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Jeff Parke is a specialist engraver who cut his teeth on pocket knives, guns & now, he literally cuts Rolex watches. Is an engraved Rolex a thing of beauty?

Throw the word ‘Hublot’ into conversation, and all too often the topic can find itself steered down a path toward a couple of broad stereotypes. You know what we’re talking about. It’s the kind of statement that says “Hublot makes nothing but large, skeletonised statement pieces in unusual materials, for rappers,” for example. And you know what? … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Hublot epitomises elegance with the Classic Fusion King Gold appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Dive deep into one of the most striking watches of its generation, the audacious Omega Seamaster 600, more commonly known by its nickname, Ploprof.

The Ressence Type 1 Squared launched at SIHH 2017, seven years into the brand's inception is faithful to the DNA of the original Ressence Type 1.

As the 2017 season hots up for both wristwatches and Formula One, two industry leaders come together to launch their latest wares.

Legitimacy and provenance for watchmaking brands in particular are a very delicate matter, is it necessary for a brand to be completely transparent?

Last year we were privileged to get two passionate TAG Heuer experts in a room together to talk openly about some of the most controversial topics in the game today. One of those men was TAG Heuer CEO Jean-Claude Biver, and the other was founder of Calibre 11 and co-founder of Time+Tide, David Chalmers. In this video … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: “Why should you sell a watch for $1000 more because it’s your own movement?” Jean-Claude Biver takes aim at in-house appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Max Büsser shares stories about the HM7 Aquapod, his second successful SIHH 2017 and why MB&F; will continue to showcase at Baselworld.

Full hands-on analytical review of the H. Moser & Cie. Swiss Mad Watch with live high resolution photos from SIHH 2017.

Harry Fane, eminent Cartier scholar, speaks with MrWatchMaster about his prized Tank collection.

Calabrese is Corum's most identifiable watchmaker but the Corum Bubble asks whether watches supposed to be your personal expression or the watchmaker's?

Le Locle-based Ulysse Nardin made their debut showing at SIHH this year, and we have to say, they brought the heat. We’re used to brands showing us one or two major novelties, but it’s safe to say UN went far beyond that. From technical tourbillons and regatta timers through to stunning dress pieces, vintage reissues … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Ulysse Nardin 2017 collection overview and their impressive SIHH debut appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Watches which define purity make a potent statement of personal philosophy in a world which has grown increasingly vulgar and gauche.

Jaeger-LeCoultre released a pair of classic inspired timepieces at the latest SIHH. Two entry level watches in the Master Control line, the Master Control D

If you like pilot’s watches, you need to head to the nearest airshow immediately. Irrespective of whether your eyeline lifts up to the craft in the air, or stays firmly on wrists, an airshow will give you more of a chance to spot aviation related watches than just about any other place. This setting – Avalon airshow, … ContinuedThe post MY WATCH STORY: Sebastian’s Patek Philippe Calatrava Pilot Travel Time (ref. 5524G) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In the spectrum of colour, grey is quite the double agent. There it goes, trudging along amid notions of overcast skies, mind-numbing office cubicles, uncertainty. But just as we’re all stifling a yawn at its inherent dowdiness, what’s this we see? There goes grey playing its other hand in a realm populated by wolves and … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: the Girard-Perregaux Cat’s Eye Power Reserve – what a difference a grey makes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Full review of the RJ-Romain Jerome Donkey Kong. Our analysis with price, hands-on commentary and live high resolution photographs.

Going the extra-terrestrial way to define local time, standard time, the equation of time, sidereal time and “werewolf” time (moonphase).

Looking to beef up your vintage knowledge? Then your first stop should be Dan Henry’s Instagram page. There, you’ll get a peek into one of the most impressive vintage watch collections, belonging to one of the most knowledgable collectors (and watchmakers) in the world. NAME:  Dan Henry OCCUPATION:  Collector, founder of online vintage timepiece encyclopaedia Timeline.watch, and of … ContinuedThe post WHO TO FOLLOW: @danhenrycollection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Fine decoration today exists for its own sake, evolved from its original purpose - protection against corrosion. Today, it links Breguet to its history.

It’s been a mildly epic week here at T+T HQ. We’ve had a full plate of videography, airshow action with Oris (we’re now investigating options around leasing a Pilatus private jet – don’t tell our accountant), and Felix is becoming worryingly attached to the Apple Watch he’s reviewing. On top of all this, the logisitical nightmare that is … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 3rd March, 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

A renowned Heuer expert and author of Heuer: Chronographs Fascination of Timekeepers and Motor Sports explains the enduring appeal of a 1970s maverick.

Audemars Piguet teams up with Revolution to showcase its SIHH 2017 collection, hot of out the oven, for one night in Singapore. Highlights from the evening and a buttload of Royal Oaks here for your viewing pleasure.

When it comes to partnerships, there are a few routes watch brands typically embark on. There’s the celebrity ambassador, which is often little more than name awareness and a few key appearances. Then there’s the high-profile event tie-in, which usually results in a limited edition with a few dial tweaks. And there’s the organisational partnership, which, … ContinuedThe post EXCLUSIVE: Hands-on with the Oris Royal Flying Doctor Service Limited Edition II, live from the Avalon airshow appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bonhams LA offers a unique look at the watches, jewelry and art from this legendary author.

Full hands on analytical review of the latest to join the MB&F; family: The HM7 Aquapod, with live photographs and hands-on commentary.

Dust off your fedora Indiana, we’re going into the archives… Longines is a brand whose history the Time+Tide team has delved into before – pretty much every time they release an often best-in-show heritage reissue –  and frankly, we haven’t been able to get enough. That’s because, while Longines has one of the most impressive … ContinuedThe post EXCLUSIVE: Get excited, Longines to work with Time+Tide on year-long access-all-areas video project called The Longines Time Machine! appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.