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Above the Date Window: Steve McQueen's Monaco and What Sotheby's Catalogues Really Tell You

How a sliver of dial real estate above the date window decodes provenance on every screen-worn Heuer Monaco that has passed through Sotheby's and Phillips.

RECOMMENDED READING: The ultimate guide to the vintage Heuer Monaco

TAG Heuer that’s celebrating May 20, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: The ultimate guide to the vintage Heuer Monaco

The Monaco Grand Prix kicks off on May 26, and amidst the high octane and hairpin turns, it’s widely expected that we’re going to get some sort of announcement from TAG Heuer that’s celebrating the 50th anniversary of what’s arguably TAG Heuer’s most famous watch, the Monaco. And while we can’t be sure about … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The ultimate guide to the vintage Heuer Monaco appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Chronograph

Jaquet Droz May 18, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Chronograph

The Grande Seconde is perhaps Jaquet Droz’s most recognisable design, with an outsize second hand and characteristic figure 8 layout that you can spot from across a room. It’s also a versatile design that’s been called into service for a range of complications. But never a chronograph. Until this week’s release of the Jaquet Droz … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Jaquet Droz Grande Seconde Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Glashütte Original SeaQ

Glashütte Original SeaQ Think Glashütte Original May 18, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Glashütte Original SeaQ

Think Glashütte Original and the chances are good that ‘diver’ isn’t a category that immediately springs to mind. The German brand is known for many things – from 3/4 plates to Panorama dates – but undersea adventure isn’t really one of them. That’s not to say that the brand doesn’t have form in the area. … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Glashütte Original SeaQ appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Air Command

Blancpain Air Command When we May 18, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Air Command

When we were shown the new Blancpain products at Time to Move, we expected to see Fifty Fathoms and Villeret. We did not expect a pilot’s chronograph. But, oh boy, was the Blancpain Air Command a pleasant surprise. On its face, this 500-piece limited edition is a very handsome heritage-styled number, with a 42.5mm steel … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Air Command appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Flat Skeleton 5395

Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Flat Skeleton May 17, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Flat Skeleton 5395

Last year, Breguet introduced a stunningly simple, surprisingly asymmetrical addition to the Classique family, the Tourbillon Extra-Flat. This year, at Time to Move, they’ve premiered the next chapter. It’s still a Classique Tourbillon, but it’s been dramatically skeletonised. Meet the Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Flat Skeleton 5395. First things first – the fundamentals: 41mm across by … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Breguet Classique Tourbillon Extra-Flat Skeleton 5395 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph

Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph May 17, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph

The Seamaster Planet Ocean, with its bright orange details, is a favourite in the modern Omega lineup, a compelling combination of brightness and brown. And now we’ve been treated to a brand new version. First of all, this watch is large: 45.5mm across, and tall on the wrist. It’s also heavy thanks to the steel … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ‘Nageurs de Combat’

Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ‘Nageurs de May 17, 2019

INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ‘Nageurs de Combat’

Like it or not, the origin story of Blancpain’s famous diver is inseparable from that of naval warfare. The development of the original watch was driven by two men, Captain Robert Maloubier and Lieutenant Claude Riffaud, who were in charge of a newly formed French unit, the Combat Swimmers - or Nageurs de Combat. They … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms ‘Nageurs de Combat’ appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Our motorbike competition is closed, but the digital buying guide is still free to download

Our motorbike competition is closed, but the digital buying guide is still free to download

There are only three days until our competition for Australian watch lovers to win a Royal Enfield Stealth Black Time+Tide Special Edition closes. Entering is as easy as going here, letting us know what the last watch you bought was, filling in your details and joining our mailing list for all of those subscriber-only good-times. … ContinuedThe post Our motorbike competition is closed, but the digital buying guide is still free to download appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Taming the Beast: Hasselblad H6D-100c

Taming the Beast: Hasselblad H6D-100c

Sometimes here at Revolution, we got our hands on the Hasselblad H6D-100c, one of the best cameras on the market today.

Revisiting the $20k fantasy watch collection, reader edition

Revisiting the $20k fantasy watch collection, reader edition

Editor’s note: The premise of the 20K Fantasy Watch Collection is simple: construct a hypothetical watch collection with as many watches as you like for as close to $20,000 AUD as possible. The only other stipulation - you can’t choose any watches that you currently own. As for whether you choose new or second hand, it’s … ContinuedThe post Revisiting the $20k fantasy watch collection, reader edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

3 watches that prove Elvis Presley was also the King of the unconventional

Omega May 12, 2019

3 watches that prove Elvis Presley was also the King of the unconventional

When this video, about holding Elvis Presley’s diamond-encrusted Omega in my hand, posted just now, the first commenter wrote “so excited“. This could be in relation to his own emotional state, or more likely it’s a comment about mine, as I beam, grin and awkwardly talk my way through yet another surreal moment that had … ContinuedThe post 3 watches that prove Elvis Presley was also the King of the unconventional appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The best watches to wear with black – Part 1, featuring Rolex, Omega, Hublot and Panerai

Panerai It may come as May 12, 2019

The best watches to wear with black – Part 1, featuring Rolex, Omega, Hublot and Panerai

It may come as news to you (but not to our second biggest audience group by city, after Sydney) that people from Melbourne have a thing for wearing black. Some say it’s an inherently arty nature. You never know when you’re going to be invited to a gallery launch, after all. Being from Melbourne, we … ContinuedThe post The best watches to wear with black – Part 1, featuring Rolex, Omega, Hublot and Panerai appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The best watches to wear with black – Part 2, featuring Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Tudor and Bulgari

Audemars Piguet Breitling Tudor May 12, 2019

The best watches to wear with black – Part 2, featuring Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Tudor and Bulgari

You could argue that matching watches with a black outfit is the easiest of all scenarios - any watch you choose is hardly going to clash. But while it’s safe, it’s also an opportunity, because when it’s done well, it can be unforgettable. When we put the question to you, our readers and followers - … ContinuedThe post The best watches to wear with black – Part 2, featuring Audemars Piguet, Breitling, Tudor and Bulgari appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The world of watchmaking at Breguet

Breguet Editor’s note Next week May 11, 2019

The world of watchmaking at Breguet

Editor’s note: Next week, Breguet will unveil its 2019 releases to the world, and we can’t wait. So, in preparation, we thought we’d have another look at Justin’s piece on the fundamentals of Breguet’s approach to watchmaking and watch design … With a brand so rich in history, the origins of what can only be … ContinuedThe post The world of watchmaking at Breguet appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Two-tone done right – the Tudor Black Bay S&G;

Tudor Black Bay S&G; Editor’s May 10, 2019

Two-tone done right – the Tudor Black Bay S&G;

Editor’s note: The last few years has seen an increasing number of two-tone releases - even several in yellow (!) gold. All of which only confirms that bi-metallic watches are back in a big way. One of the best is the Tudor Black Bay S&G;. Here it is in all its steel and gold glory … ContinuedThe post Two-tone done right – the Tudor Black Bay S&G; appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type

Bremont Jaguar D-Type It’s been May 9, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type

It’s been a minute or two since we’ve been treated to an automotive limited edition from the English chaps at Bremont. And can I just say, it’s been worth the wait. Today we’ve been treated to the latest chapter in their partnership with Jaguar (the first Bremont X Jag watch appeared in 2014), and this … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Bremont Jaguar D-Type appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

One of the coolest dual times we’ve seen in ages – the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer

Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer May 9, 2019

One of the coolest dual times we’ve seen in ages – the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer

Editor’s note: There’s no denying that dual time, or GMT watches are useful. They’re also a bit of a pain if you want to change time zones on the fly. Well, the ingenious Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer takes that minor irritation out of the equation, and how! The story in a second It’s all … ContinuedThe post One of the coolest dual times we’ve seen in ages – the Oris Big Crown ProPilot Worldtimer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44

Seiko s Prospex SRPC44 Large May 8, 2019

HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44

Large, and very, very gold. Felix checks out the Seiko Prospex SRPC44. And finds a fun take on the brand's classic diver.The post HANDS-ON: The Golden Turtle – Seiko’s Prospex SRPC44 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Cartier’s Santos de Cartier is the perfect dress watch for 2019

Cartier s Santos de Cartier May 7, 2019

Cartier’s Santos de Cartier is the perfect dress watch for 2019

Editor’s note: The Santos de Cartier is the perfect dress watch for modern times. Adaptable, versatile and restrained - but with a clear personality. It’s also based on a watch that’s more than 100 years old. Which really is a testament to good design. Long live the Santos! Few watches can rival Cartier’s Santos in terms … ContinuedThe post Cartier’s Santos de Cartier is the perfect dress watch for 2019 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

NEWS: Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers an 8-year warranty, the longest of all major brands

Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers May 7, 2019

NEWS: Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers an 8-year warranty, the longest of all major brands

Even though the fine watch business might seem like a perpetual, slow-moving beast, it is one of constant, consistent progress. And as the mechanical movements improve and add things like silicon into the mix, it becomes obvious that they’re built to last longer than ever. The other side of that coin is a longer warranty … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Jaeger-LeCoultre now offers an 8-year warranty, the longest of all major brands appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Réserve de Marche – form and function perfectly balanced

Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Réserve May 7, 2019

The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Réserve de Marche – form and function perfectly balanced

Editor’s note: Much of the ‘what’ of a watch can be summed up in the technical, the hard numbers and facts of the spec sheet. But there’s an element - an X factor - that transcends this clinical description, and transforms a watch from an object into an artwork. This Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Réserve de Marche … ContinuedThe post The Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Ultra Thin Réserve de Marche – form and function perfectly balanced appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Solid as a rock –the Panerai Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 Days Automatic Titanio (PAM 1389)

Panerai Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 May 6, 2019

Solid as a rock –the Panerai Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 Days Automatic Titanio (PAM 1389)

Editor’s note: This year, Panerai made the Submersible a line in its own right, and honestly, we’re wondering what took them so long. It’s a design that - as demonstrated admirably by the Panerai Submersible 1950 Amagnetic (PAM 1389) here - possesses equal parts brawn, bravura and beauty … Way back in 2013, Panerai released the PAM 389, … ContinuedThe post Solid as a rock –the Panerai Submersible 1950 Amagnetic 3 Days Automatic Titanio (PAM 1389) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Read the debut issue of NOW – The Watch Buying Guide online … well, now

Read the debut issue of NOW – The Watch Buying Guide online … well, now

Last year we made our foray into the inky world of print with NOW – The Watch Buying Guide. A weighty tome that, in addition to shining a light on some interesting horological tales and factoids, also lived up to its promise - putting more than 200 of the best recent watch releases into one … ContinuedThe post Read the debut issue of NOW – The Watch Buying Guide online … well, now appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

INTRODUCING: The IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good”

IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus May 5, 2019

INTRODUCING: The IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good”

The substantial and subtly blue IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good” is the 13th (unlucky for some, but clearly not IWC) edition watch celebrating the Schaffhausen-based brand’s partnership with the Laureus Sport for Good, which leverages the power of sport to end violence, discrimination and disadvantage. It’s a cause as worthy as the … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The IWC Aquatimer Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: Farer’s growth begs the question – when does a microbrand stop being micro?

Farer s growth begs May 4, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: Farer’s growth begs the question – when does a microbrand stop being micro?

Broadly speaking, microbrand is a term used to describe smaller watch brands - typically with few staff, outsourced production and a direct-to-consumer business model. The other thing to note is that there is a lot of them, typically waxing and waning in terms of favour. But sometimes these brands gain a critical momentum that starts to … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Farer’s growth begs the question – when does a microbrand stop being micro? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

5 things you need to know before you buy Rolex for the first time

Rolex May 2, 2019

5 things you need to know before you buy Rolex for the first time 

Congratulations. You’ve decided to join one of the premier families in the watchmaking universe. That first decision to buy Rolex is seen by many as a rite of passage all watch lovers should experience at some point during their collecting career, and it’s one we support wholeheartedly. Since the renaissance of mechanical watchmaking began in the … ContinuedThe post 5 things you need to know before you buy Rolex for the first time  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Why are Swiss watches considered the best?

Why are Swiss watches considered the best?

This is something we get asked a lot. And not just by newcomers to the industry. To some minds, it instantly sticks out like a sore thumb that the Swiss products are regarded as sacrosanct and that the wares of all other nations should fall in line behind the masters. But to others, it just … ContinuedThe post Why are Swiss watches considered the best? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: Have you ever seen a digital Monaco before? Meet the TAG Heuer Monaco Sixty Nine

TAG Heuer Monaco Sixty Nine One Apr 30, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: Have you ever seen a digital Monaco before? Meet the TAG Heuer Monaco Sixty Nine

One of the things I really like about this whole watch thing is that I can still be surprised. And when I spotted this post from the truly excellent Calibre 11, one of the leading resources for all things TAG Heuer and Heuer. Now, I’m not claiming that I’m all over the Monaco - … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Have you ever seen a digital Monaco before? Meet the TAG Heuer Monaco Sixty Nine appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

They don’t come much brighter than the Hublot Big Bang Red Magic

Hublot Big Bang Red Magic Apr 30, 2019

They don’t come much brighter than the Hublot Big Bang Red Magic

Editor’s note: In the watch world we like to talk about trends. But the trends we’re talking about are pretty macro - after all, we’re talking a five-year production cycle, not five weeks. Fast fashion, watches are not. Having said that, one of the more prevalent trends is colour. Big, bold watches that stand out … ContinuedThe post They don’t come much brighter than the Hublot Big Bang Red Magic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

We answer the dreaded “if you could only have one watch” question …

We answer the dreaded “if you could only have one watch” question …

Editor’s note: Full disclosure, this is 100 per cent hypothetical - no watch collections were harmed in the making of this list. Having said that, it’s a very fun hypothetical. Let me be clear from the outset, this is a ridiculous challenge. It’s clearly hypothetical and I’m pretty sure none of us has any plans … ContinuedThe post We answer the dreaded “if you could only have one watch” question … appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.