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Review: A. Lange & Söhne Langematik
First launched in 1997, the Langematik is the first self-winding watch from A. Lange & Söhne. A brave move by the brand and also a watershed release, the Langematik is arguably one of the most characteristic watches from the brand. Particularly due to its spectacular new manufacture movement; the L921.2 was one of Lange’s earliestRead More
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INTRODUCING: The warm tones of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Automatic in Terra Brown
When A. Lange & Söhne release a new watch there is always a collective “ooh” and “ahh” that resonates within the watch community. Germany’s most prestigious brand has always earned respect and admiration for staying true to their design philosophy. So it isn’t too often that we get to see an ALS special edition that offers a … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The warm tones of the A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Automatic in Terra Brown appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Meister and Kalendar: The Journey of Junghans
The Junghans Meister Kalendar Moonphase is the most classical and a great vintage watch with modern aesthetics for the beginner collector.
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IN-DEPTH: Bronze beauty - the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition
The story in a second From the bright and shiny press pics, to the patinated reality, the bronze Carl Brashear from Oris is one of the buzziest watches released this year. We had thought, towards late 2015, that the watch world had reached peak bronze. The uncommon material, pioneered by Panerai and Anonimo seemed to … ContinuedThe post IN-DEPTH: Bronze beauty – the Oris Carl Brashear Limited Edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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A Follow Up: Paul Newman’s Waltham/Blancpain Bathyscaphe Diver
After some further research, we identifed the dive watch on the wrist of Paul Newman. Turns out it was a Waltham dive watch made by Blancpain!
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Sound Investments: The Genius of Patek Philippe Minute Repeaters 1.
Patek Philippe minute repeaters are representative of the Genevan watchmaker's prowess in micro-mechanical engineering and art, this is how it happened.
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FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 19th August, 2016 - the 0.1% edition
This week we’re all about the finer things in life, and those who can afford them. So, crack open the ’61 Chateau Latour and allow your butler to read you this week’s edition of the Friday Wind Down. What happened? We posted our video review of the most complicated watch ever made – the Franck … ContinuedThe post FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 19th August, 2016 – the 0.1% edition appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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HANDS-ON: Blancpain, but not as we know it. The L-Evolution Tourbillon Carrousel
The watch you’re looking at isn’t a Richard Mille or Hublot creation. No folks, this is made by Blancpain. And who would have expected a brand best known for its famed Fifty Fathoms and dressy Villeret collections to come up with this delicate symphony of complication, housed in an avant-garde, industrial body? Precisely no one. But that’s … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Blancpain, but not as we know it. The L-Evolution Tourbillon Carrousel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The case of the lost and found Omega Seamaster
The incredible story of how an Omega Seamaster, helrloom from Grandad, was lost at sea and found! With photographs of the real watch, and narrative.
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GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The most complicated wristwatch ever made - the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega video review
[su_vimeo url=”https://vimeo.com/154855593″] Franck Muller has the rather grandiloquent sobriquet of ‘The Master of Complications’ – and this watch is the reason why. Superseding Patek Philippe’s Calibre 89 for the most complicated title when it was released in 2010, the Aeternitas Mega features a staggering 36 complications, 21 hands and a movement with no fewer than 1483 parts. More impressive … ContinuedThe post GONE IN 60 SECONDS: The most complicated wristwatch ever made – the Franck Muller Aeternitas Mega video review appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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WATCHSPOTTING: Who wore it best? The Rolex President feat. Posh, Ike and Bieber
When it comes to Rolex, the precious-metal-only Day-Date (aka the President) is pretty much at the top of the tree, so naturally it isn’t short of high-profile wearers. But when we spotted Victoria Beckham sporting one out-and-about in New York earlier this week, it got us thinking about how versatile this watch is. So many people have … ContinuedThe post WATCHSPOTTING: Who wore it best? The Rolex President feat. Posh, Ike and Bieber appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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INSIGHT: Omega’s timekeeping at the Olympics - from 1932 to 2016
The smoke from the Rio 2016 Opening Ceremony has settled, and the games of the 31st Olympiad have officially begun. And, for the 27th time Omega has been entrusted as the official timekeeper, making sure that records are made and broken with the utmost accuracy. Things have changed since Los Angeles in 1932. This marked … ContinuedThe post INSIGHT: Omega’s timekeeping at the Olympics – from 1932 to 2016 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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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.
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MY WEEK WITH: The Drive de Cartier - by Chris Edwards
Warning: This watch review with a difference may contain traces of mancrush. So let’s address the chiselled jaw on the elephant in the room. We envy the hero of this shoot, Mr Chris Edwards, more than just a little bit. Let us count the ways. He surfs and still dresses as sharply as anyone in … ContinuedThe post MY WEEK WITH: The Drive de Cartier – by Chris Edwards appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Review: Casio G-Shock MRG-G1000HT 20th Anniversary
Hands-on review of the Casio G-Shock MRG-G1000HT 20th Anniversary limited edition watch, "The Hammertone" with detailed analysis, specs and price.
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VIDEO: Hublot, Juventus and the beautiful game
Hublot loves football. If you watched the 2014 FIFA World Cup in Brazil this would have been abundantly clear – even the referee boards bore the distinctive porthole shape the brand is famous (and named) for. In addition to this, Hublot is the official watch of UEFA EURO 2016, and the watch of choice for … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Hublot, Juventus and the beautiful game appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Fearful Symmetry: Customising the Valjoux 22 chronograph
We explore the often under rated Valjoux 22, and its use in illustrious chronographs in history. And the latest iteration in a watch by a new independent.
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Review: Montblanc Heritage Spirit Perpetual Calendar
Montblanc's presence in the watch arena over the past few years have been largely built on the premise of price differentiation. Frequently seen in various articles, many rave about Montblanc's value for money timepieces. Montblanc's market strategy is a clever one considering the industry's need to target the middle class segments with affordable timepieces.
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P.S.A: Greubel Forsey Invention Piece 1 (#10/11) Stolen from Indonesian Collector
Deployant Indonesia friend @indohorology’s unique Greubel Forsey Invention Piece No. 1 was stolen Wednesday 13th July in Indonesia from the home of a collector. The IP1 is signed #10/11, and features the only instance of a polished bezel in the series (all other pieces have brushed-finish bezels). The watch was stolen without its papers, which areRead More
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A Lady’s View: What do women really want?
What do women really want in a watch? What's a female watch? Is there one? Should there be one? Are diamonds and jewels all it takes? We explore.
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A Collector’s View: A review of a personal Patek Philippe Ref. 5270 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph
A collector reviews his own Patek Philippe Ref. 5270 Perpetual Calendar Chronograph, and tells the tale of how he got besotted and bought the watch.
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Sacred Geometry
The creative visions of one Swiss artist and one Swiss watch brand unite to create a timepiece destined to win over the hearts and minds of a new generation.
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Review: Zenith El Primero Classic Car
Zenith's contribution to the watch world has been remarkable by any measure. For starters, it was the first manufacture to create an automatic integrated column wheel movement, fondly known as the El Primero. More recently, its increasing staple of well-priced and attractive watches with reliable in house movements makes Zenith one of our favourite brands.
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Review: Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked
Audemars Piguet revealed the new Royal Oak Double Balance Wheel Openworked at SIHH earlier this year. While retaining the classic Royal Oak case design, the Openworked movement hosts a new concept that is said to improve the accuracy of timekeeping. Two balance wheels are positioned parallel to each other and connected via a central staff. This design is oneRead More
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Citizen’s Acquisition of Frederique Constant: Goths at the Gate?
As more Swiss watch brands fall under foreign ownership, does Citizen's acquisition of frederique constant herald a new paradigm in watchmaking?
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Review: Credor Eichi II
Review: Credor Eichi II. A hands-on analytical review of the elusive watch from Seiko's Micro Artisan Studios. High res pics, comparisons, specs and price.
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Review: Modestly priced watches: The Sinn U1 Camouflage
Sinn releases a new limited edition to 500 pieces camouflage edition of the popular U1 collection. The popular German submarine theme watch brand is well known for its military associations. In particular, the brand was made famous by the use of submarine steel and its tough watch demeanour. The nomenclature also alludes to German submarines, the U-boat
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Review: Bremont Regatta OTUSA
Review of the Bremont Regatta OTUSA Watch. With an introduction to regatta watches and hands-on analysis, high res photos, specifications and prices.
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Review: The new Longines Railroad
We take a look at the new Longines Railroad, a watch based on a model that Longines produced in the 1960's for railwaymen.