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RECOMMENDED READING: Going to a watch meet-up? Leave the Sub at home

RECOMMENDED READING: Going to a watch meet-up? Leave the Sub at home

Maybe I’m getting old and grumpy (I am), or maybe it’s a genuine shift driven by the increasing visibility and Instagramability of this hobby/lifestyle choice/money pit we call watch collecting, but I’m noticing an increasing homogeneity in what people are collecting. Steel sports this, royal that, unobtainable the other. Where are the weird, interesting and … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Going to a watch meet-up? Leave the Sub at home appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Here’s 4 reasons why Seiko is one of the most impressive watchmakers in the world

Seiko Apr 5, 2019

Here’s 4 reasons why Seiko is one of the most impressive watchmakers in the world

Editor’s note: My first proper manufacture visit wasn’t Switzerland, but Japan. And honestly, the experience has spoiled me. The breadth and scope of Seiko’s watchmaking capacity really is staggering. Read on to find out why … I’ve always liked Seiko. One of the first watches I ever bought was a Black Monster, followed by an … ContinuedThe post Here’s 4 reasons why Seiko is one of the most impressive watchmakers in the world appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Citizen AQ 6010-06A Caliber 0100: the most accurate watch in the world

Citizen AQ 6010-06A Caliber 0100 Apr 5, 2019

Review: Citizen AQ 6010-06A Caliber 0100: the most accurate watch in the world

Hands-on, detailed and analytical review of the new Citizen AQ 6010-06A Caliber 0100: the most accurate watch in the world.

Marathon training with the Bremont Supermarine Type 300

Bremont Supermarine Type 300 Revolution’s Apr 5, 2019

Marathon training with the Bremont Supermarine Type 300

Revolution’s Sophie Furley continues her series of running reviews of sports watches with the Bremont Supermarine Type 300 as she prepares for the London Marathon.

JLC’s Master Compressor Chronograph Ceramic is the definition of tacticool

Jaeger-LeCoultre s SIHH releases it’d Apr 5, 2019

JLC’s Master Compressor Chronograph Ceramic is the definition of tacticool

Editor’s note: Whether you’re a wannabe operator or just in love with the stealth appeal of ceramic, this JLC is pretty much the definition of tacticool, even with the blue details. Based on the coverage of Jaeger-LeCoultre’s SIHH releases, it’d be fair to assume the brand put out nothing but dressy Reversos this year. Well, that’s … ContinuedThe post JLC’s Master Compressor Chronograph Ceramic is the definition of tacticool appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WATCHSPOTTING: IWC’s Big Pilot never looked so small - The Rock rocks a Bronze Spitfire in Las Vegas

IWC s Big Pilot never Apr 4, 2019

WATCHSPOTTING: IWC’s Big Pilot never looked so small - The Rock rocks a Bronze Spitfire in Las Vegas

Yesterday, Dwayne Johnson touched down in Las Vegas to showcase his new buddy action flick Hobbs & Shaw at CinemaCon, an industry event. But while I’m sure there were explosions aplenty, what really grabbed our attention was something else entirely. What The Rock was wearing. That Ferragamo knit with a palm print is in-credible. Also, … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: IWC’s Big Pilot never looked so small – The Rock rocks a Bronze Spitfire in Las Vegas appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Is the North Flag the forgotten Tudor?

Tudor ? Editor’s note When Apr 4, 2019

Is the North Flag the forgotten Tudor?

Editor’s note: When it was first released, waaaaay back in 2015, the North Flag was a big deal. So much so that the main question in our review was whether or not Tudor was planning to move beyond their heritage core. Well, history has answered that question (heritage is here to stay), but that doesn’t … ContinuedThe post Is the North Flag the forgotten Tudor? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

John Mayer just made this green and gold Daytona the next hype-piece

John Mayer just made this green and gold Daytona the next hype-piece

Editor’s note: One of the biggest takeaways from John Mayer’s Daytona-fest that was his Talking Watches Part 2 was the fact that the dude managed to blow up 2016’s yellow gold and green-dialled Daytona overnight. If you can get it now, get it. Here’s our original review (and Jason’s stunning pics) of this yellow gold … ContinuedThe post John Mayer just made this green and gold Daytona the next hype-piece appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: Steely splendour - the Panerai Luminor Marina PAM00977 and PAM00978

Panerai Luminor Marina PAM00977 Apr 3, 2019

INTRODUCING: Steely splendour - the Panerai Luminor Marina PAM00977 and PAM00978

Bracelets aren’t something you see strapped to Panerai watches too often, which is, I think, a bit of a shame, as that half-moon design is quite distinctive and stylish. But that’s something that’s set to change with two new, silver and steel additions to Panerai’s Luminor Marina family, the PAM00977 and PAM00978. Offered in two … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Steely splendour – the Panerai Luminor Marina PAM00977 and PAM00978 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Minuteman Watches Review: The A11 (USA Made Quartz Movement)

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Minuteman Watches Review: The A11 (USA Made Quartz Movement)

Check out our thoughts on the super intriguing Minuteman Watches A11 - an American inspired field watch sporting a game-changing USA-Made quartz movement.

VIDEO: A closer look at the Seiko Prospex LX SNR029J

Seiko Prospex LX SNR029J One Apr 3, 2019

VIDEO: A closer look at the Seiko Prospex LX SNR029J

One of the bigger surprises of Basel was Seiko’s announcement of their high-end Prospex LX collection - big, chunky sports watches that feature a level of fit and finish we’ve seldom seen on a Seiko-labelled watch. And while the initial collection was a drop of six models, the one that we were most interested in, … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A closer look at the Seiko Prospex LX SNR029J appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: This is what a heritage reissue should look like - the Seiko SLA033

Seiko SLA033 Few things excite Apr 2, 2019

VIDEO: This is what a heritage reissue should look like - the Seiko SLA033

Few things excite Seiko fans as much as a solid historical reissue (or re-creation in Seiko’s parlance), and this year’s limited edition, the SLA033, is about as exciting as they come. First of all, it’s based on a diver. Indeed, for many of the Seiko cognoscenti, it’s based on the diver, the 6105, a watch … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: This is what a heritage reissue should look like – the Seiko SLA033 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon

Hublot Spirit Mar 28, 2019

HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon

Hublot has been growing the Spirit of Big Bang line slowly and steadily, and though the SoBB Yellow Sapphire was quite the cool addition, this new tourbillon is (in my humble opinion) easily the best new offering in the collection. The Hublot calibre HUB6020 was designed specifically for the tonneau-shaped case of the Spirit, and … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The edgy, architectural Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: White heat - the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic

Zenith Defy Classic Mar 26, 2019

HANDS-ON: White heat - the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic

I’m not sure if Lou Reed would have liked this watch (I hope he would have), but I know I certainly do. The modern sports line that is the Defy is an increasing priority for Zenith – a key, future-facing pillar for the brand that is both distinctive and incredibly versatile. This new version, all 41mm … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: White heat – the Zenith Defy Classic in white ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Seiko SLA033 Prospex Diver - A Tribute To The 6105

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Seiko SLA033 Prospex Diver – Mar 25, 2019

Seiko SLA033 Prospex Diver - A Tribute To The 6105

I think that this is actually a pretty sharp release if you're comfortable spending within this bracket. Let's take a quick look at the Seiko SLA033 dive watch - a modern tribute to the Seiko 6105 "Willard."

Breaking: The Little Lange 1 “25th Anniversary”, not so little anymore

Ming Mar 25, 2019

Breaking: The Little Lange 1 “25th Anniversary”, not so little anymore

A. Lange & Söhne continues its 25th anniversary celebrations this month with another drop. This time, it’s the Little Lange 1, that’s now coming of age at 21 years old.

The Holy Trinity? Three of the Most Important Men in the Swiss Watch Industry

The Holy Trinity? Three of the Most Important Men in the Swiss Watch Industry

Revolution co-founder Wei Koh profiles three of the most important men in the Swiss watch industry: Thierry Stern, Jean-Frédéric Dufour and Jérôme Lambert.

HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT

Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT Mar 23, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT

A Hublot with soft, flowing lines. Now there’s a phrase I never thought I’d write. The Ferrari–Hublot collaboration has produced a stream of watches since 2011, each time with a different look and feel: from Big Bang variations to the outstanding MP-05 LaFerrari and, two years ago, the Techframe. But where the Techframe is all … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033

Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition Mar 22, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033

Seiko’s archive is full of exceptional and much-loved dive watches. One of the brightest lights in this pantheon is the 6105, a real workhorse of the 1970s, and a distinctive one at that - thanks to its large, cushiony case and a crown at four. And while the visuals of the watch certainly didn’t hurt, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Seiko Diver’s Re-creation Limited Edition SLA033 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: TAG Heuer joins the bronze brigade with the Autavia

TAG Heuer joins Mar 22, 2019

VIDEO: TAG Heuer joins the bronze brigade with the Autavia

Bronze - that gold-toned alloy that only gets better with age - has continued its domination of the watch world, and the latest brand to be converted is TAG Heuer, who this week released two bronze versions of their brand new three-handed Autavia. Structurally, it’s the same as the steel Autavias - 42mm across, powered by … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: TAG Heuer joins the bronze brigade with the Autavia appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the Urwerk UR-T8 Skull, Engraved by King Nerd

Urwerk UR-T8 Skull Engraved Mar 21, 2019

Introducing the Urwerk UR-T8 Skull, Engraved by King Nerd

Urwerk, Revolution and Johnny ‘King Nerd’ Dowell combine forces for the fifth time to create the five piece limited edition, UR-T8 Skull.

HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 - thinner, dressier

Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – Mar 20, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 - thinner, dressier

Grand Seiko has just announced its latest releases at Basel 2019 and, boy, does the Spring Drive - that unique trifecta of electronic, kinetic and magnetic energy - feature strongly. But not just the Spring Drives you know and love, with that arching power reserve at eight. No, in honour of the movement’s 20th anniversary, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko Spring Drive SBGY003 – thinner, dressier appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Seiko has just announced the Prospex LX collection - these are the watches and what you need to know about them

Seiko has just announced Mar 20, 2019

VIDEO: Seiko has just announced the Prospex LX collection - these are the watches and what you need to know about them

Prospex is Seiko-speak for “Professional Specification”, a family of professionally oriented tool-watches that was born in 1968 and built to last. And, Seiko being Seiko, that build quality is legendary. As such, these watches have attracted a cult following, in both the actual and desk-diving fraternities. Now, at their press conference at Baselworld 2019, Seiko … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Seiko has just announced the Prospex LX collection – these are the watches and what you need to know about them appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM00968 - Bronze is back and it’s no a longer limited edition

Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM00968 – Mar 20, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM00968 - Bronze is back and it’s no a longer limited edition

Perhaps Panerai’s most collectible modern-day watch, the original Bronzo, is credited with kick-starting today’s bronze watch craze. While it may not have been the first, when it was released in 2011 it immediately captured the patina-friendly hearts of collectors. Quickly selling out all 1000 pieces and spawning three more models, with each one as limited … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Panerai Submersible Bronzo PAM00968 – Bronze is back and it’s no a longer limited edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

3 new Citizen Eco-Drive watches with the Caliber 0100: world’s most precise watch

Citizen Eco-Drive watches Mar 20, 2019

3 new Citizen Eco-Drive watches with the Caliber 0100: world’s most precise watch

Citizen releases three new watches with the Caliber 0100, the most highest precision at +/- 1 second Available in WG, and Ti cases.

Patek Philippe Ref. 5970 - The Most Beautiful Classic Watch Ever Made

Patek Philippe Ref 5970 - Mar 20, 2019

Patek Philippe Ref. 5970 - The Most Beautiful Classic Watch Ever Made

Patek Philippe’s Thierry Stern-designed 5970 represents generational change for the company and good investment value for the collector.

HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph

Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph It’s Mar 20, 2019

HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph

It’s no secret that the Octo Finissimo has been a watch that’s kick-started the heart of Bulgari’s recent string of critical hits. And now the collection has - in addition to the core time-only model, minute repeaters and tourbillons - a chronograph. And not just any chronograph, the world’s thinnest. This watch took Bulgari almost three years … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Thin just got complicated with the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Warm and Sweet - The A. Lange & Söhne Langematik Perpetual in Honey Gold

A. Lange & Sohne Mar 18, 2019

Review: Warm and Sweet - The A. Lange & Söhne Langematik Perpetual in Honey Gold

A. Lange & Söhne's proprietary gold alloy finds a new timepiece to grace this year. Enter the Langematik Perpetual in honey gold.

Kidnapped at Baselworld: The Oris Bear Recounts His Misfortunate Misadventure

Oris Bear Recounts His Misfortunate Mar 18, 2019

Kidnapped at Baselworld: The Oris Bear Recounts His Misfortunate Misadventure

The Oris Bear tells Revolution about his misfortunate misadventure of being kidnapped at Baselworld 2018.

NEWS: Peak ridiculousness achieved with the unholy fusion of iPhone and tourbillon

NEWS: Peak ridiculousness achieved with the unholy fusion of iPhone and tourbillon

So, this exists. Look, I write about high-end mechanical watches on the daily, so I’ve got a pretty high threshold for the superfluous things in life, but this is just ridiculous. A company called Caviar (of course they’re called Caviar) has revolutionised the world of both watchmaking and iPhones by releasing (and I quote): “the … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Peak ridiculousness achieved with the unholy fusion of iPhone and tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.