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LIST: You could buy one of these 5 watches… or put a deposit on a house

LIST: You could buy one of these 5 watches… or put a deposit on a house

Australia’s property market is brutal right now, with some eye-watering prices and fierce competition. Even if you’re in a position to buy, getting some actual skin in the game is hard, thanks to the shark pool known as the Saturday morning auction schedule. So, if you’ve lucked out one time too many, you might be … ContinuedThe post LIST: You could buy one of these 5 watches… or put a deposit on a house appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: Improve your daily carry with 4 objects from Montblanc’s latest UNICEF collection

Montblanc s latest UNICEF collection Jun 14, 2017

LIST: Improve your daily carry with 4 objects from Montblanc’s latest UNICEF collection

Over the years we’ve noticed that a love of finely wrought watches often results in a halo effect on the ecosystem of small objects and accessories in your daily life. You start noticing that the other components of your daily carry that have served you well for years – wallets, keychains and the like – … ContinuedThe post LIST: Improve your daily carry with 4 objects from Montblanc’s latest UNICEF collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

La Decima: Rafael Nadal’s 10th French Open Title

La Decima: Rafael Nadal’s 10th French Open Title

Once set two was in the bag, Stan Wawrinka knew it was all over. Rafael Nadal takes La Decmina: His 10th title at the Roland Garros.

Eléonor Picciotto Asks Her Dad, Why Sell It All?

Eléonor Picciotto Asks Her Dad, Why Sell It All?

Eléonor Picciotto asks her father, Laurent Picciotto why he decided to sell all 43 watches from his collection and not keep a single one for his beloved daughter.

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 26th May, 2017 - the auction edition

FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 26th May, 2017 - the auction edition

I don’t know about you, but we’ve had to drag ourselves away our screens and from the unholy timesucking triumvirate known as Twin Peaks, Master of None and Better Call Saul to find out what’s been happening in watchland. So, settle into your booth at the Double R diner, order some cherry pie and a cup … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 26th May, 2017 – the auction edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Small changes make a big impact - the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Accio Automatic (PAM 682)

Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 May 21, 2017

HANDS-ON: Small changes make a big impact - the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Accio Automatic (PAM 682)

It’s been a strong year for the Submersible collection, with Panerai hitting home runs with the latest Bronzo, the ingenious BMG-Tech and the luxe lusciousness of the solid gold PAM 684. And while all these models offer a little something extra, be it limited edition exclusivity, material innovation or a solid chunk of gold, there’s also … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Small changes make a big impact – the Panerai Luminor Submersible 1950 3 Days Accio Automatic (PAM 682) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name

IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives May 18, 2017

INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name

In 1939 when two Portuguese merchants approached IWC about making a wristwatch with the same levels of accuracy usually seen in marine chronometer pocket watches, they had no idea it would be the beginning of a legend and the birth of one of IWC’s most popular collections. With a new slightly revised design, IWC have launched … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The IWC Portugieser Chronograph Classic lives up to its name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: There’s more to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than meets the eye

Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than May 17, 2017

VIDEO: There’s more to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than meets the eye

At first glance the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second seems simple enough, with its round 39.6mm case in satin-brushed steel and uncluttered dial. Closer examination reveals the unmistakable quality, the frosted silver opaline dial, the mirror-polished applied batons and slender hands. The strength of the case and the judicious use of luminous material let you know … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: There’s more to the Jaeger-LeCoultre Geophysic True Second than meets the eye appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

In Conversation with Wilhelm Schmid, CEO A. Lange & Söhne

A. Lange & Sohne May 17, 2017

In Conversation with Wilhelm Schmid, CEO A. Lange & Söhne

During SIHH, the world received the very sad news of the passing of Walter Lange, the man who re-established his family’s watchmaking business, A. Lange & Söhne, in 1990. The company’s CEO reflects on the man and his legacy.

EVENT: Passing on the gift of writing - Montblanc launches UNICEF collection in Australia, surrounded by incredible art

Montblanc launches UNICEF collection May 15, 2017

EVENT: Passing on the gift of writing - Montblanc launches UNICEF collection in Australia, surrounded by incredible art

The entrance to the venue for last Friday’s Australian launch of Montblanc’s UNICEF collection was unassuming: commuters and shoppers on Melbourne’s busy Chapel street walked right past the narrow door wedged between two shopfronts. Blink and you’d miss it – we nearly did. A discreet sign was the only clue. But as soon as the … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Passing on the gift of writing – Montblanc launches UNICEF collection in Australia, surrounded by incredible art appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, May 2017

Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 3940G Whilst May 14, 2017

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, May 2017

The past few months have been so crazy that we split last month’s dispatch into two. As Basel wrapped up, I headed back to the great city of London for round two. Apparently I wasn’t sick of looking at watches yet. Silas’s Patek Philippe Perpetual Calendar 3940G Whilst roaming the streets of Clerkenwell, I took the … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 8, May 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Povey’s Picks: Christie’s Spring 2017 Auctions

Rolex Afternoon’ sale May 9, 2017

Povey’s Picks: Christie’s Spring 2017 Auctions

As we hit auction season in Geneva this weekend, Revolution’s Ross Povey thumbs through the Christie’s catalogue for their ‘Rare Watches and a Rolex Afternoon’ sale and selects a few lots that make him smile…

Lightsaber in a Bottle: The Art and Science of Nixie Tubes

Lightsaber in a Bottle: The Art and Science of Nixie Tubes

Nixie tubes are a retro-futurist technology which add next level steampunk dimension to a seasoned watch collector's repertoire of timekeeping devices.

HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord

Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ May 4, 2017

HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord

If you’re familiar with Raymond Weil it should come as no surprise that music is a recurring theme in their collections. From homages to iconic performers such as The Beatles and the late, great David Bowie, through to watches made to honour particular instruments – such as their Nabucco Cello Tourbillon – Raymond Weil definitely … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Raymond Weil Freelancer ‘Gibson Les Paul’ strikes a chord appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bulgari Finissimo: Unbearable Thinness of Watchmaking Part 2

Bulgari Finissimo Unbearable Thinness May 2, 2017

Bulgari Finissimo: Unbearable Thinness of Watchmaking Part 2

Where Bulgari's distinction in the thinness genre differs from others is the sophisticated elegance which only the Finissimo expresses

Ep. #28 - Rivkah Watches & Non-Homage Alternatives To Pricey Watches

Two Broke Watch Snobs

Ep. #28 - Rivkah Watches & Non-Homage Alternatives To Pricey Watches

Kaz decides he wants to start making watches (like, seriously, making them himself - case, hands, dials - everything except the movement and the crystal) - but he wants your input, #watchfam! Is this something you guys want to be a part of? Would the seeing and influencing every step of the process be something that you guys would be into? Let us know!

HANDS-ON: Way of the warrior - the Seiko Samurai returns in 2017

Seiko Samurai returns Apr 30, 2017

HANDS-ON: Way of the warrior - the Seiko Samurai returns in 2017

Seiko’s Prospex series of professional dive watches is renowned for two things: its exceptionally high quality-to-value ratio and its large number of passionate fans. And while there are a few perennial standouts in the Prospex family, some parts of the collection ebb and flow based on style and popularity. One such model is the so-called … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Way of the warrior – the Seiko Samurai returns in 2017 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

500 Hours of Torture Means Guaranteed Performance

Montblanc puts all Apr 28, 2017

500 Hours of Torture Means Guaranteed Performance

Montblanc puts all of its manufacture watches through an arduous 500 hour test to ensure that they all work properly before delivering them to retailers around the world. Does the brand have to do this? No, but Montblanc still does it.

Rolex: the Crown and the Cross

Rolex Apr 21, 2017

Rolex: the Crown and the Cross

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?

HANDS-ON: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean “Big Blue” lives up to its name

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean “Big Apr 18, 2017

HANDS-ON: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean “Big Blue” lives up to its name

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.

Unbearable Thinness of Watchmaking Part 1

Unbearable Thinness of Watchmaking Part 1

Ask any collector for his list of “must have” complications & there's a good chance that thinness is lost in a list of tourbillons, rattrapantes & repeaters

VIDEO: The top 11 watches from Baselworld 2017, live on our wrists

VIDEO: The top 11 watches from Baselworld 2017, live on our wrists

There is definitely a case to be made for letting the dust settle on the wrist before throwing out definitive lists like, for example, a top 11 from Baselworld 2017 actually recorded at Baselworld about five days through the six day fair. However, I would raise two points in our defence. 1. For us to film … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The top 11 watches from Baselworld 2017, live on our wrists appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Russian Watches Part 1: Pre-Revolution Russian Clockworks (Huge Swinging Clocks!)

Two Broke Watch Snobs

Russian Watches Part 1: Pre-Revolution Russian Clockworks (Huge Swinging Clocks!)

Who knew USSR watches would have been impacted by political, social, and economical factors all the way back in the Middle ages?

HANDS-ON: Return of the reasonably sized diver - the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe 38mm

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe 38mm Apr 3, 2017

HANDS-ON: Return of the reasonably sized diver - the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe 38mm

Dive watches, almost by their very definition, tend to be oversized creatures from the deep. Historically the reasons for the chunky cases and gargantuan proportions were very clear, these watches were pushing the boundaries of what was possible – serious tools for a serious purpose. Somewhere along the way the functionality started driving the aesthetic, … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Return of the reasonably sized diver – the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe 38mm appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ep. #14 - Affordable Vintage Watches Pt.3

Two Broke Watch Snobs

Ep. #14 - Affordable Vintage Watches Pt.3

This week it's another foray into the wide wacky world of Affordable Vintage Watches! This week Mike and Kaz are focusing on affordable vintage diver watches! AKA - dive watches that you should seriously never get wet (but seriously - do not attempt to dive with any of the vintage watches we discuss on this week's show).

EDITOR’S PICK: The most popular Bell & Ross vintage model yet, the glittering BR 126 Aeronavale

Bell & Ross vintage model yet Apr 1, 2017

EDITOR’S PICK: The most popular Bell & Ross vintage model yet, the glittering BR 126 Aeronavale

Editor’s Note: Bell & Ross released a toned down vintage model this year, the first in their ‘3rd Generation’ vintage armada, with a flatter case and a smaller diameter. It’s a strong piece, with notable improvements to quality like screw-down chronograph pushers, but it’s in a monochromatic rather than colourful mood. Which made us think of … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: The most popular Bell & Ross vintage model yet, the glittering BR 126 Aeronavale appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Stars Manufacture

Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Stars Manufacture Apr 1, 2017

HANDS-ON: Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Stars Manufacture  

Even here in Australia – relatively under-populated and enormous as it is – you need to venture out to the country to get a proper look at the stars. There’s really no ignoring the stubborn corporate buildings and incessant traffic that means our cities and towns are constantly bathed in urban glow. So how do … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Frederique Constant Slimline Moonphase Stars Manufacture   appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Armchair Picks: Baselworld 2017 Top 5s from the Executive Editor

Armchair Picks: Baselworld 2017 Top 5s from the Executive Editor

Baselworld 2017 may be over but some of the watches which caught our eye continue to remain on the top of our minds. Here's the Editor's Top 5 Picks.

HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS17, inspired by an F1 steering wheel

Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS17 inspired Mar 28, 2017

HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS17, inspired by an F1 steering wheel

Two of the most visible trends at Basel 2017 have been bright colours and unusual materials. For their second collection in collaboration with the Renault Sport Formula One team, Bell & Ross’ BR-X1 combines both in one big, bold package. The chassis for this popping Bell & Ross is the large BR X1 case, in lightweight, hi-tech … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR-X1 RS17, inspired by an F1 steering wheel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Baselworld 2017 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC DEPLOYANT Mar 28, 2017

Baselworld 2017 Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC

In creating the Blancpain Fifty Fathoms MIL-SPEC, little did Fiechter know that he was pioneering a new genre of watchmaking - professional dive watches.