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Last month, we filled you guys in on “6 oddball watches of an oddball comedian”, following the announcement that Sotheby’s would be auctioning various collections of art, furniture and watches that Robin Williams shared with his second wife, Marsha Garces Williams. Well, the results are in, and wrapping up the New York auction with a … ContinuedThe post NEWS: All watches sell at Sotheby’s auction of Robin Williams’ collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

We take a look at one of the latest offerings from Breitling: the new Navitimer 8 B01 Chronograph, fitted with an in-house movement.

The Patek Philippe 5270/1R drips red gold, from its sizeable case to massive gold bracelet with calendar correctors integrated into its ‘droplet’ links

I have a not-so-secret love in my heart for Antiques Roadshow - specifically the UK version, but the US version is pretty good, too. If you’re not familiar with the concept, it’s a show where random members of the public show up and have their junk/priceless artefacts evaluated by a range of hilariously eccentric antiques experts. … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 of the greatest watch moments on Antiques Roadshow appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

When the Tudor Black Bay GMT debuted this year at Basel it would’ve been easy to describe it as being overshadowed by the much-hyped Rolex GMT that was also showcased. But it’s not that simple. The Tudor is a hit in its own right, and I knew I had to have one. I had to … ContinuedThe post MY MONTH WITH: The Tudor Black Bay GMT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Weiss Watches Partners with Allen Edmonds

New: De Bethune Maestri’Art Collection - taking artistry to a new level, combining Asian mythology with ancient and modern artistic techniques.

After getting far deeper into this hobby than I ever intended, I have a new-found appreciation for this classic, affordable piece. What makes the SKX007 a truly great watch? I hope to address this topic from the perspective of someone who has come full-circle on the SKX...

Here at Time+Tide we are constantly finding ourselves getting caught up in what’s new and improved – taking it upon ourselves to keep you guys updated on the latest in watch releases (it’s a tough job, I know, but someone has to do it). Every once in a while, however, we like to look back … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Historical pedigree – the Zenith Chronomaster El Primero 42mm appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]In terms of value for money, it really doesn’t get any better than Seiko. From the humble Seiko 5 to the mighty Grand Seiko, no manufacture offers quite as much...

Ellen DeGeneres - She's funny. She's charming. Perhaps the greatest TV talk show host of all time. But Ellen is also recognised for her impressive watch collection. We spot a few of them in this instalment of Spot the Watch.

Revolution HK speaks with Tim Bourne of auctioneer Bonhams about watch collecting and his vision for reviving watch auctions at Bonhams.

Last week, Montblanc officially opened their seventh Australian boutique, at Chadstone in Melbourne – Australia’s largest high-end shopping precinct. And I must say that Montblanc looked right at home, nestled amidst some of the largest luxury and fashion names in the world. The brand has a strong presence in Australia, with six other dedicated retail … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Montblanc opens new-look boutique, their 7th in Australia appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

I don’t think we’d be telling anyone anything new by saying vintage is sooo hot right now. Price escalation, predominantly driven by the vintage Rolex market at auction, has created incredible demand for vintage timepieces. But it can seem we get the short end of the stick in the land Down Under when it comes … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 solid vintage watches you can buy in Australia right now appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing three new colourways of the HYT Skull 48.8 - Skulls now available in Blue, Red and Green.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]The traditional approach of watchmaking, any watchmaker will tell you, starts from function; for what is the purpose of a watch if not to mark the passage of time? The...

I think we’ve all found ourselves in a similar situation to this before: you wake up, the morning after a big night out and all is seemingly well. At least until the night’s events start trickling back into your mind’s eye, and an odd sensation begins to stir deep down inside, giving you the feeling … ContinuedThe post OPINION: Regrets, I’ve had a few – how to handle buyer’s remorse appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

We bring you the details on the latest addition to the Overseas line, the Overseas Dual Time, and our thoughts on why it might be the complete travel watch.

Audemars Piguet launches its new Royal Oak Frosted Gold Carolina Bucci Limited Edition.

Shinola Expands its Diving Monster Range

Few colours have the symbolic weight of black. It’s meaningful in pretty much every culture. It’s associated - naturally enough - with darkness, mourning and solemnity, and with endings and beginnings. It’s also a colour of power and authority. All these associations and emotions are tied up in Moser’s latest conceptual piece, the Endeavour Perpetual … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The impossible blackness of Moser’s Endeavour Perpetual Moon Concept appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Editor’s note: The watch industry is, in general, pretty big on segmentation. According to them, we should be wearing something different for every different activity in our lives. But that way madness lies. I’m a fan of watches that fit a range of purposes, and ranges don’t come much wider than sports AND luxury. So, … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: 5 sports luxury watches that deliver on both fronts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In Memoriam: Günter Blümlein. A true visionary and a giant of the industry. We take a moment to respect his passing, with images of his life. 

Omega was highly successful in what is essentially the luxury watch industry's first foray into timed sales on a new direct to customer channel. For those who may have missed out on the not so new news, the Speedy Tuesday limited edition alludes to the first time the Omega Speedmaster was given its own trending hashtag #SpeedyTuesday which first came about in 2012, and explains the limited edition of 2012 pieces.