Omega Speedmaster Automatic Tom's Follower Review
Felix Scholz
Name: TomWatch: Omega Speedmaster AutomaticWhat’s the story behind your Omega Speedmaster??Growing up in Poland behind the iron curtain I was very aware of the space race and we were all very keen for the West to beat the Russians who were occupying our country. I had all kinds of books on the Apollo and Space shuttle missio.................. 09.07.14 More
New releases from Seiko, Omega, Studio Underd0g and more
Pietro Pilla
This week’s selection sees the surprising appearance of Hublot with a sapphire pocket watch in collaboration with noted artist Daniel Arsham, with whom they made a snow sundial watch some time ago. We followed with a big announcement from Omega, which signed Barry Keoghan as its latest ambassador and presented two new models.................. 09.06.24 More
Breitling Chronomat Giannis Antetokounmpo Limited Editions | Intro
Breitling launches two Chronomat watches in collaboration with two-time MVP and NBA champion Giannis Antetokounmpo.The models all have Giannis’ initials on the counterbalance of the second hand and a green dial inspired by his team colours.The steel Chronomat Automatic GMT is limited to 1,750 pieces and the red gold Chronograph model is limit.................. 09.06.24 More
Best frozen dial watches | BUYING GUIDE
Charlotte Harris
Now that it’s the start of summer at least here in the Northern Hemisphere the weather is finally warming up. The cold and wet of just a couple of weeks ago is starting to feel like a distant memory and we can finally reach for our shorts and sunnies. But we Brits never deal well with heat, and so we thought a good way t.................. 09.06.24 More
Breguet Type 20 and Type XX | HANDS ON
When you think of Breguet watches, the first word that comes to mind is probably guilloche. The maison is widely celebrated for their engine-turned dials, truly decorated by hand in a world where many other brands have moved towards stamping them. But Breguet is by no means one-dimensional. Sure, the brand's namesake makes you think of tourbillons,.................. 09.06.23 More
Andrew McUtchen
There was a moment during the all-action Tasmanian launch of the Rado Captain Cook in high-tech ceramic that neatly summed up how this launch was different to others. It was an awkward one if I'm completely honest. Because after diving into the six-degree temperature water of a lake at Derby, in the north east of the Australian.................. 09.06.21 More
Nick Kenyon
Hot on the heels of the launch of the latest TAG Heuer Connected watch in March, their LVMH watch sibling has launched the new Hublot Big Bang e. And while it’s not surprising in itself Hublot already play in this space its execution has some genuinely eccentric touches. But first, the specs, because they’re far more pa.................. 09.06.20 More
Fergus Nash
“I haven’t read your article yet about which action stars are wearing which watches,” IWC CEO Chris Grainger-Herr begins the interview by saying. “I just very much hope you haven’t got Jason Statham in there with his one Rolex in that one film, even though he buys and owns all his IWCs himself and wear.................. 09.06.20 More
Andrew McUtchen
Editor’s note: To celebrate?the Aquanaut’s 20th birthday in 2017, Patek Philippe released the enlarged (from 40 to 42.2mm) and quietly in charge Aquanaut ref. 5168G. a watch that remains a reminder of the collection’s youth. In more recent years, the model has struck confident new?poses such as the ref 5968A c.................. 09.06.19 More
8 stupidly high prices people paid for watches worn by celebs, with Trump's watch the big exception
Daniel Senia
Editor’s note: Daniel, who originally wrote this thorough analysis of the inflated prices people will pay for watches connected to famous people, is a numbers person.?Instead of just musing on the celebrity inflation in general, Dan wanted to get down to the exact percentage that each watch had appreciated based on its?estim.................. 09.06.19 More
Andrew McUtchen
In an unusually candid on-stage interview, Chris Hemsworth has revealed that he often buys watches for his support staff when a movie wraps and that his relationship with TAG Heuer started when he was gifted a watch after the 2013 movie Rush.Chris Hemsworth at the TAG Heuer 55 Years of Carrera event in Sydney, June 2018I think .................. 09.06.18 More
EDITOR'S PICK: What's not to love about the IWC Pilot's Chronograph?
Cameron Wong
Editor's note: The perennially popular IWC Pilot’s Chronograph is one of those iconic modern tool watches that can pull off almost any occasion, thanks to its handsomely?utilitarian design. To prove just how versatile it is, Andy recently spent some time with the Spitfire at Goodwood.?And while I could start waxing lyrical a.................. 09.06.18 More
EDITOR'S PICK: The honeymoon continues another year on with the Tudor Pelagos LHD
Cameron Wong
Editor’s note: Well, it’s been a year since this one was first published. And while a lot has changed over the last 12 months,?a few?things?remain the same. I keep getting older, like a kid on Christmas morning I still look forward to even-numbered days, and I still love a strap change. Most importantly, though, the LH.................. 09.06.18 More
Rado HyperChrome Captain Cook in White: One for the Ladies Video Review
Felix Scholz
So far this week we’ve looked at the larger 45mm Captain Cook and the smaller vintage versions.?To round out the trifecta, we’re taking this bright and beach-ready number for a spin. Now, this isn’t your typical ‘on the wrist’ review, as the mesh bracelet is intended for wrists smaller (and less hair.................. 09.06.17 More
Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Vintage Chronograph
Cameron Wong
When I hear the words Bell & Ross, I immediately picture square watches inspired by flight instruments watches like the iconic BR01 or its smaller cousin, the BR03. And I'm sure I'm not alone. There is, however, another side to the Bell & Ross family. With classic looks and traditional round cases, the Vintage collection d.................. 09.06.17 More
Ferrari Design Head Flavio Manzoni Talks Hublot and the Importance of Boldness Interview
Ceri David
Right now, Vivid Sydney is in full swing. Not familiar? Well, in a nutshell, it's an annual three-week festival of light, music and ideas' that's best known for transforming the city with grand-scale projections after dark. It also includes a packed schedule of talks by some seriously fascinating people. One of them caught our eye m.................. 09.06.16 More
3 Reasons Piaget's Relationship with Ryan Reynolds Will Last Forever
Ceri David
It’s fair to say not all celebrity ambassadors are created equal, but this is one that has our full approval here at Time+Tide, as Piaget announce international superstar Ryan Reynolds as the latest member of the fam. Why is he such a good fit? Really? You need hard evidence beyond what we’re all feeling right now in our.................. 09.06.16 More
5 Bomber Jackets to Wear in a Breitling Jet
Felix Scholz
WHAT SORT OF JET FIGHTER PILOT WILL YOU BE?“Maverick, you just did an incredibly brave thing. What you should have done was land your plane! You don’t own that plane, the taxpayers do! Son, your ego is writing checks your body can’t cash.”?Let’s be real. If the watch industry was?Top Gun, Breitling wo.................. 09.06.14 More
Best quartz watches | BUYING GUIDES
Borna Bosnjak
It’s almost inevitable that every time we talk about quartz watches – unless it’s a G-Shock of some kind (spoiler alert) – there’s the “but, it’s quartz” disclaimer. While I could certainly understand watch companies that went under in the ’70s being salty about it, I’d .................. 09.05.25 More
Phil Toledano on the new Toledano & Chan B/1 | INTERVIEW
D.C. Hannay
If you're unfamiliar with artist Phil Toledano's work, he can be tough to pin down, which is a good thing. His multidisciplinary approach is largely based in photography, but where it goes from there is highly unorthodox, utilising video, sculpture, and now, even A.I. in his creative process. The result is wry, subversive, and oddl.................. 09.05.24 More
New Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba watches come in one green colour, but two sizes
Fergus Nash
The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba adds green to its 43mm and 37mm variants.The 43mm version is a full-spec dive watch with 300m of water resistance.A budget option is available in the 37mm reference, with a quartz movement and NATO strap.Hamilton's world has revolved around the Khaki Field for several years now, with other brand intere.................. 09.05.23 More
Liverpool's Jurgen Klopp has reasons to smile, including a new watch
Matt Pickering
Elite athletes seem to be taking more and more interest in our little corner of the world. From LeBron James sporting the AP Black Panther Concept Watch, Liverpool teammates Jordan Henderson and Virgil Van Dyk visiting the AP manufacture to NFL legend Tom Brady taking a stake in HODINKEE, many high-profiles athletes are packing .................. 09.05.22 More
Andrew McUtchen
Like I say in this video, separating what’s “actually” new versus what a brand tells you is new, and what’s truly innovative from the marketing spin is practically a daily task in watch media. Do. Not. Believe. The. Press. Releases.So, when you ask four hardened hacks from the field for four watches that.................. 09.05.21 More
HANDS-ON: The Longines Avigation BigEye Chronograph Petrol Blue Titanium
Fergus Nash
Longines have been leading the nostalgia bandwagon for years now. Their Heritage line has been pumping out hit after hit of vintage-inspired reissue models for much longer than most other Swiss juggernauts, one of the most popular being the Avigation BigEye Chronograph. The original BigEye is full of character, even having won the .................. 09.05.21 More
The thin and the bling: The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept and Piaget Limelight
Sandra Lane
This year, Piaget has focused on the two strengths that most clearly define the Maison: on one hand, ultra-thin men's watches (taken to their most technically demanding extreme) and on the other, boldly designed and extravagantly gem-set women's watches.Altiplano Ultimate ConceptNobody could reasonably dispute that this insanely th.................. 09.05.20 More
Luke Benedictus
From Humphrey Bogart's wide-brimmed fedora in Casablanca to Indiana Jones' whip in Raiders of the Lost Ark, the right prop has defined many big-screen characters. Christopher Nolan's ‘Dark Knight’?trilogy of Batman films contains an object deserving similar recognition. Except you don't notice it. The reason why is .................. 09.05.20 More
Montblanc Orbis Terrarum review
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: Last Baselworld (2018, not 2019), I decided to mix things up a little and leave my normal bunch of plain and simple three-handers at home for something a little, um, busier. Well, a lot busier if we’re honest. But trust me, all the colours and text on the dial of the?Montblanc Orbis Terrarum didn’t de.................. 09.05.19 More
Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer review
Time+Tide
Editor’s note: There’s no denying that dual time, or GMT watches are useful. They’re also a bit of a pain if you want to change time zones on the fly. Well, the ingenious Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer takes that minor irritation out of the equation, and how!?The story in a secondIt’s all in the bezel.One .................. 09.05.19 More
HANDS-ON: The Rado HyperChrome Bronze ceramic meets the bronze age
Cameron Wong
Rado is synonymous with a pioneering use of high-tech ceramic in watches. Attractively sleek, the material is lightweight, hypoallergenic, and virtually scratchproof, making it perfectly suited to watchmaking. However, not so much for those of us who like our watches with a peppering of patina, and enjoy a little wabi-sabi action .................. 09.05.18 More
Tudor Heritage Black Bay 41 Hands-on Review
Felix Scholz
One of the standouts for Tudor last year was the small and simple Black Bay 36. For the first time Tudor’s key collection shed its dive watch origins in favour of a sleeker, more minimal look. It also lost a sizeable amount of bulk, trimming down to a svelte 36mm, making it ideal for women and suitable for men looking for so.................. 09.05.17 More
Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph | VIDEO
Buffy Acacia
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The Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph collection finally brings the El Primero into a casual yet playful setting.The automatic El Primero 3600 beats at 5Hz and is capable of measuring tenths of a second.Initially available in blue, black, and silver, they're priced at CH.................. 09.04.24 More
Vacheron Constantin Patrimony 20th Anniversary | INTRODUCING
Buffy Acacia
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For the 20th anniversary of the Vacheron Constantin Patrimony, the Maison explores minimalism again.The old silver dial colours explore depths of both warm and cool tones.There's a 39mm time-only version with a hand-wound movement, or a 42.5mm watch with a moonphase an.................. 09.04.24 More
Vacheron Constantin Overseas Green collection | VIDEO
Buffy Acacia
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Considering that Vacheron Constantin is one of the oldest and most respected watch brands in the world, famously belonging to the Holy Trinity of Swiss watchmaking, it's clear that it's not the kind of company to hop on bandwagons. Green dials have already passed from .................. 09.04.24 More
Tudor Black Bay 58 GMT | INTRODUCING
Buffy Acacia
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The long-awaited, thinner take on the Black Bay GMT is finally here in all its Bakelite-like glory.The case slims down to an impressive 12.8mm in height, retaining the Black Bay 58’s 39mm diameter.The watch is available on either a rubber strap or riveted three-l.................. 09.04.24 More
TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph | HANDS ON
Jamie Weiss
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One of the most exciting watches produced for the delayed Only Watch 2023 auction was the TAG Heuer Monaco Split-Seconds Chronograph: a groundbreaking piece for the brand that not only features an eye-catching texturised titanium and sapphire crystal case but debuted TA.................. 09.04.24 More
Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon | INTRODUCING
Buffy Acacia
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The Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept Tourbillon is the thinnest tourbillon watch in the world.Introducing complications to the battles of thinness makes things much more exciting.The whole watch with a peripherally-mounted flying tourbillon is 2mm tall including the s.................. 09.04.24 More
IWC Portugieser Hand-Wound Tourbillon Day & Night | HANDS ON
Borna Bosnjak
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The tourbillon is already one of the most mechanically impressive but elegant complications, neatly integrated into a tiny radius. For Watches & Wonders 2024, IWC sought to further iterate on the elegance of its manual-winding Portugieser Tourbillon, but rather th.................. 09.04.24 More
IWC Portugieser Eternal Calendar and Perpetual Calendar | VIDEO
Borna Bosnjak
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After an Ingenieur-heavy 2023 and all the recent focus on materials with the Pilot’s Watch range, it was high time for IWC to give some love to the Portugieser. With its design stemming from the pocket watch-inspired pieces of the 1930s, the Portugieser’s .................. 09.04.24 More
IWC Portugieser Chronograph | HANDS ON
Buffy Acacia
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Let's be honest. When people attend a watch fair as huge as Watches & Wonders, they're most excited about new watches and not so much new colour schemes. There is an exception to this, and that's when the colours are just too nice to ignore. Of the new IWC Portugie.................. 09.04.24 More
Hublot Big Bang Integrated Time Only 38mm | HANDS ON
Zach Blass
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The Big Bang is the signature range of Hublot's modern collection, and in 2022, an evolution of the model, the Big Bang Integrated Time Only, made its debut. It offered a more compact take, outfitted on a bracelet, which exchanged the chronograph complication for just a .................. 09.04.24 More