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As Rolls-Royce continues to break all of its own rules, it makes the perfect fit for a watch company that has never been afraid to do things differently.

While the Oris Chronoris Date is attractive it feels historically out of place for a collection whose raison d'etre is "chronographs for motor racing"

Oris seem to be going from strength to strength, releasing smart watch designs – like the Divers Sixty-Five – that impress critics and customers alike. This year it’s time for their modern diver, the Aquis, to shine. The entire collection has been revamped – it’s still big and bold, but it’s a little less blocky. Oris … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Top 4 Oris releases of Basel 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Revolution recounts winners from the 2016 Rolex Enterprise Awards and their particular projects, which aim to better our quality (and our understanding) of life.

Announcing the MB&F; LM1the Final Edition. With details of this final release of an icon which ran for 6 years. Completw with live photographs and price.

MB&F; announce the closing chapter of the Legacy Machine No. 1, a watch which ends one chapter but signals the coming of many more.

If Patek Philippe Advanced Research is a symbol of things to come, it might actually herald a potential tourbillon-free future for high horology.

Ross Povey’s top five picks from the upcoming Phillips Watches’ the GENEVA WATCH AUCTION: FIVE, including a prototype Tudor chronograph from the late 1960s.

Full hands-on analytical review of the new Rolex Sky-Dweller "Rolesor" with live high resolution photos from Baselworld 2017.

Vacheron Constantin announces six new additions to their Overseas collection with four watches in a new mix of steel and pink gold, two-tone cases.

As Marvelites and Comic-Con attendees undoubtedly already know, Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2, the much-anticipated follow-up to the 2014 original, is in Australian cinemas today. As a closet Marvel fangirl (Pssst, Antman. You never return my calls.), this is a big deal for me. So to celebrate I’ve put together five (very different) watches, for the … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 out of this world watches perfect for the Guardians of Galaxy, just in time for Vol. 2 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

One of the brands we’re always excited to see at Baselworld is Seiko. Not just because they’ve always got a few surprises up their sleeve, but also, if we’re honest, because the price point is a lot less painful than some of their Swiss counterparts. This year we were particularly impressed with two models that … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 4 of the hottest new Seiko releases appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

If you take a keen interest in the world of watches, you’ve likely heard of Carson Chan. Carson works for the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie, an organisation dedicated to building knowledge around fine watchmaking. And while we seem to now run into Carson every time we’re in Switzerland, we first met him in Hong … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Back to basics – how a mechanical watch works appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The tourbillon is the most potent symbol of horological mastery. Yet, despite different interpretations, it is as anachronistic as the industry itself.

Grand Seiko Recreation1960 original in an aesthetically stunning, technically interesting, and historically important collection. We review in detail.

In our recently published interview, Arnaud Carrez, Cartier’s Head of Marketing and Communications, said that the Drive represents a different kind of masculinity, one that isn’t defined by “muscles, sport, achievement, performance”, but by “elegance, and style, and refinement.” Looking at the Drive de Cartier Moon Phases, you can see what he means. It’s a confident watch … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Masculinity meets romance in the Drive de Cartier Moon Phases appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Last month’s dispatch was written in an airport lounge as I waited to fly out to Basel, via London, for my very first Baselworld experience. Now to report back on what was a big month, to say the least. My trip to Baselworld started in London, where I shook the jetlag and spent a few days … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 7, April 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Our detailed review of the Manufacture Royale ADN, with hands-on analysis, full specifications, price and high resolution photographs.

How will we be reading the time in the future? Biotechnical wrist implants, timekeeping in our clothing, or bespoke personal drones? Revolution delves into the future of watchmaking with a little help from some visionary designers.

Rolex fans have come to recognise the various dots and dashes which adorn their beloved crown on their watch. But what the heck is that Cross?

If there’s one key take away from this year’s new watch releases, it’s that brands are playing it safe, with simple, round, steel watches being the order of the day. But, thankfully for the non-conformists out there, not everyone marches to the beat of the circular drum. Cartier and Jaeger-LeCoultre in particular have long and proud … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 4, Jaeger-LeCoultre vs Cartier – cutting shapes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Taking Seiko’s professional diving timepiece on a journey through the waters of Baja’s “small island”.

Live, high resolution photographs of the new Fabergé Visionnaire Chronograph. With hands-on annotations as presented to us by Jean-Marc Wiederrecht.

A unique piece from Glashütte brand Moritz Grossmann showcases its mechanical legitimacy and the artistry of a pure skeletonized movement.

The industry's prominent over-achiever Biver has once again beat deadlines with announcement of Julien Tornare as new CEO of Zenith, 3 months ahead of time