Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow on ladder bracelet (live pics)
Borna Bosnjak
Originally designed by Gay Freres in 1969, the ladder bracelet is back on the Zenith Chronomaster Revival Shadow in matte titanium.If you’re already a Chronomaster Revival Shadow owner, you can purchase the bracelet separately as an accessory.Both the Revival Shadow and Revival Safari models are offered with the new bracele.................. 26.08.24 More
Best dress watches | BUYING GUIDES
Borna Bosnjak
As our classification of what formal attire consists of keeps changing, our definition of what constitutes a dress watch is changing, too. This was an arena once dominated by the kind of watches that traditionalists would approve of exceedingly slender, leather-strapped pieces and pocket watches. Thankfully, there’s been a .................. 26.08.24 More
The new Jacob & Co. The World Is Yours Dual Time Zone is a tribute to the watch that started it all
“The World Is Yours” Dual Time Zone watch is a tribute to a family heirloom Jacob Arabo received at the age of 13This two-dialed Wakmann inspired Arabo to aspire to create his own watches, and has informed his designs ever sinceIt utilises a new manufacture calibre JCAA11, and this limited edition release is the first within this new co.................. 26.08.23 More
Jamie Weiss
There’s a long history of watch brands gifting race car drivers swanky timepieces as rewards for winning races. Jack Heuer famously gifted yellow gold Carreras to Formula 1 Grand Prix winners back in the ’70s, leading to those watches becoming a real status symbol among drivers. Turns out Audemars Piguet also planned to.................. 26.08.23 More
INTRODUCING: The new Longines Master Collection in 34mm
Fergus Nash
I recently wrote an article about the best 34mm watches that anyone can wear, and although the marketing is mostly feminine-orientated, I believe that the new additions to the Longines Master Collection could well be another option. The new 34mm size presents a great option for those who love classic proportions, and perhaps want s.................. 26.08.22 More
A deep dive into the PRX Chronograph with Tissot CEO | VIDEO
Fergus Nash
The Tissot PRX has been a constant source of joy for retro watch fans since its release, maintaining its hype with every new release in the 1970s-style ranks. Although plenty of brands – both major and micro – have taken their turn at producing an integrated-bracelet watch that evokes the Royal Oak without breaking the .................. 26.08.22 More
The best rectangular watches of 2021 from Jaeger-LeCoultre to Fears with a dash of colour
Thor Svaboe
Some people (yes, me) have a mental block, and just can't being themselves to put on a rectangular watch. While I love the often Art Deco-inspired panache of rectangular watches, I have more than 20 watches to my name and they're all ROUND, a sad state of affairs perhaps?But this year I think I might have to reconsider. With some p.................. 26.08.21 More
Thor Svaboe
Me, I'm a dial man. Don't get me wrong, I love a sharp bevelled case and intricate movements, but what gets me first is the face of the watch. Here we'll look at 10 examples – over two stories, the second of which to follow in the coming days – of dial faces that could launch a thousand watch enthusiasts. Into bliss. Fr.................. 26.08.20 More
Longines Skin Diver?Watch video review
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: Last night, Longines went live with their online shopping facility, and I’ve spent a bit of time browsing what’s on offer. And it should come as no surprise that I’m pretty into the ‘heritage’ section of the site. And one watch, which I saw last year and was really taken by, is the L.................. 26.08.19 More
Our 3 favourite Longines models available to buy in Australia, in store and online
Time+Tide
Longines has had a big few months in Australia. They opened their first Melbourne boutique a little while back, on Collins Street in the heart of the city’s luxury district. And now their watches are available online, direct from the brand.?It's something that would have been unimaginable even a few years ago a major Swiss bran.................. 26.08.19 More
Friday Wind-down: 26 August, 2016 Shady Edition
Felix Scholz
Birds are chirping, flowers are budding, and there's a renewed sense of optimism in the air. Yes, springtime is almost here. Not sure about you, but this impending seasonal change calls for a celebration. So, charge your glasses with something that possesses refreshing citrus notes and find out what happened this week in watches.W.................. 26.08.16 More
A. Lange & S?hne Saxonia Automatic in Terra Brown: Warm Tones
Richard Cantley
When A. Lange & S?hne release a new watch there is always a collective ooh and ahh that resonates within the watch community. Germany's most prestigious brand has always earned respect and admiration for staying?true to their design philosophy. So it isn't too often that we get to see an ALS special?edition that offers a ne.................. 26.08.16 More
My Oris Twin Date Ian's Watch Story
Felix Scholz
Your name: IanYour watch: Oris 1970s “Twin Date”What’s the story behind this watch?Over the last few years I've developed a strong affinity with Oris what's not to like in an independent Swiss company that only produces mechanical watches that are relatively attainable despite a high level of quality?Last year I .................. 26.08.15 More
COMPETITION: The winner of the Tudor Pelagos!
Andrew McUtchen
It’s been an exciting 24 hours at Time+Tide. Well, that’s one word for it. The others might be along the lines of trepidation (who was going to win the watch?), exhilaration (when the winner proved to be a huge watch fan) and then gratitude, once again, for all the feedback we have received from the survey. But, wit.................. 26.08.15 More
Vacheron Constantin collaborates with Reko Rennie on an immersive art installation
Jamie Weiss
Swiss watch brands are increasingly collaborating with Australian First Nations artists, which is amazing to see. Last year saw Longines work with Gumbaynggirr/Bundjalung man, artist and professional surfer Otis Hope Carey on a collection of elevated NATO straps. Chopard followed that up with an exceptional collaboration with Shaun.................. 26.07.24 More
Two military-issued Tudors for the French special forces
Time+Tide
Few timepieces are as coveted as limited-edition watches issued to elite military and security units. When Tudor joined forces with France’s top security agencies, the result was nothing short of horological magic. In these two separate collaborations, Tudor has created ultra-rare editions of its iconic Black Bay 58, available .................. 26.07.24 More
Omega Speedmaster Chronoscope Paris 2024 | HANDS ON
The Omega Speedmaster Moonwatch is so iconic (I know, buzz phrase), that when the Speedmaster comes up in conversation, there is often a singular focus on the black dial Professional. The reality is, the modern-era Speedmaster is available in 97 different configurations. While nobody should be faulted for honing in on the Professional, the Two Coun.................. 26.07.24 More
5 watches you might have missed in 2020, including an Omega tourbillon
James Robinson
You'd be forgiven for not really caring about whether or not there's been any new watches released this year there are definitely more serious matters at hand. But, nevertheless, watchmakers have continued doing what they do best and there have been a plethora of great timepieces unveiled. Now, we're not going to attempt to talk.................. 26.07.20 More
IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase review
Time+Tide
Editor's pick: If you’re in the market for a massive, 45mm manually winding dress watch with more power than you can shake a mainspring at, we think the IWC Portofino Hand-Wound Moon Phase might just be up your alley …?Few things are as tactile and pleasing as manually winding a watch, and I've got to say the levels of sa.................. 26.07.19 More
EVENT: Celebrating the Omega 50th Anniversary Speedmaster
Andrew McUtchen
Last weekend, Omega treated their faithful VIPs to a night with eyes trained to the stars, and the moon, in their lush boutique at Chadstone, the Fashion Capital. It was to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of humankind touching down on the moon and the fact that this defining moment in the history of our species had an Omega watc.................. 26.07.19 More
LIST: 4 reasons why the Santos de Cartier is one of this year's most effortlessly masculine watches
Felix Scholz
While you can make an argument for one-watch-per-purpose (a watch for work, weekend, formal occasions, etc), I personally think that versatility is the key to a good watch. Luckily, versatility is something the Cartier Santos has in spades, which you might find surprising given that, on the face of it, the Santos de Cartier is a r.................. 26.07.18 More
Omega Watch Worn by Tom Hardy in 'Dunkirk' Has Epic Story Behind It Watchspotting Video
Andrew McUtchen
Tom Hardy’s watch in Dunkirk has been identified as an Omega “RAF” 1940 reference CK2129. Image:?movietvtechgeeks *Minor spoiler alert* It’s not unusual for a watch to play a starring role in a movie. Often it’s the prop?that shows a countdown in a race against time, or it’s a sentimental obj.................. 26.07.17 More
How to Build a Profitable Vintage Watch Collection on a Budget
Sandra Lane
A few years ago I attended a talk called, How to Start a Collection'. The focus was on vintage rather than modern and the speaker was a prominent collector, so I looked forward to picking up some great tips. His advice was to anchor a collection with some key pieces, and he gave some examples. Impeccable reasoning, but there was a .................. 26.07.17 More
Omega, Ball and Rolex at San Diego Comic-Con 2016 Watchspotting Video
Ceri David
A celebration of comics, sci-fi, gaming and general nerdery, Comic-Con International wrapped up yesterday in San Diego – and if you're not familiar with?it, think Baselworld but with less watches and more figurines. If you're one of the thousands of fans who went along to soak up the magic, we envy you – and best of luck.................. 26.07.16 More
Hublot Official Timekeeper of Juventus Welcomes Legend
Andrew McUtchen
“Are there any Juve fans here?” Craig Foster, Australia’s key football commentator and former Socceroo, asked the crowd gathered in a special roped-off, soccer pitch-themed area outside Monards at Crown Casino Melbourne. The eruption of noise and cheering said unequivocally, yes, yes there were mentator Craig .................. 26.07.16 More
Breguet Double Tourbillon Quai de l'Horloge | INTRODUCING
Buffy Acacia
The Breguet Classique Double Tourbillon Quai de l'Horloge is the latest Double Tourbillon reference, debuting in rose gold for the first time since 2006.Not only does its skeletonised dial boast two tourbillons, but it rotates twice per day, turning one tourbillon into an hour hand.Because the calibre 588N2 is viewed from the dial.................. 26.06.24 More
Andrew unboxes his new TAG Heuer Skipper | VIDEO
“So, I am deeply uncertain about what I’ve done. It all just happened so quickly and now I don’t know what I’ve done.” This is how Andrew kicks off his unboxing video of his major #NWA: the TAG Heuer Carrera Skipper in 18k rose gold.With Time+Tide Tribe a new home for our more colourful content, Andrew films his live r.................. 26.06.24 More
TAG Heuer Monaco Skeleton | HANDS ON
D.C. Hannay
There's no questioning the icon status of Heuer among racing chronographs, and one of the main reasons is the Monaco. Boldfaced imitators aside, there really isn't another watch like it, and for good reason: it was a tough nut to crack. Putting a then-new automatic chronograph movement in a square case (and then making the whole th.................. 26.06.23 More
Pharrell's watch collection is as hot as a spacecraft upon re-entry
D.C. Hannay
Producer/musician/songwriter/fashion mogul-hyphenate Pharrell Williams has seemingly done it all. Since his early days producing and writing songs for the likes of Mystikal, Pusha T, and Jay-Z as half of The Neptunes, he's a guy that never stops. Besides two solo albums and five with his group N.E.R.D., just look at this small slic.................. 26.06.22 More
HANDS-ON: The Tissot PRX Gold Quartz
Buffy Acacia
Tissot knew exactly what they were doing when they kickstarted the budget-friendly integrated bracelet trend with the PRX. Looking at one instantly throws your mind back to the 1970s, regardless of whether you were actually alive then or not. Between the flared jeans and ABBA, one thing the 1970s had was an appreciation for gaudy .................. 26.06.22 More
Once you notice how celebrities wear their watches you can't unsee it....
During the week an interesting article popped up from the Independent UK in my Apple News feed. It revolved around a press conference at Euro 2020 where superstar footballer Cristiano Ronaldo shunned one of the tournament sponsors Coca-Cola by purposefully moving two bottles of the soft drink out of view from the camera while asserting water to be .................. 26.06.21 More
Nick Kenyon
The 1940s were a golden period for chronograph innovation at Longines, an era that included the now highly collectible 13ZN movement, as well as timelessly balanced and articulated designs. The depth of Longines' archives from this period have yielded yet another handsome model that is faithful to the original, with sensitive updat.................. 26.06.20 More
Let's admit it, we use our kids as excuses to buy watches
Andrew McUtchen
Here are some little-known facts about the Friday Wind Down, which has been published pretty consistently on a Friday since 2015:?Fact #1 There have been 143 Friday Wind Downs.?Fact #2 ALL of them, every single one, was written on a Friday.Fact #3 It's fair to say that practically all have been written on or after 3pm on the Fr.................. 26.06.20 More
INSIGHT: How does Hublot love football? Let us count the ways
Felix Scholz
Hublot understands the power of a good partnership, and they don't come much more powerful than the FIFA World Cup. The World Cup is one of the biggest events in the world. World Cup Brazil reached 3.2 billion viewers across the globe, with one billion alone tuning into the final. Russia looks set to be even bigger. And while many.................. 26.06.18 More
Panerai's Radiomir 1940 3 Days GMT PAM 628 and PAM 657 Traveller's Twin-set Review
Felix Scholz
PAM 628 and PAM 657Over the last few years, Panerai has gone to a lot of effort to evolve their offering. The foundation pieces are still there aggressively simple dive watches that make little effort to belie their military origins, but these days the brand has so much more to offer, from hi-tech tourbillons to slender dress opti.................. 26.06.17 More
Franck Muller Vanguard's Dangerous Curves
Felix Scholz
Editor’s Note: There’s an?undeniable?energy about the Franck Muller Vanguard, something mesmerising and strangely compelling. We don’t know if it’s the sleek shape, the brooding colour combo or something else. We just know we like it.?When we saw Kingston Chu's rose gold Vanguard at the opening of the Franc.................. 26.06.16 More
Vintage Baume & Mercier Chronograph Rick's Follower Review
Felix Scholz
Name: RickWatch: Vintage Baume & Mercier chronographWhat’s the story behind your Baume & Mercier Chronograph?Since I was about 18 I have always been quite the watch enthusiast. My taste back then consisted more of Pulsar, Timex and Seiko. Oh, and this one hideous gold nugget Geneva watch that I believe fell off my wr.................. 26.06.14 More
New releases from Ming, Timex, F.P. Journe and more
Pietro Pilla
Many independents are launching more and more new models and big box brands are not far behind with some interesting additions to their collection. TAG Heuer revives an iconic colourway on the occasion of the 2024 Formula 1 Monaco Grand Prix, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris collection gets an exciting new complication and F.P. Journe.................. 26.05.24 More
How much do stone dials actually cost? | WATCH EDUCATION
Buffy Acacia
There'll always be a fascination with the cost of raw materials in watchmaking, even though we all know that the final price also has to account for labour, development, and a myriad of other costs. It's pretty easy to calculate the price difference between a watch made of solid gold and another out of platinum, but what about sma.................. 26.05.24 More
The Franck Muller Grand Central Tourbillon Flash brings a sporty attitude to a complex movement
Fergus Nash
It can sometimes be difficult to know what to make of Franck Muller. Whether it's because of the brand's relative youth or general whimsical approach to design, it seems that a lot of collectors don't take them particularly seriously. However, Franck Muller is built on a bedrock of technical excellence and that has earned them a pl.................. 26.05.23 More