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VIDEO: Solid sports style from Zenith – the Defy Classic

Zenith Jul 15, 2018

VIDEO: Solid sports style from Zenith – the Defy Classic

In recent times, Zenith have made a marked change of tack - away from the oversized heritage pieces that have been their main focus. The Pilot watches are still there, of course, but now the Defy shares top billing as a contemporary alternative. And while the Defy is dominated by the aggressively skeletonised look that … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Solid sports style from Zenith – the Defy Classic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

ANNOUNCING: If you’re thinking about buying an Autavia, now is the time to move – our Collector’s Packs are on sale today

TAG Heuer Autavia Calibre Heuer 02 Jul 15, 2018

ANNOUNCING: If you’re thinking about buying an Autavia, now is the time to move – our Collector’s Packs are on sale today

Our Autavia plus Collector’s Packs go on sale today. Last week, we announced that we’ve put together a Collector’s Pack to include with our limited sale of 10 TAG Heuer Autavia Calibre Heuer 02 watches. Today, the sale is live - you can check it out right now in the shop. The sale is for a … ContinuedThe post ANNOUNCING: If you’re thinking about buying an Autavia, now is the time to move – our Collector’s Packs are on sale today appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Blancpain’s Complete Calendar Moonphase – the Villeret Quantième Complet GMT

Blancpain s Complete Calendar Moonphase Jul 14, 2018

Blancpain’s Complete Calendar Moonphase – the Villeret Quantième Complet GMT

Blancpain’s complete calendar moonphase timepieces are some of the most iconic watches of the brand. It is in essence a triple calendar with moonphase display. But in addition to the traditional layout, it also adds another complication, a 24 hour hand in a second timezone.

Review: Corum Heritage “Hobo Coin” – Authentic and Original

Corum Heritage “Hobo Coin” – Jul 13, 2018

Review: Corum Heritage “Hobo Coin” – Authentic and Original

We reviewed the Corum Heritage "Hobo Coin" - the newest addition to the Corum Coin Watches Collection: original engravings on authentic US$1 silver coins.

EVENT: 3 ‘Very Rare’ moments, according to Moser’s Bertrand Meylan

H. Moser s Bertrand Meylan dropped Jul 12, 2018

EVENT: 3 ‘Very Rare’ moments, according to Moser’s Bertrand Meylan

In our office it’s easy to get a little jaded to the wrist-sized awesomeness that visits the office on the regs. But last week our sense of wonder was well and truly present as H. Moser’s Bertrand Meylan dropped in before the Melbourne leg of his Australian roadshow. We were blown away because he had … ContinuedThe post EVENT: 3 ‘Very Rare’ moments, according to Moser’s Bertrand Meylan appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The bird is the word – Bell & Ross’ BRV2-94 Racing Bird that is

Bell & Ross BRV2-94 Racing Bird Jul 10, 2018

HANDS-ON: The bird is the word – Bell & Ross’ BRV2-94 Racing Bird that is

Every year, the Bell & Ross design team goes nuts with an incredible and (sadly) hypothetical vehicular creation. This year it was the Racing Bird, an awesomely streamlined take on a prop-powered racer, the sort of machine you’d see at the Reno Air Races. Of course, while the plane is conceptual, the watches are very, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The bird is the word – Bell & Ross’ BRV2-94 Racing Bird that is appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

BREAKING NEWS: Is the Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday II” going to drop today?

Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday II” Jul 9, 2018

BREAKING NEWS: Is the Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday II” going to drop today?

In January 2017, Omega announced, with zero fanfare, a limited edition Speedmaster, made in collaboration with Fratello Watches, called Speedy Tuesday, named after the popular hashtag. Four-and-a-half hours later, all 2012 watches were gone. Well, hold onto your hats and get ready to flex those credit cards, because it looks like it’s about to happen … ContinuedThe post BREAKING NEWS: Is the Omega Speedmaster “Speedy Tuesday II” going to drop today? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Old meets new in the Rado HyperChrome Bronze

Rado HyperChrome Bronze Jul 7, 2018

VIDEO: Old meets new in the Rado HyperChrome Bronze

A few years ago we were prepared to write off the use of bronze in watchmaking as something of a fad, limited to a few cult models. Well. We were wrong. The ancient alloy has boomed in popularity, thanks to its warm tones and, more importantly, the fact that it develops a unique patina over … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Old meets new in the Rado HyperChrome Bronze appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WHO TO FOLLOW: @WatchPartsMotorCycles – a guy who bought a watch with gold bullion

WHO TO FOLLOW: @WatchPartsMotorCycles – a guy who bought a watch with gold bullion

Dan Tanenbaum is a father, husband, technology entrepreneur and artist. Dan works in the sports gambling industry and created a technology to facilitate stadium lotteries. Hi Dan, what’s your daily watch and why? I wouldn’t consider any of my watches a “daily” as all of them get wrist time. Currently, I’m wearing my white dialled Heuer Montreal, … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @WatchPartsMotorCycles – a guy who bought a watch with gold bullion appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

NEWS: Will this upcoming moon blockbuster cause Speedy stocks to rise even higher?

NEWS: Will this upcoming moon blockbuster cause Speedy stocks to rise even higher?

Ryan Gosling and a stellar cast, including Coach Taylor (Kyle Chandler of Friday Night Lights fame) and the Queen herself (Claire Foy), have the afterburners lit for a movie about the Moon that is set to rival Apollo 13 as a major motion picture event. It’s called First Man, and is billed as a Neil … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Will this upcoming moon blockbuster cause Speedy stocks to rise even higher? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Grand Seiko 101 – 3 things you need to know

Grand Seiko 101 – 3 things Jul 6, 2018

VIDEO: Grand Seiko 101 – 3 things you need to know

For years Grand Seiko was a very underground, for-those-in-the-know type brand; its visibility outside of Japan was limited, and its passionate supporters revelled in the arcana of cryptic reference numbers, nicknames and shorthand galore. All that changed a few years ago when Grand Seiko went global, but there’s still an air of mystique around the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Grand Seiko 101 – 3 things you need to know appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: H. Moser & Cie’s 2018 collection brings the heat and of course those smoky dials

H. Moser & Cie’s 2018 collection Jul 5, 2018

VIDEO: H. Moser & Cie’s 2018 collection brings the heat and of course those smoky dials

Where there’s smoke there’s fire. There’s a lot of truth to that saying, especially if we’re talking about H. Moser & Cie’s famous smoky fumé dials - the latest batch of watches they’re attached to are straight up fire. Take, for example, the Venturer Small Seconds XL Purity. The dial-heavy 43mm watch definitely lives up … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: H. Moser & Cie’s 2018 collection brings the heat and of course those smoky dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Story of an Explorer’s Rolex Explorer II, ref. 1655

Rolex Explorer II ref 1655 Jul 5, 2018

The Story of an Explorer’s Rolex Explorer II, ref. 1655

In the words of Jake Elhric, “Every Rolex tells a story”. In this instance two Rolex Explorer watches tell one great story about one intrepid explorer.

HANDS-ON: Everyday simplicity done right – the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA375

Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA375 Are Jul 4, 2018

HANDS-ON: Everyday simplicity done right – the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA375

Are you looking for a high quality, reliable and not-boring daily wearer? Check out the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA375.The post HANDS-ON: Everyday simplicity done right – the Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGA375 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Gorgeous and grey – the Bulgari Octo Roma

Bulgari Octo Roma If you’re Jul 4, 2018

HANDS-ON: Gorgeous and grey – the Bulgari Octo Roma

If you’re reading this and thinking ‘grey’ and ‘Bulgari’, I’m welling to bet your mind wanders to this slender beauty. And while that’s entirely understandable, earlier this year we had a look at another, equally alluring take on the Octo - the Octo Roma with an anthracite sunburst dial. The Octo Roma is a fairly … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Gorgeous and grey – the Bulgari Octo Roma appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Spinnaker Bradner – a stylish retro diver for under $300

HANDS-ON: The Spinnaker Bradner – a stylish retro diver for under $300

Anyone who knows me knows that I like things a little different from the norm. I’m a sucker for interesting dials and case shapes, pops of colour, and fresh takes on old designs. That’s not to say that I don’t also appreciate the classics, but I do like some uniqueness. So when I was given … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Spinnaker Bradner – a stylish retro diver for under $300 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: Getting your hands on the First Omega Wrist-Chronograph is pretty much impossible

Omega Wrist-Chronograph Jul 2, 2018

INTRODUCING: Getting your hands on the First Omega Wrist-Chronograph is pretty much impossible

When Omega releases a limited edition, you’re fairly safe in betting that it will be numbered in the hundreds or thousands. The First Omega Wrist-Chronograph Limited Edition is a little more limited than that … being released in 18 pieces only, and for good reason. This large 47.5mm chronograph was unveiled by Omega CEO Raynald … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Getting your hands on the First Omega Wrist-Chronograph is pretty much impossible appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: A closer look at the Grand Seiko SBGR311

Grand Seiko SBGR311 Grand Seiko’s limited Jul 1, 2018

VIDEO: A closer look at the Grand Seiko SBGR311

Grand Seiko’s limited editions are, in their own way, hype machines. They generate huge buzz and are, in the pretty fanatical world of GS enthusiasts, hotter than the proverbial hot cakes. The SBGR311, unveiled in Basel earlier this year, is no exception. Ostensibly, it’s a celebration of the mighty 9S calibre, but it’s also a … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A closer look at the Grand Seiko SBGR311 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EDITOR’S PICK: Straight up funk – the Rado HyperChrome 1616

Rado HyperChrome 1616 Editor’s note Jun 30, 2018

EDITOR’S PICK: Straight up funk – the Rado HyperChrome 1616

Editor’s note: Most of the time there’s a formula to the watches someone likes. Something along the lines of 39 – 42mm case plus steel plus chronograph divided by price equals something I want. But, then again, there are watches that come from left field and knock you out of the park. Rado’s unashamedly large and funky … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Straight up funk – the Rado HyperChrome 1616 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WHO TO FOLLOW: Expert watch polisher @BobKolican

WHO TO FOLLOW: Expert watch polisher @BobKolican

Expert (self-taught) watch polisher Bob Kolican is definitely an account worth following. If not for his vintage knowledge, then to witness his refinishing skills. Also a huge vintage watch collector, Bob resides in Germany with his young family. Hey Bob, what’s your daily watch (if you have one) and why? I have no particular daily … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: Expert watch polisher @BobKolican appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: 5 impulse buys – the perfect way to spend your tax return

LIST: 5 impulse buys – the perfect way to spend your tax return

Here in Australia the financial year ends tomorrow, which means that some of us - if we’re lucky/fiscally savvy - can expect a windfall of funds, care of the Australian Taxation Office. Now, if we were really responsible we’d be using that cash to pay down debt and knock off some of those big expenses, but that’s … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 impulse buys – the perfect way to spend your tax return appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WATCHSPOTTING: Hublot at the FIFA World Cup 2018

Hublot Jun 28, 2018

WATCHSPOTTING: Hublot at the FIFA World Cup 2018

It’s FIFA World Cup time! And with the 2018 competition well underway, it’s been easy to tell who the soccer fans are in Australia right now. We’re the bleary-eyed zombies passed out at our desks or aimlessly shuffling about the streets. The ones who have spent the last two weeks staying up way too late … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Hublot at the FIFA World Cup 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: 3 perfect Girard-Perregaux Laureatos for 3 types of Australians

Girard-Perregaux Laureatos Jun 28, 2018

LIST: 3 perfect Girard-Perregaux Laureatos for 3 types of Australians

Earlier this week, Girard-Perregaux presented their latest and greatest in Sydney. Sadly, Melbourne-based team Time+Tide was not able to attend, but we managed the next best thing - a chat to GP’s man of the moment, Global Marketing and Communications Director, Fabrice Dangeli. Now, Mr Dangeli is a well-travelled man of the world, so rather … ContinuedThe post LIST: 3 perfect Girard-Perregaux Laureatos for 3 types of Australians appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

New Release: Get ready for the summer with Nomos Aqua

Nomos Aqua DEPLOYANT - Jun 26, 2018

New Release: Get ready for the summer with Nomos Aqua

Nomos greets the Northern summer with two new, water resistant watches from their Ahoi and Club range, with a clean signal white design.

INSIGHT: How does Hublot love football? Let us count the ways

Hublot love football? Let us Jun 25, 2018

INSIGHT: How does Hublot love football? Let us count the ways

Hublot understands the power of a good partnership, and they don’t come much more powerful than the FIFA World Cup. The World Cup is one of the biggest events in the world. World Cup Brazil reached 3.2 billion viewers across the globe, with one billion alone tuning into the final. Russia looks set to be … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: How does Hublot love football? Let us count the ways appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Confused by the ever-expanding TAG Heuer Carrera collection? Chris Hemsworth is here to help

TAG Heuer Carrera collection? Chris Hemsworth Jun 24, 2018

VIDEO: Confused by the ever-expanding TAG Heuer Carrera collection? Chris Hemsworth is here to help

So, you’re interested in a TAG Heuer Carrera? Great! But I’m afraid I’m going to need a lot more information. Are you into modern, larger watches? Do you prefer time-only or complications? Ceramic or steel? Do you like Pandas? Because where once ‘Carrera’ was code for sporty, broadly classic-looking chronographs, it can now encompass some … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Confused by the ever-expanding TAG Heuer Carrera collection? Chris Hemsworth is here to help appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Montblanc 1858 Worltime Geosphere

Montblanc 1858 Worltime Geosphere DEPLOYANT Jun 23, 2018

The Montblanc 1858 Worltime Geosphere

Montblanc Inspired by the vintage Minerva watches from the 1920s and 30s that were once used in the military, the 1858 collection pays tribute to the 160 years of the

WHO TO FOLLOW: @Super.Corgi – a man with a love for Mickey (and friends)

WHO TO FOLLOW: @Super.Corgi – a man with a love for Mickey (and friends)

Watch collecting can often lead people down increasingly specialised, niche paths. One such example is Loh AKA @Super.Corgi – a collector from Singapore. He lives with his wife, two grown-up kids, a corgi and a French bulldog. He also has a thing for Disney characters on watches … Hi mate, what’s your daily watch and why? I … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @Super.Corgi – a man with a love for Mickey (and friends) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EVENT: Melbourne Watch Week kicks off, and our 4 standout picks

Glashütte Original representing Jun 21, 2018

EVENT: Melbourne Watch Week kicks off, and our 4 standout picks

Breguet, Blancpain, Jaquet Droz and Glashütte Original, representing the Swatch Group’s top tier watch brands, have teamed up to show off their latest and greatest at a 10-day exhibition hosted by retailer Monards at their Crown boutique. The exhibition kicked off last night, and while excellent company and sparkling drinks are all well and good, … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Melbourne Watch Week kicks off, and our 4 standout picks appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: Coming at you like an 800-pound Gorilla – the Fastback GT Mirage

Audemars Piguet Jun 20, 2018

INTRODUCING: Coming at you like an 800-pound Gorilla – the Fastback GT Mirage

A relative newcomer on the watch scene (debuting in 2016), Gorilla is a brand that isn’t shy about throwing its weight around. The brainchild of Octavio Garcia and Lukas Gopp (formerly designers at Audemars Piguet), Gorilla does things its own way, and doesn’t mess around. Inspired by comic culture and American muscle cars of the … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Coming at you like an 800-pound Gorilla – the Fastback GT Mirage appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.