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Mid-Term Analysis: Swatch vs Richemont

With the staggering difference in stock price performance between Swatch Group and Richemont, we decided to dig deeper with an analysis on what had contributed to the disparity.

Nodus Trieste Review: Just Another Watch or More Than The Sum of Its Parts?

ll too often I've been a victim of falling in love with something when I see it online only to have my love thrown back in my face as soon as I see the watch in person. I'm tired of being hurt, Watchfam! So with a jaded eye but an ever-optimistic heart I want to breakdown my impressions of this piece with this Nodus Trieste review.

HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay GMT - Pepsi is the new Black (Bay)

Look back at Baselworld predictions over the last few years, and you’re likely to see a GMT from Tudor topping the list. Sure, some of us may have expected to see that little extra hour-telling-hand added to the Pelagos. But with the ever growing – and hugely popular – Black Bay collection proving to be … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay GMT – Pepsi is the new Black (Bay) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

MAEN Watches Hudson Review: Incredible or Meh

Microbrands - everyone's starting one. It's what's in, kids! With all this microbrand saturation it's difficult to create a microbrand piece these days that actually has impact. One watch could look like any other watch from another brand if the "designers" aren't careful. That's why it's important for microbrands to have a design element built into the piece that's more than just the name on the dial.

Invite: 100 Masterpieces exhibition with Breguet by Sincere Fine Watches

Sincere Fine Watches is delighted to announce the launch of the next instalment of the well-received "100 Masterpieces" exhibition, this year with Breguet. 

LIST: Never get bored in the boardroom again with these 3 takes on the Ulysse Nardin Executive Skeleton Tourbillon

There are two sides to Ulysse Nardin. One built on the high seas, and historically home to highly accurate marine chronometers. And another that pushes the boundaries of what’s possible in watchmaking, bursting with technical marvels and avant-garde designs. Falling heavily into the latter category is the Executive Skeleton Tourbillon. First introduced in 2016, its … ContinuedThe post LIST: Never get bored in the boardroom again with these 3 takes on the Ulysse Nardin Executive Skeleton Tourbillon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Rolex Opens the 2018 Biennale di Venezia

Rolex opened La Biennale di Venezia’s International Architecture Exhibition as the exclusive partner and official timepiece, the brand’s third time in this role.

London Concours Keeps Good Time

Described as an “automotive garden party in the heart of London”, the Concours is now in its second year and will again take up residence in the City of London’s Honourable Artillery Company gardens.

HANDS-ON: The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Chronograph

Let’s be real here. Ever since we saw the new Laureato last year, we knew the chronograph version was inevitable. After all, what’s a luxury sports watch without the option of the default sports complication? There’s no doubt that this good-looking sporty option is the brand’s commercial focus, so it makes sense that a veritable … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: the Drive de Cartier Extra Flat in steel - driving the value proposition

The story in a second: A lot of value for not a lot of case. Though “perceived value” has become the new marketing-speak of the last couple of years in the watch industry, there still aren’t that many brands in the luxury watch industry that have taken any real significant strides. Sure, we’ve seen prices … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: the Drive de Cartier Extra Flat in steel - driving the value proposition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Sartorial Musings: Commentary on the gentlemen’s dress at the Harry and Meghan Royal Wedding

Sartorial Musings: Commentary on the gentlemen's dress at the Harry and Meghan Royal Wedding. We examine the attire of Prince Harry, Prince Charles, David Beckham and George Clooney.

SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 10, May 2018 -  the London Edition

I backed up Baselworld, with a solid stint in London, where - let me tell you - I did some serious watch spotting. So much spotting in fact, we had to split it out. Here we go! Kicking things off, in true British fashion, a London boutique-only edition Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso. This is one of only 26, and … ContinuedThe post SPOTTED! BY AG: Dispatch 10, May 2018 – the London Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Swatch Sistem51 Review: Should You Keep The Receipt?

The first time that I was introduced to a Swatch Sistem51 was in a marketing email from Hodinkee announcing their collaboration with Swatch. The Swatch Sistem51 cost $150, which piqued my interest immediately. It was only a fraction of the cost of anything else that Hodinkee offered (besides a magazine).

New Release: Bremont Adds Four New Models to its Sea, Land and Air Collection

While its heritage and DNA are deeply rooted in aviation, Bremont’s other timepiece collections are just as competent as their pilot’s watches. For 2018, Bremont releases four new pieces which encompasses its Sea, Land and Air collection.

VIDEO: 6 of the best new Zenith releases of 2018 

It was clear from Zenith’s 2018 collection that the Defy line was a major priority. Because while there were Pilot, Chronomaster and Elite models on offer, the Defy was the star of the show, with everything from the awesomely complex El Primero Zero G through to the comparatively simple, but still quality, Defy Classics. It’s … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 6 of the best new Zenith releases of 2018  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

All Wound Up on the West Coast

Worn & Wound’s First California Show to be held on the Golden State, May 18-20, 2018.

Bucherer Blue Harley-Davidson

The Retail Giant Expands its Bucherer Blue Editions

HANDS-ON: The Seals Watch Co Model C Field Explorer

Start a conversation about vintage wristwatches and you’ll inevitably end up down a military history rabbit hole. With collectors and everyday buyers alike appreciating – and downright loving – the connection these simple military-issued watches have to history. A history that began with the First World War, where a “luminous wristwatch with unbreakable glass” was … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Seals Watch Co Model C Field Explorer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

News Release: Zenith enters the online shopping arena with Farfetch.com

The new partnership between Zenith and Farfetch.com will offer existing lovers of watches, jewellery and fashion an unparalleled selection straight from leading brands to customers worldwide no matter where in the world you are.

Christopher Ward C65 Trident Diver

A quick look at the new vintage-inspired Christopher Ward C65 Trident Diver available now for less than $1,000!

HANDS-ON: The record-shattering Bulgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic

The tit-for-tat battle between Piaget and Bulgari for title of “Master of the Ultrathin” rages on, and it would seem Bulgari has struck another blow at Baselworld in 2018 with the new Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic. The new piece dethrones Piaget’s latest self-winder, the Altiplano Ultimate Automatic 910P that launched ahead of SIHH 2018 as … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The record-shattering Bulgari Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Seiko SJE073: A wallet-friendly baby “Grand Seiko”

With a thinner case and new movement, the Seiko SJE073 released during Baselworld 2018 boasts a dial that will win over the hearts of the most seasoned connoisseur. But, how does it stack up against others? In this article, we take a look at the enchantingly beautiful "Baby Snowflake".

The Watch That Started It All

Every watch aficionado has a story about how they fell in love with watches. It may start with the first watch he or she wore as a child, the first serious watch they received as they entered adulthood, or the watch that they dreamed about owning. Like every passion, appreciating fine watchmaking is a journey that is unique to each and every person.

GPHG Announces 2018’s Panel of Judges

IN-DEPTH: A splash of colour and a lot of fun -  the TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Edition

The story in a second: Two stripes are all it takes to amp up the legacy and motorsports heritage of the Monaco. I’m willing to put the success of the Monaco down to two things. The Steve McQueen link, and the square shape. I’m sure there are numerous other factors, like the Calibre 11, at … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: A splash of colour and a lot of fun – the TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ep. #77 - Watch Brands We Know Nothing About Part 3: Mido

Kaz and Mike finally get a chance to catch up after two consecutive weeks of interviews. It's refreshing and the guys revisit a TBWS classic that the #watchfam seems to enjoy.

Orient Polaris GMT Review: Best Affordable GMT Watch?

Orient Polaris GMT Review - get the facts, stats, photos, and everything else you need on one of the most affordable automatic GMTs on the market. Even though the price is right - is the quality there? Find out right here on Two Broke Watch Snobs!

LIST: Andrew’s top 10 watches from Basel in pictures

For a watch lover, Baselworld is the big dance. It is every birthday rolled into one. It is Vegas, it is Christmas, it is a jolt back to childhood, when you would count sleeps before a special day. It’s awesome. And, I think you will be able to quickly establish from the video, we get … ContinuedThe post LIST: Andrew’s top 10 watches from Basel in pictures appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IWC’s History in Material Innovation

IWC has been one of the single greatest innovators in Swiss watchmaking. It was the first brand to industrialize the split-seconds chronograph, the minute repeater and the perpetual calendar.

The Seiko 7A28-7010: A Case for Collecting Vintage Quartz Watches

I hope to make the case that there are vintage quartz watches that are worth collecting, even if they aren’t quite as rare. And to kick things off, I will start with perhaps a particularly eye-catching model: the Seiko 7A28-7010.