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Ep 127 Wristwatch Bar Talk #1
You know, it occurred to us that even though our show is heralded as "wristwatch bar talk" - we've never actually had a proper wristwatch bar talk segment... well here we go.
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HODINKEE Radio: Episode 42: General Tom Stafford
A true space exploration legend tells us what it was like to orbit the moon and why he's never stopped wanting to fly higher.
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3 watches that prove Elvis Presley was also the King of the unconventional
When this video, about holding Elvis Presley’s diamond-encrusted Omega in my hand, posted just now, the first commenter wrote “so excited“. This could be in relation to his own emotional state, or more likely it’s a comment about mine, as I beam, grin and awkwardly talk my way through yet another surreal moment that had … ContinuedThe post 3 watches that prove Elvis Presley was also the King of the unconventional appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The world of watchmaking at Breguet
Editor’s note: Next week, Breguet will unveil its 2019 releases to the world, and we can’t wait. So, in preparation, we thought we’d have another look at Justin’s piece on the fundamentals of Breguet’s approach to watchmaking and watch design … With a brand so rich in history, the origins of what can only be … ContinuedThe post The world of watchmaking at Breguet appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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One of the coolest dual times we’ve seen in ages – the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer
Editor’s note: There’s no denying that dual time, or GMT watches are useful. They’re also a bit of a pain if you want to change time zones on the fly. Well, the ingenious Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer takes that minor irritation out of the equation, and how! The story in a second It’s all … ContinuedThe post One of the coolest dual times we’ve seen in ages – the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Have Montblanc Orbis Terrarum, will travel
Editor’s note: Last Baselworld (2018, not 2019), I decided to mix things up a little and leave my normal bunch of plain and simple three-handers at home for something a little, um, busier. Well, a lot busier if we’re honest. But trust me, all the colours and text on the dial of the Montblanc Orbis Terrarum … ContinuedThe post Have Montblanc Orbis Terrarum, will travel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Spot the watch: Streets of Seoul
Spot the Watch goes to the streets of Seoul, and laments on the dearth of high horology watches in public places. Are we right with this hypothesis?
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LIST: 6 classic men’s watches for your budget
Pitching any ‘best of’ list is always more effective when you have very strict parameters and are forced to think sideways to come up with creative suggestions. Being asked to come up with a list of the best classic watches for different budgets is not easy. Less so, when one considers how open to interpretation … ContinuedThe post LIST: 6 classic men’s watches for your budget appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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NEWS: Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers an 8-year warranty, the longest of all major brands
Even though the fine watch business might seem like a perpetual, slow-moving beast, it is one of constant, consistent progress. And as the mechanical movements improve and add things like silicon into the mix, it becomes obvious that they’re built to last longer than ever. The other side of that coin is a longer warranty … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers an 8-year warranty, the longest of all major brands appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Planet Omega Launches in Shanghai
The Planet Omega exhibition uses heritage and modern timepieces from the maison to explore the various stories and partnerships that Omega has created.
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RECOMMENDED READING: Tom Ford’s 14 commandments of watch wearing in 2019
So Tom Ford has started making watches. That’s not particularly surprising in this world of multi-category luxury labels. What’s a little more (or perhaps less, given Mr Ford’s frank personality) surprising is that Tom Ford, the man, has some pretty cut-and-dried rules for how to wear a watch in 2019. The full list is well … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Tom Ford’s 14 commandments of watch wearing in 2019 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Robert Downey Jr’s watch collection – something borrowed, something fake (maybe?) and something fantastic
If you haven’t seen Avengers: Endgame, don’t worry, we’re not going to spoil it for you. What has become clear over the sprawling Marvel Comic Universe arc is that one cast member has rocked serious wrist game throughout the entire series, whether in the films or on the red carpet - Robert Downey Jr (RDJ), who played … ContinuedThe post Robert Downey Jr’s watch collection – something borrowed, something fake (maybe?) and something fantastic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Breaking news: Jaeger-LeCoultre announces 8 year warranty program
Jaeger-LeCoultre extends warranty for all clocks and watches to 8 years via a new online registration service. Details within this significant announcement.
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“Instead of watching TV when I was 10 years old, I took watches apart.” Celebrating 10 years of Louis Vuitton’s Spin Time with its creator, Michel Navas
When it comes to watchmaking, it’s no stretch of a hairspring to say that Michel Navas has done it all. He was a key figure at Gérald Genta in the high complications team in the boom times of the ’90s. He also worked at Patek Philippe and Audemars Piguet. At Franck Muller, he masterminded the … ContinuedThe post “Instead of watching TV when I was 10 years old, I took watches apart.” Celebrating 10 years of Louis Vuitton’s Spin Time with its creator, Michel Navas appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Read the debut issue of NOW – The Watch Buying Guide online … well, now
Last year we made our foray into the inky world of print with NOW – The Watch Buying Guide. A weighty tome that, in addition to shining a light on some interesting horological tales and factoids, also lived up to its promise - putting more than 200 of the best recent watch releases into one … ContinuedThe post Read the debut issue of NOW – The Watch Buying Guide online … well, now appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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INTRODUCING: The IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good”
The substantial and subtly blue IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good” is the 13th (unlucky for some, but clearly not IWC) edition watch celebrating the Schaffhausen-based brand’s partnership with the Laureus Sport for Good, which leverages the power of sport to end violence, discrimination and disadvantage. It’s a cause as worthy as the … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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This Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph is not your average Speedy
Editor’s note: It’s no secret that there are heaps of Speedy variants to choose from, and typically we veer towards the more classical versions. Which is why we were so surprised by this Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph. It’s two-tone, with a silver dial and a green bezel. Not what we’d normally pick. But also, absolutely awesome. … ContinuedThe post This Omega Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph is not your average Speedy appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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RECOMMENDED READING: Farer’s growth begs the question – when does a microbrand stop being micro?
Broadly speaking, microbrand is a term used to describe smaller watch brands - typically with few staff, outsourced production and a direct-to-consumer business model. The other thing to note is that there is a lot of them, typically waxing and waning in terms of favour. But sometimes these brands gain a critical momentum that starts to … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Farer’s growth begs the question – when does a microbrand stop being micro? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The Mido Multifort Patrimony
Mido has expanded their Multifort watch line by releasing the Multifort Patrimony, a vintage inspired piece with three dial and two case color options to choose from.
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The Longines Legend Diver Black is now available for pre-sale in our shop – with a sweetener
The Longines Legend Diver Black is available for pre-sale in our shop now! As Australians, and as AC/DC fans, it gives us great pleasure to announce that the Longines Legend Diver is back in black, and the first 25 pieces to be released in Australia are available for pre-sale right now in our shop for … ContinuedThe post The Longines Legend Diver Black is now available for pre-sale in our shop – with a sweetener appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Hamilton’s Year of Cinema: Lights, Camera…Watches
This is the Year of Cinema for Hamilton, a watch brand with more credits to its name than the hardest working actor in Hollywood.
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Why are Swiss watches considered the best?
This is something we get asked a lot. And not just by newcomers to the industry. To some minds, it instantly sticks out like a sore thumb that the Swiss products are regarded as sacrosanct and that the wares of all other nations should fall in line behind the masters. But to others, it just … ContinuedThe post Why are Swiss watches considered the best? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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New: Chopin Op. 10 No. 12
On April 26th, a new brand emerges. Announcing the Chopin Op.10 No.12 timepiece. A tribute to Chopin's Étude in C minor Op. 10 No. 12.
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So hot it hurts, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST
Editor’s note: It’s not new, but it’s oh-so-hot and nigh on impossible to get. Read on for our review of the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST - and weep … When the watchfam get together, it’s only a matter of time before the hot topic of grail watches rears its curious head. It’s … ContinuedThe post So hot it hurts, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak “Jumbo” Extra-Thin Ref. 15202ST appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Nomos flex their muscles with their new Club and Tangente Sport models
Since their inception in 1990, Nomos Glashütte have had a remarkably clear visual and stylistic aesthetic. Clean and refined. Utilitarian, leaning towards the dressy. Unmistakably German. Or, to use the shorthand - Bauhaus. In the earlier years of Nomos, this distinctive styling was paired with some solid watchmaking, and a very strong value proposition. All … ContinuedThe post Nomos flex their muscles with their new Club and Tangente Sport models appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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New: Hands on with the MB&F; LM Split Escapement Titanium Green
The MB&F; adds to the LM Split Escapement collection with 33 pieces in grade 5 titanium case and a a sun-ray, green CVD dial..
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50th Year of the Automatic Chronograph: The Drive In-house
ETA’s decision to limit sales of movement blanks outside the Swatch Group spurred the development of in-house movements in the 21st century.
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Archimede Watches: The Pilot GMT 42
Based on the specs of the Pilot GMT 42, some may think it would wear a bit on the larger side. Allow me to assuage your uncertainties.
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Bright plus bold makes the TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Edition a very fun option
Editor’s note: The TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Edition could very easily have been an over-the-top affair, but somehow, this big squarer watch with go-faster stripes manages to be much like its most famous wearer: cool. The story in a second: Two stripes are all it takes to amp up the legacy and motorsports heritage … ContinuedThe post Bright plus bold makes the TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Edition a very fun option appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review: Casio G-Shock “G-STEEL” GST-S300L-1A/GST-S330L-1A
We take a look at one of the latest creations from Casio: the G-Shock G-Steel GST-S300L/S330L. Click here to find out our review of the new G-Shock.