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INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Autavia Jo Siffert Collector’s Edition, made in collaboration with Calibre 11

TAG Heuer Autavia Jo Siffert Collector’s Feb 21, 2018

INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Autavia Jo Siffert Collector’s Edition, made in collaboration with Calibre 11

Before we talk about the watch, some backstory. Calibre 11 has been one of the leading TAG Heuer resources since 2009, and the driving force behind the site is David Chalmers. A quick search of my email archive tells me that I’ve known David since 2011, and I’ve always been impressed not only by his … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Autavia Jo Siffert Collector’s Edition, made in collaboration with Calibre 11 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The sporty TAG Heuer Link Calibre 17 Chronograph

TAG Heuer Link Calibre 17 Chronograph Feb 19, 2018

INTRODUCING: The sporty TAG Heuer Link Calibre 17 Chronograph

Last year, I went hands-on with the sleek three-handed TAG Heuer Link, which saw itself revived into the men’s collection after letting the ladies Link have the first turn in 2016. While the makeover leaned more towards the elegant side of the Link’s sporting elegance roots, this year sees a sportier return to the collection, with … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The sporty TAG Heuer Link Calibre 17 Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Franck Muller Crazy Hours 15th Anniversary collection

Franck Muller Feb 18, 2018

INTRODUCING: The Franck Muller Crazy Hours 15th Anniversary collection

I don’t know about you, but the only thing on my mind when I’m at a resort on vacation is how many trips to the breakfast buffet is considered too much (more than five apparently, if the appalled looks of fellow diners was anything to go by). However, for watchmaker and eponymous brand founder Franck … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Franck Muller Crazy Hours 15th Anniversary collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: The Rolex Submariner, deconstructed

Rolex Submariner deconstructed If you Feb 14, 2018

RECOMMENDED READING: The Rolex Submariner, deconstructed

If you follow the world of independent watchmaking you’re likely familiar with the name Peter Speake-Marin. Until recently, Speake-Marin was the man behind the eponymous watch brand. After 17 years, the English watchmaker stepped away from the brand (which is still in business) and announced a new venture – The Naked Watchmaker - a site that … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The Rolex Submariner, deconstructed appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WHO TO FOLLOW: Greg Yuna AKA Mr Flawless, jeweller to the stars

WHO TO FOLLOW: Greg Yuna AKA Mr Flawless, jeweller to the stars

Once known as ‘Mr Flawless’, Greg Yuna is an entrepreneur and custom jeweller to celebrities like Drake, Floyd Mayweather Jr and Meek Mill. We talk custom watches with Greg, to gain some insight into one of the more controversial parts of the watch industry. How did you get your start customising watches? I started with … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: Greg Yuna AKA Mr Flawless, jeweller to the stars appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: A prestigious new entry point – the Vacheron Constantin FiftySix

Vacheron Constantin FiftySix Making luxury watches Feb 11, 2018

HANDS-ON: A prestigious new entry point – the Vacheron Constantin FiftySix

Making luxury watches more approachable without compromising quality is a delicate art, and one that Vacheron Constantin have been quite successful at in recent years. With the unveiling of their all-new FiftySix collection, they have reaffirmed their commitment to delivering some serious, value-packed offerings. All told, the collection is comprised of six models, three in … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: A prestigious new entry point – the Vacheron Constantin FiftySix appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ep. #61 – Two Broke Watch Snobs Christmas Special

Two Broke Watch Snobs

Ep. #61 – Two Broke Watch Snobs Christmas Special

It's that time of year, #watchfam - it's Christmas! So to ring in the most wonderful time of the year this week's show is the "Two Broke Watch Snobs Xmas Special!" Mike and Kaz share their prediction for the upcoming horological year. The snobs also talk about some personal goals they have for their collections.

INSIGHT: A Due double take – two perspectives on the smaller Panerai Luminor Due models

Panerai Luminor Due models Ever Feb 10, 2018

INSIGHT: A Due double take – two perspectives on the smaller Panerai Luminor Due models

Ever since we first saw them at SIHH, the collective Time+Tide team has been crushing hard on the new Luminor Due models, particularly the 38 and 42mm offerings. Now, obviously these are watches with strong cross-gender appeal, so we thought it’d be a smart idea to get two takes on these models, courtesy of slender-wristed … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: A Due double take – two perspectives on the smaller Panerai Luminor Due models appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTERVIEW: 15 minutes with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – “Elegance is an attitude”

Longines Ambassador Feb 7, 2018

INTERVIEW: 15 minutes with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – “Elegance is an attitude”

Time is a funny thing. The PR schedule was fast and furious when Longines Ambassador of Elegance Aishwarya Rai Bachchan held court at her Four Seasons suite during the afternoon prior to the Sydney opening of Longines’ flagship boutique. But sitting in front of the world’s most famous grey-green eyes, as they surveyed the harbour … ContinuedThe post INTERVIEW: 15 minutes with Aishwarya Rai Bachchan – “Elegance is an attitude” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: H. Moser & Cie. step outside their comfort zone with new Endeavour Flying Hours

H. Moser & Cie step outside Feb 6, 2018

HANDS-ON: H. Moser & Cie. step outside their comfort zone with new Endeavour Flying Hours

When you think of H. Moser, a select handful of words come to mind: classic, traditional and, of course, fumé. There’s also the other side of the business that loves taking potshots at the industry with its polarising marketing tactics (as we all saw once again during SIHH), but in the halls of SIHH our … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: H. Moser & Cie. step outside their comfort zone with new Endeavour Flying Hours appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 4, colour, material and finish

A. Lange & Sohne Feb 6, 2018

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 4, colour, material and finish

Think of Lange’s colour palette and the word ‘sober’ probably springs to mind. Or restrained. Limited. Calm. Muted. Subdued. Discreet. Anything but vivid and daring. Now, let’s for a moment think not of A. Lange & Söhne but only of the colours: white, black, grey (dials); black again, brown, (straps); pink gold, white gold (platinum … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 4, colour, material and finish appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The new Bell & Ross BR V2 Steel Heritage models

Bell & Ross BR V2 Steel Heritage Feb 5, 2018

INTRODUCING: The new Bell & Ross BR V2 Steel Heritage models

With aeronautical instruments remaining a main source of inspiration for Bell & Ross, it’s fair to say they’re passionate about aviation. And while we’ve come to expect flight-ready four-sided designs from the Parisian brand, last year’s third-generation Vintage collection not only evoked the look of instrument panels from aircraft of the 1960s but also featured … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The new Bell & Ross BR V2 Steel Heritage models appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 2, the detail in the dial

A. Lange & Sohne Feb 2, 2018

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 2, the detail in the dial

There are few dials as instantly recognisable in the world of modern watchmaking as that of the Lange 1. This circular watch, with its off-centre hours and minutes dial, subsidiary seconds, power reserve and that instantly recognisable big date. In the opinion of Caragh McKay, watches and jewellery director at Wallpaper* (and founder of McKay … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 2, the detail in the dial appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Fun in the sun – the Seiko Prospex SSC673P diver’s chronograph

Seiko Prospex SSC673P diver’s chronograph Feb 2, 2018

HANDS-ON: Fun in the sun – the Seiko Prospex SSC673P diver’s chronograph

If you’re looking for a watch with bells, whistles and some serious style, you should probably check out this feature-heavy diver, the Seiko Prospex SSC673P. It’s part of a series of three limited edition blacked-out divers called - appropriately enough - the Black Series. The other watches are time-only affairs, in automatic and solar configurations, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Fun in the sun – the Seiko Prospex SSC673P diver’s chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness – the Seiko Prospex SNE493P

Seiko Prospex SNE493P Late last Feb 1, 2018

HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness – the Seiko Prospex SNE493P

Late last year, Seiko announced a series of limited edition Prospex divers, featuring blacked-out cases and the evocative name of ‘The Black Series’. The story behind the name and the black-and-orange concept is the murky, mysterious world of night diving. But honestly, for me this watch is less about the story behind it and more … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness – the Seiko Prospex SNE493P appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 1, design approach & method

A. Lange & Sohne Jan 31, 2018

INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 1, design approach & method

In this first part of a four part series on the design of A. Lange & Söhne we look at the underpinnings of their design approach.The post INSIGHT: Designing A. Lange & Söhne – part 1, design approach & method appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: 4 outstanding new Cartier watches from SIHH

Cartier watches from SIHH Visiting Jan 30, 2018

VIDEO: 4 outstanding new Cartier watches from SIHH

Visiting Cartier at SIHH is always an experience. Not only does the floorspace of the maison’s booth outstrip that of any other, but there’s always a sense of effortless cool, matched only by the sort of self-assurance that only comes from having been masters of your craft for a long, long time. Cartier Santos de … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 4 outstanding new Cartier watches from SIHH appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger’s Sky-Dweller – Mirka Federer’s Rolex Yacht-Master is next level

Rolex Yacht-Master Jan 28, 2018

WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger’s Sky-Dweller – Mirka Federer’s Rolex Yacht-Master is next level

Last night, Roger Federer confirmed his GOAT status with his sixth Australian Open win, beating 29-year-old Marin Cilic in three hours in the sweltering Melbourne heat. Roger Federer - the first man to win 20 Grand Slam titles - is one of Rolex’s most important international testimonees, so it was no surprise he was … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Forget Roger’s Sky-Dweller – Mirka Federer’s Rolex Yacht-Master is next level appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Planétarium

HANDS-ON: The Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Planétarium

While we all know that Van Cleef & Arpels love a bit of poetry, I get the feeling that they also have a major thing for swans. Huh, what? You know, the way swans glide across the water, all elegance and beauty, no visible effort – while paddling furiously beneath the surface. Well, that’s how … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Van Cleef & Arpels Lady Arpels Planétarium appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years”

IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Jan 25, 2018

HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years”

Is the IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years” might be the best version of the Portugieser yet? We think so.The post HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Bausele Terra Australis “Red Back”

Bausele Terra Australis “Red Back” Jan 25, 2018

HANDS-ON: The Bausele Terra Australis “Red Back”

When Felix first took a peek at the Terra Australis made by Aussie watch company Bausele, what he saw before him – to paraphrase his own words – was the preliminary sketch before the finished painting. Fast-forward to today and those metaphorical pencil marks are now barely visible under brushstrokes of paint, with the brand … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Bausele Terra Australis “Red Back” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Armchair Picks: Frank’s Top 3 From SIHH 2018

Armchair Picks: Frank’s Top 3 From SIHH 2018

The most important watch fair of the year is over. But while the memories of SIHH 2018 remain fresh, now is the perfect time to reflect on and evaluate the novelties that were presented by the many manufactures that participated.

HANDS-ON: Feeling Blue With the Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 Blue Ceramic

Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 Blue Jan 24, 2018

HANDS-ON: Feeling Blue With the Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 Blue Ceramic

Hublot is another one of those brands that polarises watch enthusiasts, and rightfully so. On one hand, the brand is constantly releasing new product with boundary-pushing design, and engaging in partnerships with every industry, charity, and destination one can imagine, eventually pushing us all to the point I lovingly refer to as THS - Total Hublot … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Feeling Blue With the Hublot Big Bang Meca-10 Blue Ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize Date

Casio ns are more relaxed Jan 23, 2018

HANDS-ON: The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize Date

While the rules about how a man should dress for formal occasions are more relaxed than in the past, they are still governed by the principles of timelessness: elegance, discretion, refinement and restraint. Self-expression and individuality are all very well, but wearing a chunky, sporty watch with a dinner suit (or even a formal business … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Outsize Date appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Edition “150 Years”

IWC Portugieser Chronograph Edition “150 Jan 22, 2018

HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Edition “150 Years”

IWC’s Portugieser line is, in Australia at least, one of their most popular - and, of all the models, one of the perennial favourites is the classically handsome Portugieser Chronograph. Which is why we’re particularly interested in the Portugieser Chronograph Edition “150 Years”. Quick recap in case you’ve been living under a rock for the last … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Edition “150 Years” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: Andrew’s top 5 watches from SIHH 2018, including Panerai, IWC and JLC

Panerai IWC Jan 21, 2018

LIST: Andrew’s top 5 watches from SIHH 2018, including Panerai, IWC and JLC

This was my 12th consecutive watch fair, so you’d think I’d be used to it by now. But once again, the pace of our unforgiving SIHH 2018 schedule, the endless tracking around in circles at the Palexpo opposite Geneva Airport, and the maelstrom of releases left me – on day four – somewhere between giddy … ContinuedThe post LIST: Andrew’s top 5 watches from SIHH 2018, including Panerai, IWC and JLC appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT

Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT Jan 20, 2018

HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT is, in marked contrast to the Polaris Automatic, a complex beast indeed, with (as you could probably guess) both chronograph and world time functionality in the one case. It’s not the first time we’ve seen this complication-combo, as the very impressive Calibre 752 pops up in sportier parts of their … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Chronograph WT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Ulysse Nardin get their Freak Vision on at SIHH 2018

Ulysse Nardin get their Freak Vision Jan 17, 2018

HANDS-ON: Ulysse Nardin get their Freak Vision on at SIHH 2018

After a warm reception to the forward-thinking Freak-based Ulysse Nardin Innovision 2 at SIHH in 2017, the highly anticipated production variant - dubbed the Freak Vision - took centre-stage at the brand’s ocean-themed booth at SIHH. Of the original 10 patents (four issued, six pending) that found their way into the concept watch, three have … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Ulysse Nardin get their Freak Vision on at SIHH 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: 4 standout Girard-Perregaux watches from SIHH 2018

Girard-Perregaux watches from SIHH 2018 Jan 16, 2018

VIDEO: 4 standout Girard-Perregaux watches from SIHH 2018

It’s clear that Girard-Perregaux have decided they’re onto a winner with their sporty-yet-luxurious Laureato, as new versions of the model dominated the brand’s SIHH 2018 line-up. Laureato Chronograph The piece I gravitated towards was the Laureato Chronograph, a modular upgrade to the regular automatic; the familiar Clous de Paris texture of the dial joined by … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 4 standout Girard-Perregaux watches from SIHH 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Montblanc 1858 Chronograph

Montblanc 1858 Chronograph According Jan 14, 2018

HANDS-ON: The Montblanc 1858 Chronograph

According to Montblanc’s Head of Watches, Davide Cerrato, the 1858 collection - the star of their SIHH 2018 lineup - is a “very important second sports line, one that really extends the offer of Montblanc, an offer that before was completely focused on classical watches”. At the core of the 1858 collection’s identity is its vintage … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Montblanc 1858 Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.