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It’s no secret that we’re Speedmaster fans here at Fratello. RJ, our founder, is an avid collector of these chronographs and the mind behind #SpeedyTuesday. But not all Speedies are created equal. Today, we’re looking at some of the best modern Omega Speedmaster models. RJ, Thomas, and Nacho have tasked themselves with selecting their top […] Visit Fratello Talks: The Best Modern Omega Speedmasters to read the full article.
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Orange isn't really a colour that comes up too often in the dial conversation, but when it does, it often produces amazing results.The post 8 of the best orange dial watches for those who need some vitamin C appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Writing and talking about watches is a lot of fun, but there are times when it’s a chore. Penning today’s article exemplifies the kind of “work” I enjoy. You see, Parmigiani is one of my favorite brands, hands down, and I’m always up for covering a new release. Today, I’ll go several steps better than […] Visit The Best Overall Lineup? Parmigiani Fleurier At Watches And Wonders 2025 to read the full article.
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We’re coming back down to earth for a more sensible and approachable watchmaking, after the slew of high-end and ultra-complicated watches. Obviously, tourbillon or perpetual calendar watches aren’t for everyone’s budget, but luckily, there are still plenty of very endearing watches for those with a more limited budget. As we set our sights on the […]
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One of the most classical and complex yet satisfying complications to master is, of course, the Perpetual Calendar. It was Patek Philippe who first put a perpetual calendar pocket watch movement into a wristwatch in 1925, but the history of the Quantième Perpétuel, as it’s called in French and explains why it’s often abbreviated to […]
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If there’s one thing Grand Seiko is known for, it is its textured dials….and Spring Drive…and Zaratsu polishing... Okay, one of the things Grand Seiko is known for is its textured dials. Often inspired by the beauty of the natural landscape surrounding Grand Seiko's manufacture in Japan, these dials are now often imitated but never truly replicated. We asked our editorial team here at Teddy to choose their favorite GS dial and, unsurprisingly, we got some really stunning picks here. So, without further ado, here are our Editors’ Picks for favorite Grand Seiko dials. Bilal Khan: SBGA011/SBGA211 "Snowflake" The Grand Seiko SBGA211 (originally the SBGA011), aka the Snowflake, is where it all began. Back in 2004, the watchmakers at the dial workshop in the Shinshu watch studio were given a novel task: create a dial that would capture the beauty of the natural surroundings of where the Spring Drive movement was born. The answer was in front of their eyes when they gazed at the snow-capped mountains that commanded their views for half the year. Creating this dial was a challenge but they found inspiration from an old 56GS watch dating back to 1971, which had a texture similar to what the team wanted to achieve. It took some trial and error but they found success through a silver plating method that would go on to birth the now-iconic "Snowflake" dial. It might look somewhat demure and less dramatic than more recent textured dials, but this is the quintessential Grand Sei...
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Wearing one watch everyday can feel like a drag to some, but the joy of a faithful companion is hard to beat, and these are some of the best.The post 12 of the best everyday watches for any budget and any lifestyle appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The intricate world of watchmaking has just gotten a bit more intricate, complex and bewildering. Through several truly technical new watches, we learned there’s still new ground to break, new records to be achieved, and new complications to be introduced. With the aim of helping to digest everything we saw during Watches & Wonders and […]
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Tourbillons are associated with hefty price tags, but our list includes surprisingly affordable watches along with expectedly pricey ones.The post 14 of the best tourbillon watches from least to most expensive appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Some picks that are special enough, but won't put you in even more debt. The post 6 of the best graduation watches that’ll have you doffing your cap appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Picking highlights from this year’s Watches and Wonders is not a simple task. But it’s a matter of abundance rather than a lack thereof. Watches and Wonders 2025 was a show with many highlights in different categories and at different price points. Nevertheless, I have managed to whittle all these highlights down to my favorite […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches And Wonders 2025 Releases - Jorg’s Picks From Patek Philippe, Jaeger-LeCoultre, and Tudor to read the full article.
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Watches and Wonders 2025 might be done and dusted, but some watches continue to haunt me. Patek Philippe is always impressive, but this time, it wasn’t something complicated that struck a nerve. Rather, it was the introverted Calatrava 6196P, a classic with a contemporary twist. The Chanel J12 Bleu collection surprised me in the metal […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches And Wonders 2025 Releases - Lex’s Picks From Patek Philippe, Chanel, And Roger Dubuis to read the full article.
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Nothing says vintage like the warm flash of pink in the dials of yesteryear, but here are some great modern salmon dials worth considering.The post The 9 best salmon dial watches for collectors with delicious taste appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Watches and Wonders 2025 has left us, but did it leave an impression? The simple answer is “yes.” This was a much better show than the 2024 rendition. Proper new releases came to Geneva, and, overall, we left feeling satisfied. Without further ado, here are my picks for the best watches from the show. Patek […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches And Wonders 2025 Releases - Mike’s Picks From Patek, Parmigiani, And More to read the full article.
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Most people are rightfully content with the original Moonwatch design, but these are some of our favourite Speedmaster Limited Editions.The post 7 of the best Omega Speedmaster limited editions appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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"Less, but better", the design ideology applies to all of these Bauhaus watches, though in vastly different ways.The post Teutonic minimalism – 9 of the best Bauhaus watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Finding a cheap watch is getting harder and harder, but there are still some quality options under US$100.The post 9 of the best watches under US$100 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Our managing editor, Nacho, asked us to choose our favorite vintage watches under €5K. First, we need to define what “vintage” means. There is no clear universal definition in the watch industry, but the Fondation de la Haute Horlogerie once used 20 years or older as a guideline. To some purists, a vintage needs to […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Vintage Watches Under €5K - RJ’s Picks From Heuer, Breitling, Omega, and Rolex to read the full article.
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A mechanical digital watch is borderline oxymoronic, but here are some of the best mechanical watches that digitally display the time.The post 8 of the best mechanical digital watches to toe the line appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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I need gold. My watch collection lacks precious metal, so with that in mind, I started looking for gold watches on a budget of €5K. Please enjoy my gold choices from Audemars Piguet, IWC, and Minerva. And yes, my colleagues told me I cheated by choosing the steel-cased Minerva, but I responded that the gold […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Vintage Watches Under €5K - Lex’s Gold Picks From Audemars Piguet, IWC, And Minerva to read the full article.
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Purple watch dials may not be the most common, but they are among the most evocative that you'll find on the market. The post 11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Welcome to another installment of Fratello Favorites! If you’ve been following Fratello recently, you’ll know that this time, we are sharing our favorite vintage watches under €5K. After Thomas kicked the series off and Daan presented his picks just before last weekend, I am third in line to present mine. Selecting them was fun but […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Vintage Watches Under €5K - Jorg’s Picks From Omega, Rolex, And Cartier to read the full article.
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The Tudor Black Bay has been a fan-favourite since release, but what if you're looking for bang for a little less buck?The post 8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Australia might not be the first place you think of when you're talking watches, but the Land Down Under is home to some seriously interesting watch brands.The post The 8 best Australian watch brands forging a new watchmaking tradition Down Under appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Can you still get a good watch for under $50? Of course, but the options are dwindling.The post 3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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