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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.

Mike from Two Broke Watch Snobs shares his thoughts and opinions on the Longines 1945, a simple but beautiful calatrava-style piece.

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.

Seiko Samurai - get the specs, details, and wristshots you need to see if you're considering adding the iconic Samurai to your collection.

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

Most of the Basel buzz around Omega has focused on the very excellent (and likely very hard to get) Trilogy limited editions – and rightly so. But these three spot-on reissues represent only a fraction of Omega’s 2017 c0llection, which is jam-packed full of new variants and completely new models appearing across their key collections. Not only do … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The most important Omega releases from Baselworld 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Two Broke Watch Snobs listener James Kibble shares his experience with the Citizen Eagle 7, a great affordable vintage piece!

This new Moon Phase from Glashütte Original makes a solid gold believer out of Revolution USA’s Editor-in-Chief.

Watch this quick highlights video of Revolution’s time at Baselworld 2017.

We sat down for a tête-à-tête wit the sprightly CEO of Longines: Walter von Kânel. Read for insights in the industry from this captain.

Since its appearance in the mid-16th century, the watch has become one of the ultimate wearable symbols of style and status - and one of the most distinctive symbols of time and mortality.

Debates of technical superiority between Column Wheel and Cam Actuated Chronographs have gone back and forth. Does NASA certification settle the issue?

While one of the key trends of Basel 2017 is a move towards more wrist-friendly dive watches (see exhibits A and B), there’s no doubt that big and bold is still the name of the game. Omega’s latest PO, the “Big Blue”, delivers on both fronts, thanks to its whopping 45.5mm wide by 17.8mm high … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean “Big Blue” lives up to its name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Keith Strandberg takes a Honda Africa Twin, a Triumph Tiger Explorer XCx ABS, a Bell & Ross Burning Skull, a Hamilton Frogman and a friend for a glorious ride to the Interlaken area of Switzerland.

The new Senator Excellence Perpetual Calendar comes delivered with the paperwork testifying as to the its technical performance & better aesthetic balance.