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HANDS-ON: The impossible blackness of Moser’s Endeavour Perpetual Moon Concept

Few colours have the symbolic weight of black. It’s meaningful in pretty much every culture. It’s associated - naturally enough - with darkness, mourning and solemnity, and with endings and beginnings. It’s also a colour of power and authority. All these associations and emotions are tied up in Moser’s latest conceptual piece, the Endeavour Perpetual … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The impossible blackness of Moser’s Endeavour Perpetual Moon Concept appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EDITOR’S PICK: 5 sports luxury watches that deliver on both fronts

Editor’s note: The watch industry is, in general, pretty big on segmentation. According to them, we should be wearing something different for every different activity in our lives. But that way madness lies. I’m a fan of watches that fit a range of purposes, and ranges don’t come much wider than sports AND luxury. So, … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: 5 sports luxury watches that deliver on both fronts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

SPOTTED! By AG: Dispatch 14, September 2018 - some cars, more watches

September was very much a mix of cars and watches, which understandably go hand in hand. The strongest commonality between the two hobbies? The collectors - and their unwavering passion. To kick off September, I made my way down to the German Auto Show 2018, put on by the Volkswagen Club of Victoria. I know enough … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! By AG: Dispatch 14, September 2018 – some cars, more watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EDITOR’S PICK: This Laureato is the reason why you should always bet on black

Editor’s note: What is it about an all-black watch that really gets the heart racing? I mean, it’s a neutral colour, like white, silver, or grey, yet just by adding a heavy dose of toner, an entire watch can be transformed. Case (and dial, and strap) in point, the black ceramic Girard-Perregaux Laureato 42mm. A luxury … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: This Laureato is the reason why you should always bet on black appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Parmigiani Fleurier Toric Qualité Fleurier

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Choosing to throw its hat into the ring at a point when the mechanical watch industry was still very much feeling the effects of near extinction during the Quartz Crisis,...

Review: Urwerk UR-111C - the evolution of cool

We take a look at the latest timepiece from Urwerk: the UR-111C. How does the UR-111C stack up against the other Urwerk? Click here to find out.

Bremont Provides the Antidote

Bremont is proving to be the go-to watch brand for action movies.

LIST: The stories we tell - 5 dinner party watch anecdotes

Watches. Turns out they’re not (just) for telling the time. As horology’s true believers (that is, you lot) will no doubt be aware, watches are more than mere objects. They’re a hobby, a community, and – depending on how far gone you are – a way of life. But this interest doesn’t come without its … ContinuedThe post LIST: The stories we tell – 5 dinner party watch anecdotes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the Tangente ‘Red Dot’ 2018 by Nomos Glashütte x The Hour Glass

Nomos Glashütte collaborates with The Hour Glass for a second time to produce the Tangente ‘Red Dot’ 2018 in two versions, limited to 100 pieces each.

Martenero Edgemere Reserve

These are watches with such playful personality and my collection is still in dire need of some color. I only wish it was easier for more people to try them on in person...

On the Right Path with Bulgari

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Not all roads lead to Rome – an ironic fact, given Bulgari’s history and its affinity towards the Eternal City. But Bulgari’s success, in large part, is attributed to the...

In Conversation With Francesca Grima, The Daughter Of Renowned Jeweller Andrew Grima

Revolution contributor James Sherwood chats with Francesca Grima, the daughter of renowned jeweller Andrew Grima, about her father and the ‘About Time’ collection he produced for Omega in the late 1960s.

Jaquet Droz: the brand values and expertise. Invitation to JD exhibition within.

Jaquet Droz: we explore the values of the brand. Through three of its eight codes, viz the Grande Second, Automata, and Ateliers d’Art.

Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Blue

Hublot’s penchant for celebrating, commemorating or generally revelling in anything that can possibly result in a Big Bang variant brings us the Spirit of Big Bang Blue.

Celebrating the Western Lifestyle Ralph Lauren Introduces the Western Watch Collection

Ralph Lauren celebrates the brand’s 50th anniversary with a very distinctive set of watches – the Western Watch Collection.

LIST: 3 rockers that could rock the Raymond Weil Tango Marshall Limited Edition

It’s all about the music, man, it’s always been about the music. At least it is for Raymond Weil. And the Swiss-made brand’s Music Icon Series. Not only does it feature limited-edition tributes to artists such as Bob Marley, David Bowie and The Beatles, but it also pays homage to the instruments and equipment that … ContinuedThe post LIST: 3 rockers that could rock the Raymond Weil Tango Marshall Limited Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Patek Philippe Champions Women’s Complicated Watches

Among the maisons that refuse to differentiate between complications for women and men, Patek Philippe reigns supreme, offering chronographs, world timers, perpetual calendars and minute repeaters, all within its standard collection.

VIDEO: What makes a travel watch? Exploring Rome with the Longines Conquest V.H.P. GMT Flash Setting 

A few weeks ago I travelled to Rome to check out the Longines Conquest V.H.P. GMT Flash Setting, a GMT not like any other. And in between the first-look video, horse racing and spectacular rooftop launches, we thought we’d do some sightseeing around Rome and put the V.H.P. GMT through its paces as a travel … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: What makes a travel watch? Exploring Rome with the Longines Conquest V.H.P. GMT Flash Setting  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

A Closer Look at the F.P. Journe Chronograph Monopoussoir Rattrapante

Last November, one of the most highly anticipated watches at the Only Watch auction was the F.P. Journe Monopusher Split-Seconds Chronograph.

Citizen Promaster NY008 Asia Limited Series Divers

Citizen is offering an updated line-up known as the Citizen Promaster NY008 Asia Limited Series, which offers a variety of new dial options and capitalizes off the previous collection's limited military connection.

EVENT: Watches, whisky, Brownlows - Tissot hosts 6 of the best for AFL’s big night

Last night the Australian Football League (AFL) celebrated its night of nights, the Brownlow Medal. Regarded as one of the most important events on the Australian sporting calendar, it’s akin to American Football’s Heisman Trophy or the world game’s Ballon d’Or. Needless to say, it’s kind of a big deal around these parts. Especially (at … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Watches, whisky, Brownlows – Tissot hosts 6 of the best for AFL’s big night appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

ANNOUNCING: New in the shop, the handsome AF Tissot Heritage Petite Seconde and why we rate it

This morning we are announcing a new addition to the Time+Tide shop - the Tissot Heritage Petite Seconde, see the listing here. Tissot’s heritage game has been unimpeachable the last few years, with the Heritage 1948 causing quite a stir last year, and the solid, tidy and classic Petite Seconde making 2018 a one-two punch. Perhaps … ContinuedThe post ANNOUNCING: New in the shop, the handsome AF Tissot Heritage Petite Seconde and why we rate it appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Parmigiani Fleurier Bugatti Aérolithe Performance Titanium

Anything that says “Bugatti”, all the way down to crappy plastic model cars from amorphous brands, sold in pound stores. So, you can imagine what hold Parmigiani Fleurier has on me.

New and reviewed: MB&F; HM9 Flow (live pics)

MB&F; amazes once again with the latest - the HM9 Flow. The shapes is inspired by vintage cars and aircraft. And the movement is totally new.

Review: A Tale of Two Bell & Ross Watches: BR03-94 RS18 and BR-X1 RS18

We take a look at two Bell & Ross novelties: the BR03-94 RS18, and BR-X1 RS18. Click here to find out how does the two watches stack up.

Corum Big Bubble Anima Matteo Ceccarini

Corum collaboration with Italian DJ, composer, and producer Matteo Ceccarini, featuring a piercing blue eye on its dial, the Big Bubble Matteo Ceccarini, or “Anima”, is an eye-catching (pun intended!) piece sure to get people talking.

VIDEO: The Tudor Heritage Black Bay GMT is a contender for the hottest watch of 2018

Since their dramatic reboot in 2012, Tudor has continually upped the game. From the original Black Bay, to the development of in-house movements, new case materials, and complications like the chronograph, every year brings a new surprise. Based on this track record, I’m always excited to see what Tudor will do next with the Black … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Tudor Heritage Black Bay GMT is a contender for the hottest watch of 2018 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Rare Watches: Jaquet Droz Tropical Bird Minute Repeater - high horology meets high art

Jaquet Droz's well known for automata, Métiers d'Art expertise, and spectacular timepieces: Tropical Bird Minute Repeater. Hands on, video and full details.

Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5367

The Classique Tourbillon Extra-Plat Automatique 5367 wears the grand feu enamel dial of the 7147, which is the polar opposite of the equally traditional, if ornate, engine-turned dial of the 5377.

Boodles Marks Time with Patek Philippe