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INTRODUCING: A tourbillon for your every day - the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon

INTRODUCING: A tourbillon for your every day - the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon

Expertly finished cases, captivating fumé dials, and incredibly fine watchmaking … these are a few of our favourite Moser things. And, once again, all three are combined in the “very rare” brand’s latest Pioneer offering – the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon. More suitable for everyday wear, with a more robust steel case and a more casual … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A tourbillon for your every day – the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: An extra dose of speed - the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Martin Special Edition

TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Oct 13, 2018

HANDS-ON: An extra dose of speed - the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Martin Special Edition

At the March 2018 Geneva Motor Show, TAG Heuer announced a new partnership with Aston Martin. Being named as the “Official Partner, Official Watch Partner, and Official Connected Watch Partner” of both the British car manufacturer and its racing teams (Quick fun fact! – Aston Martin are the title sponsors of the Red Bull Racing … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: An extra dose of speed – the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Martin Special Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 13, August 2018

Tudor Aug 25, 2018

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 13, August 2018

This month was an interesting one as far as spotting goes, including an unexpected Rolex Submariner, a rare vintage Tudor, an obscure Heuer chronograph, and a very special limited edition Autavia - amongst others. Let’s get cracking. In case you missed it, this month Time+Tide hosted an Autavia Collectors’ Lunch, here in Melbourne. Guest speaker David … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 13, August 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: This one has the time, now all you need is the jet - the Franck Muller Vanguard World Timer GMT

Franck Muller Vanguard World Timer GMT Aug 14, 2018

INTRODUCING: This one has the time, now all you need is the jet - the Franck Muller Vanguard World Timer GMT

Invented in the 1930s by Geneva watchmaker Louis Cottier, world time watches brought – at a glance and all at once – the time across 24 of the world’s key time zones to the hands of international jetsetters and business-makers. Indeed, no complication provides a greater desire to conquer the world, or induces a greater … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: This one has the time, now all you need is the jet – the Franck Muller Vanguard World Timer GMT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: Three times the charm - the Franck Muller Vanguard Master Banker Skeleton

Franck Muller Vanguard Master Banker Skeleton Jul 24, 2018

INTRODUCING: Three times the charm - the Franck Muller Vanguard Master Banker Skeleton

If watch brands were Facebook relationship statuses, Franck Muller would be “It’s complicated”. Not because the Swiss-based manufacturer has commitment problems but, rather, quite the opposite. Since its beginnings in Genthod – located in the countryside of Geneva – the innovative brand has been committed to upholding its reputation as the “Master of Complications”. And … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Three times the charm – the Franck Muller Vanguard Master Banker Skeleton appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

NEWS: A Looney Patek and a million dollar Sub go under the hammer in New York

NEWS: A Looney Patek and a million dollar Sub go under the hammer in New York

Watches belonging to Melvin (Mel) Blanc, the American voice actor famous for bringing to life nearly 400 characters in the Looney Tunes and Hanna-Barbera cartoons, went under the hammer at Christie’s New York in their “An evening of exceptional watches” auction. Mel Blanc brought delight to generations of children and adults alike as the voice … ContinuedThe post NEWS: A Looney Patek and a million dollar Sub go under the hammer in New York appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: Who needs sleep? LVMH watch boss Jean-Claude Biver shares his tips for productivity

RECOMMENDED READING: Who needs sleep? LVMH watch boss Jean-Claude Biver shares his tips for productivity

At Baselworld this year, I met Mr Biver for the very first time. And I can say, with complete conviction, that he was every bit the personality and man I expected him to be. He is one of the rare few who has well and truly left his mark on Swiss watchmaking. And played a … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Who needs sleep? LVMH watch boss Jean-Claude Biver shares his tips for productivity appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Hublot Big Bang Unico GMT Titanium

Hublot Big Bang Unico GMT May 17, 2018

IN-DEPTH: The Hublot Big Bang Unico GMT Titanium

The story in a second: A funky and practical Hublot packed with style and substance. Launched early last year in Geneva, the Big Bang Unico GMT - which technically is a dual time zone watch and not a true GMT, as there’s no hand running on a 24-hour scale - is the first arrival in … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Hublot Big Bang Unico GMT Titanium appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Elvis Watch Becomes Most Expensive Omega Ever Sold At Auction - USD1.5mil

Omega Ever Sold May 12, 2018

Elvis Watch Becomes Most Expensive Omega Ever Sold At Auction - USD1.5mil

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Tonight, at the first session of Phillips Watches' Geneva Auction Week: Seven, the Tiffany stamped 18K white gold Omega wristwatch that was presented to Elvis Presley on the occasion of his...

INTRODUCING: The big bad Hublot Big Bang MP-11 14-Days 3D Carbon

Hublot Big Bang MP-11 14-Days Apr 13, 2018

INTRODUCING: The big bad Hublot Big Bang MP-11 14-Days 3D Carbon

Given how much Hublot unveiled in Geneva back in January, the volume of additional novelties the brand had ready to go for Baselworld 2018 came as a bit of a surprise. Though nearly faced with a little analysis paralysis, given the broad range of models to choose from, getting a closer look at the Big … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The big bad Hublot Big Bang MP-11 14-Days 3D Carbon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WHO TO FOLLOW: @Y.Andre.Ch

Rolex 6542 GMT as my Mar 3, 2018

WHO TO FOLLOW: @Y.Andre.Ch

Andre is a Sydney-based collector with a penchant for rare vintage chronographs. We find out more … Hi Andre, what’s your daily watch and why? I’m currently wearing my Rolex 6542 GMT as my daily watch. While wearing the very first Rolex GMT reference as an everyday watch sounds crazy to most people, it’s one … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @Y.Andre.Ch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: IWC Da Vinci Automatic Edition ‘150 Years’

IWC Da Vinci Automatic Edition Feb 24, 2018

Review: IWC Da Vinci Automatic Edition ‘150 Years’

IWC Schaffhausen unveiled two limited-edition Da Vinci watches at the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie (SIHH) in Geneva as part of the jubilee collection to celebrate the company’s 150th anniversary.

VIDEO: Just what is SIHH anyway?

VIDEO: Just what is SIHH anyway?

In a few hours, Andrew and I are getting on a plane for the long (long) haul to Geneva - where, bright and early on Monday morning, we will head to the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie, or SIHH to its friends. It’s an acronym you’re going to be hearing a heck of a … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Just what is SIHH anyway? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WHO TO FOLLOW: @A_Collected_Man

WHO TO FOLLOW: @A_Collected_Man

Silas Walton (@A_Collected_Man) is the founder of A Collected Man, an online platform based in London, selling rare watches around the world. Silas loves beautiful watches, well-made clothes, and the inside of a Cessna 152 at 10,000 feet. Hi Silas, what’s your daily watch and why? During the working week I wear a vintage Patek … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @A_Collected_Man appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

New Record Set for Most Expensive Omega Wristwatch Sold to Date at CHF 1,428,500

Omega Wristwatch Sold Nov 12, 2017

New Record Set for Most Expensive Omega Wristwatch Sold to Date at CHF 1,428,500

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]A stainless-steel Omega wristwatch housing the Calibre 30 I tourbillon movement has just sold with Phillips Watches at their Geneva Auction Week: Six for a record breaking CHF 1,428,500. Made...

INTRODUCING: Cartier’s otherworldly Rotonde de Cartier Earth and Moon

Cartier s otherworldly Rotonde de Aug 30, 2017

INTRODUCING: Cartier’s otherworldly Rotonde de Cartier Earth and Moon

Cartier is no stranger to the art of fine watchmaking, and in the last few years the French maison has been bringing the haute …err… heat to the world of high horology, with watches bearing the Geneva Seal – like the Drive de Cartier Flying Tourbillon. In 2014 Cartier first introduced us to the Rotonde De … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Cartier’s otherworldly Rotonde de Cartier Earth and Moon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Access all areas in the Franck Muller Tourbillon Department

Franck Muller Tourbillon Department There have Aug 16, 2017

VIDEO: Access all areas in the Franck Muller Tourbillon Department

There have been big changes at the Franck Muller manufacture over the last couple of years. The once homely property on a hillside looking out over Lake Geneva has been thoroughly expanded and modernised – Baroque and Romanesque flourishes inside and out have been updated to the more spacious proportions created by exposed beams and … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Access all areas in the Franck Muller Tourbillon Department appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Fallon Jokes About 5 Million Dollar Record Breaking Rolex

Rolex Jimmy Fallon jokes about May 20, 2017

Fallon Jokes About 5 Million Dollar Record Breaking Rolex

Jimmy Fallon jokes about record breaking Rolex 6062 “Bao Dai” from Phillips Watches’ Spring 2017 Geneva auction, during his Friday night monologue.

The Captain’s Watch

The Captain’s Watch

Testing watches while on holiday with her mother, Revolution’s Sophie Furley gets a rare behind the scenes look at the world of cruising.

WHO TO FOLLOW: @PaulDavidMaudsley

WHO TO FOLLOW: @PaulDavidMaudsley

If you’re a fan of supercars and rare timepieces, tapping into Paul Maudsley’s social feed will be a click you won’t regret. Meet a real English gent and a true superstar of the watch world. NAME: Paul David Maudsley OCCUPATION: Renowned watch expert, lover of things vintage, and international specialist of the London Watches department at … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @PaulDavidMaudsley appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Return of a legend - the Halios Puck II

Halios Mar 9, 2017

HANDS-ON: Return of a legend - the Halios Puck II

Over the years, I’ve worn many (many) watches for review purposes, and to be honest it’s rare that I’m still thinking about that watch months or years after the fact. The Puck, from Canadian micro-brand Halios, is one of the rare exceptions. I wrote up the DLC version of the original Puck over on Hodinkee, way … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Return of a legend – the Halios Puck II appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The updated Bell & Ross BR S Rose Gold sits squarely between the sexes

Bell & Ross BR S Rose Gold Feb 17, 2017

HANDS-ON: The updated Bell & Ross BR S Rose Gold sits squarely between the sexes

When it comes to watches that are described as unisex, quite honestly, very few do a good job of straddling the gender divide equally. Sure, there are plenty of women who’ll happily wear hefty, so-called masculine watches, but it’s a rare Aussie bloke who’ll strap into anything involving diamonds and pastels, even if it’s marketed evenly … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The updated Bell & Ross BR S Rose Gold sits squarely between the sexes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: IWC 2017 collection overview and our 4 favourites

IWC 2017 collection overview Feb 6, 2017

VIDEO: IWC 2017 collection overview and our 4 favourites

The buzzword is ‘pivot’. And at this year’s first major watch fair, SIHH in Geneva in January, IWC ‘pivoted’ in a big way with just about everything they did. The booth was fitted out to emulate a vast Florentine dome, the watches were Engineered for Women and, rather than safe sport-watch territory, the controls were very much … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: IWC 2017 collection overview and our 4 favourites appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

OPINION: Why the Oris Artelier Skeleton Diamonds is a modern feminist watch

Oris Artelier Skeleton Diamonds Feb 2, 2017

OPINION: Why the Oris Artelier Skeleton Diamonds is a modern feminist watch

For much of the industry, the motto when it comes to designing watches for women appears to be: “Make it sparkle so brightly they won’t notice there’s a battery inside.” Happily, that’s not the case here, because the Oris Artelier Skeleton Diamonds is one of an all-too-rare breed: a ladies’ watch that’s impressive both as a … ContinuedThe post OPINION: Why the Oris Artelier Skeleton Diamonds is a modern feminist watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LOOKBOOK: Dude, Where’s Your Watch? Summer Edition

Ming their frost-bitten hands over Jan 17, 2017

LOOKBOOK: Dude, Where’s Your Watch? Summer Edition

While the watch world’s glitterati (including a fair chunk of Team T+T) shiver in Geneva, warming their frost-bitten hands over pots of fondue, those of us left here in Australia are enjoying a lovely summer. Conjure the usual stereotypes: prawns, barbecues etc. You get the picture. Of course, an overall coating of perspiration and seafood … ContinuedThe post LOOKBOOK: Dude, Where’s Your Watch? Summer Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: 7 shocking rumours ahead of SIHH 2017

LIST: 7 shocking rumours ahead of SIHH 2017

On Monday morning, the most unpronounceable fair of them all, the Salon International de la Haute Horlogerie – mercifully reduced 100 per cent of the time to ‘SIHH’ – will open its doors in Geneva. But you don’t need to wait until then to get the lowdown on the major scoops and scandals. Thanks to … ContinuedThe post LIST: 7 shocking rumours ahead of SIHH 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Video: Aurel Bacs and the Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 Trilogy

Patek Philippe Ref 1518 Trilogy Nov 2, 2016

Video: Aurel Bacs and the Patek Philippe Ref. 1518 Trilogy

The first in a series of videos for Phillips Watches 12 & 13 November 2016 Geneva sale, Aurel Bacs discusses Patek Philippe highlights, including the reference 1518 perpetual calendar chronograph trilogy.

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: New kid on the (luxury steel sports) block - the Piaget Polo S

Patek Philippe Nautilus Sep 11, 2016

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: New kid on the (luxury steel sports) block - the Piaget Polo S

In one of the more unexpected watch releases of the year, Piaget – makers of slender dress watches par excellence – muscled into the crowded and competitive high-end steel sports watch category. The Polo S puts the Geneva-based brand up against popular options such as the Patek Philippe Nautilus (and Aquanaut) models, as well as … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: New kid on the (luxury steel sports) block – the Piaget Polo S appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: A watch lover’s guide to NYC, with RedBar founder Adam Craniotes

VIDEO: A watch lover’s guide to NYC, with RedBar founder Adam Craniotes

[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/180993499″] Along with Geneva and Hong Kong, New York City is one of the most important cities in the world for watches. There are, in fact, so many boutiques and high-end retailers that it’s easy to get overwhelmed. Who better to show us through the horological core of the Big Apple than one of the watch … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A watch lover’s guide to NYC, with RedBar founder Adam Craniotes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watchmaking gods? Lunch with Philippe Dufour and Stephen Forsey.

Watchmaking gods? Lunch with Philippe Dufour and Stephen Forsey.

A report on the Naissance d’une Montre project following a lunch meeting with Philippe Dufour and Stephen Forsey with Christie's and Sincere Fine Watches in Singapore.