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The George Daniels Grand Complication pocket watch, the Vacheron Constantin “Don Pancho” and more from the upcoming Phillips Geneva Watch Auction: Nine.

This week's show was inspired by Kaz's recent experience with a Tiger Concept watch. Is it possible to actually determine what the authentic version of a watch will wear like based on the cheaper, copy version?

In the underwater realm of dive watches, the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms is an undisputed master. Initially released in 1953, this prototypical dive watch was instrumental in reframing the rules of the game, and defining the modern dive watch.  It’s to be expected then that the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms has been an enduring feature of our … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms in titanium appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watch brands love to hang their proverbial hat on the strength and resilience of their timepieces, but oftentimes these claims are just that - claims. Sometimes, though, these slightly-too-tall tales are backed up with hard facts. That’s the case with these five watches here, from Rolex’s deepest of divers (and bonus James Cameron) to Casio’s … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Proof these 5 watches are tougher than you could ever be appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

When we came up with the concept for ‘what sealed the deal’, it was all about those micro-details and micro-decisions that happen in the final stages of a purchase. Tiny things you can’t get out of your head about a watch. That case shape. Those burnt orange indices that are coloured not by paint, but … ContinuedThe post WHAT SEALED THE DEAL: On Andrew’s TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 CAW211P appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

We review one of the latest creations from an independent watchmaker: the Sarpaneva Lunations, from the esteemed Stepan Sarpaneva.

Editor’s note: If I look a little flustered and stiff in this video, it’s because I’m not entirely comfortable when I’m invited to get a lab coat on in a watch manufacture. Too many times, humiliation has followed. I don’t come at watches from a technical perspective, and that’s largely because I don’t have that kind of … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A five-minute crash course on how a tourbillon works and what it’s comprised of appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Editor’s note: We’ve been on a bit of a Bremont trip recently, and while the aviation-based brand is perhaps the UK’s most well known watch brand, they’re not the only one. Last year, Cameron explored some of the other options … There’s a revolution afoot! And it’s taking place on British shores. While the world … ContinuedThe post 8 watches that put the great in Great Britain appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

When the original 1970’s Seiko diver’s watch was created, its designers had only one thought in mind; to build a diver’s watch that delivered the reliability, durability, precision and legibility that serious adventurers required. Little did they know that a subsequent version of the watch with this same characteristic case design was destined to develop a worldwide following and earn the affectionate and unforgettable nickname of the “turtle”.

Editor’s note: Just quietly, the Tissot Seastar 1000 Powermatic is an incredible amount of watch for the money. Cool dial, modern bells and whistles, and a strong power reserve. And it looks good.  This is such a great watch. Honestly. I can’t think of many (if any) Swiss-made watches that offer such a punchy package … ContinuedThe post The value proposition on this Tissot is next-level. Seriously, it’s a lot of watch for the money appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Follow-up to the Whats in my bag for Baselworld 2019, here is a "behind the scenes" photography look at how we shoot the watches using that gear.

Christopher Ward co-founder Mike France talks to Revolution about the online-only British brand he started with friends Chris Ward and Peter Ellis.

Over the past couple of years we have discussed the Tudor chronographs in some detail. As a quick recap we can break the watches down into series – the first being released in 1970 and the different series running into the 2000s.

On Episode 5 of the Revolution Watch Podcast, we speak to Olivier Audemars, the great-grandson of the company’s co-founder, on watches, art and more.

One of the strongest themes in Grand Seiko’s Basel 2019 showing was the pivot to dressy, slightly thinner pieces. We saw two new movements (both mechanical and Spring Drive) cased in a range of (typically gorgeous) new models. And while Grand Seiko’s design hallmarks are there - namely in the exceptional dials and the quality … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 4 new watches that herald Grand Seiko’s dressy revolution appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Icon, heritage, DNA. Just a few of the most overused words in the watch industry.The post The 6 most overused words in the watch industry appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

F. Berthoud extends the FB1 with a new complication- age of the moon. 2 versions- 1 showing the near side (WG) and 1 showing the far side of the moon (Ti).

The latest Panerai Luminor Marina debuts a new dial in brushed steel, and it’s a stunner.

Before the May auction madness kicks off, Sotheby’s has a small pre-season offering that’s curated very much with the philosophy of quality, not quantity.

Hublot is, in many ways, a brand given to extremes. Or, at least, not doing things by halves. Their latest twin takes on the powerful MP-11 is a clear case (if you’ll pardon the pun) in point.  If you’re not au fait with the MP-11, it’s a fairly impressive piece of tech that is an … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A song of ice and fire, Hublot’s Big Bang MP-11 now in carbon and sapphire appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Last year, Longines’ core modern dive watch, the HydroConquest, received a significant stylistic upgrade, with a sleeker design and a ceramic bezel. This year, we see Longines give their flagship diver the full ceramic treatment.  On seeing these pictures for the first time, my impression was - who knew the HydroConquest was such a bad beast? … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Longines HydroConquest, now in black ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Editor’s note: This year’s SIHH from JLC was very much a return to their core – high complications and Reversos. Don’t forget, though, that last year saw the brand break out with a bold, sporty collection – the Polaris. We take another look at the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Automatic. The Polaris  is one of those truly iconic watches … ContinuedThe post Daily style done right, the Jaeger-LeCoultre Polaris Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Seiko is commemorating 40 years of Mobile Suit Gundam which was first aired in 1979 with two limited editions inspired by the MS-06 “Zaku”.

Patek Philippe introduces a new calendar complication into its collection. We bring you our thoughts on the Calatrava Weekly Calendar Ref. 5212A.

Editor’s note: The Portugieser Yacht Club Chronograph might not be the first watch that comes to mind when you think of IWC (it’s not a Pilot for example), but really, maybe you should change that. Just look at Jason’s snaps from our 2018 review.  The story in a second: The sportiest member of the Portugieser family … ContinuedThe post IWC make that luxury yacht life look oh-so-good appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.