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Omega Seamaster 007 Edition Omega Dec 8, 2019

When is faux-patina okay? Early thoughts on the new Omega Seamaster 007 Edition

Omega recently released the hotly anticipated Seamaster Diver 300M 007 Edition, in association with Bond’s newest upcoming adventure, No Time To Die. It isn’t the first watch Omega has produced in partnership with the legacy of Ian Fleming, not even the first one in 2019, but with its under the radar brushed titanium case, it’s … ContinuedThe post When is faux-patina okay? Early thoughts on the new Omega Seamaster 007 Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Time+Tide

Jun 21, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: The rise of patina

One of the longest and most sustained watch ‘trends’ in recent times is that of vintage and retro styled pieces. In fact, you could argue that it’s now a bona fide category in its own right. And underlying this entire movement is the concept of patina. Sure, retro design plays a part, but the real … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The rise of patina appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Omega Service Centre Watchmakers look Nov 23, 2018

VIDEO: Oh boy. Andrew vs Felix in watch rebuild battle at the Omega Service Centre. Watchmakers, look away …

In a battle that’s been brewing since the dawn of Time (and Tide, in 2014), Andrew and Felix finally pick up the tools and take on the challenge of taking apart and then rebuilding a manually wound movement. We lay our scene at the Omega Service Centre in Melbourne, and the occasion is somewhat of … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Oh boy. Andrew vs Felix in watch rebuild battle at the Omega Service Centre. Watchmakers, look away … appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Revolution

Nov 1, 2018

Aged to Perfection: The Patina Trend

Christie’s senior watch specialist reflects on the move towards ‘honest’ vintage watches showing ‘patina’.

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Bell & Ross Diver Bronze Aug 23, 2018

The Bronzed Patina: The curious case of patina. How to get it, and how not to.

The Bronzed Patina: The curious case of patina. We experiment with the Bell & Ross Diver Bronze and share how to get great patina, and what not to.

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Deployant

Jun 28, 2018

Watchscapes: F. Berthoud FB 1R Chronometer 1785 Edition with patina

Watchscapes: High resolution photographs of the F. Berthoud FB 1R chronometer 1785 Edition in bronze and each with a distinctive and unique patina.

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TAG Heuer Monaco Aug 29, 2017

VIDEO: Which TAG Heuer Monaco is right for you? The Calibre 11 (CAW211P) vs the Calibre 12 (CAW2111)

At some point on my watch journey, I made a resolution to resist all the shiny new things that get paraded in front of us daily and just start collecting the icons. The classics. The unquestioned cornerstones of modern watchmaking. Watches whose aesthetic, technological and for-the-good-of-humankind breakthroughs still resonate today. How’s that working out for … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Which TAG Heuer Monaco is right for you? The Calibre 11 (CAW211P) vs the Calibre 12 (CAW2111) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Revolution

Aug 24, 2017

The Money Fight: Mayweather vs McGregor

As fight night creeps in, Revolution looks at last couple of weeks that has brought Mayweather vs McGregor to this moment in time: The Money Fight, 26 August 2017.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Aug 8, 2017

Ep. #42 - Watch Collecting: Large and Budget Friendly vs. Small and Pricey

The snobs wrap their heads around the bucking concepts of building a large, budget-conscious collection vs. a collection that's actually smaller, but more methodical and compromised of more expensive pieces. What are your thoughts? Tune in and hit us up!

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Frederique Constant Jan 30, 2017

VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier - the big guns

In the first episode of Apples to Apples, I brought the proverbial boys to the yard by surprising Felix with a milkshake in the form of two very similar looking worldtimer watches by Frederique Constant and Baume & Mercier. To be completely honest, I thought Felix out-argued me. I thought he won. The results of the social … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Apples to Apples episode 2, Panerai vs Cartier – the big guns appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Time+Tide

Aug 27, 2016

WATCHSPOTTING: Richard Branson vs the ‘Million Dollar Beard’

Editor’s Note: It started with a post on LinkedIn by Richard Branson, which was titled ‘Great Beards come with Great Responsibility‘.  My first thought was of a guy we’ve bumped into a few times in our travels with Time+Tide, Mr Jimmy Niggles. Jimmy’s story is simple to the point of being unforgettable. He’s grown an … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Richard Branson vs the ‘Million Dollar Beard’ appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

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Breguet Apr 5, 2016

Spot the Watch: Ben Affleck, Hollywood Actor and Director featuring Breguet in Batman vs Superman!

This weeks Spot the Watch features Ben Affleck, who is playing Bruce Wayne in the new Batman vs Superman movie. See what we have spotted in this weeks STW.

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Fratello

Baltic HMS 002 Good morning Jul 12, 2026

Sunday Morning Showdown: Seiko Presage Cocktail Time (38.5mm) Vs. Baltic HMS 002

Good morning, and welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown. This week, Seiko released three new models in its Presage Cocktail Time collection. With a 38.5mm diameter, they are smaller, feature a less in-your-face date window at 4:30, and come in three color options. All in all, it’s a nice new offering from Seiko at the […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Seiko Presage Cocktail Time (38.5mm) Vs. Baltic HMS 002 to read the full article.

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Fratello

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT Feb 15, 2026

Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT Vs. Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT

It’s that time of the week again - time for another Sunday Morning Showdown! This time, Mike and Jorg face off in a battle of rugged GMTs. Jorg’s pick is the recently introduced Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT, which takes on Mike’s Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT. Both are rugged GMT pieces with dive-watch roots. […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Pelagos FXD GMT Vs. Christopher Ward C63 Sealander Extreme GMT to read the full article.

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Marathon Feb 11, 2026

Marathon TSAR vs Luminox Pacific Diver: Military Watch Showdown

Discover how the Marathon TSAR and Luminox Pacific Diver perform beyond the honeymoon phase. Compare wearability, durability, ownership trade-offs, and more.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Glashütte Original SeaQ We Tested Dec 6, 2025

Rolex Submariner vs Glashütte Original SeaQ: We Tested The Sub Alternative Everyone Overlooks

The SeaQ is often overlooked in the shadow of the Sub. We tested both watches to see which feels better beyond the honeymoon phase and which one we’d actually buy.

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Fratello

Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 Welcome Sep 28, 2025

Sunday Morning Showdown: Lorier Neptune Vs. Baltic Aquascaphe MK2

Welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown! Daan and Thomas face off with two affordable vintage-inspired dive watches this time. Thomas defends the Lorier Neptune, while Daan represents the new Baltic Aquascaphe MK2. These contenders have the aesthetic of ’50s and ’60s dive watches and house modern Miyota movements in 39(.5)mm cases. The Lorier costs US$599, […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Lorier Neptune Vs. Baltic Aquascaphe MK2 to read the full article.

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Fratello

Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic Sep 21, 2025

Sunday Morning Showdown: Panerai Luminor Marina Militare PAM05218 Vs. Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 42

Turn on the coffee machine because it’s time for another Sunday Morning Showdown. In this week’s battle, two retro-infused dive watches take center stage. The first is the recently released Panerai Luminor Marina Militare PAM05218. It’s a modern remake of a 1993 classic made exclusively for the Italian Navy. It will face off against the […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Panerai Luminor Marina Militare PAM05218 Vs. Breitling Superocean Heritage B31 Automatic 42 to read the full article.

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Fratello

Blancpain Air Command Oct 20, 2024

Sunday Morning Showdown: Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2067 Vs. Blancpain Air Command In Titanium And Green

It’s Sunday morning, so we have a new Sunday Morning Showdown lined up for you! This week, Daan and Jorg face off for this battle between high-end pilot’s watches that you, the Fratelli, requested. The first is the new green-dial titanium Blancpain Air Command that came out not too long ago. It’s going up against […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Breguet Type XX Chronographe 2067 Vs. Blancpain Air Command In Titanium And Green to read the full article.

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TAG Heuer Monaco Which Chronograph 5h ago

Omega Speedmaster vs TAG Heuer Monaco: Which Chronograph Is Worth Owning?

Find out how the Omega Speedmaster 3861 and TAG Heuer Monaco compare in movement performance, build quality, and wrist comfort and why reputation only tells part of the story.

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Oris Which Brand Makes 3 days ago

Mido vs. Oris: Which Brand Makes The Better Dive Watch?

At nearly three times the price, does the Oris Aquis really outperform the Mido Ocean Star 200? Our hands-on experience reveals a surprising winner.

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Seiko 5 Sports Which Affordable 4 days ago

Casio Duro vs Seiko 5 Sports: Which Affordable Dive Watch Wins?

We put the Casio Duro and Seiko 5 Sports head-to-head, comparing build quality, movements, wrist comfort, and everyday practicality to find the better buy.

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Citizen Promaster Two Affordable Dive Oct 22, 2026

Timex Deepwater vs Citizen Promaster: Two Affordable Dive Watches, One Winner

We compare the Timex Deepwater Meridian 200 and Citizen Eco-Drive Promaster Diver hands-on, examining their movements, build quality, legibility, and everyday wearability.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Bulova Caravelle Which Affordable Dive Oct 17, 2026

Seiko Turtle vs Bulova Caravelle: Which Affordable Dive Watch Would We Keep?

We've reviewed the Seiko Turtle and Bulova Caravelle Sea Hunter hands-on. Here's which affordable dive watch we'd keep, and why the other fell short.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Christopher Ward C63 Valour What Makes Oct 15, 2026

Omega Speedmaster vs Christopher Ward C63 Valour: What Makes a Great Chronograph?

We compare the Omega Speedmaster and Christopher Ward C63 Valour hands-on to explore chronograph performance, ownership appeal, and what separates their prices.

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Omega Seamaster Oct 11, 2026

Casio Duro vs Omega Seamaster: Is a $6k Dive Watch Really Better Than a $50 One?

We compare the $50 Casio Duro and $6,000 Omega Seamaster Diver 300M hands-on to see whether a luxury dive watch is actually better where it matters.

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Mido Commander Oct 10, 2026

Orient Bambino vs Mido Commander: A $250 vs $1,250 Dress Watch Showdown

Can an affordable dress watch compete with a premium Swiss alternative? We compare the Orient Bambino and Mido Commander Datoday to see which is worth buying.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Citizen Promaster NY0040 Oct 9, 2026

Seiko Turtle vs Citizen Promaster NY0040: An Affordable Dive Watch Reality Check

We compare the Seiko Turtle and Citizen Promaster NY0040 after hands-on testing to find out which affordable automatic dive watch delivers more.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Christopher Ward C63 GMT Oct 7, 2026

Tudor Black Bay GMT vs Christopher Ward C63 GMT: Is Tudor Worth the Premium?

We compare the Tudor Black Bay GMT and Christopher Ward C63 Sealander GMT on wearability, movements, build quality, and value to see which GMT makes more sense.

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Two Broke Watch Snobs

Sep 22, 2026

Affordable vs Luxury Military Watches: Is More Money Worth It?

After years of testing military watches, we break down what spending more actually gets you, from better engineering and materials to genuine military provenance.

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