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New: Frederique Constant Hybrid with new dials

Frederique Constant adds two new dials to their Hybrid Manufacture series. The series is a clever hybrid of mechanical watchmaking and smart technology.

INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko has just announced four new slim manual-wind models in the Elegance Collection and, yes, the dials are off the charts

Grand Seiko has, in the lead-up to Baselworld, just announced a brand new movement for the Elegance Collection, four new manually wound, slender watches (three of them limited editions) that look very promising indeed. First things first, this collection is powered by a new manually wound caliber, the 9S63, the brand’s first in eight years. … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Grand Seiko has just announced four new slim manual-wind models in the Elegance Collection and, yes, the dials are off the charts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: 3 cork-poppingly excellent new champagne dials

Not to get too metaphysical with you on a Saturday morning, but does three watches count as a list? Honestly, I’m not sure, and the truth is I couldn’t find too many more ‘true’ champagne dials that were released in 2018. Silver, and other variations thereof, sure. And there’s even one or two I can … ContinuedThe post LIST: 3 cork-poppingly excellent new champagne dials appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Introducing the Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph & Self-Winding with Black Dials

Vacheron Constantin now offers the Overseas Chronograph & Self-Winding with all new black dials for those looking for the stealth-factor.

INTRODUCING: The Bremont AIRCO Mach 3, and fresh white dials for the Mach 1 and Mach 2

Last year, Bremont launched a brand-new range of classically styled pilot watches. Named after the Aircraft Manufacturing Company Limited – one of Britain’s first military aircraft manufacturers – the AIRCO collection saw them stepping out of their 43mm-sized wheelhouse and into something a little smaller, with not one but two new 40mm models – the … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Bremont AIRCO Mach 3, and fresh white dials for the Mach 1 and Mach 2 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Press Release: A. Lange & Söhne Presents Four New Watches With Blue Dials

A. Lange & Söhne released the most loved watches: Lange 1, Lange 1 Daymatic, Saxonia, and Saxonia Automatic with white gold case and blue dials.

Bovet 1822 Aventurine and Meteorite dials

When the Bovet brothers founded the Maison in 1822, the timepieces they manufactured instantly became undisputed references in the watchmaking decorative ar

How do they make it: Grand Feu enamel dials from Donzé Cadrans

Donzé Cadrans probably make the most exquisite grand feu enamel dials in the industry. We visit and bring you the secrets of how they are made.

GONE IN 60 SECONDS: Blancpain makes a splash with the Ocean Commitment II

[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/192993206″] There are a few things everyone in the Time+Tide office can get behind 100 per cent: coffee, classic ’70s rock and blue watches. In fact, we spent a good portion of 2015 quietly losing it over how stunning Blancpain’s Bathyscaphe Ocean Commitment was, with its lustrous blue dial and grey ceramic case. So when … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: Blancpain makes a splash with the Ocean Commitment II appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Patek Philippe 5711 Nautilus Rose Gold

The Patek Philippe Nautilus shot to fame for its iconic case design and was easily one of the most expensive regular production steel watches of its time. So iconic is the poster watch combination of steel and blue dial that the Patek Philippe Nautilus remains one of the most sought after collections after more than 30 years in production.

Baselworld 2016: Patek Philippe Ref. 5396 Annual Calendar with new dials featuring Breguet numerals

Patek Philippe introduces two new dials featuring Breguet numerals for the Ref 5396 to mark the 20th anniversary of the their first annual calendar.

Tropical Storm: Part 2 - The Making of Colored Dials

Coloured Dials! The World Between Black & White.

SIHH 2014: Jaeger LeCoultre Grand Feu - the return of the enamel dials

The house of Jaeger LeCoultre is one of those who we keep in close watch here at Deployant. They are one of the most innovative in movement development, and design, but also in creating beautiful timepieces which will stand the test of time. This year’s SIHH crop is no different. Elsewhere we touched briefly onRead More

Blue Period: Blue Dials Were Everywhere At BaselWorld 2013

 Laurent Ferrier Gallet Micro-Rotor Traveller We usually hate calling trends, especially at an event as heterogenous as BaselWorld, but we did feel like we saw an awful lot of blue dials this year.  Not that we’re complaining.  It’s a great change from the gamut of neutrals that usually dominate watch dials, and the extra splash […]

Beyond Seiko and Citizen: Kiwame Tokyo’s Affordable Dress Watch

Discover the Kiwame Tokyo Kubo Momiji, a Japanese automatic dress watch with a burgundy lacquer dial and details inspired by Japanese culture.

Introducing - Audemars Piguet Expands Its Supersonnerie Collection with Three New RO and Code 11.59 Models

Audemars Piguet is putting the minute repeater back in the spotlight with three new Supersonnerie creations. The two Royal Oak models offer contrasting materials and dial colours, while the Code 11.59 takes a more contemporary approach, revealing movement elements beneath a sapphire dial. All three are powered by the manually wound calibre 2953 and feature […]

New Release: Laurent Ferrier Grand Sport Tourbillon Iceberg

Laurent Ferrier introduces the Grand Sport Tourbillon Iceberg in Grade 5 titanium, with an opaline white dial, subtle blue reflections.

Over The Moon: Farer Launches The New Stratton II Moonphase Watch

If you remember the original Stratton, you’ll know it quickly became one of Farer’s best-selling moonphase watches. It had charm, but the hand-painted moon perhaps leaned a little too heavily into cartoon territory for some. Well, the Stratton is back. It has returned with a spectacular photorealistic moonphase and a rich stone dial. And it’s […] Visit Over The Moon: Farer Launches The New Stratton II Moonphase Watch to read the full article.

Audemars Piguet Unveils Five New Code 11.59 and Royal Oak Models

Audemars Piguet’s latest releases continue its embrace of the stone dial trend while revisiting one of the brand’s signature complications. The Code 11.59 Selfwinding 38 mm gains a pair of mineral stone dials in gold obsidian and onyx, while the Royal Oak Minute Repeater Supersonnerie returns in titanium and, for the first time, 18k pink gold. Completing the line-up is the Code 11.59 Minute Repeater Supersonnerie, now in 18k white gold with a smoked sapphire dial that reveals the striking mechanics of the cal. 2953. All five watches are variations of established models, with the changes concentrated on materials, colours, and dial finishes. But there is variety within the familiar formats, particularly among the repeaters. Initial thoughts Audemars Piguet’s latest releases represent selections from near the top and bottom of the brand’s model hierarchy, updated in terms of materials and colour. In this sense, none of the new models are particularly surprising, especially considering the brand’s ongoing rollout of watches with natural stone dials. The mineral-and-baguette format of the pink gold 38 mm Code 11.59, for example, mirrors that of two 41 mm models launched previously with malachite and sodalite dials. The trio of Supersonnerie models are likewise variants of existing models, extending both the Royal Oak and Code 11.59’s collections of chiming watches equipped with the brand’s proprietary approach to sound amplification. First unveiled a decade ago, ...

Audemars Piguet’s Code 11.59 Strikes Gold

Audemars Piguet continues its embrace of the stone dial trend with two new versions of the Code 11.59 Selfwinding 38 mm. One pairs yellow gold with gold obsidian, its dark surface enlivened by shimmering mineral inclusions; the other combines pink gold with mirror-polished black onyx and baguette-cut diamond markers. Neither breaks new ground, but both put the Code 11.59’s restrained dial layout to good use, leaving the stone to do most of the work. They retain the compact dimensions of the existing 38 mm model, but dispense with the date thanks to the automatic cal. 5909. Initial thoughts Neither model is particularly surprising given Audemars Piguet’s ongoing rollout of watches with natural stone dials. The mineral-and-baguette format of the pink gold 38 mm Code 11.59, for example, mirrors that of two 41 mm models launched previously with malachite and sodalite dials. The restrained dial layout of the Code 11.59 gives the stone room to stand out, while the 38 mm case suits the dressier character of these variations. The two treatments offer different kinds of appeal. The obsidian model relies on texture and glittering gold flecks, while the onyx version is more formal, with a uniformly black surface that emphasises the baguette-cut diamond markers. At US$57,500 in yellow gold or US$68,500 in pink gold with diamond indices, however, both represent a substantial premium over the standard 38 mm models for what is essentially an aesthetic upgrade. That said, they are pri...

The Citizen Eco-Drive Photon Might Be My Favorite Unexpected Release

Our hands-on Citizen Eco-Drive Photon review explores its dial, Super Titanium construction, wrist comfort, and everyday wearability.

The IFL Watches × Laphont Bloc Limited Editions Aim For The Sky

The colorful world of IFL Watches takes to the sky with three new Laphont Bloc Limited Editions. Each watch features a hand-painted dial inspired by the things that seem to float effortlessly during childhood. The concept may sound abstract, but the artwork makes it easy to understand. Rather than relying on technical flourishes, the collection […] Visit The IFL Watches × Laphont Bloc Limited Editions Aim For The Sky to read the full article.

Hamilton’s Khaki Field Mechanical gives Modern Warfare 4 a suitably hardcore tribute

We go hands-on with the Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical COD, exploring its tactical design, textured dial and everyday wearability.

Should You Upgrade Your Existing Watch Instead Of Buying A New One?

A while back, a 39mm Tudor Ranger on loan from Rolex Australia arrived for review. I expected to spend two weeks writing about its dial and movement, as usual. Instead, I kept coming back to the bracelet — specifically, its clasp. Compared with the one on my Black Bay 58, it felt like a significant […] Visit Should You Upgrade Your Existing Watch Instead Of Buying A New One? to read the full article.

Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Datejust 36 “Ombré” Vs. Grand Seiko SLGB015 “Lake Suwa”

Good morning, and welcome to another Sunday Morning Showdown! The days are getting shorter and colder in this part of the world, but that won’t stop our writers’ burning horological passion. This week, Jorg and Daan decided to pit the ombré-dial Rolex Datejust 36 and Grand Seiko SLGB015 “Lake Suwa” against each other. Both watches […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Datejust 36 “Ombré” Vs. Grand Seiko SLGB015 “Lake Suwa” to read the full article.

Casio Nails Tudor Ranger Vibes With Its New Affordable Titanium Watch

Casio's new CMK-100 brings Tudor Ranger vibes to a titanium automatic field watch with compact proportions, a clean dial, and a sapphire crystal.

Roaring Through The Space Age With The Direnzo DRZ 08 Cosmonaire GMT

Direnzo introduces the DRZ 08 Cosmonaire as its first GMT watch. Conceived for travel, it pairs a second time zone with a distinctive case. The design, which includes an elliptical bezel and a layered dial, draws from the height of the Space Age and makes this watch feel equally ready for intercontinental travel and daily […] Visit Roaring Through The Space Age With The Direnzo DRZ 08 Cosmonaire GMT to read the full article.

Hands-On: The Raring-To-Race HTD Hesagraph RitmoCorsa

Some watches make you want to get out and race. That’s exactly what I felt when I saw the HTD Hesagraph RitmoCorsa with its bright red dial. This limited edition of 99 pieces celebrates HTD’s five-year partnership with the Italian Scuderia HTD RitmoCorsa racing team. Its enameled red dial echoes the freshly waxed body of […] Visit Hands-On: The Raring-To-Race HTD Hesagraph RitmoCorsa to read the full article.

Hands-On: Can The Zenith Chronomaster Solo Sport Preserve The Collection’s Identity Without A Chronograph?

The new Zenith Chronomaster Solo Sport removes the collection’s defining chronograph complication, but retains its high-frequency El Primero heart. I take the collection hands-on to see whether it can establish its own identity while still remaining a true Chronomaster! What We Love: Retains the Chronomaster identity Meaningful high-frequency dial pattern Well-proportioned for everyday wear What We Don’t: No alternative strap options Limited dial-and-bezel combinations Shark-tooth track feels busy on darker dials Overall Rating: 8.75/10 Value for Money: 8.5/10 Wearability: 8.8/10 Design: 9/10 Build Quality: 8.8/10 What happens when a brand introduces a model that removes one of the defining elements from an already established collection? Well, that is exactly what Zenith has done with the latest addition to one of the brand’s most refined collections to house the El Primero movement: the Chronomaster. While we were initially expecting a different take on the signature chronograph model, the release of a simple three-hand edition was not something we anticipated, but it is certainly welcome. View this post on Instagram A post shared by Watch Advice (@watchadvice) The story behind Zenith’s Chronomaster Sport begins much earlier than the collection itself, tracing back to the launch of the El Primero in 1969. As the world’s first automatic integrated high-frequency chronograph calibre, the El Primero quickly established the technical foundation that would later ...