In Conversation With Tim Bourne of Bonhams
Revolution HK speaks with Tim Bourne of auctioneer Bonhams about watch collecting and his vision for reviving watch auctions at Bonhams.
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Revolution HK speaks with Tim Bourne of auctioneer Bonhams about watch collecting and his vision for reviving watch auctions at Bonhams.
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Editor’s note: The watch industry is, in general, pretty big on segmentation. According to them, we should be wearing something different for every different activity in our lives. But that way madness lies. I’m a fan of watches that fit a range of purposes, and ranges don’t come much wider than sports AND luxury. So, … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: 5 sports luxury watches that deliver on both fronts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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Omega was highly successful in what is essentially the luxury watch industry's first foray into timed sales on a new direct to customer channel. For those who may have missed out on the not so new news, the Speedy Tuesday limited edition alludes to the first time the Omega Speedmaster was given its own trending hashtag #SpeedyTuesday which first came about in 2012, and explains the limited edition of 2012 pieces.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Choosing to throw its hat into the ring at a point when the mechanical watch industry was still very much feeling the effects of near extinction during the Quartz Crisis,...
Bremont is proving to be the go-to watch brand for action movies.
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Nomos Glashütte and The Hour Glass prsents the latest collaboration: the new Tangente "Red Dot". Two dial options, each limited to 100 pieces.
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The most straightforward definition of the word complication is “a difficulty”. But not to state the obvious, nothing is simple about being complicated. And as watchmakers and watch lovers know, when it comes to watches and their complications, there’s far more than just their difficulty of design and manufacture to appreciate. These added intricacies built … ContinuedThe post LIST: 5 utterly useless complications and why we love them appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
Last November, one of the most highly anticipated watches at the Only Watch auction was the F.P. Journe Monopusher Split-Seconds Chronograph.
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Bulgari unveils the brand new Octo Finissimo Tourbillon Monete Wristwatch and Monete Pendant Watch.
Corum collaboration with Italian DJ, composer, and producer Matteo Ceccarini, featuring a piercing blue eye on its dial, the Big Bubble Matteo Ceccarini, or “Anima”, is an eye-catching (pun intended!) piece sure to get people talking.
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The eponymous Italian brand Giuliano Mazzuoli released the latest version of its much-loved Manometro watch this summer: the Camouflage.
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An in-depth review of the Nodus Contrail watch with photos, specs, pricing, and an honest opinion from a dedicated watch lover.
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Now, it may shock you to learn that not everyone wants a watch bedecked with bezels, chronographs, and other functionality to complicate the equation. Some people are just after a nice watch that tells the time, simple as that. If that’s something that resonates with you, the Tudor Black Bay 41 is a watch you … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Wonderfully restrained – Tudor’s Black Bay 41 Blue appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
TAG Heuer and Bamford Watch Department have unveiled their latest collaboration, the Carbon Collection, headed by a limited-edition Bamford Monaco.
While a new collection from an established maison is always hotly anticipated in the watch industry, rarely does one combine the deep-set values of tradition with the fresh demands of contemporary buyers in such a radical way as Vacheron Constantin’s Fiftysix.
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What a way to start a Monday. We are so proud and privileged to announce that we have the full Australian allocation – just two watches of 200 ever produced – of a very special watch to offer in the Time+Tide shop. It is a Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic with blue nuances that we have taken … ContinuedThe post ANNOUNCING: Our shop is the only place in Australia you can buy the limited Bulgari Octo Finissimo Automatic Blue appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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In 2015, Laurent Ferrier launched the first version of a Galet Traveller with an enamel center dial featuring a world map. This initial view was Europe centric but in Laurent's mind, it was a first step to some other views of our planet to reflect its beauty and infinity. For this second version, Laurent Ferrier decided to focus on Asia and particularly on Singapore.
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A new brand, Ultramarine introduces their first watch - the Morse UTC, with a few surprises: Fair Trade prices, and completely transparent vendor policy.
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]Here at Revolution, there are two things that we really love: a watch that lives up to its hype, and a timepiece where value is not just implied – by...
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Whilst all watch movements beat they do so at different rates, resulting in variations of smooth. But have you not wondered about their significance? In this article, we geek out and find out.
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Sotheby’s and its motoring affiliate, RM Sotheby’s, took things a little further last week at the annual car sale held in London’s Battersea Park when it created a pop-up watch shop to sell a few pieces direct.
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New: TAG updates the Heuer Aquaracer collection with carbon: 3 colour accents on the dial and strap. Ti case, carbon bezel and dial.
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When jetting off overseas, I like to pack light and travel easy. Between checking-in and shuffling my way through airport security and customs, to managing the sleepy-eyed excitement, that usually leads to increased bouts of forgetfulness. For me, the entire experience must be as uncomplicated as possible. That’s where a very handy GMT watch comes … ContinuedThe post INTRODUCING: Quartz traveller – the Grand Seiko Sport 9F86 Quartz GMT Collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.
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We bring you the details and our thoughts on the Edouard Bovet Tourbillon, a watch that commemorates the brand's founder and his journey to Canton.
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The guys are off to Hong Kong! Tune in to find out how they've been preparing and be sure to keep an eye on all TBWS feeds for fun content from the watch fair. It's going to be a blast!
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