Gone but not forgotten a love letter to the Tudor North Flag
Ricardo Sime
It's 2015. Baselworld is still a thing. Hundreds of watch media outlets have descended on the town of Basel, Switzerland to report on the latest watch releases. Many of them have their eyes fixated on Tudor, as leaks are pointing towards them releasing their first in-house movement. And as the brand opens its doors to the public, .................. 11.08.21 More
INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Indy 500 Special Edition is a circle of blacktop for your wrist
Nick Kenyon
This year, TAG Heuer are celebrating more than a decade and a half of timing partnership with the celebrated NTT IndyCar Series, and are releasing a new special edition watch to mark the occasion. The TAG Heuer Formula 1 Indy 500 Special Edition was designed in close collaboration with the IndyCar team, and has a number of design c.................. 11.08.20 More
RECOMMENDED READING: Everything you didn't know about the Patek Philippe Calatrava
Nick Kenyon
The Patek Philippe Calatrava is probably the most recognisable time-only collection of watches in Swiss watchmaking. Simple, three-handed watches made in precious metal that represent what Patek Philippe is about in its most distilled form restrained classicism made to exacting standards.Image: thehourglass In this article by The H.................. 11.08.19 More
EDITOR'S PICK: As speculation rises about Idris Elba as Bond, we speculate about 007's next watch
Felix Scholz
Editor’s note: Speculation that Big Idris Elba might be the next man to don?the Tom Ford tux and strap on the Walther and take over from Daniel Craig as the next Bond has once again reared its head, and honestly this is something we can all get behind (side note, Esquire’s suggestion of Thandie Newton also has serious .................. 11.08.18 More
Ulysse Nardin Marine Chronometer Torpilleur In-depth Review
Felix Scholz
Story in a secondThe Marine Chronometer Torpilleur shows a new, focused and driven face of Ulysse Nardin.I'm going to start this review talking not about mechanical watches, but naval warfare. In the late nineteenth and early twentieth century, naval dominance was all about massive floating fortresses, with thick plate armour and .................. 11.08.17 More
5 Watches to Survive the End of the World
Felix Scholz
Every generation or so has its own particular flavour of apocalyptic angst. From mutually assured destruction to pandemic plagues or even rogue asteroids. Living in 2017 we seem to be blessed with a profusion of options for end times, some of which are looking increasingly (and worryingly) plausible. Even if climate change doesn't.................. 11.08.17 More
TAG Heuer's Sydney Flagship Store's On-brand Makeover
Ceri David
The official opening last night of the newly redesigned TAG Heuer Sydney flagship drew quite a crowd – far beyond the usual cluster?of beautiful people who attend this kind of shindig. Located at the intersection of Pitt Street and Market Street, this is the undisputed epicentre of the city's retail district, which made it per.................. 11.08.16 More
Cartier Santos-Dumont Rewind | HANDS ON
Borna Bosnjak
What’s the first thing that comes to mind when you think of Cartier? For me, it’s probably a classic, rectangular Tank Solo with a white dial. For others, I wouldn’t be surprised if it was one of a few others – Santos, Love Bracelet, perhaps even a leashed panther. But how many think of a red-dialled, plat.................. 11.07.24 More
Best full lume dial watches | BUYING GUIDES
Borna Bosnjak
The formula is simple. Lume is cool, so that must mean the more lume, the better. Rather than pointing out any potential flaws in my logic, here’s a roundup of the best full-lume dial watches that are currently available, covering different styles and price points, but offering more than enough night-time legibility.A brief.................. 11.07.24 More
The Hublot Big Bang Unico Azur is nautical but nice
Fergus Nash
Hublot extend their “Hublot Loves Summer” campaign to the Hublot Big Bang Unico AzurThe blue and white ceramic case evokes a classic sailor's outfitLimited to 50 pieces, it's only available at the Monaco and St Tropez boutiquesThe French Riviera tends to get a lot of love from watchmakers. From the TAG Heuer Monaco to t.................. 11.07.23 More
Here are 5 of our favourite watch and fashion brand collaborations
Borna Bosnjak
Collaborations have been the headlining trend in the fashion world in recent times, serving as the perfect way to create excitement, owing to the generally limited nature of the releases. Naturally, it only makes sense for watch brands to jump onto the hype train, which is reflected in the number of joint ventures, whether that b.................. 11.07.22 More
HANDS-ON: The Hublot Big Bang Integrated Time Only is ceramic luxury, simplified
Borna Bosnjak
Hublot has always been known for pushing the envelope of material use in their latest releases. Contrary to that regular scheduling, LVMH Watch Week 2022 saw the release of the Hublot Big Bang Integrated Time Only. While certainly a more simplified take on a classic Hublot recipe, the Integrated Time Only (a change from the name .................. 11.07.22 More
UEFA Watch World Cup: which team boasts the most expensive watches?
In soccer, sorry football, players can make obscene sums of money and like any superstar athletes use their salaries to acquire some very expensive timepieces. With the UEFA 2020 tournament reaching its climax this weekend, we will finally have a winner after the tournament was delayed for a year due to COVID. But as watch enthusiasts, perhaps we s.................. 11.07.21 More
This Antiques Roadshow Cartier moment did not turn out how she wanted
Antiques Roadshow is a source of a lot of fun for watch enthusiasts eagerly anticipating the appraisals of timepieces. Whether family heirlooms or watches bought while serving in the military, the people who bring their watches to be evaluated have their fingers crossed for high numbers – hoping they have hit the jackpot with their watch. We&.................. 11.07.21 More
HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot 43 shrinks in size but not impact
Nick Kenyon
The evolution of an iconic design is interesting. How do designers keep something fresh, without losing the identity that made it an icon in the first place? Be it the iPhone, the Porsche 911 or the Nik Air Jordan sneaker, it’s a challenge that organisations around the world struggle with and this year IWC took up the challen.................. 11.07.21 More
#Kixntix: Pack up your duffel bag and head on safari with the khaki green Longines Spirit
Thor Svaboe
The term amalgamation is not particularly sexy, but nonetheless the recipe of success for the Longines Spirit collection. While the brand’s Hydroconquest range is all about cool modernity and the Heritage series revels in vintage delight, the Spirit offers an artful blend of past and present.On one hand there's the perfectly .................. 11.07.21 More
The top 5 Omega James Bond limited edition watches of all time
James Robinson
Editor’s note: Earlier this week, we asked a question on Instagram stories, what is your favourite Omega Bond watch from the last 25 years? Imma jump in here just to say, uh, wut? Where is the Spectre Seamaster 300 Limited Edition (my clear?favourite Bond watch)? Where is Pierce’s watches? Any of them! It seems you e.................. 11.07.20 More
The brand new TAG Heuer Monaco 1989-1999 Limited Edition
Felix Scholz
TAG Heuer's Monaco at 50 celebration rolls on we've already seen editions one and two and the third, formally known as the TAG Heuer Monaco 1989-1999 Limited Edition, has just been announced in New York City.?The basis for this watch is the Calibre 11-powered Monaco (obvs), in its distinctive (and large wearing) 39mm case, with of.................. 11.07.19 More
RECOMMENDED READING: Trust in the Tool Watch
Nick Kenyon
As you might have noticed (here, here and here), I’m quite interested in bulletproof watches being used in situations with bullets (figuratively). I enjoy, as much as the next guy, reading about the (somewhat theoretical) limits of well-made watches, if it be temperature, altitude or water pressure. But what I love even more .................. 11.07.19 More
A look back at the Longines Heritage Military COSD
Nick Kenyon
Editor’s note: As evidenced by the release of the popular Heritage Military watch, Longines have a long history in manufacturing reliable tool watches for the world's armed forces. One that is sometimes overlooked today, but got people talking when it was first released, is the Longines Heritage Military COSD. A considered no.................. 11.07.19 More
HANDS-ON: The bird is the word Bell & Ross' BRV2-94 Racing Bird that is
Felix Scholz
Every year, the Bell & Ross design team goes nuts with an incredible and (sadly) hypothetical vehicular creation. This year it was the Racing Bird, an awesomely streamlined take on a prop-powered racer, the sort of machine you'd see at the Reno Air Races.Of course, while the plane is conceptual, the watches are very, very real.................. 11.07.18 More
Andrew McUtchen
** The TAG Heuer Autavia with Time+Tide Collector’s Pack will be available in the Time+Tide shop from Monday 16th July at 9am, or Friday via a newsletter resale. To subscribe to the newsletter, click here. **The reaction to the TAG Heuer Autavia re-release was hardly a slow-burn. The curtain was drawn back at Baselworld 2.................. 11.07.18 More
Tudor Black Bay Steel Pares It Back Video Review
Felix Scholz
I'm on record as being quite a fan of the Black Bay Steel. For me, it was one of the real highlights of Baselworld 2017. At first this might seem like a bit of an odd choice as the BB Chrono and S&G were the buzzier' pieces. For me, though, the Steel takes the Black Bay back to what it's all about — the core of the colle.................. 11.07.17 More
About Time with Patty Mills of the San Antonio Spurs Video
Felix Scholz
There's a confidence to Patty Mills as he walks on to the court of the Melbourne Sports and Aquatic Centre to talk about Tissot's new role as Official Timekeeper of the NBA. On reflection, this confidence shouldn't come as a great surprise. The six-foot 27-year-old is at the top of his game as point guard for the San Antonio Spurs.................. 11.07.16 More
The lives of the rich and famous may not be relatable for everyone, but there is something kinda sweet about a parent letting their child wear something of theirs. In some instances, celebrities take it to the next level, gifting highly luxurious objects such as timepieces to their young children. In such instances we see the comment sections go wi.................. 11.06.23 More
RECOMMENDED WATCHING: Unboxing the Audemars Piguet Black Panther with Anthony Joshua
Nick Kenyon
When it was first announced that Audemars Piguet and Marvel would be collaborating on a watch, social media lit up with criticism of the project. Yet only a couple of months later, the Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Concept Black Panther Flying Tourbillon has been seen on the wrists of more taste makers than you can name, including supe.................. 11.06.21 More
INTRODUCING: The TAG Heuer Connected Golf Edition, pre-loaded with 40,000 golf courses
Nick Kenyon
It was only three months ago that the latest TAG Heuer Connected watch was launched, the third generation of the luxury Swiss smartwatch that first hit the market in 2015, the same year as the first generation of the Apple Watch. One (eventful) quarter later and we see the launch of the brand new TAG Heuer Connected Golf Edition, a.................. 11.06.20 More
How the Swatch Casino Royale changed my collecting forever
Fergus Nash
When I had my great-grandfather's 1958 Omega Seamaster restored, I was convinced that I'd never wear, or need another watch again. It looked great, performed fantastically, and I had a personal connection to it that just didn't exist for anything else. But as my interest in watches and time spent researching them grew, it was inevi.................. 11.06.20 More
BATTLE ROYALE: The T+T Team list their favourite ever IWC Big Pilot references
Nick Kenyon
The IWC Big Pilot collection is a pillar of the brand for a reason. The design is iconic and has remained unchanged for the best part of a century, the wrist presence is almost unparalleled, and the double-barrelled power reserve means you can take it off for a week without needing to reset the time. As a result of its significance.................. 11.06.20 More
Franck Muller Double Mystery review
Felix Scholz
Franck Muller’s tagline is “the master of complications”, and this watch delivers on that promise in dazzling style. This fully set Franck Muller Double Mystery from their Round collection (which goes to show that there’s more to the brand than Curvex cases) is a great example of working smart.The movement .................. 11.06.19 More
Cameron Wong
Editor’s note:?Work. It’s one of life’s unavoidable necessities. And for us watch folk, a place that if we’re not careful, our choice of wrist-wear and love of watches can lead to a spot of trouble. Especially now, when the year’s brand-new releases are hitting the storefronts and there is research an.................. 11.06.18 More
EDITOR'S PICK: The seafaring origins of the Franck Muller Yachting collection
Cameron Wong
Editor’s note: Add a splash of maritime to the wrist with fine naval details dispersed?from its bow to its stern. Recently we covered the latest super-yacht-friendly?release?from the master of complications, the?Franck Muller Vanguard S6 Yachting. So what better time to revisit the seagoing origins of the Yachting collection.................. 11.06.18 More
Buying a New Watch? Don't Even Think About Investment Value
Sandra Lane
Being in the watch writing line of work it's no great surprise that friends and acquaintances often ask me for watch-buying advice. Call it an occupational hazard, call it a compliment that they should consider my advice worth seeking but (unlike a doctor friend, who gets irritated by being asked for free clinical advice at dinner .................. 11.06.17 More
Omega Seamaster 300: Best Modern Dive Watch Available?
Felix Scholz
Editor’s Note: The fact it’s James Bond’s choice automatically makes it good enough for the rest of us, but even without the exploding bells and whistles, the Omega Seamaster 300 packs a heck of a punch.?The story in a secondThe Omega Seamaster 300 Master Co-Axial was one of the best watches of 2014, combining th.................. 11.06.16 More
Jaeger-LeCoultre Melbourne Collectors' Dinner
Felix Scholz
There was a constant air of quiet intensity in a private dining room of Melbourne's Stokehouse City on Tuesday night. Occasionally that correlated with the consumption of concoctions from a menu full of veloutes, sabayons and bombes. But far more frequently the hushed aura was down to the velvet lined trays containing an entirely .................. 11.06.15 More
Panerai's Watches and Wonders 2025 high watchmaking | VIDEO
Jamie Weiss
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Panerai is not a watchmaker that one immediately associates with haute horlogerie, for better or worse. Indeed, part of the allure of Panerai is its consistent, robust tool watch designs, with the essential forms of the Luminor and Radiomir effectively unchanged since t.................. 11.05.25 More
New releases from Tudor, H. Moser & Cie, Hublot and more
Pietro Pilla
Wow! This week has been full of horological events: the 2025 Met Gala and the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix were fantastic opportunities for some proper watch spotting. The latter was the occasion Tudor chose to launch a new F1 collab, which was just the first of two unexpected new chronographs from the Maison. Opposite to that, both.................. 11.05.25 More
Jamie Weiss
The 1960s was a memorable decade for many reasons – the rise of counterculture, humanity’s first steps on the Moon, the civil rights movement, the pill and the sexual revolution – and fittingly, it was also a critical decade for the watch industry. Not only did the ’60s see the launch of many watches that ha.................. 11.05.25 More
Is Longines at a pivotal moment? | OPINION
Emily Holmes
Longines is having a moment. You know it, I know it. Suddenly, the Longines HydroConquest and Spirit Zulu Time are being presented as peers to a Tudor Black Bay, and not a money-saving alternative. But the most impressive thing about this moment is that it's happening for non-watch people too. Longines has gone from the watch you .................. 11.05.24 More
The new Bulgari Aluminium collection adds bigger cases and fresh colours
Fergus Nash
The Bulgari Aluminium collection has been expanded with bigger cases and new colours.The Capri Solotempo and Chronograph evoke the Italian island with an electric-blue gradient dial.The Match Point Edition adds a subtle touch of green for tennis lovers.The Bulgari Aluminium has always been a stealth watch, not because it has any de.................. 11.05.23 More