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Tapered triangular faceted hour and minute hands; the mid-century European dress-watch standard, used today by Patek, Vacheron, JLC.

HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Zodiaque

Jaeger-LeCoultre s Master Grande Tradition Jun 27, 2019

HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Zodiaque

When you look at Jaeger-LeCoultre’s core offerings from their Reverso and Master Collection lines it’s easy to see why the brand has something of a reputation for straight, sober watchmaking. But don’t forget that Jaeger-LeCoultre is also capable of absolute top-shelf high-complication, high-jewellery pieces like this (frankly astonishing) Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Zodiaque. So what … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre’s Master Grande Tradition Tourbillon Zodiaque appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Full metal jacket – the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000V

Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000V Casio’s G-Shock Jun 14, 2019

HANDS-ON: Full metal jacket – the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000V

Casio’s G-Shock has a reputation - and a well-deserved one, I might add - for being one of the toughest watches ever made. Way back in 1983, Kikuo Ibe, the man behind the watch, decreed that the watch needed to meet some pretty tough criteria: a 10-year battery life, water resistance of 10 bar, and … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Full metal jacket – the Casio G-Shock GMW-B5000V appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Prospex ‘Street Series’ Solar Diver SNE533P

Seiko Prospex ‘Street Series’ Solar Diver May 29, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Prospex ‘Street Series’ Solar Diver SNE533P

Seiko’s distinctive shrouded diver (commonly called the ‘Tuna Can’) is a real cult model, due in equal parts to its indestructibility and its distinctive design. It’s a watch that stands out from across the street, or in five metres of murky water - depending on how you like to use your dive watches. Having said … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Seiko Prospex ‘Street Series’ Solar Diver SNE533P appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Dressy but not delicate, the Blancpain Villeret Extra Flat 6605

Blancpain Villeret Extra Flat 6605 May 26, 2019

HANDS-ON: Dressy but not delicate, the Blancpain Villeret Extra Flat 6605

Increasingly, I’m finding myself drawn to watches that are understated, unassuming expressions of classical perfection. Which goes a long way to explaining why I was so into the Blancpain Villeret Extra Flat. This is an exquisitely simple watch. Two hands, no date and a manually wound movement. A pure expression of classical watchmaking if ever … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Dressy but not delicate, the Blancpain Villeret Extra Flat 6605 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay Bronze with slate grey dial for 2019

Tudor Black Bay Bronze May 22, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay Bronze with slate grey dial for 2019

If there was ever a case study for the difference a dial (and bezel) can make, the 2019 edition of the Tudor Black Bay Bronze with its slate grey dial is that watch. The new colour is subtle, and executed in a sophisticated manner, making for a dramatic improvement on the now discontinued khaki/brown version. … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay Bronze with slate grey dial for 2019 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bulova Chronograph A Surfboard Chronograph Limited Edition of 350 Automatic Full Hands On Review

WatchChris May 8, 2021

Bulova Chronograph A Surfboard Chronograph Limited Edition of 350 Automatic Full Hands On Review

HANDS-ON: Swimming with sharks – the Seiko Prospex SRPD21K Save the Ocean

Seiko Prospex SRPD21K Save May 22, 2019

HANDS-ON: Swimming with sharks – the Seiko Prospex SRPD21K Save the Ocean

Last year, Seiko announced their Save the Ocean initiative – a partnership between famed underwater explorer and conservationist Fabien Cousteau and Seiko Prospex. This program is aimed at raising awareness (and funds) for marine conservation. It was also a partnership that saw some very cool ‘Save the Ocean’ editions of classic Seiko divers. Well, it’s … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Swimming with sharks – the Seiko Prospex SRPD21K Save the Ocean appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: A winning package at a winning price – the Mido Multifort Patrimony

Mido May 21, 2019

HANDS-ON: A winning package at a winning price – the Mido Multifort Patrimony

Mido is one of those strange beasts in modern watchmaking – a largely under-the-radar brand that’s also owned by one of the largest corporations in the business (the Swatch Group). Already this is a good place to start, as the former factor means you can get some unexpected and unusual design choices, paired with the … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: A winning package at a winning price – the Mido Multifort Patrimony appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type

Bremont Jaguar D-Type It’s been May 9, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type

It’s been a minute or two since we’ve been treated to an automotive limited edition from the English chaps at Bremont. And can I just say, it’s been worth the wait. Today we’ve been treated to the latest chapter in their partnership with Jaguar (the first Bremont X Jag watch appeared in 2014), and this … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44

Seiko s Prospex SRPC44 Large May 8, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44

Large, and very, very gold. Felix checks out the Seiko Prospex SRPC44. And finds a fun take on the brand's classic diver.The post HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Blacked-out – the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic ceramic

Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic ceramic Apr 30, 2019

HANDS-ON: Blacked-out – the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic ceramic

In 2014, with the launch of its first Octo Finissimo (hand-wound) models, Bulgari rewrote the rules of skinny. Until then, an ultra-thin watch was defined by discreet styling, a round case, precious metal – in short, the ultimate dress watch. Then along came Octo Finissimo, with its shape-shifting trick of looking both supermodel-skinny and swaggeringly … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Blacked-out – the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hands-On: Tudor Pelagos - The Best Dive Watch!

Bark and Jack May 8, 2021

Hands-On: Tudor Pelagos - The Best Dive Watch!

HANDS-ON: The Chopard L.U.C XPS Twist Qualité Fleurier brings style, substance and sustainability to the table

Chopard L.U.C XPS Twist Apr 29, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Chopard L.U.C XPS Twist Qualité Fleurier brings style, substance and sustainability to the table

Chopard is one of the great secrets of the watchworld. The brand, which is better known for its feminine jewellery collections, produces some truly phenomenal watches, of a style and quality that rivals the best in the business. Take, for example, the Chopard L.U.C XPS Twist Qualité Fleurier (QF). It’s a gorgeous dress watch with … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Chopard L.U.C XPS Twist Qualité Fleurier brings style, substance and sustainability to the table appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar explained

Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Apr 28, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar explained

To understand the Vacheron Constantin Twin Beat, we need to begin with a universal truth: in most areas of life, the most meaningful innovations are those that address real-life needs, solving practical problems in a sensible way. And those solutions come through questioning orthodox assumptions. In the case of mechanical watches, the received wisdom is … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Twin Beat Perpetual Calendar explained appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark

IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire Apr 25, 2019

HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark

The Mark XI was the first watch that really got me ‘into’ watches, and it has endured over the decades as an icon of good, utilitarian design. Its influence has been very visible in IWC’s Pilot’s family over the years, but this watch, the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire, might be the closest we’ve seen … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer

Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer Apr 18, 2019

HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer

Worldtimers - which allow you to, at a glance, quickly determine the time anywhere across the globe - aren’t the most common complications. And typically, this level of mechanical wizardry comes at a cost. Typically. This handsome fella, the C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer from UK-based outfit Christopher Ward, bucks the trend. Before we delve into … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now

Bell & Ross Apr 18, 2019

Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now

Editor’s note: I ran into the lovely Erika a few times back at Baselworld, and it was clear she was having a good time. Her watches were flying off the shelves, and she had a collab with Bell & Ross that looked great. Her elastic parachute material straps offer a superb mix of comfort, style … ContinuedThe post Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The New 2020 Rolex Submariner White Gold Smurf!? - 126619LB Review(Hands On)

Watch Eric May 8, 2021

The New 2020 Rolex Submariner White Gold Smurf!? - 126619LB Review(Hands On)

HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 – not your average chronograph

Zenith Defy El Primero 21 Apr 15, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 – not your average chronograph

The Defy is playing an increasingly important role in Zenith’s lineup - offering a modern alternative to the Pilot’s line that has dominated the discussion for so long. And there’s a lot to like about it - modern style with a hint of retro flavour. And while the Defy spans the spectrum from accessible to … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Zenith Defy El Primero 21 – not your average chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Grand Seiko’s SBGY002, a hot new hand-wound take on the Snowflake

Grand Seiko s SBGY002 Apr 9, 2019

HANDS-ON: Grand Seiko’s SBGY002, a hot new hand-wound take on the Snowflake

It’s been an excellent crop of new releases for Grand Seiko, and hiding amidst a healthy assortment of models came this gem - the yellow gold SBGY002. Using a new hand-winding 9R31 Spring Drive movement with a power reserve of 72 hours, the new piece mates a variation of the brand’s iconic Snowflake dial with a … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Grand Seiko’s SBGY002, a hot new hand-wound take on the Snowflake appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon

Hublot Spirit Mar 28, 2019

HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon

Hublot has been growing the Spirit of Big Bang line slowly and steadily, and though the SoBB Yellow Sapphire was quite the cool addition, this new tourbillon is (in my humble opinion) easily the best new offering in the collection. The Hublot calibre HUB6020 was designed specifically for the tonneau-shaped case of the Spirit, and … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: White heat – the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic

Zenith Defy Classic Mar 26, 2019

HANDS-ON: White heat – the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic

I’m not sure if Lou Reed would have liked this watch (I hope he would have), but I know I certainly do. The modern sports line that is the Defy is an increasing priority for Zenith – a key, future-facing pillar for the brand that is both distinctive and incredibly versatile. This new version, all 41mm … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: White heat – the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT

Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT Mar 23, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT

A Hublot with soft, flowing lines. Now there’s a phrase I never thought I’d write. The Ferrari–Hublot collaboration has produced a stream of watches since 2011, each time with a different look and feel: from Big Bang variations to the outstanding MP-05 LaFerrari and, two years ago, the Techframe. But where the Techframe is all … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Has Rolex Made A Big Mistake? HANDS ON The New 2020 Submariner

Jenni Elle May 8, 2021

Has Rolex Made A Big Mistake? HANDS ON The New 2020 Submariner

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033

Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition Mar 22, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033

Seiko’s archive is full of exceptional and much-loved dive watches. One of the brightest lights in this pantheon is the 6105, a real workhorse of the 1970s, and a distinctive one at that - thanks to its large, cushiony case and a crown at four. And while the visuals of the watch certainly didn’t hurt, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – thinner, dressier

Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – Mar 20, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – thinner, dressier

Grand Seiko has just announced its latest releases at Basel 2019 and, boy, does the Spring Drive - that unique trifecta of electronic, kinetic and magnetic energy - feature strongly. But not just the Spring Drives you know and love, with that arching power reserve at eight. No, in honour of the movement’s 20th anniversary, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – thinner, dressier appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph

Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph It’s Mar 20, 2019

HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph

It’s no secret that the Octo Finissimo has been a watch that’s kick-started the heart of Bulgari’s recent string of critical hits. And now the collection has - in addition to the core time-only model, minute repeaters and tourbillons - a chronograph. And not just any chronograph, the world’s thinnest. This watch took Bulgari almost three years … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: A deep-diving Greek, the Ianos Avyssos

HANDS-ON: A deep-diving Greek, the Ianos Avyssos

In these days of globalised production and democratised design it seems like there are more micro watch brands than ever before and, really, most of them are pretty forgettable, all riffing from the same songbook/factory catalogue. So when something a little left of centre shows up, I tend to pay attention. The Ianos Avyssos is … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: A deep-diving Greek, the Ianos Avyssos appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Creux Automatiq evolve their offering with the Diamondback CA-08

HANDS-ON: Creux Automatiq evolve their offering with the Diamondback CA-08

Last year I had the pleasure of reviewing the Ghost Explorer, a contemporarily styled sports watch from Australian-based Creux Automatiq. It was a surprisingly sophisticated and solid piece of kit, so when I saw posts of their forthcoming line, the Diamondback, I was keen to get my hands on one. Fast forward to me opening … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Creux Automatiq evolve their offering with the Diamondback CA-08 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hands-On: Glashutte Original SeaQ - Is it worth a Rolex?

Bark and Jack May 8, 2021

Hands-On: Glashutte Original SeaQ - Is it worth a Rolex?