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Gatherings: UBS House Of Craft Celebrates Independent Watchmaking With Laurent Ferrier
Laurent Ferrier's Head of Americas, Charles Marin, joined Hodinkee's Deputy Editor Tim Jeffreys for cocktails and a fireside chat in Palm Beach.
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UBS House of Craft Celebrates IWC Schaffhausen in Chicago
An evening of cocktails and conversation with IWC North America Brand President Stanislas Rambaud and Hodinkee's Mark Kauzlarich.
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Gatherings: UBS House of Craft Celebrates Grand Seiko in Miami
An afternoon of Japanese horology with Grand Seiko Brand Curator Joe Kirk, Designer Akira Yoshida, and Hodinkee's TanTan Wang.
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Gatherings: The Driving Allure of Porsche Design Timepieces
Hodinkee founder Ben Clymer, Ferdi Porsche, and actor Orlando Bloom discuss the heritage and evolution of Porsche Design.
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The Poetry of Time
The CITIZEN’s new 30th anniversary editions pay tribute to autumn leaves, falling snow, and a uniquely Japanese sense of beauty
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In-Depth: Ben Clymer, Eddy Tonkin, And Alexander Schmiedt On Vacheron Constantin's History Of Creative Complications
Vacheron has been on a roll this year, so we decided to invite some friends over to talk about some of the Maison's best complicated watches, past and present.
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Introducing - Benjamin Hui’s Independent Atelier Debuts Project Tai Yu, In Honour Of China’s First AHCI Watchmaker
Founder of Independent Atelier and watch collector Benjamin Hui has spent a good portion of his life devoted to the work of Kiu Tai Yu. As one of the key figures in the birth and rise of Chinese high-end independent watchmaking, Tai Yu was the first applicant from China to become a member of the […]
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Jacob & Co.’s God of Time is the World’s Fastest Tourbillon
To celebrate founder Jacob Arabo’s 60th birthday, Jacob & Co. has upped the ante for the tourbillon with the God of Time that’s styled on the Greek myth of time, but more importantly features the world’s fastest turning tourbillon that completes one revolution every four seconds – making it 15 times quicker than a conventional one-minute tourbillon. Initial thoughts The God of Time watch is a true showpiece of modern, extravagant high horology, blending both striking visual decoration and engineering prowess. The theme of time and its associated deity is built around the record setting tourbillon, the fastest of its kind. While we’re familiar with the perpetual quest for the thinnest watch, apparently the race towards the fastest tourbillon is also a thing. Much like most Jacob & Co. watches, the God of Time is loud and a large 44.5 mm in diameter. The leitmotif of Greek mythology is present in the thick case as well, which is modelled on an Ionic pillar. The size is a consequence of the movement, which is enormous – inside are four mainsprings – due to the energy requirements of the tourbillon. The hand-crafted figure of Chronos is remarkably detailed - truly in the spirit of ancient Greek statues. The dial is interesting, as the eye is drawn to both the Chronos figure and the unusually fast tourbillon, but falls short in legibility, though that’s clearly not the point here. The God of Time is one of those watches where time-telling is less important tha...
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Introducing - Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon 41.5 Year of the Horse
To celebrate the upcoming Chinese Year of the Horse, which kicks off on 17 February 2026, Arnold & Son presents a limited edition of eight Perpetual Moon timepieces. Marking its sixth consecutive year of editions dedicated to the Chinese New Year, Arnold & Son turns to its fascinating Perpetual Moon reference, presented in a 41.5mm […]
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The 7 best examples of how Vacheron Constantin pulled out all the stops for its 270th birthday year
VC celebrated its 270th anniversary in dramatic style in 2025, with the world's most complicated wristwatch being only one of the highlights.The post The 7 best examples of how Vacheron Constantin pulled out all the stops for its 270th birthday year appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Glashütte Original’s PanoMaticCalendar “Blue of Dawn” is inspired by their watchmakers’ early morning starts
Complicated, openworked, draped in platinum and handsome navy tones, this watch is a reminder of what makes GO such a singular brand.The post Glashütte Original’s PanoMaticCalendar “Blue of Dawn” is inspired by their watchmakers’ early morning starts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Hands-on - The H. Moser & Cie. Pioneer Flying Hours in Steel, a Blend of Horology and Sportiness
Satellite hour displays are exciting because, apart from the lyrical mood, for most brands, except Urwerk, which made it a signature feature, they are a departure from the ordinary. They stand out from the core collections, reflecting the design, engineering effort and each brand’s specific interpretation of the wandering hours indication. In 2018, when H. […]
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More Year of the Horse releases: now from Arnold & Son Perpetual Moon
This Chinese New Year Arnold & Son releases the Perpetual Moon with the theme of the Fire Horse bringing hope of vitality to the industry.
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Introducing - The Tropical Sunset Colours of the New Mido Ocean Star 200C
Mido’s flagship Ocean Star collection is a contemporary evolution of its 1940s Ocean Star dive watch family. Often described as an all-round ‘surf and turf’ model, the Ocean Star 200C, introduced in 2021, comes with upgraded features like ceramic inserts and textured, colourful dials and Swatch Group’s latest-generation calibre 80. The new Ocean Star 200C […]
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Hands On: Breguet Equation of Time Pocket Watch No. 2492
A rare Breguet pocket watch with retrograde perpetual calendar and equation of time illustrates the evolution of the house from its founder’s era to the early 20th century, blending historical motifs with modern concessions. Made in 1932, Breguet No. 2492 is one of just four known examples from a series of equation of time movements produced over nearly five decades by the legendary workshops of Victorin Piguet. In short, it’s a watch with one foot in the 19th century and one in the early 20th. The transitional nature of the watch evidently resonated with collectors, as the watch recently sold for CHF241,300 at Phillips’ Geneva auction in November, some 20% above its high estimate. Context It might be surprising, but Abraham-Louis Breguet’s unexpected death in 1823 had no immediate effect on the firm’s output. The firm produced well over a hundred watches each year, which required a staff of skilled workers, as well as A.-L. Breguet’s family, who understood what a Breguet watch was, and could build one without being managed by the man himself. However, with the old guard’s retirement, and general decline of Parisian watchmaking, things slowly changed. After the Breguet family sold the firm in the late 19th century, turning instead to the more lucrative business of aviation, the firm’s output strayed from A.-L. Breguet’s vision, abandoning Breguet’s signature design language for a medley of styles catering to specific markets. During this time, the brand...
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10 of the best American watch brands from least to most expensive
A once-fallen empire, there has been a resurgence of American watch brands in the world of horology. Here are some of the best.The post 10 of the best American watch brands from least to most expensive appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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The ABCs of Time - Unconventional Ways Watches Can Relay Time Without Traditional Hands
At the dawn of mechanical time, hands weren’t a thing as bells would chime to signal an event or relay the hours. These giant mechanical bell towers were seen in Europe throughout the Middle Ages, with examples like the Salisbury Cathedral clock in the 14th century still functioning today (after restoration, of course). These early […]
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Hands-on - L.Leroy Osmior Bal du Temps, Sounding the Return of a Famed Name
If I had to describe the return of L.Leroy, once one of France’s most illustrious watchmaking houses, with its name respected as much as those of Breguet and Ferdinand Berthoud, it was very theatrical. Founded in 1785 by Charles Leroy in Paris, it became famous for its marine chronometers, regulator clocks, and commissions for European […]
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This Affordable Watch Brand Just Released Its First Meteorite Dial
Kurono Tokyo introduces the Inseki, its first meteorite dial watch, combining a distinctive bullseye dial design with the brand’s affordable, restrained approach.
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9 of the best mountaineering watches for those looking to reach new heights
Whether you're looking to scale the world's most famous peaks or you're just a massive fan of massifs, these watches are for you.The post 9 of the best mountaineering watches for those looking to reach new heights appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Portrait - Founded Out Of Passion, ZLTD Watches Offers Something Different and Refreshing
‘Watches by enthusiasts, for enthusiasts’ is not just a marketing phrase when it comes to ZLTD Watches, but a genuine conviction. It’s about bridging passion, culture and creativity to offer something unique. Singaporean watch nut Z.L. Toh, one half of the brand, started out by spending hours upon hours watching YouTube videos on all things […]
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Singapore watch boutique employee’s waitlist scam cheats victims of almost $500,000
A Singapore watch shop employee has pleaded guilty after cheating 14 victims by selling the illusion of “inside access” to rare luxury watches.The post Singapore watch boutique employee’s waitlist scam cheats victims of almost $500,000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Photo Report: Inside The Whimsical Workshop Of François Junod, Master Of Automata
A treasure trove of living machines from the king of mechanical artistry.
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Cartier was the unexpected saviour of the watch industry in 2025 - here’s our favourite 5 releases from the year
Cartier continues to be the big winner of the watch industry - in no small part thanks to its strong 2025 releases.The post Cartier was the unexpected saviour of the watch industry in 2025 – here’s our favourite 5 releases from the year appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Introducing - Credor Goldfeather Imari Nabeshima Porcelain Dial GCBY991
Credor, a high-end division of the Seiko Group, was founded in 1974 with a focus on refined, ultra-thin timepieces that emphasise artistic and artisanal techniques. Originally catering to the Japanese domestic market, Credor has begun to expand internationally only recently (mostly with the Locomotive, based on a Genta design) and will make its debut at […]
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Oris Celebrates the Year of the Horse with a New Limited Edition
One of the most reliable events on the watch release calendar every year is a glut of new watches in January celebrating the lunar new year, which this year begins on February 17. This is a very important holiday in many Asian countries, and brands with an international focus are not shy about dropping limited editions throughout the month to appeal (primarily) to customers in those territories. Of course, very often the watches themselves are quite cool outside the context of the lunar new year celebration itself, and it’s always kind of a fun spectator sport to see what brands come up with. Typically, brands will riff on the animal associated with a given year, and this year it’s the fire horse. First out of the gate: Oris, with the new Year of the Horse Limited Edition. The Year of the Horse Limited Edition can be defined by two prominent features: deep red tones, and the use of the Calibre 113 movement. The movement is somewhat unusual and not used frequently in the Oris catalog, so we’ll start there. This is a manually wound caliber with an impressive ten day power reserve, and also includes a “business calendar” that provides the day, date, and also displays the week of the year via a scale at the dial’s perimeter. The week indicator is an unusual, old-fashioned feature that holds a lot of charm, and provides an easy visual reference for how deep we are into a given year. The watch has a dark red dial with lighter red fumé subdials at 3 and 9 that in...
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Introducing - The TAG Heuer Carrera Chronograph Year of the Fire Horse
Fitting for a brand that harnesses the horsepower of the racetrack in its watches, TAG Heuer releases a Carrera Chronograph to celebrate the Year of the Fire Horse. Representing the seventh animal sign in the Chinese zodiac, the horse will rule the roost of the 12 zodiac animals starting on 17 February 2026. The model […]
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Video: Hands-On With The Omega Speedmaster Grey Side Of The Moon
In this video, we go hands-on with Omega’s recently released Speedmaster Grey Side of the Moon. We covered it in-depth here, but also decided to shoot a video with this new ceramic Speedmaster. If the video above doesn’t play, please visit our YouTube channel to watch it there. Inspired by Apollo 8 In this video, I went […] Visit Video: Hands-On With The Omega Speedmaster Grey Side Of The Moon to read the full article.
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New: King Seiko, Prospex, Presage and Astron commemorates the 145th anniversary of Seiko
Seiko 145 anniversary of the founding of Seiko by Kintaro Hattori releases 4 new models in their key collections of King Seiko, Prospex, Pressage and Aston.
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Seiko Introduces A Series of 145th-Anniversary Watches To Start The New Year
It has become a tradition for Seiko to be the first brand to introduce new watches every year. This time, it’s not just one or two but a full quartet of new pieces. To celebrate the brand’s 145th anniversary, Seiko has announced four models that perfectly represent different pillars of the collection. We had the […] Visit Seiko Introduces A Series of 145th-Anniversary Watches To Start The New Year to read the full article.