which are alternatives.
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Ever fancied making your own watch, with specifications exactly as you’d want them? I certainly have. If so, this DIY watch kit is not what you’re after. Thankfully, I went in with no expectations whatsoever, yet came out of the process highly amused, if somewhat disappointed. For a bit of background information, I’ve delved with … ContinuedThe post The unfortunate story of a DIY watch kit appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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There are many reasons the James Bond franchise is so enduring. From the twisty plotlines, exotic cars, breathtaking locations, jaw-dropping stunt work, and of course, the roguish charm of 007 himself (or herself, shoutout to Lashana Lynch), there’s a lot to like. And of course, those gadgets. So many gadgets. While the recent Daniel Craig … ContinuedThe post Dr No Way: The 5 most implausible watch gadgets of James Bond appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Prompted by Seiko’s bombshell release of the SKX Sports Style GMT – 5KX GMT for short – we sought to find other watches with GMT complications that compete in a similarly accessible space. While not necessarily restricted by budget, all of the pieces on this list offer one thing - a great value proposition at their … ContinuedThe post A fantastic five of value proposition GMT watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Jeremiah speaks with CEO and owner of H. Moser & Cie, Edouard Meylan, who was in Singapore to introduce a limited edition Endeavour Cylindrical Tourbillon Skeleton to commemorate the 50th Anniversary of local luxury watch retailer Cortina. The partnership between Moser and Cortina goes back two generations and looks set to grow in the Asia […]
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There is little mystery about the seismic impact of the MoonSwatch on Swatch sales. The brand can simply not make enough of them, and despite grumblings about accessibility and lack of an online sales option, demand is still red hot. The bigger question that’s emerged is, what impact will the MoonSwatch have on sales for … ContinuedThe post It’s official: Speedmaster sales up 50% in the wake of the MoonSwatch collaboration appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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