IN-DEPTH: Colour comes to play with the TAG Heuer Carrera Calibre 16 Chronograph
Felix Scholz
The story in a second: Classic Carrera. More colour.If you spend more than a few minutes in the sometimes crazy world of watches, it's easy to lose perspective. You can very quickly get caught up in the hullabaloo of new this, in-house that, and proprietary the other. But while all that stuff is cool and sometimes really matters, .................. 06.08.18 More
Omega: Timekeeping at the Olympics, 1932-2016 Insight
Felix Scholz
The smoke from the Rio 2016 Opening Ceremony has settled, and the games of the 31st Olympiad have officially begun. And, for the 27th time Omega has been entrusted as the official timekeeper, making sure that records are made and broken with the utmost accuracy.Things have changed since Los Angeles in 1932. This marked the first t.................. 06.08.16 More
How to Wear a Gold Watch with Cartier and Chris Edwards Video Explainer
Felix Scholz
Gold. It's the original precious metal with a lustre that has shone unabated for millennia. Gold is the universal symbol of success, power, status and, obviously, wealth. These markers, while making it such a desirable material, can also make it tricky to wear, especially if you'd rather not look like a Boxster-driving-try-hard. O.................. 06.08.16 More
Richard Mille Watch Gets Putin's Press Secretary in Hot Water
Felix Scholz
The story in a second:Putin's press secretary got married on the weekend. Now he’s facing allegations of corruption after being spotted wearing a Richard Mille on the big day.Russian President Vladimir Putin's press secretary Dmitry Peskov is no stranger to dealing with hostile media. But usually it's on behalf of his boss. .................. 06.08.15 More
Tudor Pelagos FXD Alinghi Red Bull Racing Editions
The Tudor Pelagos FXD was born as a modern?successor to the Marine NationaleIts case distinguishes itself with fixed strap bars (no springbars)Two new “Alinghi Red Bull Racing” Editions are released with new carbon composite case material and first-ever Pelagos FXD ChronographI think it is fair to say that Tudor are really killing it as.................. 06.07.23 More
Step aside About Effing Time this is my ultimate three-watch collection
Building a fantasy watch collection is a fun game many watch collectors play. With so many watches to choose from, and so many collector-personalities to make these choices, it is always interesting to see which watches people select in these horological fantasy drafts. Often, because there are so many options to choose from, parameters are set to .................. 06.07.23 More
The link between crypto and collectible watches is becoming clearer
Ricardo Sime
For years, in the circles I’m a part of, watch collectors have been asking a simple question. As watch prices continue to skyrocket, who in the bloody hell is buying pieces at these premiums? Premiums that are two, three, sometimes four times the original retail price. We all agree that there are ridiculously wealthy people .................. 06.07.22 More
INTRODUCING: The Zenith Defy Extreme E Island X Prix Edition
Across the Time+Tide team, I am probably the least tuned into the racing world. Fun fact: I do not even have a driver's license. Shameful, I know, but as someone born and raised in NYC, it is more common than you might think. Nonetheless, I can still appreciate the racing watch category. We often see collaborations between the world of watchmaking .................. 06.07.22 More
Olympic sprint sensation Noah Lyles really loves his Omega Speedmasters
Nick Kenyon
Noah Lyles is set to be one of the big attractions at the Tokyo Olympics. Despite being only 23 years old, he already boasts a 100m personal best of 9.86 seconds, while last week, in the U.S. Olympic track and field trials, Lyles ran the 200m in 19.74 seconds, the fastest time in the world this year. The sprinter’s vocation m.................. 06.07.21 More
Mark Cavendish is gunning for Tour de France glory with Richard Mille
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: A few months ago Mark Cavendish was contemplating retirement. Last week, he won the 32nd Tour de France stage of his career at Chateauroux and now Eddy Merckx's record of 34 Tour stage wins is in his sights. All of which, we reckon, is a good reason to revisit this story about the 36-year-old cyclist’s penc.................. 06.07.21 More
A month on the wrist with the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80
Sean Roberts
The relationship between the Swatch Group and Tissot brings a host of benefits to the table. As the powerful parent company, the Swatch Group can deliver enviable command over economies of scale and a direct line to movement manufacturing with ETA. Being able to tap into such mighty resources enables Tissot to react quickly to tre.................. 06.07.21 More
RECOMMENDED READING: An introduction to the watch internet
Nick Kenyon
Despite what many may think, the birth of the watch internet happened a long time before Instagram was around. Back in those days (in an almost Grecian purity), the forum was king, with moderators wielding the sword of truth, slaying inaccurate idiots with all of the mercy Zeus was known for. These forums, most popularly TimeZone a.................. 06.07.19 More
Time+Tide
Over the last few weeks we've written three (count them, one, two and three) pieces explaining the what of watches. Thus far we've been pretty general, but today we get a lot more particular. Today we're talking chronograph scales those numbers at the edge of the dial that we're pretty sure no one really uses. But they do have a func.................. 06.07.19 More
Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Horograph Hands-on Review
Felix Scholz
Earlier this year Bell & Ross released a pair of their trademark square watches that demonstrated quite a different take on their perennial aviation theme. The BR 03-92 Horolum, a slab of grey metal, was inspired by an airport's tarmac. This version, the BR 03-92 Horograph, takes a similarly pedestrian inspiration — the .................. 06.07.17 More
Why I'll Always be a 'Vintage Watch Guy'
Time+Tide
Editor's Note: The other week I wrote an opinion piece on why I'm not so into vintage watches these days. We received a tonne of feedback on it, some of you thought I'd hit the nail on the head, others thought I was off my rocker. In short, it did what a good piece of opinionated writing should do divided our audience and started som.................. 06.07.16 More
Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Bi-Colour | INTRODUCING
Buffy Acacia
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch Professional Bi-Colour introduces a touch of glamour to the iconic sports watch.It's been launched with the help of Omega's latest ambassador, Barry Keoghan.The two references showcase Omega's Moonshine Gold and Sedna Gold alongside steel, exploring the characters of their differing tones.I would de.................. 06.06.24 More
Andy Warhol's Patek Philippe is up for auction at a surprisingly low estimate
Thor Svaboe
The 2021 auction season has seen highs and lows, marked by a lack of physical attendance in the auction halls due to COVID and a tendency towards conservative estimates to ensure that projections are broken. But excitement is mounting ahead of Christie's closing auction before the summer, with Andy Warhol's Patek Philippe being the.................. 06.06.21 More
Nick Kenyon
If you haven’t heard of James Thompson, aka Black Badger, you’ve probably seen his brightly lit work online. He’s done collaborations with independent watchmakers such as MB&F, De Bethune, and Sarpaneva, and has more recently been working with the King of Customisation himself, George Bamford. While much of wh.................. 06.06.20 More
Hublot Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski Blue Ceramic review
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: Few brands have the way with ceramic that Hublot has. The fusion-focused brand has pumped so much colour into the ultra-hard material that it’s hard to believe. Take the Hublot Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski Blue Ceramic for example …?When it was announced last year, I thought Hublot's Orlinski case .................. 06.06.19 More
Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver review
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: For years, Bell & Ross has stuck safely to the skies. Then, in 2017, they came for the oceans. And we could not be happier with the switch up. The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver is a smooth evolution of the brand’s famous form …?The story in a second: The Bell & Ross BR 03-92 Diver transitions.................. 06.06.19 More
NEWS: Cartier on screen and in style for Ocean's 8?
Felix Scholz
Disclaimer: This post contains minimal traces of watch. But it does contain some very large diamonds.Ocean's 8, the latest in the long-running series of elaborate heist movies, is about to hit our screens, but this time around the film is less of a bro session, as Clooney, Pitt et al. have been benched in favour of an all female c.................. 06.06.18 More
TAG Heuer Carrera What is the Risk it Takes Over the Collection? Biver Fires Up Video
Andrew McUtchen
Not so long ago, the TAG Heuer Carrera was one of the watch world’s most easily recognised?chronographs. Now, it’s every kind of watch imaginable. It’s time-only, it’s a Connected watch, it’s a tourbillon; you name it, there’s a Carrera variant. Hell, I’m wearing a Carrera today and it&.................. 06.06.17 More
Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook: In-depth Review
Felix Scholz
Who expected a drool-worthy heritage reissue from ceramic focused Rado at Baselworld? No one, that's who.While Rado is particularly well-known for their use of high-tech ceramic and hard metals, they've got a long history in water resistant and dive watches, launching their sporty Green Horse' series of watches (with a particularl.................. 06.06.17 More
Tudor Watches and the Rapha Cycle Club Event
Felix Scholz
Last Wednesday, members of the Rapha Cycle Club braved the cold Melbourne weather for an informal catch-up. Also in attendance was Tudor, bringing along the 2016 collection for its first public appearance in Australia, plus some of the brand’s greatest previous releases.Rapha riders in Tasmania. Image via rapha Angus Burrell.................. 06.06.16 More
The best watches of the 2025 Met Gala | POP CULTURE
Jamie Weiss
Every first Monday in May, the Met Gala transforms New York’s Metropolitan Museum of Art into fashion's most exclusive stage – a dazzling convergence of art, celebrity, and couture. Every year has a theme, and this year's edition is themed “Tailored for You,” aligning with the Costume Institute’s exhib.................. 06.05.25 More
Vacheron Constantin Traditionelle Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin
Borna Bosnjak
The Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin is a newcomer duo to the Traditionelle collection. It packages Vacheron Constantin's watchmaking prowess in a more feminine product, positioned to be one of the most complicated members of the family alongside a couple of tourbillon models. Complicated watches have often been reserved for larger .................. 06.05.22 More
HANDS-ON: The new IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 Edition Mercedes-AMG Petronas Formula OneTM Team
When the new IWC Pilot's Watch Chronograph 41 collection was unveiled last year, watch buyers rejoiced in its more compact sizing and increased versatility – introducing a bracelet for the first time and the all new Eas-XCHANGE? quick-release strap system. While pilot’s watches are what IWC is particularly known for, the Schaffhausen ma.................. 06.05.22 More
From Grand Seiko to Audemars Piguet, 4 watches that show musician James Blake is a serious watch guy
Nick Kenyon
If you’ve ever come across the singer and songwriter James Blake, you’ll know he’s got one of the best voices in the business and goes about his work with the detached cool of a guy that knows it. His unique style of ambient electronic music has won him critical acclaim and a global fan set, seeing him collaborate.................. 06.05.21 More
Andrew, Frank, Wei & RJ pick the 4 best watches under $10k
Andrew McUtchen
Recently, myself, Frank from Monochrome, Wei from Revolution and RJ from Fratello got together for a Zoom call that had no loftier intention than to kill our boredom for a couple of hours. The idea was to talk about the winners and losers from Watches & Wonders, the same way we’ve done in the media lounge at countless.................. 06.05.21 More
Hublot, you've come a long way baby. 16 photos that show just how far the brand has come in 15 years
Time+Tide
One fact that seems to have been roundly overlooked in recent years is the slow, steady, but really quite emphatic, elevation in Hublot’s yearly releases. In terms of technical complexity, case design and overall finishing. The Hublot of 2020 is not the brand that Jean-Claude Biver re-introduced to the world 15 years ago with t.................. 06.05.20 More
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: In the intro to this wearer review of the Tudor Black Bay 36 we remark on just how busy Kristoffer Paulsen is. Well, this story is a few years old now and judging by KP’s instagram and ever-more-mind-blowing folio of work, his life hasn’t calmed down at all. Still, beautiful pictures of a lovely watch.................. 06.05.19 More
IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition Laureus Sport for Good
Felix Scholz
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.................. 06.05.19 More
Watch and Jewellry Engraver Johnny King Who to Follow
Andy Green
Real nerd @KingNerd might?not be a real monarch, but he is royalty in the world of fine engraving. Definitely worth a follow if you’re into acanthus leaves and long guns. Oh, and watches.NAME: Johnny KingOCCUPATION: EngraverHANDLE: @KingNerdFOLLOWERS: 3.5kLOCATION: London, UKTell me about yourself:My name is actually John, aft.................. 06.05.17 More
5 Incredible Skills Mastered in Cartier's Maison des Mtiers d'Arts
Felix Scholz
Editor’s Note: Few brands can match the scope and scale of Cartier. The Parisian jewellery house offers everything from the popular and modern Juste un Clou?collection through to some of the finest bespoke jewellery made. The same is true for their watch collections. Tanks and Ballon Bleus might be the order of the day, but .................. 06.05.17 More
Omega to Host High-calibre Crowd on 'Her Journey Through Time'
Ceri David
The watch world is rich in heritage – and unless you've been snoozing for the past century and a half, this isn't exactly a newsflash. But last night, Time+Tide got to explore a side of that heritage that hasn't been given the attention it deserves – until now.?Partnering with Omega, 'Her Journey Through Time' was an int.................. 06.05.16 More
IWC Announces a Smart Device at IWC Connect
Felix Scholz
Hear that sound in the distance coming ever closer? Is it the future, or is it a bandwagon? It's too early to tell, but either way IWC are the latest large watch group to jump on board.Late last night Australian time IWC announced IWC Connect their foray into the world of connected devices. Details are scarce, but what we do know .................. 06.05.15 More
The secrets behind the Tudor manufacture | IN DEPTH
Russell Sheldrake
There was a lot of noise created around Tudor’s new manufacturing centre that was officially opened last year just before Watches & Wonders. And that was for a good reason, it ushered in a new era for the brand that has found itself the darling of collectors around the world, as it opened its doors to the world̵.................. 06.04.24 More
Look into the future of Hyper Horology with the Roger Dubuis Monovortex Split-Seconds Chronograph
D.C. Hannay
Roger Dubuis pushes the envelope of haute horology for Watches & Wonders, with the introduction of the Monovortex Split-Seconds ChronographIt features a 360 degree tourbillon designed to eliminate the effects of gravity, and sports a rattrapante chronograph?The case material is 60% lighter than ceramic, and 13% lighter than car.................. 06.04.23 More
Chopard's Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF is powered by a high-revving movement
Borna Bosnjak
The casual proposition in Chopard’s catalogue sports a high-beat 8 Hz movementFurthering the sporty characteristics, the Chopard Alpine Eagle Cadence 8HF is cased in grade 5 titaniumThe 01.12-C in-house calibre retains its place from the 2019 limited edition 8HF in this regular-production releaseAlthough the Alpine Eagle co.................. 06.04.23 More
The Oris Propilot X get a revamp and some fresh new colours
Fergus Nash
The ProPilot from Oris has long been a bit of a side character for the brand, with the aviation-inspired look having a fairly niche appeal when mixed with the smart-casual dial, hands and knurled bezel. Now, the Oris ProPilot X completely revamps the series with a new, cohesive design language filled with bold edges, the in-house C.................. 06.04.22 More