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The COMEX Submariner Story Rolex

French saturation-diving company COMEX (1961) and Rolex partnership 1967 onward. Drove the joint Rolex/Doxa invention of the Helium Escape Valve.

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

TAG Heuer Monaco Gulf 2018 Special Apr 26, 2018

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.

HANDS-ON: The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5740 - the Nautilus we had to have

Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref 5740 – Apr 12, 2018

HANDS-ON: The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5740 - the Nautilus we had to have

One of the big surprises of Baselworld 2018 was Patek Philippe’s decision to add a grand complication model – specifically a perpetual calendar – to the Nautilus line. Or was it? Nautilus-with-complication is an old story (travel time, chronograph, annual calendar have all featured over the years) and the pre-Basel rumour mill was promoting the … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5740 – the Nautilus we had to have appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight Mar 27, 2018

HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight, with thinner, smaller case and brand-new movement

Tudor have added another – smaller – member to the Black Bay family at Baselworld 2018. It’s inspired by the “Big Crown” (reference 7924) Submariner, and named after the year it was released. The Black Bay Fifty-Eight faithfully re-creates the smaller case size of the 7924, complete with oversized crown and introducing a brand-new calibre into the … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Tudor Black Bay Fifty-Eight, with thinner, smaller case and brand-new movement appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: 4 of the best Grand Seiko watches from Basel 2018 - including an incredible quartz

Grand Seiko watches from Basel 2018 Mar 25, 2018

VIDEO: 4 of the best Grand Seiko watches from Basel 2018 - including an incredible quartz

The story of Grand Seiko at Baselworld 2018 is really the story of two movements. The legendary quartz 9F, which turns 25 this year, and the high-end workhorse that is the 9S, which marks its 20th anniversary. Both calibres received special tribute models, which really showcase the movement - literally in the case of the SBGV238. … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: 4 of the best Grand Seiko watches from Basel 2018 – including an incredible quartz appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Spot the Watch: The curious case of Henri Moser, the Khan of Khivan and a gift pocket watch

H. Moser & Cie brand Mar 20, 2018

Spot the Watch: The curious case of Henri Moser, the Khan of Khivan and a gift pocket watch

The story of Henri Moser and how he was given a pocket watch by the Syed Muhammad Rahim, the Khan of Khivan, and the surprise discovery that the watch was actually made by the family firm.

RECOMMENDED READING: The watch is the male engagement ring

RECOMMENDED READING: The watch is the male engagement ring

There’s a story, published by GQ way back in 2016, that periodically does the rounds of the T+T office, and not just because it has a snappy, hooky title (though it does). No, the appeal of Jessi Klein’s “Yes, there is a male engagement ring” runs a little deeper. Deeper even than that unbidden hope that … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The watch is the male engagement ring appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Raymond Weil Freelancer Chronograph

Raymond Weil Freelancer Chronograph Mar 14, 2018

IN-DEPTH: The Raymond Weil Freelancer Chronograph

The story in a second: A value-packed chrono from one of the few remaining family-owned watch companies. It wasn’t all doom and gloom during the quartz crisis of the mid ’70s. While brands and manufacturers were disappearing left, right and centre, never to be seen again, others like Raymond Weil were only just starting out, … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Raymond Weil Freelancer Chronograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Omega Seamaster Railmaster

Omega Seamaster Railmaster Mar 11, 2018

IN-DEPTH: The Omega Seamaster Railmaster

The story in a second: Behind the ultra-hyped trilogy models lays this cool, calm and not-in-any-way limited take on the Railmaster. Odd as it may seem today, but many of the enduring designs of mid-twentieth century watchmaking sprang from a very specific purpose: scientific exploration and the quest for accuracy. The Omega Railmaster, one of … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Omega Seamaster Railmaster appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

All You Need to Know About the Zenith A. Cairelli Chronograph CP-2

Zenith Mar 6, 2018

All You Need to Know About the Zenith A. Cairelli Chronograph CP-2

With Zenith’s reissue of the legendary “A. Cairelli” chronograph, collectors have been reminded of a rarely recalled chapter in the history of military watches. It’s a story that encompasses not just the CP-2 watch – the actual subject of the reissue – but its predecessors and those that would replace it.

The Racing Machine on Your Wrist - The RM 002 & RM 003

Richard Mille go from there? Feb 27, 2018

The Racing Machine on Your Wrist - The RM 002 & RM 003

Having shocked the world with the RM 001, where did Richard Mille go from there? This is the story of the RM 002, the one that established his watches as Racing Machines on your wrist. “When you are racing – it’s life!”

The Richard Mille RM 053 Pablo Mac Donough

Richard Mille RM 053 Pablo Mac Feb 27, 2018

The Richard Mille RM 053 Pablo Mac Donough

Andrew Hildreth tells us the story of how Richard Mille came up with the RM 053 for the incredible Pablo Mac Donough and its evolution to the 2018 RM 53-01.

HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness - the Seiko Prospex SNE493P

Seiko Prospex SNE493P Late last Feb 1, 2018

HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness - the Seiko Prospex SNE493P

Late last year, Seiko announced a series of limited edition Prospex divers, featuring blacked-out cases and the evocative name of ‘The Black Series’. The story behind the name and the black-and-orange concept is the murky, mysterious world of night diving. But honestly, for me this watch is less about the story behind it and more … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Light in the darkness – the Seiko Prospex SNE493P appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: “We didn’t have it in the museum.” The President of Longines says collector brought GPHG winner to them

Longines says collector brought GPHG Nov 28, 2017

VIDEO: “We didn’t have it in the museum.” The President of Longines says collector brought GPHG winner to them

It’s the kind of story you could easily gloss over, or embellish, as the president of a large watch company. A collector contacts you with a rare piece. You confirm that it’s original, share the images around the business, get feedback from the heritage team that it might be a good piece to reissue, then … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: “We didn’t have it in the museum.” The President of Longines says collector brought GPHG winner to them appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Limited Edition

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Nov 20, 2017

The Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Limited Edition

The story of how the first ever Revolution special edition timepiece came to be: The Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore Revolution Special Edition.

IN-DEPTH: Smart and stealthy - the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 43mm in black ceramic

TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 43mm Oct 30, 2017

IN-DEPTH: Smart and stealthy - the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 43mm in black ceramic

Story in a second: It’s one of the best modern sports chronographs of 2017. ’Nuff said. In two short years, TAG Heuer’s Carrera Heuer 01 has gone from a single statement model to a fully fledged sub-collection, with something for everyone. Having said that, this stealthy, slightly smaller 43mm in matt black ceramic might just … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Smart and stealthy – the TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer 01 43mm in black ceramic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

IN-DEPTH: The Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G;

Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G; Oct 19, 2017

IN-DEPTH: The Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G;

The story in a second: Two-tone is back, baby! Steel and gold watches have been around for years. Hitting peak popularity around 30 years ago, they were the epitome of ’80s style, but, then again, so were pastel polos with double popped collars. However, while the mix of these two metals has been used by … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G; appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Collector’s View: Just what is the allure of a Grand Seiko?

Grand Seiko ? DEPLOYANT - Oct 18, 2017

The Collector’s View: Just what is the allure of a Grand Seiko?

Deployant Friend Daniel Yong shares his personal story about getting acquainted with Grand Seiko and his hunt for the SBGM031.

IN-DEPTH: The slender sexiness of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic

Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Oct 8, 2017

IN-DEPTH: The slender sexiness of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic

The story in a second: Forget bling: thin is in, and Bulgari are king. The Octo Finissimo Automatic is the latest in Bulgari’s trio of record-breaking ultra-thin watches, and perhaps the greatest. We have a look at the watch’s barely-there beauty, and find out why it’s such a standout. The case Any discussion of the … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: The slender sexiness of the Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Collector’s View: Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition

Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze Oct 5, 2017

The Collector’s View: Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition

A personal story about the Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition as told to us by a seasoned collector and Deployant Friend.

The Greatest of Grails: Paul Newman’s “Paul Newman”

Rolex Daytona important Oct 1, 2017

The Greatest of Grails: Paul Newman’s “Paul Newman”

Why is Paul Newman’s “Paul Newman” Rolex Daytona important to the greater story of horology? Why is it important that it’s been found? Phillips Watches’ Paul Boutros tells Revolution all, along with a little about their inaugural New York auction entitled: WINNING ICONS (26 October 2017).

VIDEO: In the Adventurers & Explorers room at the Longines Museum, with a focus on the Lindbergh voyage

Longines Museum Sep 25, 2017

VIDEO: In the Adventurers & Explorers room at the Longines Museum, with a focus on the Lindbergh voyage

The Longines Time Machine, which has been our vehicle of choice for exploring the brand’s long and incredibly varied history in its 185th year, lands here on a story-rich piece of ground. This episode is all about Longines’ efforts to assist some of the great moments in history, including Charles Lindbergh’s first solo transatlantic flight and the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: In the Adventurers & Explorers room at the Longines Museum, with a focus on the Lindbergh voyage appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

MY 6 MONTHS WITH: The TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 (ref. CAW211P)

TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 ref Aug 27, 2017

MY 6 MONTHS WITH: The TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 (ref. CAW211P)

When I go to the pinpoint the exact moment in time I decided that I wanted a particular watch, there’s almost always a common denominator: it’s seeing it on someone else’s wrist. My Monaco story starts this way. My business partner in Time+Tide is a pretty big Heuer and TAG Heuer fan. He is the … ContinuedThe post MY 6 MONTHS WITH: The TAG Heuer Monaco Calibre 11 (ref. CAW211P) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Bremont and the Aircrafts at Dunkirk

Bremont Aug 21, 2017

Bremont and the Aircrafts at Dunkirk

Bremont ambassador, John Romain helps tell the important story of the Supermarine Spitfire Mk1 and the role it played in the fortunes of the RAF during World War II.

The Collector’s View: Rare Watches: The Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Ref.77321

Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Ref.77321 Aug 17, 2017

The Collector’s View: Rare Watches: The Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Ref.77321

Sharon Tan, a collector shares her passion for watchmaking and tells of the story of her Audemars Piguet Lady Royal Oak Automatic.

EDITOR’S PICK: Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 the only watch you’ll ever need?

Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 Aug 10, 2017

EDITOR’S PICK: Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 the only watch you’ll ever need?

Editor’s Note: If you’re looking for your ‘one good watch’ something that goes with everything and can go with you everywhere, the fresh Rolex OP 39 is an incredibly good option. Colourful and classic, and without anything superfluous – like a date. The Story in a second: This could well be the only watch you’ll ever need. … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Is the Rolex Oyster Perpetual 39 the only watch you’ll ever need? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Speedmaster: To the Moon and Back

Omega Speedmaster Aug 8, 2017

Speedmaster: To the Moon and Back

The story of the Omega Speedmaster.

IN-DEPTH: Ostentatiously stealthy - the Hublot Big Bang Ferrari Unico in carbon

Hublot Big Bang Ferrari Unico Aug 2, 2017

IN-DEPTH: Ostentatiously stealthy - the Hublot Big Bang Ferrari Unico in carbon

The story in a second Got a blacked-out 488 rolling in and looking for the perfect watch to match? Read on. Hublot are masters of both the high-level partnership and the limited edition. Both of these traits are very much to the fore in their freshest round of Ferrari-themed Big Bangs. I recently had the pleasure … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Ostentatiously stealthy – the Hublot Big Bang Ferrari Unico in carbon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

EVENT: Patek Philippe Takes New York (and blows RedBar Group co-founder Adam Craniotes away in the process)

Patek Philippe Takes New York Jul 17, 2017

EVENT: Patek Philippe Takes New York (and blows RedBar Group co-founder Adam Craniotes away in the process)

Editor’s Note: Sometimes it’s the first line of a story that grabs you, but in this case, it was the last. The very last sentence in fact. Adam Craniotes, co-founder of RedBar Group and longtime friend of Time+Tide (go on a virtual tour of NYC with the big man here, just don’t drive home afterwards, … ContinuedThe post EVENT: Patek Philippe Takes New York (and blows RedBar Group co-founder Adam Craniotes away in the process) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser

IWC Portugieser Editor’s Note You Jul 3, 2017

VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser

Editor’s Note: You think you know someone. When Felix had the idea to tell a story about a fictional IWC Portugieser wearer through the visual medium of a comic book strip I was intrigued. He worked with illustrator William Webb to bring a vignette to life entirely of his own imagination – a guy living the … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: A just-for-fun comic inspired by the IWC Portugieser appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Birth of the Luxury Sports Watch

The Birth of the Luxury Sports Watch

Amidst the 70s Quartz crisis, a new breed of watches barged onto the haute style scene that would forever change the world’s mind-set on the versatility of a timepiece. This is the story of the Luxury Sports Watch.