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IN-DEPTH: Bell & Ross think outside the square with the sharply styled BR 123 Aeronavale

Bell & Ross think outside Oct 18, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Bell & Ross think outside the square with the sharply styled BR 123 Aeronavale

The story in a second Bell & Ross ditch the tactical style of the flight deck in favour of the formality of the parade ground. Ever since I reviewed the surprisingly seductive beige dialled Vintage BR 123 way back in the early days of Time+Tide I’ve had a soft spot for Bell & Ross’s round watches. … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Bell & Ross think outside the square with the sharply styled BR 123 Aeronavale appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel

Cartier Clé de Cartier Oct 17, 2016

IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel

The story in a second Cartier’s key collection of 2015 just became a whole lot more accessible. Much fuss has been made over Cartier’s manly new Drive collection, and rightly so. But the Parisian powerhouse also released another excellent, and highly anticipated, men’s watch this year – the Clé de Cartier in steel. It’s … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Cartier Clé de Cartier in steel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Is this the next evolution of Hublot? The Big Bang Meca-10

Hublot ? Oct 14, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Is this the next evolution of Hublot? The Big Bang Meca-10

The story in a second New movement + new look = new ball game? Hublot describe their Meccano-inspired Big Bang Meca-10 as a ‘transitional object’. It’s an interesting choice of phrase. You could take it literally and assume that Hublot are referring to the watch as a way for people who obsessed about Meccano and technical constructions … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Is this the next evolution of Hublot? The Big Bang Meca-10 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Speedy, stealthy, sexy…the TAG Heuer Monza CR2080

TAG Heuer Monza CR2080 Sep 25, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Speedy, stealthy, sexy…the TAG Heuer Monza CR2080

The story in a second TAG Heuer has once again dipped into their enviable back catalogue, and come up with one of their best reissues in years – the Monza CR2080. In 1975, a legend was born. Niki Lauda won his first Formula One driving title. This marked the coming together of three greats – … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Speedy, stealthy, sexy…the TAG Heuer Monza CR2080 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Does the Piaget Polo S really change the game?

Piaget Polo S really change Sep 14, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Does the Piaget Polo S really change the game?

The story in a second Piaget’s move into the high-end steel sports market surprised many – but how does the Polo S hold up under close inspection? The Polo S caused quite a fuss when it was released. Not only was this steel sports watch far from what most people expect from the reserved Genevan … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Does the Piaget Polo S really change the game? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Good things come in small packages – the Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36

Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36 Sep 13, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Good things come in small packages – the Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36

The story in a second: The Black Bay 36 is an outstanding watch – but is it a Black Bay, and does that even matter? When I first laid eyes the Tudor Black Bay 36 it was during a photo session at Baselworld. I saw it cold, without the watch being contextualised by Tudor staff … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Good things come in small packages – the Tudor Heritage Black Bay 36 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

MY WATCH STORY: John’s 1960s Dunklings Rivana

MY WATCH STORY: John’s 1960s Dunklings Rivana

Not long ago, John Ciciulla, a friend of T+T, posted this image on instagram, explaining that the watch – which originally belonged to his grandfather – had just come back after lengthy repairs. We were keen to find out more, so we caught up with John – a pathologist in Melbourne – to hear the … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: John’s 1960s Dunklings Rivana appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Grand Seiko, master of details – the Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 (ref. SBGH005)

Grand Seiko master Sep 8, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Grand Seiko, master of details – the Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 (ref. SBGH005)

The story in a second: Grand Seiko’s limited edition Hi-Beats are hot property, but the regular production SBHG005 is, not to overstate things in any way, a masterpiece of understated excellence. Most high-end watches are instantly recognisable as luxury objects. Your watch makes a statement about who you are and what you value. Rolex says … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Grand Seiko, master of details – the Automatic Hi-Beat 36000 (ref. SBGH005) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

MY WATCH STORY: Dane’s Linde Werdelin Oktopus Tattoo

Linde Werdelin Aug 30, 2016

MY WATCH STORY: Dane’s Linde Werdelin Oktopus Tattoo

It’s not often you see a Linde Werdelin in Australia – many people haven’t even heard of the brand, never mind seen one – so when we came across a Melbourne-based collector with one, we were excited. When we spoke, Dane Stokes, who describes himself on his insta feed (@the_watch_vault) as a ‘watch collector and … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: Dane’s Linde Werdelin Oktopus Tattoo appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

WATCHSPOTTING: Richard Branson vs the ‘Million Dollar Beard’

WATCHSPOTTING: Richard Branson vs the ‘Million Dollar Beard’

Editor’s Note: It started with a post on LinkedIn by Richard Branson, which was titled ‘Great Beards come with Great Responsibility‘. My first thought was of a guy we’ve bumped into a few times in our travels with Time+Tide, Mr Jimmy Niggles. Jimmy’s story is simple to the point of being unforgettable. He’s grown an … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Richard Branson vs the ‘Million Dollar Beard’ appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: Bronze beauty – the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition

Panerai Aug 23, 2016

IN-DEPTH: Bronze beauty – the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition

The story in a second From the bright and shiny press pics, to the patinated reality, the bronze Carl Brashear from Oris is one of the buzziest watches released this year. We had thought, towards late 2015, that the watch world had reached peak bronze. The uncommon material, pioneered by Panerai and Anonimo seemed to … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Bronze beauty – the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The case of the lost and found Omega Seamaster

Omega Seamaster DEPLOYANT - Aug 17, 2016

The case of the lost and found Omega Seamaster

The incredible story of how an Omega Seamaster, helrloom from Grandad, was lost at sea and found! With photographs of the real watch, and narrative.

MY WATCH STORY: Ted from Petrolicious and his Rolex GMT Master 1675

Rolex GMT Master 1675 Editorial Aug 11, 2016

MY WATCH STORY: Ted from Petrolicious and his Rolex GMT Master 1675

Editorial Director of Petrolicious, a site and production house dedicated to showcasing the world’s finest classic cars and their owners, Ted Gushue has an instagam feed (@TedGushue) that’s unsurprisingly dominated by breathtaking cars. So, when we began spotting the occasional timepiece dotted among the vintage BMWs and Porsches, we wanted to know more from this LA-based … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: Ted from Petrolicious and his Rolex GMT Master 1675 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The pure design of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin

A. Lange & Sohne Jul 29, 2016

IN-DEPTH: The pure design of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin

Story in a second: The Saxonia Thin is A. Lange & Söhne design at its most pure. One of the things that makes everyone like A. Lange & Söhne as a brand (and I mean everyone, I can’t think of a single person I know who doesn’t like or respect what Lange does) is the … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The pure design of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Product Launch: Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition II

Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Apr 16, 2016

Product Launch: Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition II

Product launch of the Oris Great Barrier Reef Limited Edition II in the Great Barrier Reef, off the coast of Queensland, Australia.

Into The Deep With The Carl F. Bucherer ScubaTec

Carl F. Bucherer Nov 9, 2015

Into The Deep With The Carl F. Bucherer ScubaTec

The story of Carl F. Bucherer began in Lucerne, Switzerland, in 1888, a time of unparalleled cultural and artistic expression in Europe - what we now call the Belle Époque. That year, Carl Friedrich Bucherer, an entrepreneur with a passion for horology, and his wife Luise opened their first shop on the Falkenplatz in Lucerne’s […]

Events from the Horological Fortnight ending Nov 1

Events from the Horological Fortnight ending Nov 1

Round up of the horological fortnight, featuring significant events: the Harry Winston Opus 14 Launch in Germany and the re-opening of the JLC Boutique in Singapore.

Unveiling the Richard Mille Tourbillon RM 27-02 Rafael Nadal (Live Pictures)

Richard Mille Tourbillon RM 27-02 Rafael May 26, 2015

Unveiling the Richard Mille Tourbillon RM 27-02 Rafael Nadal (Live Pictures)

Our own founder and group editorial director, Wei Koh, was recently at the launch event of a special timepiece, where he found himself in the embrace of old friends, and a most blessed pinched cheek. The 28 year old tennis phenom, Rafael “Rafa” Nadal Parera, is presently chasing his 10th career title at the 114th […]

Review of the 2015 Sinn 903 Navigation Chronograph

Breitling Navitimer? Apr 21, 2015

Review of the 2015 Sinn 903 Navigation Chronograph

The story behind the Sinn 903 and how it bought its birthrights from Breitling, like the Jacob of old.

The Apple Watch: Revolution’s Editors Weigh In

The Apple Watch: Revolution’s Editors Weigh In

Well, the other shoe has finally dropped: last week, Apple officially launched the Apple Watch, spawning think-pieces, hand-wringing, enthusiasm, disdain, and chains of mutual recrimination in comments sections across the Internet –in other words, it was a typical Apple product launch. We watched the keynote with as much interest as anyone, of course –but reactions from […]

Frederique Constant Enters A Brave New World with the Horological Smartwatch

Frederique Constant Enters Feb 27, 2015

Frederique Constant Enters A Brave New World with the Horological Smartwatch

Truth be told, when watch journalists such as myself were told about a new big launch that was coming up by Frederique Constant, I was interested, being a fan of the brand. Yet, when I was told that it would be a Smartwatch, I started to become very curious. What would it look like I […]

Pre SIHH: Cartier Introduces The Crash Skeleton Limited Edition With Shaped Manufacture Movement

Cartier Introduces Dec 12, 2014

Pre SIHH: Cartier Introduces The Crash Skeleton Limited Edition With Shaped Manufacture Movement

There are several pieces of apocrypha circulating about the genesis of the Cartier Crash. By some accounts, it was inspired by a watch that a Cartier London customer had brought in for servicing, a watch that had been involved in a traffic accident. Another story tells of how the vice president of Cartier London himself […]

Hermès Arceau And The Complicated Art Of Subtle Luxury

Hermes Sep 17, 2014

Hermès Arceau And The Complicated Art Of Subtle Luxury

Hermès is one of the brands that stays true to its roots. Founded in 1837 by Thierry Hermès in Paris, France, the brand made it’s name as a prominent manufacture of equestrian equipment for the rich and royal. Even today, when visiting their website, the saddle configurator will be prominently displayed. Although still a very […]

Hautlence launched the ‘Invictus Morphos’ Chronographe, during their 10th Anniversary!

Hautlence launched Sep 8, 2014

Hautlence launched the ‘Invictus Morphos’ Chronographe, during their 10th Anniversary!

What I thought would be the celebration party for the 10th Anniversary of Hautlence, turned out to be a combination of festivities and the launch of an important new men’s watch, the ‘Invictus Morphos’ Chronograph! – “Case à Chocs” night club in Neuchatel – Friends of the House, distributers and Press were invited to come […]

Reactions: The Rolex Deepsea D-Blue Dial Edition

Rolex Deepsea D-Blue Dial Edition Aug 5, 2014

Reactions: The Rolex Deepsea D-Blue Dial Edition

Whenever Rolex is about to launch a new timepiece, there would always be a plethora of hype and speculation in the watch community. It was therefore not surprising that there was a lot of excitement when Rolex announced that they will be launching a new variant of the popular Deepsea Seadweller (also known as theRead More

Blast From The Past: The Roger Dubuis Hommage Chronograph

Roger Dubuis Hommage Chronograph When talented Jun 23, 2014

Blast From The Past: The Roger Dubuis Hommage Chronograph

When talented watchmaker Mr. Roger Dubuis decided to launch his own brand in 1995, he sought inspiration in the innovations and techniques pioneered by Swiss watchmakers of the past. “I decided I wanted to create a watch to thank my teachers, friends and all those who had helped me learn and perfect my art,” shared […]

New York, Paris and the Tank Anglaise

Cartier concentrated Jun 4, 2014

New York, Paris and the Tank Anglaise

During the years after the launch of the Tank Divan in 2002, Cartier concentrated on other models like the Santos 100 and Calibre de Cartier, two watches that were clearly developed for the mens market. It took 10 years, since the Tank Divan, before La Maison presented another Tank model. – Tank Anglaise XL – […]

The Tank That Didn’t Win The War; Tank Divan

Casio n May 18, 2014

The Tank That Didn’t Win The War; Tank Divan

After the successful launch of the Tank Francaise in 1995, an occasion that was hard to beat, La Maison presented quietly a completely new Tank model in 2002; the Tank Divan. – Steel version with automatic movement and Python strap – It was a watch that was designed from scratch and not a modernised version […]

In Plain Sight: Revealing The Secrets Of F. P. Journe’s Resonance Chronometer

Breguet named Francois Paul Journe May 16, 2014

In Plain Sight: Revealing The Secrets Of F. P. Journe’s Resonance Chronometer

This story is something of a mea culpa. Many years ago, when I was yet green with youth and correspondingly filled with overweening self-confidence, an independent watchmaker –a respected one; a student of the work of such luminaries as Janvier and Breguet –named Francois Paul Journe, came out with a most intriguing watch. That watch was […]

The Charm Of The Tank Française

Cartier did May 7, 2014

The Charm Of The Tank Française

Six years after the successful launch of the large Tank Americaine in 1989, a watch that was designed for men and loved by women, Cartier did an even greater launch of a new Tank model; the Tank Française that was presented in Geneva in 1995. Since the first day of the release the watch was […]