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History at a Glance: The Story of Patek Philippe
Patek Philippe has been in operation since 1839 and continues to lead the way in high horology. To grasp what lies in its future, we delved into its past.
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Patek Philippe has been in operation since 1839 and continues to lead the way in high horology. To grasp what lies in its future, we delved into its past.
The NFL’s international series kicked off with the Jaguars and Ravens at Wembley this weekend. Revolution looks at some of the hottest wristwatches on the field.
With an increasing international interest in the British Royal Family, Revolution decided to take a closer look at some of the timepieces that have graced the most regal of wrists.
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We’ve been hitting the bottle this week, but not for the usual reasons. No, this week we’re celebrating that riot of colour and fun that is the Presage Cocktail Time. Now, you might be asking, what is Cocktail Time? Isn’t it about five o’clock? Well, yes and no. Cocktail Time is the on-point name of … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: We had a barman make the cocktails that inspired Seiko’s Cocktail Time watches, and it went quite well appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
With the popularity of Tudor chronographs at fever pitch, Revolution looks at their exponential rise to collector’s favourite.
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The angry man of jazz, Charles Mingus, famously said, “Making the simple complicated is commonplace; making the complicated simple, awesomely simple, that’s creativity.” A saying which, I think, is rather befitting to watches with a GMT or dual time zone complication. Because, let’s face it, having to calculate the time in another time zone can … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: The Hublot Big Bang Unico GMT appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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We compare in detail the Grand Seiko Spring Drive 10th Anniversary Limited Edition models - the SBGA111 and SBGA109.
Frédérique Constant unveils a brand-new women’s collection during a star-studded night at the Côte d’Azur Observatory on the hills above Nice.
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When IWC made the revamped Da Vinci collection their main focus at SIHH 2017, it’s fair to say that there was a little bit of confusion – if not downright consternation – among the watch-loving faithful. Coming off two straight years of strong, masculine product – the Portugieser and the Pilot’s – the dressy Da … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Not your typical sports chrono – the IWC Da Vinci Chronograph Edition “Laureus Sport for Good Foundation” appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Created in conjunction with Switzerland’s premier clock maker, L’Epée 1839, meet the MB&F; Octopod clock.
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If you’re ‘into’ watches, it’s easy to fall into a perception that a higher price naturally equates to higher value and quality. However, Seiko’s colourful and decidedly wallet-friendly Presage Cocktail Time turns these assumptions on their head, with an RRP well south of $1000 and a wrist presence that can compete with watches 10 times … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Dial it up to 11 with the Seiko Presage Cocktail Time (refs SRPB41, SRPB43 & SRPB46) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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We thought that it would be a good idea to take the new Bell & Ross Vintage Bellytanker collection for a ride, with some cool aviation props!
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Enamel is enjoying something of a renaissance in watch manufacturing. Many companies – from Seiko to Patek – are increasingly turning to the nearly forgotten art to decorate their dials. While it’s a slow and sometimes unforgiving process, the reward for mastering the technique is a uniquely alluring dial with a hue that will never fade. One … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: A touch of class – the Breguet Classique 7787 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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This meant the watch would be putting up with long work days in therapy clinics (often times without air conditioning), 90 (F) degree average temperatures with high levels of humidity, and a great deal of sand, sweat, salt water, sunscreen, and bug repellent.
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The Naked Watchmaker is an up-and-coming watch platform that we are excited about. A knowledge base for the horology nerd, it uncovers and presents deconstr
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A. Lange & Söhne out does itself with a new page added to their chapter of Handwerkskunst watches with the 1815 Rattrapante Perpetual Calendar.
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It’s been a tough year for the luxury watch industry, and though things seem to be picking up now, the mood at SIHH in January could be described as reserved at best. One of the shining lights in a muted firmament was Jaeger-LeCoultre. Specifically, their newest Master Control release was a trilogy of watches celebrating … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Triple threat – the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Control collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Look out America, the English(es) are coming!
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We spotted a familiar brand of watch, while viewing the trailer for the upcoming film, Downsizing starring Matt Damon and Kristen Wiig.
With the support of Breitling, a DC-3 has become the oldest aircraft to circle the world.
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More details on the Zenith new Oscillator and the 10 Limited Edition Defy Lab watches announced in our interview with CEO Mr. Tornare.
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The brand that delivered the El Primero steps up to provide horology with its next revolution. Introducing the Zenith Defy Lab.
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For most brands a round 41mm steel chronograph would be unremarkable, but this Bell & Ross stands out precisely because of these features – it’s not an oversize square watch crafted from ceramic or some other highly technical material, which is what we’ve come to expect from Bell & Ross. Even though the BR V2-94 … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Bell & Ross BR V2-94 Garde Cotes appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Last night, as Australia slept, Apple unveiled their latest and (they hope) greatest smartphones, a new Apple TV and the Apple Watch Series 3. At the start of the year I had a prolonged tryst with the Series 2 Edition, and the functionality and utility were pretty compelling. The most surprising takeaway for me was … ContinuedThe post OPINION: The Apple Watch Series 3 finally delivers on the promise of a fully featured smartwatch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Wei Koh experiences the mythical McLaren F1 on its 25th anniversary tour though Bordeaux in the company of Ray Bellm, Gordon Murray, Ron Dennis and Richard Mille.
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The A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin 37 mm and Patek Philippe Ref. 5119 - both quintessential time-only pieces - speak volumes about their respective makers.
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There are a few select words and phrases regarding vintage watches that, when said, are sure to light the fires of enthusiasm inside a collector. One such phrase is “military provenance”; another, which can stoke either the flames of desire or disgust, depending on who you’re speaking to, is “vintage reissue”. We’re going to invoke both … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The Zenith Cronometro Tipo CP-2 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Twenty-five years ago Jaeger-LeCoultre released the Master Control collection, a line of watches dedicated to the sort of traditional high-quality watchmaking for which the Le Sentier-based house is so well known. The pure style of the Master Control sits well with the credibility afforded by JLC’s ‘1000 Hours Control’ testing program, in which the subject watch … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Simply masterful - the Jaeger-LeCoultre Master Geographic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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We present you in exclusivity the Extreme X1. The brand uses hi-tech materials and manufacturing technologies to bring a bespoke and affordable timepiece.
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As Sandra so helpfully informed us yesterday, Cartier introduced the Tank Américaine in 1989. A bulked-up version of the Cintrée, with broad, muscly brancards, this Tank managed to capture not just the spirit of the times but also the bold, entrepreneurial spirit of the continent for which is was named. I can’t help but think … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Cartier Tank Américaine, now in steel appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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