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Introducing: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split-Seconds Chronograph Ultra-Thin, Collection Excellence Platine
A modern monument to a venerable tradition – for a price.
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Introducing: The NOMOS Tangente 38 For Doctors Without Borders
100 euros of every watch sold will be donated to emergency aid efforts.
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Introducing: The H. Moser & Cie Endeavour Tourbillon Concept Tiger's Eye
'When we fought, you had that eye of the tiger, man. The edge! And now you gotta get it back, and the way to get it back is to go back to the beginning.' - Apollo Creed, Rocky III
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Sunday Rewind: Comparing Three Affordable Mechanical Watches
Just what can you get for under $1,000? Cole, Jack, and Jon try to find out.
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Introducing: A Brand New Flagship Collection Of All-Terrain Watches From Hermès
A thoroughly modern men's line that can't help but have a touch of Parisian chic.
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Introducing: The Vacheron Constantin Historiques American 1921 In White Gold (And A Platine Limited Edition!)
A youthful white-metal salute to a century-old design.
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Inside The Design: The Case For Better Watch Typography
Watchmakers are master craftspeople. Why do so few invest in lettering?
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Talking Watches Is Back!
We've missed our video series – and we know you've missed it, too. So join us in heralding its triumphant return. Our first guest of 2021 is...
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The Grey NATO: Episode 140: Under-Appreciated Watch Brands We Love
Credit where credit is due.
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In-Depth: This Oris Was Made By The Enthusiast Community
The beloved indie watch brand used last year's lockdown to ask fans what they wanted. The answer? A very specific watch in a very specific color.
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Interview: The '80s Design Iconoclast Who Would Not Be Put In A Box
Influenced by everything from Swatch to Bauhaus, Alain Silberstein's watches have never fit a conventional mold.
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G-Shock And Swatch: The Two Most '80s Watches Of The '80s Came Out The Very Same Year
Over the past few decades, the G-Shock and the Swatch have gone from cult to classic – and cast an unexpectedly long shadow in high end-watchmaking.
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Introducing: The Seiko SLA049, The Naomi Uemura 80th Anniversary Limited Edition And The SLA051, The 1970s Diver's Modern Re-Interpretation (Live Pics & Pricing)
"Out there on the rocks, I feel exceedingly happy." –Naomi Uemura
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In-Depth: Grand Seiko's Kiyotaka Sakai Breaks Down The New 'Tree Rings' LE – And The New Series 9 Design (Live Pics & Pricing)
The fourth timepiece to house the new Hi-Beat caliber 9SA5 is also a pretty-in-platinum showcase for the new Series 9 design.
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Culture Of Time: How Paul Newman's Daytona Inspired This Teenager's Painting
Wunderkind watch enthusiast and painter Evan Sharma used his post-Zoom-school hours to launch a fine-art auction to raise funds for kids affected by COVID-19.
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Beginner's Guide: What’s the Difference Between Vintage and Pre-Owned Watches?
We love both. But they’re not the same thing. And as HODINKEE begins to sell pre-owned, we offer this primer on the merits of each.
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Introducing: Six Reasons We're Excited About Satan's Favorite Dive Watch
Hail to the latest incarnation of Bulova's Oceanographer, aka the Devil Diver.
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Recommended Reading: The Ultra-Rare Reverso-Cased Pateks You Probably Never Heard Of
Now you don't see it, now you still don't see it.
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Introducing: The Zenith Defy 21 Urban Jungle
Welcome to the…well, you get it.
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Culture Of Time: Unraveling The Mysteries Of Time With Scientists From MIT
Turns out you don't need to be a nuclear physicist to understand a new breakthrough in atomic timekeeping.
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Recommended Reading: The Captivating Restoration Of A Water-Damaged Rolex
Toe-tappin' jazz and a Rolex in dire need of some TLC.
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Editors' Picks: Pretty Please! Our Editors Share Their Holiday Wish List
Here's what the H team wants to find under the tree.
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Montblanc 1858 Monopusher Limited Edition for HODINKEE
Our latest collaboration with Montblanc not only features one of the greatest chronograph movements on the market, but also includes a once in a lifetime trip to Villeret with the HODINKEE Team.
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John-Mikaël Flaux Debuts Rearing Horse Automaton Clock
A clock and automaton maker whose timekeepers have taken the form of a running leopard and race car, John-Mikaël Flaux has just unveiled his most complex creation to date. Hand made from brass and steel, Le Cabré is a mechanical sculpture of a rearing Arabian horse with a key-wound clock in its base that doubles as a “mysterious trigger” for the automaton. Initial thoughts Le Cabré is very much mechanical objet d’art – handmade and hand finished, while being complex and extravagant. Automaton-clocks like this have long been part of independent watchmaking, but are typically little appreciated, largely due to their cost (and the necessity of having an office or house grand enough to install one of them). But the craft that goes into creating one is easily understood. Le Cabré is made up of 450 parts, three-quarters hand made by the clockmaker himself, a process that requires 1,500 hours of work according to Mr Flaux. Priced at a little over US$160,000, Le Cabré is substantially more expensive than Mr Flaux’s prior creations, but it is also substantially more complex. At the same time, considerably more lavish automaton clocks that are made of precious metal and decked out in precious stones traditionally have price tags in the millions, making this relatively affordable. Equine ballet Standing 24 cm, or a bit under 10″, Le Cabré is made up of a horse automaton protected by a glass case, sitting on a wood base. It was conceived by Mr Flaux in collaboration...
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In-depth review: The new dive watch: the Franck Muller Skafander Classic
Franck Muller introduces a dive watch in their signature curved tonneau shape case. The new Skafander is their addition to the sporty dive watch genre.
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The Schmidt List: Top 5 Funky Clicks
The click spring is one of the smaller components of a mechanical watch, but it is of enormous importance. Ever wondered why the crown doesn’t retaliate furiously and unwind every time you crank it? Without the click spring, a wound mainspring would immediately – and explosively – uncoil like a raging viper in a hat box.
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Wrestling legend Ric Flair reflects on all the times he lost his Rolex watches (including in a bowl of spaghetti)
Anyone who knows professional wrestling knows of the “Nature Boy” Ric Flair. The WWE Hall of Famer is an absolute legend, known for his incredible matches and charisma. When wrestling in the WWE, excelling in the ring is only one facet a wrestler needs to have. Another aspect is the character, the ability to cut … ContinuedThe post Wrestling legend Ric Flair reflects on all the times he lost his Rolex watches (including in a bowl of spaghetti) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Rolex Debuts Documentary on Marine Conservationists
A devoted supporter of environmental causes, Rolex has evolved from evolved from backing explorers who ventured into the unknown to bankrolling their modern-day equivalents who seek to save the planet from climate change. Now Rolex is bringing its conservation efforts to light on an easily accessible channel. On World Oceans Day that took place earlier this month, Heroes of the Ocean made its premiere on YouTube and rolex.org (or you can watch it further down). The documentary part of Perpetual Planet, the wide-ranging initiative established by Rolex in 2019 to back a variety of conservationists. Presented by noted oceanographer Dr Sylvia Earle – an octogenarian who’s been a Rolex Testimonee for over four decades – the hour-long documentary explains mankind’s impact on the oceans, and eight individuals working to combat that. With magnificent videography and stirring music, the film uncovers the work of the marine scientists and activists. From planting corals to empowering the next generation of conservationists, each of the scientists and activists featured in the film is on a mission to improve the health of the oceans. Dr Sylvia Earle founded Mission Blue, an organisation set up marine protected areas around the world Persuasive storytelling I watched the movie and enjoyed it – and you will too – as the production quality is impressive and its content inspirational. It captures the grandeur and beauty of marine life, enough to inspire the casual reader t...
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VIDEO: The Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date oozes with decadent panache
The recent Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date is a perfect example of how a limited-edition collaboration can achieve something timeless, classic, and ultimately lust-worthy. In a watch such as this, it’s hard to pick out just one thing which makes it special, however, the oxblood dial is as sumptuous as they come. … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date oozes with decadent panache appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Up Close: Ophion OPH 786 Vélos
A Spanish brand that got its start in 2016, Ophion has refined its offerings substantially since then. Two years ago Ophion debuted its third and most accomplished model, the OPH 786 Vélos. Though based on the original OPH 786 that has a hand-wind movement with a five-day power reserve, the Vélos does everything better. While the design relies on familiar elements like Breguet numerals and teardrop lugs, the Vélos boasts notably fine details. The Breguet numerals, for instance, are applied and elegantly formed, while the guilloche is tidily engraved. But the Vélos gets there almost entirely by machine, mostly CNC milling, which means it is more affordable than it looks, with the guilloche version priced at about US$3,700. Initial thoughts The Vélos is a good looking watch. Admittedly, the look is fairly generic in its classical design, but it has charm, especially considering the quality of execution relative to the price. A strong value proposition is the best way to describe the Vélos. Even though it is made entirely by machine, the dial is the best feature of the watch. It boasts a strongly three-dimensional appearance, thanks to the substantially-sized appliqués. And because the dial parts are made by machine, they are precisely shaped, which gives it an expensive look. The movement is also a key factor behind the value proposition. It’s a solid calibre with useful features, including a five-day power reserve. And it has been extensively customised for ...