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In Conversation with Zenith Watch’s Romain Marietta (Video)
Discovering the genesis of Zenith’s twenty-first century chronograph movement: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21.
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Baselworld 2017 Breitling Navitimer Rattrapante Watch
The first complication of its kind for the brand, the Breitling Navitimer Rattrapante is equipped with 2 patented innovations showcasing the brand's prowess
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One Complicated Patek Philippe Pocket Watch from the US Antiques Roadshow in 2004
Finally a clip we have been wanting to show you for a while from the US Antiques Roadshow on one epic Patek Philippe Pocketwatch!
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Hublot’s Concrete Watch Celebrates Street Art
Partnering with street artist Tristan Eaton, Hublot debuts the Classic Fusion Aerofusion Concrete Jungle.
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Throwback Sundays: Six Recommendations for a Seiko Watch, from Our Archives
In this week's Throwback Sundays article, we feature six wonderful Seiko watches, from our archives. Click here to find out more!
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5 Watches Selling WAY Under Retail Right Now (Buy Before Prices Go Up!)
Online since 1999, 1,000+ brands, and right now up to 60% off Tudor, Breitling, Omega, and Tissot. The catch: you typically get Jomashop's warranty, around 2 years on the listings we checked, instead of the brand's wa...
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Dispatches From A Faraway Land - The Piaget Altiplano Scrimshaw Engraving Watch
The art of scrimshaw is surrounded by layer upon layer of romance, tradition and controversy. Originating on whaling ships, where whalebone and marine ivory (mostly from walrus tusks) was plentiful, scrimshaw involves engraving on bone or ivory, with pigment applied to bring out the design. One of the great classics of American literature, Herman Melville’s […]
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F.P. Journe’s 5 piece watch set to commemorate the end of an era
F.P. Journe releases an exclusive 5 piece set limited to 38 sets to commemorate the end of an era. 38 exclusive collector’s sets containing 5 emblematic and historic watches in 38 mm.
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Audemars Piguet unveils Michael Schumacher watch
Audemars Piguet launches its new Royal Oak Concept Laptimer Michael Schumacher in a mix of joy and sadness. “This is the most challenging launch ever, for both technical and emotional reasons,” explained Audemars Piguet CEO, François Bennahmias, during a press launch at the Schumacher’s family ranch in Givrins, Switzerland. In 2010, during a visit to […]
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Cartier’s Power Watch Of The 2010’s
The Rotonde de Cartier is one of the newer models (or better to say not vintage models) in the Cartier collection and dates back to 2006, when Cartier introduced this new mens model, as a ‘Time Only’ with Grande date. At the time it was introduced, the collection needed a universal case for the men’s […]
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A. Lange & Sohne pocket watch
A. Lange & Sohne has been producing beautiful watches since 1845, with a 40+ year gap, when Glashutte was under GDR rule, where no luxury timepieces were manufactured. As many know, the company was revived in 1990, and started production in 1994. But sometimes, the old pieces are still as beautiful, and here is aRead More
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Is THIS the ULTIMATE Rolex Daytona?!
At the time of recording, the exchange rate was 1 GBP = 1.33 USD. Please note that exchange rates fluctuate, so the conversion may differ when you view this video. Always check current exchange rates for the most accu...
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Serica’s 6190 TXD brings back the tuxedo dial
Serica takes its familiar field‑watch architecture and dresses it up for casino night with a enamelled tuxedo dial.The post Serica’s 6190 TXD brings back the tuxedo dial appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Worn & Wound
A Tale of Two MAEN Manhattans
As watch collectors and enthusiasts know, the devil is in the details – whether it’s a pop of color, a date window, or a line of text, we know that subtle differences can make significant impacts. Sometimes these details don’t necessarily make or break a watch; rather they bring out different characteristics or evoke certain emotions. In the case of the MAEN x Worn & Wound Manhattan LE and the regular production Manhattan, we get two (maybe even three) different vibes altogether. As watch collectors and enthusiasts know, the devil is in the details – whether it’s a pop of color, a date window, or a line of text, we know that subtle differences can make significant impacts. Sometimes these details don’t necessarily make or break a watch; rather they bring out different characteristics or evoke certain emotions. In the case of the MAEN x Worn & Wound Manhattan LE and the regular production Manhattan, we get two (maybe even three) different vibes altogether. The post A Tale of Two MAEN Manhattans appeared first on Worn & Wound.
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What Sealed The Deal: Colin’s Sinn 903 Chronograph
This is the story of T+T reader Colin's Sinn 903 Chronograph, which is based on a Breitling Navitimer dial.The post What Sealed The Deal: Colin’s Sinn 903 Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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How Dials Are Made At The Glashütte Original Dial Factory In Pforzheim, Germany
Glashütte Original dial factory manager Michael Baumann guided Bhanu Chropa through the complex process of manufacturing dials. He explained that depending on the complications of a given watch model, it takes 70 to 80 steps to manufacture a perfect dial. See for yourself in this interesting personal tour behind the scenes in Pforzheim, Germany.
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Revisiting The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time: The Ultimate Luxury Travel Watch
Is the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time the ultimate luxury travel watch? We went hands-on to find out! What We Love The versatility of the piece, being a sports watch that dresses up or down Ease of use of the Dual Time function and quick set date The brushed silver dial really stands out with an easy-to-read layout. What We Don’t The watch can wear on the larger side, especially on the bracelet The bezel is prone to surface marks, like most polished metal bezels The strap thickness at the base tends to flare out a little, depending on your wrist shape and size Overall Rating: 8.75 / 10 Value for Money: 8/10 Wearability: 8.5/10 Design: 9/10 Build Quality: 9.5/10 This article was originally published as Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Review: Is It The Ultimate Luxury Travel Watch? There’s something special about a watch that can seamlessly blend luxury with everyday practicality – and that’s exactly what Vacheron Constantin has achieved with the Overseas Dual Time. As part of the brand’s legendary Overseas collection, this piece is designed for those who appreciate fine watchmaking but also need something versatile enough to handle life on the move. With its sporty yet sophisticated aesthetic, an in-house movement built for precision, and a clever dual-time function that makes tracking multiple time zones effortless, the Overseas Dual Time is a serious contender for the ultimate travel watch, which for a guy who has a Rolex GMT “Batgirl” as ...
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The Jaeger-LeCoultre You Can’t Stop Looking At
Unboxing the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control Calendar (Ref. Q4148450). From the effortlessly complicated dial—with moonphase, small seconds, day, month and pointer date—to the timeless design and top-notch finishi...
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Tool Watch Revolution: Utilitarian Goes Upmarket; There’s More - Much More - Than Rolex! - Reprise
Tool watches continue their evolution among the watch industry’s most luxurious and coveted brands. Here Chris Malburg explores where their evolution has gone and might still go.
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Tool Watch Revolution: Utilitarian Goes Upmarket; There’s More Than Rolex! - Reprise
Tool watches continue their evolution among the watch industry’s most luxurious and coveted brands. Here Chris Malburg explores where their evolution has gone and might still go.
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CODE41: The subversive watch brand that dared to tell the truth and its latest crazy idea…
Interviewing the CEOs of watch brands can prove to be a tiring business. You have to circumnavigate all that smiling evasion, the confected optimism and promises for exciting releases “coming soon but which we can’t talk about yet”. Claudio D’Amore, the CEO of CODE 41, is very different. While most of the watch industry relies … ContinuedThe post CODE41: The subversive watch brand that dared to tell the truth and its latest crazy idea… appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Fortis… Tool Watches in Black Turtlenecks: Artist and Watch Collaborations - Part 2
Synonomous with "tool watch," Fortis risked it all with artsy pieces that compromised the backbone to their reputation time and time again.
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HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time is a seriously luxurious travel watch
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas collection represents sports watch pedigree through and through and the Dual Time is no exception. While the collection features everything from simple three-handed time-only watches all the way to tourbillons and perpetual calendars, arguably the most important complication for a sports watch is the GMT function. After all, what self-respecting professional … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time is a seriously luxurious travel watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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OMEGA Accidentally Made the Perfect Seamaster
Is the OMEGA Seamaster No Time to Die the best modern Seamaster? In this hands-on review of the titanium Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition, I explore what makes this James Bond watch so good, the mesh bracelet clasp th...
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RECOMMENDED READING: The heartwarming tale of Baghdad’s last watch repairman
When we think of watchmakers, we immediately think of European and Japanese artisans. But to ensure our watches remain in tip-top shape, watchmakers around the world and of varying backgrounds all work hard to ensure the immortality of our timepieces. Earlier this month AFP via Prestige shone a spotlight on 52 year-old Youssef Abdelkarim, a … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The heartwarming tale of Baghdad’s last watch repairman appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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MY WATCH STORY: Sam’s Montblanc 1858 Automatic Dual Time
Editor’s Note: We don’t want to blow Sam’s cover, because My Watch Story subjects are guaranteed a high degree of anonymity. But let’s just say, Sam might not have ever seen you, but if you’re partial to a wide, wide range of clothing brands – most recently UNIQLO – you will probably have seen him. … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: Sam’s Montblanc 1858 Automatic Dual Time appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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EVENT: 7 short quotes that sum up why the event in Sydney last Friday night was a pretty big deal for Omega
Watch events come and watch events go, but last Friday night’s star-studded extravaganza that started at the new Omega boutique in Sydney’s Martin Place, and carried on to a straight-out-of-a-movie private harbourside manor will not be forgotten quickly. Here are seven quotes from the night that speak volumes about the significance of what took place. “This is the … ContinuedThe post EVENT: 7 short quotes that sum up why the event in Sydney last Friday night was a pretty big deal for Omega appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time Review: Is It The Ultimate Luxury Travel Watch?
The Vacheron Constantin Overseas Dual Time is a piece I’ve wanted to review for a while now, and finally, my wish has come true. So, how did it live up to expectations? What We Love The versatility of the piece being a sports watch that dresses up or down Ease of use of the Dual Time function and quick set date The brushed silver dial really stands out with an easy to read layout. What We Don’t The watch can wear on the larger side, especially on the bracelet The bezel is prone to surface marks, like most polished metal bezels The strap thickness at the base tends to flare out a little depending on your wrist shape and size Overall Rating: 8.75 / 10 Value for Money: 8/10 Wearability: 8.5/10 Design: 9/10 Build Quality: 9.5/10 There’s something special about a watch that can seamlessly blend luxury with everyday practicality – and that’s exactly what Vacheron Constantin has achieved with the Overseas Dual Time. As part of the brand’s legendary Overseas collection, this piece is designed for those who appreciate fine watchmaking but also need something versatile enough to handle life on the move. With its sporty-yet-sophisticated aesthetic, an in-house movement built for precision, and a clever dual-time function that makes tracking multiple time zones effortless, the Overseas Dual Time is a serious contender for the ultimate travel watch, which for a guy who has a Rolex GMT “Batgirl” as his normal go-to travel piece, this is saying something. But, first, ...
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INSIGHT: Speedmaster, Seamaster, Railmaster - which Omega 1957 Trilogy watch is right for you?
Seeing Omega’s 1957 Trilogy 60th Anniversary boxed set in the metal was one of the highlights of Baselworld this year for Andrew, Andy and myself. Not least because we realised that seeing these three pitch perfect reissues in one place ever again was unlikely, given the astonishing demand. And while getting your hands on the … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Speedmaster, Seamaster, Railmaster – which Omega 1957 Trilogy watch is right for you? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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This Or That: Watches Under $300 Edition #seiko #casio
Winner stays, watches under $300.