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Beginner's Guide: What’s the Difference Between Vintage and Pre-Owned Watches?
We love both. But they’re not the same thing. And as HODINKEE begins to sell pre-owned, we offer this primer on the merits of each.
Results for WOSTEP (Watchmakers of Switzerland Training and Educational Program)
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Introducing: Patek Philippe Drops A Trio Of Twenty-4s
Ahead of Watches And Wonders, the storied Geneva watchmaker doubles down on a progressive design move.
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Recommended Reading: The Captivating Restoration Of A Water-Damaged Rolex
Toe-tappin' jazz and a Rolex in dire need of some TLC.
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Happenings: Christian Selmoni To Lecture At The Horological Society Of New York
The Vacheron Constantin Heritage & Style Director will discuss the notion of time and the ingenuity devoted to its measurement.
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Wrestling legend Ric Flair reflects on all the times he lost his Rolex watches (including in a bowl of spaghetti)
Anyone who knows professional wrestling knows of the “Nature Boy” Ric Flair. The WWE Hall of Famer is an absolute legend, known for his incredible matches and charisma. When wrestling in the WWE, excelling in the ring is only one facet a wrestler needs to have. Another aspect is the character, the ability to cut … ContinuedThe post Wrestling legend Ric Flair reflects on all the times he lost his Rolex watches (including in a bowl of spaghetti) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Jaeger-LeCoultre focuses on refinement of their elegant collection for Watches & Wonders 2023
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The Early Visionaries of Independent Watchmaking
In a cry for recognition, independent watchmakers found strength in unity through the formation of L’Académie Horlogère des Créateurs Indépendants.
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Father time: Our dads and their watches
Editor’s note: To celebrate Father’s Day in the northern hemisphere we asked three Time+Tide writers to reflect on their father’s watches. None of them are particularly flashy or valuable. Yet each watch offers an intimate clue into the men behind them, commanding a special resonance for each writer on that basis alone. Luke Benedictus My … ContinuedThe post Father time: Our dads and their watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The new and improved Cartier Ballon Bleu deserves to blow up
Although it hasn’t even reached its 15th birthday, Cartier’s Ballon Bleu already holds an incredibly firm standing in the world of fine watchmaking, and amongst the litany of iconic designs stemming from the jeweller of kings. Its universal appeal, holding a perfect balance between masculinity and femininity, combined with the quintessential elements that make it … ContinuedThe post The new and improved Cartier Ballon Bleu deserves to blow up appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Unscrupulous retailers, unattainable watches: An open letter of despair about the watch world
Editor’s note: We got this letter from a Time+Tide reader in Germany who was wracked with frustration and despair. He was writing in response to this article we ran last week about the negative impact of hype and high prices on watch collecting. Alessandro’s anguish was particularly directed at certain brands who, he feels, seem … ContinuedThe post Unscrupulous retailers, unattainable watches: An open letter of despair about the watch world appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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How, When, And Why Diamond-Set Watches For Men Were Commonly Accepted And The Significant Role America Played – Reprise
Post-war United States boasted unique market conditions that allowed for diamond-set men’s watches from a variety of brands to thrive. Martin Green takes us on a journey to discover how and why diamond-set watches for men became part of the American Dream.
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QUICK LOOK: The BLUEST of All Maurice Lacroix Aikon Watches
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EDITOR’S PICK: Cooking with Chin Chin and Hublot, with Head Chef Ben Cooper
Editor’s note: Melbourne is known for a few things. It’s been voted the Most Livable City in the World, it does a lot of great cultural events, but it’s also a serious foodie destination. One of the most popular restaurants is Chin Chin, a city joint that offers an Aussie take on bold Asian flavours. … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Cooking with Chin Chin and Hublot, with Head Chef Ben Cooper appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Reinhard Meis: the almost forgotten hero in the creation of the Lange design DNA
We caught up with Reinhard Meis, the almost forgotten hero of the early Lange years, and managed to get him to talk to us about his work and philosophy.
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Tim Mosso Interviewed By Elizabeth Doerr On How The Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Launched His Love Of Watches On ‘Talking Time With Tim’ Podcast
Elizabeth Doerr guest stars on this episode of the Tim Mosso podcast but turns the tables when she ends up interviewing Tim about his history as a collector, his experience with the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso, and his views of the 90th anniversary of this famed watch. Elizabeth and Tim discuss the Reverso series at length and reflect on their favorite models from its 90-year history.
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The vintage Cartier craze and how to wear your watch (very) stylishly
Is Cartier having a moment, or is the momentum here to stay? I recently had the chance to speak with a few Cartier collectors and experts on the recent uptick that vintage watches are seeing at auction, which shed some light on why Cartier and why now. While prices of many different vintage Cartier models … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: The vintage Cartier craze and how to wear your watch (very) stylishly appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Your need-to-know guide to Minase Watches – the Japanese Prime Minister’s choice of hand-crafted wristwear
Eyebrows were raised when the long-serving Japanese Prime Minister Shinso Abe wore a bright blue piece of wristwear while attending the G20 summit a few years back, proving himself to be a watch aficionado with a taste for craftsmanship. He was wearing a Minase Divido, and that sparked many an online discussion. Personally, I’ve been … ContinuedThe post Your need-to-know guide to Minase Watches – the Japanese Prime Minister’s choice of hand-crafted wristwear appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Watch Expert Reveals The Value of Tom Brady's INSANE Watch Collection
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Montblanc Takes A Voyage Around The World In 80 Days By Land, Sea, And Air With Pens And A Smartwatch
As the world gradually reopens for travel, Montblanc’s newly introduced Around the World in 80 Days accessories collection seems that much more meaningful. Not only is it a notable assemblage of pens, leather, accessories, and a limited series Summit Lite smartwatch, it is also symbolic of a sense of adventure that has been acutely missing from our lives during the pandemic months.
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Announcing the ‘Pink Dial Project’ – an auction of pink prototypes in aid of breast cancer
The watch industry has always had a charitable streak, but never as conspicuously as it does today. Charity auctions have been a key part of the industry’s calendar for years, with the Only Watch Auction that raises money for Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, earning headlines for the watches if offers and the money it contributes. Lately … ContinuedThe post Announcing the ‘Pink Dial Project’ – an auction of pink prototypes in aid of breast cancer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Cartier Tank Talk With George Cramer And Martin Green: Behind The Scenes (Video)
Martin Green had the pleasure of participating in the Cartier #TankTalk with George Cramer, which saw Cartier's Amsterdam boutique staff sharing experiences selling these watches on a daily basis and George and Martin sharing how they perceive the different models. This gave everyone more in-depth insights, strengthened by the presence of historic Tank models as well as the entire new Must collection.
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EDITOR’S PICK: Hype and high prices are killing it for watch collectors
Editor’s note: Recently I spoke to a former salesman at a high-end Australian watch retailer. He told me that his store didn’t have a “passive waiting list” where you’re rewarded for patiently queuing up. In fact, to disoblige customers of that notion, the shop preferred a more pointedly ambiguous term: “the expression of interest list”. … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Hype and high prices are killing it for watch collectors appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Rolls Royce and Bovet team up on luxury dashboard detailing for $37m convertible
A couple of weeks ago, Rolls Royce announced a $37m four-seat convertible that would be almost entirely bespoke. Known as the Boat Tail, the car was said to have been dreamed up by one of Rolls Royce’s most important clients who was excited by the possibility of commissioning something truly magnificent with the manufacturer. The … ContinuedThe post Rolls Royce and Bovet team up on luxury dashboard detailing for $37m convertible appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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$80,000 Urwerk for a Fraction of the Money Atowak Spaceship Automatic Rotating Wondering Hour Homage
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Should you get buried wearing a favourite watch or is it the ultimate waste of time?
Jazz legend Miles Davis was buried with one of his beloved trumpets nestling by his side. The Beat Generation novelist William Burroughs was laid to rest with a loaded revolver, a sword cane, a ballpoint pen, a fedora and a joint. Frank Sinatra’s coffin meanwhile included a bottle of Jack Daniel’s, a pack of Camel … ContinuedThe post Should you get buried wearing a favourite watch or is it the ultimate waste of time? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: How to avoid getting scammed when you sell your watch and Grand Seiko blue snow
You don’t hear about watch scams very often. So when the inside story of a fiendish attempt recently emerged, we interviewed the gentleman who almost became the victim. Gautaman Senivasan is a Singapore watch collector and trader who invited a prospective buyer into his home to inspect some watches he was selling. What happened next … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: How to avoid getting scammed when you sell your watch and Grand Seiko blue snow appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Women We Love: Jessica Owens of New York
Jessica “J.J.” Owens, who started collecting watches at the age of 14, shares with us her ethos and approach as well as her unwavering passion for vintage Rolex.
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INTRODUCING: The dark panache of the Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Bol d’Or Mirabaud
The Bol d’Or Mirabaud is the world’s biggest inland lake regatta, running the length of Lake Geneva, and Hublot is celebrating its eighth consecutive year as official timekeeper, with a brand new version of its 45mm Classic Fusion Chronograph, the Classic Fusion Chronograph Bol d’Or Mirabaud. Hublot knows how to pluck at our heartstrings, with … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The dark panache of the Hublot Classic Fusion Chronograph Bol d’Or Mirabaud appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Alberta Premium Cask Strength Rye: World’s Best Whisky Of The Year 2021, But Opinions Are Divided
The Alberta Premium Cask Strength Rye was judged "World Whisky of the Year" for 2021; however professional opinions range from “a joyous experience” to "threatening to trigger the gag reflex." Ken Gargett throws caution to the wind and shares his thoughts on this opinion-splitting Canadian rye here.
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