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Rado s Tradition Captain Cook Oct 30, 2018

VIDEO: Looking back to the future with Rado’s Tradition Captain Cook Mark III

The other day we showed you the very heritage-inspired Captain Cook Mark II from Rado. Well, now it’s time for the other side of the coin, the modern take on an old classic. Meet the Rado Tradition Captain Cook Mark III. On paper, it’s a titanium-cased diver with an internal bezel. On the wrist, it’s … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Looking back to the future with Rado’s Tradition Captain Cook Mark III appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Tudor s Black Bay Chrono Oct 30, 2018

EDITOR’S PICK: Tudor’s Black Bay Chrono – greater than the sum of its parts?

Editor’s note: The thing I love most about Tudor is their capacity to surprise. They get me every single time. I mean, every time a new watch is announced I know it’s probably going to be a Black Bay, but they still manage to defy expectations. And that’s exactly what they did last year, with … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Tudor’s Black Bay Chrono – greater than the sum of its parts? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment Oct 29, 2018

VIDEO: Diving into the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III

Earlier this year, Blancpain announced the third generation of their charitable champion - the Blancpain Ocean Commitment III, a limited edition take on their iconic Fifty Fathoms. And while previous versions have distinguished themselves by being ceramic and Bathyscaphe, this time around we were treated to a regular (and regularly sized) Fifty Fathoms, in that … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Diving into the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Ocean Commitment III appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oct 27, 2018

SPOTTED! By AG: Dispatch 15, October 2018 – a heavy metal month

October was a fun month for watch-spotting, with no discernible theme, other than perhaps gold? Even then, we kept things real - here’s a look at some of the more random pieces that crossed my camera throughout the month … Kicking off October, I caught up with local pilot Dale (who goes by @MrAceKProductions on Instagram), … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! By AG: Dispatch 15, October 2018 – a heavy metal month appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Breitling s Premier Collection Oct 26, 2018

INTRODUCING: Grace in the skies and now on the land – Breitling’s Premier Collection

In case you’ve been living under a rock this past year and a bit, ever since industry great Georges Kern took hold of the reins at Breitling, the big, bold brand of the skies has undergone a serious streamlining. Finding inspiration in their past and releasing focused collections that encompass four separate categories: air, sea, … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Grace in the skies and now on the land – Breitling’s Premier Collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC s Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Oct 25, 2018

VIDEO: A classical beauty – IWC’s Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years” 

When you’ve been around for 150 years you can afford to take the long view when it comes to the vagaries of fashion and trends, and start to take some perspective. Perhaps this is why IWC’s celebratory anniversary collection is jam-packed full of classics, like this Portugieser. A round gold watch in the classic style, … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A classical beauty – IWC’s Portugieser Hand-Wound Eight Days Edition “150 Years”  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase Oct 24, 2018

HANDS-ON: Big-hearted – the IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase

Few things are as tactile and pleasing as manually winding a watch, and I’ve got to say the levels of satisfaction achieved in watching the power reserve indicator on this plus-sized IWC Portofino are pretty intense. On one level it’s because there’s a lot of winding to be had, thanks to the eight days of … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Big-hearted – the IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Bremont Supersonic Celebrating Oct 24, 2018

INTRODUCING: The Bremont Supersonic

Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the supersonic aircraft, Concorde, Bremont have just released a trio of limited-edition models that not only pay homage but also incorporate a small piece of the iconic passenger jet in each case. Growing up, I remember being in absolute awe of the Concorde. With its air-piercing design and droop-down nose … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Bremont Supersonic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Chronograph Oct 22, 2018

IN-DEPTH: Perfectly suited to summer – the IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Chronograph

The story in a second: The sportiest member of the Portugieser family is busy living its best life. IWC’s Portugieser family is, large diameter aside, a fairly dressy affair. Classic style, leaf hands, all that jazz. It’s the classic business watch. Except, of course, for the Portugieser Yacht Club Chronograph, a watch that is business … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Perfectly suited to summer – the IWC Portugieser Yacht Club Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Orient Oct 22, 2018

Orient Mako II Review (FAA02002D9): Refining A Classic

For over a decade the Mako has been one of the most go-to recommended dive watches for both first-time watch-buyers and seasoned collectors.

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Seiko 6105 It’s Oct 20, 2018

WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Chad’s vintage Seiko 6105

It’s a tale as old as time: Chad meets watches, Chad meets Seiko, Chad meets Instagram, and the rest is, as we say, history. In his own words, Chad tells us his story of buying vintage for the first time, and why he chose the Seiko 6105. When did you first see/hear about it? I … ContinuedThe post WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Chad’s vintage Seiko 6105 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oct 19, 2018

LIST: History repeating – 5 watch trends we can expect to see more of next year

The end of the year is fast approaching, and it’s about this time that the questions begin. “Hey Cam, what watches do you think we’ll see next year?” And although I’m not one to usually speculate – mainly because the watch industry is an infamously secretive place and I hate being proved wrong – by … ContinuedThe post LIST: History repeating – 5 watch trends we can expect to see more of next year appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Krayon Oct 18, 2018

Watchscapes & hands-on impressions on a Rare Watch: Krayon Everywhere

Watchscapes: Krayon Everywhere a very special watch with an ingenious system to tell the sunrise and sunset anywhere in the world.

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Breitling Oct 16, 2018

NEWS: Breitling is the latest member of the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, and why it matters

If you’re not familiar with the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie (AKA the FHH), it’s one of the industry’s peak bodies, founded in 2005 to promote fine watchmaking in Switzerland and across the world. It’s an organisation with 43 partner brands, the most recent being Breitling. This development should come as no massive surprise if … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Breitling is the latest member of the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, and why it matters appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Zenith s Defy Zero G Oct 16, 2018

INTRODUCING: The three amigos – Zenith’s Defy Zero G dons Mexican affair

Around these horological parts, we really love a good four-letter acronym – SIHH, GPHG, COSC … I think you get the idea. In fact, have a conversation with any random watch enthusiast, and chances are that at least one of these terms will come up. However, one that we don’t hear a lot about on … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The three amigos – Zenith’s Defy Zero G dons Mexican affair appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oris Mo’ Your Own Way Oct 16, 2018

Oris: Mo’ Your Own Way

Oris introduces its Movember Crew in London on World Mental Health Day and buckles down on the fight against prostate cancer and for men’s health.

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Oct 15, 2018

INTRODUCING: A tourbillon for your every day – the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon

Expertly finished cases, captivating fumé dials, and incredibly fine watchmaking … these are a few of our favourite Moser things. And, once again, all three are combined in the “very rare” brand’s latest Pioneer offering – the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon. More suitable for everyday wear, with a more robust steel case and a more casual … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A tourbillon for your every day – the Moser Pioneer Tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Richard Mille Erotic Tourbillon RM 69 Oct 15, 2018

VIDEO: A closer look at Drake’s sexy Richard Mille Erotic Tourbillon RM 69

In Las Vegas, a little over a week ago, rapper Drake was spotted wearing the Richard Mille Erotic Tourbillon RM 69 at his concert at the MGM Grand Garden Arena. He took to Instagram to show off the seductive ‘oracle’ complication, which seems the perfect fit for the man known for a few suggestive lyrics … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A closer look at Drake’s sexy Richard Mille Erotic Tourbillon RM 69 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Montblanc Summit 2  One thing Oct 15, 2018

INTRODUCING: Smaller, but still smart – the Montblanc Summit 2 

One thing you can be sure of with smart/connected watches is the regular (if not annual) upgrade. It’s true for all the big players in the space, and the luxury sector is no different. And today Montblanc announced their latest - the Summit 2. The topline summary is: smaller, faster and more versatile. And there’s … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Smaller, but still smart – the Montblanc Summit 2  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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TAG Heuer Oct 14, 2018

RECOMMENDED READING: Jean-Claude Biver looks back at TAG Heuer … and to the future

Jean-Claude Biver is one of the watch industry’s enduring forces - a charismatic leader who looms, larger than life, over much of the modern history of the Swiss watch industry. So, as you can imagine, it was big - and surprising - news when it was announced a few weeks ago that Mr Biver would … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Jean-Claude Biver looks back at TAG Heuer … and to the future appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Oct 13, 2018

HANDS-ON: An extra dose of speed – the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Martin Special Edition

At the March 2018 Geneva Motor Show, TAG Heuer announced a new partnership with Aston Martin. Being named as the “Official Partner, Official Watch Partner, and Official Connected Watch Partner” of both the British car manufacturer and its racing teams (Quick fun fact! – Aston Martin are the title sponsors of the Red Bull Racing … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: An extra dose of speed – the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 Aston Martin Special Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Tudor Black Bay Bronze Every Oct 13, 2018

WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Chris’s Tudor Black Bay Bronze

Every life is worth living, so why not show off your patina? That’s exactly what I imagine went through Chris’s head when he first lay eyes on Tudor‘s Black Bay Bronze. As it turns out, I wasn’t far wrong, but there were also plenty of other good reasons for him to seal the deal. When did you first … ContinuedThe post WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Chris’s Tudor Black Bay Bronze appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Casio n I do like Oct 12, 2018

LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now – the 2018 edition

While on occasion I do like to splurge and treat myself to that extra shot of espresso in my morning latte, I’m not exactly loaded with cash (caffeine, on the other hand …). In fact, like I’m sure many of you reading right now, before it comes time to laying down my hard-earned on a … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 watches under $5k that you can buy right now – the 2018 edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oct 11, 2018

NEWS: Battle of the brands – Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born

When ‘Lady Gaga, Bradley Cooper – Shallow (A Star Is Born)‘ came up on my Discover Weekly Spotify playlist, it caught my attention for three reasons. Firstly, I had no idea that Bradley Cooper could also sing (of course he can). Secondly, it’s delightful. But thirdly, and most relevantly, the duo were both recently appointed brand … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Battle of the brands – Lady Gaga and Bradley Cooper in A Star Is Born appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Seiko Astron GPS Solar 5X Oct 11, 2018

VIDEO: Smaller, thinner – the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 5X

Most of the watches we talk about here at Time+Tide are mechanical - if there’s a battery involved, the watch has to be pretty special to get our attention. Well, Seiko’s Astron meets (and exceeds) the ‘pretty special’ criteria. The original Astron watch was released in 2012 (well, if you want to get technical, the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Smaller, thinner – the Seiko Astron GPS Solar 5X appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Rado s HyperChrome Ultra Light Oct 10, 2018

VIDEO: Rado’s HyperChrome Ultra Light lives up to the name

For me, the HyperChrome Ultra Light is one of the coolest, cleanest watches in Rado’s collection. Yes, Rado’s heritage collection is earning some serious cred, and their design-y limited editions really showcase their high-tech capabilities. But for me it’s all about the HyperChrome Ultra Light. It’s a regular, round, daily wear watch (and a well-sized … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Rado’s HyperChrome Ultra Light lives up to the name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oct 10, 2018

Review: Manufacture Royale ADN Spirit – Accessible Haute Horlogerie

Ever thought of wading into the world of independent watchmaking but was intimidated? The Manufacture Royale ADN Spirit just might be your ticket. We go in-depth with a hands-on review.

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TAG Heuer s Carrera Calibre 02 Oct 9, 2018

VIDEO: The viper strikes! TAG Heuer’s Carrera Calibre 02 Tourbillon Tête de Vipère

As far as cool watch names go, this watch has one of the coolest: I mean, the head of the viper - it doesn’t get much more rock than that. And while the story behind the name is less viper lounge and more viper observatory, the watch itself easily lives up to its rock star … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The viper strikes! TAG Heuer’s Carrera Calibre 02 Tourbillon Tête de Vipère appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Oct 9, 2018

EDITOR’S PICK: From $6k to $60k, 6 reasons to love a classic chronograph

Editor’s note: When I began the hunt for my first “good” watch I came up with a list of certain criteria: a black dial, 40 – 44 mm case size, and good looks. However, the main one was that it needed to be a chronograph. It was the added allure of a more complex inside paired … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: From $6k to $60k, 6 reasons to love a classic chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Grand Seiko s First US Collection Oct 8, 2018

Grand Seiko’s First US Collection

For the first time ever, Grand Seiko has created a limited edition collection exclusively for the US market.

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