New releases from Swatch x Omega, MB&F, Renaud Tixier and more
Pietro Pilla
Well… It comes as no huge surprise that the biggest watch news this week was the reveal of the “Snoopy MoonSwatch”. But, it was by no means the only cool release this past week – with everything from incredible independents to resized icons and hot daily wearers. Scroll below to dig in.Swatch x Omega Biocer.................. 23.03.24 More
Longines Spirit Zulu Time Collection
Fergus Nash
The Longines Spirit collection was one of the most instantly successful new watch releases from a big brand in years, with not a single detail out of place. It's almost as if Longines read the collective consciousness of the world's watch fanatics and crafted the perfect pilot-style watch, with just the right amount of vintage eleg.................. 23.03.22 More
Introducing: The Bulgari Octo Finissimo 10th Anniversary Limited Editions
Consumers in this day and age are all too familiar with the finished products of watch manufacturers thanks to digital watch media, whether from publications such as ours, social media, or forums. But, it is not always the case that consumers are offered a final product that leverages the origins of its design. To celebrate the 10th anniversary of .................. 23.03.22 More
Thor Svaboe
Only two weeks ago we introduced you to the firework display of bedazzling colours in the DEFY 21 Felipe Pantone, which hypnotised us with small, fresh flashes of the rainbow. This time, Zenith shows us how the angular tool presence of the DEFY series projects an image of quiet elegance, in the Zenith DEFY 21 Ultrablue.?As the more.................. 23.03.21 More
INTRODUCING: The all black everything Omega Seamaster Diver 300m Black Black
Nick Kenyon
The fan favourite Omega Seamaster Diver 300m is getting more than a facelift in 2021. That’s right, the watch best known for appearing on the wrist of 007 will now be available in full ceramic in the all-new Omega Seamaster Diver 300m Black Black. And that repetition in the name is for emphasis. This watch is very black indee.................. 23.03.21 More
Andrew McUtchen
What a difference two years makes. In 2018, I introduced this until now unpublished video by saying that shock, horror we were reviewing a collection of watches with quartz movements: the new Longines V.H.P. Collection. I’d go as far as to say it makes me grimace a little to watch in 2020.Because since then, the advanceme.................. 23.03.20 More
HANDS-ON: The Hublot Classic Fusion Ferrari GT
Sandra Lane
A Hublot with soft, flowing lines. Now there's a phrase I never thought I'd write. The FerrariCHublot 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 strai.................. 23.03.19 More
Ben Zachariah
TAG Heuer have a long history in motorsport. Heuer chronographs adorned the dashboards of now priceless Porsches and Ferraris that were being rallied in the 1960s. Fans of Steve McQueen will know he wore a Monaco in his famous 1971 film Le Mans. Then only three years after that film, TAG Heuer championed digital precision timing .................. 23.03.18 More
HANDS-ON: The TAG Heuer Monaco Bamford
Justin Mastine-Frost
In many ways, you could say that few people have had as significant an impact on the watch industry from a design standpoint in recent years than George Bamford. Beloved by many, despised by a good few at least, Bamford is single-handedly the reason why watch customisation is now so prevalent in offerings directly from wat.................. 23.03.18 More
Longines Lindbergh Hour Angle Watch 90th Anniversary Limited Edition Hands-on Review
Andrew McUtchen
This post is served with an almighty fist pump, because just like our crystal ball predicted', Longines has announced a 90th Anniversary version of the Lindbergh Hour Angle, a few months ahead of the anniversary celebration. Longines has still managed to pull out a major surprise though. The steel and titanium watch will be lim.................. 23.03.17 More
Longines Heritage 1945 Hands-on Review
Felix Scholz
One of the highlights on our Baselworld calendar is seeing what heritage re-release Longines has cooked up, and whoo boy, have they pulled out all the stops in 2017 or what. You’re looking at the Heritage 1945, an absolutely on point interpretation of a mid-century dress watch. Based on a 1945 design called the Calatrava by .................. 23.03.17 More
Our Bell & Ross BR-X1 Carbone Forgs Kevin Magnussen and Jolyon Palmer's Watch Story
Ben Zachariah
Jolyon Palmer (image via Renault Sport)We recently had a chat with with Renault Sport F1 Team drivers, the Danish Kevin Magnussen and English rookie Jolyon Palmer, just a few hours before the first race of the 2016 F1 season. Both were sporting the official watch of the team the Bell & Ross BR-X1 Carbone Forge.As we sat down,.................. 23.03.16 More
Baselworld 2016: Our 10 Impulse Buys and a Stretch Target Watch
Andrew McUtchen
Team Time+Tide, L-R, Michiel, Marcus, Hamish, Justin, Andy, Ceri – not pictured, Katie, DC, Andrew and FelixBasel is over, let the lists begin! Not really (spare us) but the memories are still fresh, the passions linger and, frankly, we want to get this done before we board the plane back to Melbourne, leaving this aftern.................. 23.03.16 More
Baselworld 2015: 5 Tough Questions Everyone Wanted to Ask Omega
Andrew McUtchen
The interview gets off to a disastrous start. What worse things can happen in an interview than waltzing into the media suite (in the gargantuan Omega Booth at Baselworld) and sitting in the wrong seat. The President's seat. Mr Urquhart's seat. (No-one calls Mr Urquhart Stephen'. No-one. Just FYI).He reacts, in fact, very well................... 23.03.15 More
Omega Planet Ocean Nathan's Follower Review
Felix Scholz
Name: NathanWatch: Omega Planet Ocean 45.2mm 2005/6 on a Hollows Leather, Horween Chromexel ZULU strapLocation of shotAt work?in Haymarket, SydneyYou and watchesI’ve always been into cameras, cars, and watches. Just ask anyone that knows me, especially my wife, and they can tell you I’ve always liked ‘nice things.................. 23.03.14 More
New releases from Hermes, Hanhart, Angelus and more
Pietro Pilla
Watches and Wonders in Geneva is getting closer and this week we have one of the latest rounds of heavy hitters before the embargo period prior to the show. Usually, Hermes launches new models sparingly, but this week it delivered multiple novelties at once. We also have a major independent brand celebrating a 15th-year milestone .................. 23.02.25 More
How much did Elton John's Cartier Crash just hammer for?
Legendary musician Elton John, an absolute G.O.A.T. in his field, notably has a heap of his possessions heading to the Christie’s auction block. The first batch of lots was hammered off this week which included three watches – with many more to go in upcoming auctions.Probably the most mouth-watering, beyond just the provenance, was Elt.................. 23.02.24 More
Baume & Mercier Hampton Polyptyque Edition Muse Soulages
The Hampton Polyptyque Edition Musee Soulages 10th Anniversary is the second limited edition from Baume & Mercier x Musee Soulages. Its dial is inspired by Peinture 324 x 362 cm, 1986, Polyptyque I Edition from the series Outrenoirs.The watch is limited to 328 numbered pieces and priced at US$6,900.Two years ago, I wrote an opinion piece in the.................. 23.02.24 More
Video: Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Complete Calendar Openface
Back in 2019, Vacheron Constantin made horological headlines with a perpetual calendar Traditionnelle watch with a never before seen functionality. Perpetual calendars can be notoriously tricky for their owners. With such an intricate calendar mechanism, their owners’ lives are made much easier if the watch is kept wound – a perfect exa.................. 23.02.22 More
The revitalising energy of the Tudor Black Bay ref. 79220N
Nick Kenyon
Editor’s note: The Tudor Black Bay symbolised a new chapter in the journey of the Rolex-owned watchmaker, with the decision to look back into their archives to build their future collections proving a very popular one. Inspired by the Tudor Submariners of the mid-1950s, the Tudor Black Bay ref. 79220N is a thoroughly modern i.................. 23.02.20 More
Andrew McUtchen
The Porsche Design by IWC Ocean 2000 ref 3504 is the kind of model that makes the experience of being into watches great again. But more about the watch later. Because the really great news is that we have one (in pretty extraordinary condition)?to auction on eBay, from this morning. You can bid on the watch right now, here. Th.................. 23.02.19 More
HANDS-ON: The Hublot Spirit of Big Bang Yellow Sapphire the not so mellow yellow
Justin Mastine-Frost
Magic Gold, ceramic, sapphire. We all know that Hublot loves toying with case materials, and their latest comes as yet another clever spin on case materials the first ever watch cased in yellow sapphire. Hublot wasn't the first to get into the art of crafting sapphire watch cases, however they have been the first to dabble.................. 23.02.19 More
HANDS-ON: Once in a Blue Side of the Moon a closer look at the boldest Omega Speedmaster yet
Felix Scholz
Omega's ceramic exploration of the Moonwatch has been underway for some time now, starting with the popular Dark Side of the Moon back in 2013. Since then, we've seen a bevy of monochromatic models, with numerous blacks on offer, as well as grey and white.Last year, Omega flipped the program a little, adding colour and additional .................. 23.02.18 More
A. Lange & S?hne Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon Hands-on Review
Felix Scholz
A. Lange & S?hne is one of the indisputable heavy-weights of the watch industry, with a credibility and cachet rivalling that of Patek Philippe. And this year at SIHH the German brand unveiled their new champion the Datograph Perpetual Tourbillon.This watch is essentially a greatest hits compilation their iconic Datograph chro.................. 23.02.16 More
Watch Story by Dennis from The Waiter's Club
Andrew McUtchen
One time I dropped it in a big pot of boiling minestrone. I drained the minestrone. The watch was fine. I had to wait a while to put it back on as it was quite warm after that.The Waiter’s Club is a restaurant in a nowhere laneway somewhere in the heart of Melbourne and it’s a place tourists don’t go. Hell, it.................. 23.02.15 More
SIHH 2015: What Your Booth Says About You Part 2
Felix Scholz
Remember our cultural analysis of the spectacle that is the booths of SIHH? Well, strap in for the conclusion of our comprehensive analysis of the power plays, marketing ploys and grand statements that characterize the best booths of SIHH 2015.The Richard Mille boothIn a landscape dominated by big and bold, Richard Mille are at th.................. 23.02.15 More
TAG Heuer Formula 1 Chronograph 2025 | HANDS ON
Borna Bosnjak
“WE ARE BACK”, reads a huge banner on TAG Heuer’s website, proudly announcing the brand’s return as the title sponsors of Formula 1 and cementing its status as the motorsport watch brand. While this is a huge change, premeditated by LVMH taking over from Rolex in October 2024, one thing that watch fans, my.................. 23.01.25 More
The most influential watch designers | LISTS
Tom Austin
If you’re used to wearing modern wristwatches, you’ll know that mostly, they are the result of decades of evolution. The brands themselves tend to be enduring icons, which have paved the way for the watches we enjoy today. Within their catalogues there are watches which have existed for decades, albeit in different forms.................. 23.01.24 More
HANDS-ON: The new IWC Portofino collection
Fergus Nash
IWC usually brings to mind the stern, sporty range of military-inspired pilot's watches, and occasionally the suave dressiness of one of their Portugeisers. Often under-appreciated is the Portofino collection a group of watches which pay homage to one of the most classic eras in watchmaking history. With elegance and detail-oriente.................. 23.01.23 More
Ozark date windows and surviving lockdown life
Luke Benedictus
In Ozark, Marty Byrde is wearily accustomed to high-stress scenarios. Physical danger is an occupational hazard when you're a money launderer for a Mexican cartel. But in the third series of the Netflix show, Marty finds himself in a spot of real bother.Imprisoned in solitary confinement by a murderous drug lord, Marty's captor.................. 23.01.22 More
As the doors open again, here are 3 watches you can only get in the Sydney Hublot boutique
Thor Svaboe
Sydney’s New Year fireworks were more symbolic than ever this year, hopefully distancing us from so many of 2020’s bleak memories including lockdown and Trump. And what about online shopping? Clicking is easy don't get me wrong, but go through your watch drawer and do the maths: how many pieces have you actually bought .................. 23.01.21 More
Luke's 2019 $20K fantasy watch collection
Luke Benedictus
Sometimes you've got to face the bitter truth. Between small children, a house needing urgent renovation and a woeful inability to pick the winning lottery numbers, I can't spend big on a new watch for the foreseeable future. Luckily, right now the premium economy end of the market is stronger than ever. Here are five watches t.................. 23.01.20 More
"Watch & Act!" Auction Item Lot 5: A Hublot Classic Fusion, made unique
Time+Tide
Another watch conceived from scratch for the Watch & Act!' Auction, the Classic Fusion Watch & Act!' Unique Piece features a ceramic case, carbon fibre bezel and a shimmering blue dial. The case back is engraved with the words Unique Piece'. Before we go on, here's a quick primer on the Classic Fusion line: the collection, in.................. 23.01.20 More
"Watch & Act!" Auction Item Lot 4: A classic from the Longines Heritage Collection
Nick Kenyon
The Heritage Diver 1967 was released at the first Basel we attended as Time+Tide, so it holds special significance. It was also one of our favourite releases of the year, with its heft, heritage-correct styling and dashing colour scheme, it photographed beautifully and remains a solid submarine option in the truest sense. This watc.................. 23.01.20 More
INTRODUCING: The Hublot Classic Fusion Aerofusion Chronograph Orlinski Green Ceramic
Cameron Wong
When Hublot announced its partnership with French contemporary artist Richard Orlinski back in 2017, I guess you could say I was intrigued. Until then, I hadn't heard of Orlinski or his Pop Art-style beasts. But after seeing his brightly coloured Wild Kong gorilla sculpture, with its multiple diamond-like facets, I knew that a Hub.................. 23.01.19 More
Ulysse Nardin Classico Manufacture Grand Feu Demonstrates Confident Refinement Hands-on Review
Felix Scholz
Ulysse Nardin pulled out all the stops for its?first SIHH showing. In a fair charactered by conservative product releases, the Le Locle-based manufacturer presented?a strong line-up of novelties, with a strong nautical theme, highlights including the new regatta timer, the technically impressive Marine Grand Deck, as well as this .................. 23.01.17 More
People's Choice Votes on Comparison Reviews Video
Andrew McUtchen
Just over a week ago we broadcast the first ever episode of Apples to Apples, where Felix and I pick two similar watches, flip a Swiss franc to decide?which one we’re going in to battle for, and then argue for a couple of minutes. This is part A of the process. Part B is where you come in – because we invite all vie.................. 23.01.17 More
Omega Speedmaster Celebration in Texas, 2015 Retrospective
Andrew McUtchen
Founder’s Note: When we posted the Speedmaster Moonphase Chronograph Master Chronometer (oh boy, the naming department at Omega must be paid by the word) earlier today we were reminded of one of the real highlights of 2015; our trip to Texas to celebrate the Speedmaster. And to shake hands with George Clooney. In a year o.................. 23.01.16 More
Felix Scholz
The dust has settled on SIHH 2015, and we're braving the 24 hour commute back to Australia. The journey gives us some time to reflect and consider (over a few drinks in the lounge) on the watches we saw; what we were surprised by, what got everyone talking, and what we wished was in our hand luggage.So without any further ado here.................. 23.01.15 More
Piaget Altiplano Chronograph First Look Hands On Review
Felix Scholz
UPDATES WITH PICTURES AND PRICING INFORMATIONPiaget Altiplano Chronograph Pricing:?26,800 CHF (in pink gold)Most brands have a schtick. Something that they are particularly known for and excel at. And for Piaget, that schtick is thin. For years Piaget have been making some of the sleekest, and slenderest timepieces around. And alm.................. 23.01.15 More