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The Collector’s View: A brief comparison of the IWC Mark XV and Mark XVIII
A collector compares his IWC Mk XV to his MkXVIII. With personal musings on what he liked and disliked with the newer Mk XVIII.
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A collector compares his IWC Mk XV to his MkXVIII. With personal musings on what he liked and disliked with the newer Mk XVIII.
Revolution
Louis Ferla tells Revolution about the new Historiques Triple Calendrier 1942 & 1948 watches and Vacheron Constantin’s trajectory under his care.
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There’s something about the colour red. In nature it symbolises danger, in human culture it’s got a more complex set of meanings: typically passion, strength, desire – emotion writ large. Which is why this glistening red sapphire confection is the logical extension of Hublot’s journey into sapphire. Not only does the vivid case amplify all … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Red alert – could you wear Hublot’s Big Bang Unico Red Sapphire? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Hands-on and detailed review of the Omega Aqua Terra Master Chronometer with live images: powerful specification, in-house calibre and beautiful appearance.
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Press Release: Breitling reveals the first watch in the reign of Mr George Kern - the Breitling Super Avenger 01 Boutique Edition with COSC certified B01.
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Now, if you’ve watched my review of the Tudor S&G; you’ll know that I’m #team2tone all the way, but the thing is, I don’t *really* know how to wear it. I mean, I think I’d be OK in more formal settings - just pair it with a suit and away you go, but in every … ContinuedThe post HOW TO: Wear two-tone (and not look like Gordon Gekko) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
In June 2017, Hatton Garden watch dealer Nadeem Malick was sentenced to 18 months in jail for selling £1.2 million-worth of watches stolen during smash-and-grabs, burglaries, robberies and frauds to two specialist pre-owned watch dealers. With luxury watches at increasing risk from theft, and the business of selling stolen watches on the rise, Revolution asked two detectives from New Scotland Yard’s Flying Squad for their advice on protecting your timepieces.
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Earlier this year I found myself in London sitting in the office of Paul David Maudsley, in the Phillips Office at Berkeley Square, discussing the finer things in life. Now, when you pop in for tea with the international specialist of the London Watches department at Phillips auction house your expectations in regards to what’s … ContinuedThe post LIST: 9 hot vintage Heuers from the upcoming Phillips Crosthwaite & Gavin auction appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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What happens when you combine diamonds and mother-of-pearl into a the shape of a watch? You get the Cat's Eye series from Girard Perregaux.
With Tudor Submariners and chronograph models causing a frenzy on the pre-owned market, it is only a matter of time before the brand’s early Oysters make a splash.
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The Bovet Récital 20 Astérium continues the scene previously set by its acclaimed predecessor to wow watchamking and astronomy enthusiasts.
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Hublot’s sapphire journey began with their ultra high-end MP-05 LaFerrari, a horological engine in the truest sense of the word, with 50 days of power reserve thanks to 11 coupled barrels. It made perfect sense for Hublot to show this beast of a movement off to its fullest capacity with a full sapphire case. But … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Blue Monday – the Hublot Big Bang Unico Blue Sapphire appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Four months after first partnering with LVMH and Zenith, George Bamford announces a new collaboration with crowd pleaser TAG Heuer.
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It’s probably a cliché to say that the Italian jewellery house of Bulgari is going through a watchmaking renaissance, but it’s hard to argue with the sense of renewed vigour and energy that’s flowing through their unashamedly modern designs. And at the core of this rebirth is one design – The Octo. What began life … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The watches of Bulgari’s record-breaking Octo Finissimo collection explained appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Revolution
Audemars Piguet announces a limited run of 200 pieces of their 41mm Royal Oak in frosted white gold.
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The latest addition to the L.U.C Heritage collection pays tribute to not only the Chopard of the past but also to the present. To understand how, I’ll have to take you through a crash course in Chopard history (don’t worry, I’ll make it quick). Chopard were founded in 1860 by Louis-Ulysse Chopard, who specialised initially in … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Chopard L.U.C Heritage Grand Cru appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review and hands-on of the legendary Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200. An unusual looking diver with titanium case and strap and beautiful blue ceramic bezel.
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Introducing the new MB&F; LM Split Escapement (LM SE) with live photographs and hands on commentary and analysis of this release.
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Erotic Watches is the topic of this week's episode - and let's just say this one's a doozy. Mike and Kaz briefly cover the history of erotic watches as well as their current status in today's market and the give-and-take between erotic art and mechanical complications.
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A. Lange & Söhne and moon phases. It's always A. Lange & Söhne and moon phases! Why do they do it so damn well? So much so that I had to get one for myself.
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Press Release: A. Lange und Söhne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds comes in a new 18-carat pink gold case and the traditional exceptional finishes.
Revolution
A cautionary tale but also an indicting demonstration of how prevalent fake watches are and how even the most savvy collectors can be duped.
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One of the secrets of the Omega Aqua Terra’s success is its versatile charm. In its dark-dialled and gold incarnations it’s super dressed-up, but put it on a leather or rubber strap and it becomes a much more casual proposition. This is a watch that could pull tuxedo duty or go with board shorts (and … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra – is it the only watch you need? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Thomas Höhnel and Martina Etti of Nomos Glashütte share with Revolution how the Nomos Red Dot, created in partnership with The Hour Glass and Watches of Switzerland in Singapore, came to be.
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Rado announces the first winner of its inaugural Rado Star Prize UK design award in London, Royal College of Art student, Joachim Froment.
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I didn’t appreciate just how good the new Master Chronometer Omega Aqua Terras were until I spent some proper time with them. And now that I have, I’m kicking myself for not talking more about them at and after Basel. What’s not to like? The design manages to be current and sporty without losing sight … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Get ready for summer with the new Omega Aqua Terra on rubber appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Why is Paul Newman’s “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona important to the greater story of horology? Why is it important that it’s been found? Phillips Watches’ Paul Boutros tells Revolution all, along with a little about their inaugural New York auction entitled: WINNING ICONS (26 October 2017).
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Raynald Aeschlimann celebrates longtime Omega ambassador Cindy Crawford and welcomes two new faces to the Omega family during Paris Fashion Week.
Karl-Friedrich Scheufele presents the world with a third version of the Chronomètre Ferdinand Berthoud FB 1, this time in platinum and limited to 50 pieces.
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Deployant teamed up with World of Watches 2 on a Thursday evening to organise a sharing event with the local community about Grand Seiko and its allure.
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