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Tool Watch vs Dress Watch

The two ends of the wristwatch axis: utility vs formality. The Submariner / Calatrava extremes and the 1972 Royal Oak hybrid.
Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco will make you rethink how you wear a dress watch Time+Tide
Jul 22, 2022

Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco will make you rethink how you wear a dress watch

Recently I found myself stuck on a long-distance flight in cattle class lodged between two badly behaved, small children. Worse still, they happened to be my own. Finally the four-year-old fell asleep sprawled across my lap – presumably worn out by all the energy he’d expended kicking the seat of the unfortunate passenger in front … ContinuedThe post Al Pacino in Donnie Brasco will make you rethink how you wear a dress watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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How the Rolex Submariner went from bulletproof tool watch to stone-cold classic Time+Tide
Rolex Submariner went from bulletproof Jun 18, 2022

How the Rolex Submariner went from bulletproof tool watch to stone-cold classic

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the story behind the watch, its evolution over the years, famous (and infamous) wearers, the classic references, and the contemporary versions you should be checking out. This week it’s the Rolex … ContinuedThe post How the Rolex Submariner went from bulletproof tool watch to stone-cold classic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic 46mm is a supersized tool watch that’s built for action Time+Tide
Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic May 23, 2022

INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic 46mm is a supersized tool watch that’s built for action

There are times in life when a standard amount of French fries just won’t do. Or a measly two pairs of socks. Why should you settle? Go big. You, my friend, require a silo of deep-fried starch sticks with extra ketchup. Likewise, a 24-pack bale of tube socks is the minimum quantity to meet your … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Hamilton Khaki Navy Frogman Automatic 46mm is a supersized tool watch that’s built for action appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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The Panerai Luminor is a tool watch with heavyweight punch Time+Tide
Panerai Luminor Mar 5, 2022

The Panerai Luminor is a tool watch with heavyweight punch

Welcome to The Icons, a series where we take a horological deep dive into the most legendary watches of all time. We’ll delve into the story behind the watch, its evolution over the years, famous (and infamous) wearers, the classic references, and the contemporary versions you should be checking out. Introduction: The Panerai Luminor When … ContinuedThe post The Panerai Luminor is a tool watch with heavyweight punch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Giving your dress watch a dressing down - four winning options for casual wear Time+Tide
Dec 12, 2021

Giving your dress watch a dressing down - four winning options for casual wear

I’m a big fan of dress watches. Much to my chagrin, they often come with the stigma that they can only be worn in certain situations. I stand firmly in the camp that dress watches can be enjoyed casually. Below are my picks for dress watches that look just as good dressed down as they … ContinuedThe post Giving your dress watch a dressing down – four winning options for casual wear appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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When high fashion collides with high function - the paradox of the haute couture tool watch Time+Tide
Rado x Nov 14, 2021

When high fashion collides with high function - the paradox of the haute couture tool watch

Okay, weird question: Can a high fashion house known for made-to-measure dresses, luxurious silk scarves or fine handbags produce a legitimate tool watch? What? Who would even ask something like that? What kind of weirdo are you?!! Me, that’s who. I’m your huckleberry. I’m the one who will ask “why not?” more often than “why?”.  … ContinuedThe post When high fashion collides with high function – the paradox of the haute couture tool watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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The Delft Watch Works Oostpoort delivers casual dress vibes at a compelling price Time+Tide
Nov 6, 2021

The Delft Watch Works Oostpoort delivers casual dress vibes at a compelling price

In an era of smartphones and smartwatches, the traditional timepiece became a bit of a niche accessory. Why, after all, should you spend your expendable cash on a luxury object that is, in a practical sense, essentially redundant? But the watch community is growing at an exponential rate, with more and more people finding themselves … ContinuedThe post The Delft Watch Works Oostpoort delivers casual dress vibes at a compelling price appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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MICRO MONDAYS: The Arctic Explorer Signature Series from Tool Watch Co. Time+Tide
Oct 11, 2021

MICRO MONDAYS: The Arctic Explorer Signature Series from Tool Watch Co.

What constitutes the ultimate tool watch for you? Should the case be made of durable materials? Do you want a movement that’s robust, reliable and easy to service? Should the size be small enough so it’s not prone to daily encounters with a door jam? It’s these type of questions that Tool Watch Co. (I … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: The Arctic Explorer Signature Series from Tool Watch Co. appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Pierce Brosnan really loves a dress watch and is fed up of Bond Time+Tide
Jun 30, 2021

Pierce Brosnan really loves a dress watch and is fed up of Bond

Getting frustrated wondering if you’ll ever get to see the endlessly delayed new James Bond film, No Time To Die? Well, count yourself lucky that you’re not Pierce Brosnan. The actor who stepped into 007’s shoes to play Bond from 1995 to 2002, admitted last week that he’s fed up of getting quizzed as to … ContinuedThe post Pierce Brosnan really loves a dress watch and is fed up of Bond appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Watch vs Wild - Epic photo essay of the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic on the wrist in rugged Tasmania Time+Tide
Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic Jun 8, 2021

Watch vs Wild - Epic photo essay of the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic on the wrist in rugged Tasmania

There was a moment during the all-action Tasmanian launch of the Rado Captain Cook in high-tech ceramic that neatly summed up how this launch was different to others. It was an awkward one if I’m completely honest. Because after diving into the six-degree temperature water of a lake at Derby, in the north east of … ContinuedThe post Watch vs Wild – Epic photo essay of the Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic on the wrist in rugged Tasmania appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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The Return Of The Dress Watch! Back From The Brink With 5 New Watches From Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Chopard, And Montblanc Quill & Pad
Vacheron Constantin Chopard May 10, 2021

The Return Of The Dress Watch! Back From The Brink With 5 New Watches From Patek Philippe, Vacheron Constantin, Chopard, And Montblanc

“Dress watches” were initially just “watches.” While their popularity may have dwindled over the years as more casual and sporty watches have taken off, many brands have stayed faithful to the concept of the dress watch as Martin Green highlights here with five beautiful new examples.

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INTRODUCING: A return to the dapper dress watch with Swiss-manufactured debut brand, Fifty Eight Time+Tide
Ming last week May 2, 2021

INTRODUCING: A return to the dapper dress watch with Swiss-manufactured debut brand, Fifty Eight

OK, I admit that I can be self-contradictory. While proclaiming last week that I enjoy the thrill of breaking established dress codes with a banged-up diver’s watch under a formal shirt sleeve, what I’m secretly longing for is the chance to dress up properly, and that does include the watch. In Norway we’re still semi-locked … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A return to the dapper dress watch with Swiss-manufactured debut brand, Fifty Eight appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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HANDS ON: The Christopher Ward C1 Worldglow is redefining the dress watch with some serious playfulness Time+Tide
Christopher Ward C1 Worldglow Feb 3, 2021

HANDS ON: The Christopher Ward C1 Worldglow is redefining the dress watch with some serious playfulness

At a time when there is limited opportunity for travellers to jet around the world, there is a perverse brilliance in the timing of the British designed, Swiss-made Christopher Ward C1 Worldglow – a source of much-needed light at the end of the tunnel, and that’s before we even mention the lume factor.  The genesis … ContinuedThe post HANDS ON: The Christopher Ward C1 Worldglow is redefining the dress watch with some serious playfulness appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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We made a tribute video to the baddest DOXA ever, which is about to sell out Time+Tide
Doxa ever which Aug 28, 2020

We made a tribute video to the baddest DOXA ever, which is about to sell out

It’s no secret that we are massive fanboys (and girls) of DOXA. It’s why we’re the Australian distributor for the brand. Do we distribute lots of brands? No, just one. We believe DOXA offer some of the best bang for buck on the market for the watch lover – whether it’s at the higher end … ContinuedThe post We made a tribute video to the baddest DOXA ever, which is about to sell out appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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HANDS-ON: The new DOXA SUB 300 is slimmer, COSC-certified and more refined than its tool watch origins Time+Tide
Doxa SUB 300 Aug 11, 2020

HANDS-ON: The new DOXA SUB 300 is slimmer, COSC-certified and more refined than its tool watch origins

The meteoric resurrection of DOXA over the last 18 months has been both exciting and heartwarming to witness. What started out as a strong showing at Baselworld 2019 (think solid gold SUB 200T and SUB 200) has been followed by a succession of compelling offerings that neatly bridge the gap between heritage and contemporary watchmaking. … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The new DOXA SUB 300 is slimmer, COSC-certified and more refined than its tool watch origins appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Resonance Watches Compared: F.P. Journe vs. Armin Strom vs. Beat Haldimann, And The Pros And Cons Of Each Quill & Pad
F.P. Journe vs Armin Strom vs Jul 26, 2020

Resonance Watches Compared: F.P. Journe vs. Armin Strom vs. Beat Haldimann, And The Pros And Cons Of Each

Many people believe resonance to be very rare, when in fact every single timekeeping device (yes, even quartz) is a resonant mechanism. But clocks and watches featuring resonance as we generally understand it in watchmaking are few and far between. In the last few decades, less than a handful of highly skilled watchmakers have taken up the challenge of creating a resonance watch. Here, Joshua Munchow looks at the pros and cons of the different approaches taken by the three leaders in this technology.

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MICRO MONDAYS: Ollech & Wajs are the tool watch company you should check out if utilitarian is your thing Time+Tide
Jul 5, 2020

MICRO MONDAYS: Ollech & Wajs are the tool watch company you should check out if utilitarian is your thing

This week on Micro Mondays, we are looking at a brand that is a little older than most of the watch manufacturers we feature in this column - Ollech & Wajs. And what a story the company has … This might be one of the best-kept secrets in the watch industry, with the Zurich-based company … ContinuedThe post MICRO MONDAYS: Ollech & Wajs are the tool watch company you should check out if utilitarian is your thing appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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OPINION: Will COVID hammer the final nail into the coffin of the dress watch? Time+Tide
Jul 3, 2020

OPINION: Will COVID hammer the final nail into the coffin of the dress watch?

Having moved house last year, I finally got around to collecting the last remaining items from our storage facility last weekend. All that was left was a forlorn collection of those random bits and pieces that you barely use, but can’t quite stomach throwing out. There was a box of bedraggled Christmas decorations, a tennis … ContinuedThe post OPINION: Will COVID hammer the final nail into the coffin of the dress watch? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Apples to Apples: Longines HydroConquest Vs. Oris Aquis, specs, pricing and value propositions compared Time+Tide
Longines HydroConquest Vs Oris Aquis Jun 18, 2020

Apples to Apples: Longines HydroConquest Vs. Oris Aquis, specs, pricing and value propositions compared

We want to start this post with a shoutout to some YouTube commenters by the name of Nicolas, Hani and Lee. This trio recently commented on the Longines HydroConquest 41mm in Khaki Green video and each echoed the same sentiments, which to paraphrase, are: “We are in doubt between this Longines and an Oris Aquis.” … ContinuedThe post Apples to Apples: Longines HydroConquest Vs. Oris Aquis, specs, pricing and value propositions compared appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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