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Looking for a great all-rounder that won’t break the bank? How about the Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar?

Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar? Apr 25, 2019

Looking for a great all-rounder that won’t break the bank? How about the Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar?

Editor’s note: For whatever reason, I’m on a bit of a back-to-basics kick at the moment. I mean, high complications and high price tags are all well and good, but sometimes you crave the simpler things in life. And I guess for me, right now, the simpler things are watches. Only hang on - plot … ContinuedThe post Looking for a great all-rounder that won’t break the bank? How about the Longines Master Collection Annual Calendar? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark

IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire Apr 25, 2019

HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark

The Mark XI was the first watch that really got me ‘into’ watches, and it has endured over the decades as an icon of good, utilitarian design. Its influence has been very visible in IWC’s Pilot’s family over the years, but this watch, the IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire, might be the closest we’ve seen … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic Spitfire hits the mark appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: This is what the future of Baselworld looks like

RECOMMENDED READING: This is what the future of Baselworld looks like

One of the top three questions on the lips of watch lovers these days is about the lifespan of Baselworld. Well, hold onto your hats because Hodinkee, in the form of the indomitable Joe Thompson, has put together a pretty clear roadmap as to what the future of the fair looks like. And I’ve got … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: This is what the future of Baselworld looks like appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Sinn 104 St Sa I W – a super-tough daily wearer

Sinn 104 St Sa I Apr 24, 2019

The Sinn 104 St Sa I W – a super-tough daily wearer

Editor’s note: Sinn is well known for their bomb-proof tool watches, but can they do something a little more light and airy? In his review from a while back, Cam argues that yes, yes they can. And that watch is called the Sinn 104 St Sa I W. Famous for their formidable and over-engineered designs - … ContinuedThe post The Sinn 104 St Sa I W – a super-tough daily wearer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Testing the Tudor Black Bay Bronze on the Kokoda Trail

Tudor Black Bay Bronze Apr 24, 2019

Testing the Tudor Black Bay Bronze on the Kokoda Trail

A combination of childhood curiosity, a fictitious war hero named Brody, and stories from my grandfather led me, last year, to tackle the infamous Kokoda Trail with the Tudor Black Bay Bronze on my wrist. The Kokoda campaign of World War 2 remains one of the most important theatres of war that Australia and its … ContinuedThe post Testing the Tudor Black Bay Bronze on the Kokoda Trail appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

NEWS: Gold Rolex Daytona gifted by F1 legend Ayrton Senna to be auctioned in Geneva

Rolex Daytona gifted Apr 23, 2019

NEWS: Gold Rolex Daytona gifted by F1 legend Ayrton Senna to be auctioned in Geneva

Geneva watch auction season is rolling around again, and one of the stars of the show is this watch, a 1989 Rolex Daytona in gold. It’s being auctioned by Phillips, at their Geneva Watch Auction: Nine, on May 11 and 12. From the dial side, it seems to be a stock standard reference 16528; in … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Gold Rolex Daytona gifted by F1 legend Ayrton Senna to be auctioned in Geneva appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Is the Tudor Black Bay GMT the perfect travel watch?

Tudor Black Bay GMT Apr 23, 2019

Is the Tudor Black Bay GMT the perfect travel watch?

Editor’s note: The other week I met up with a globetrotting friend from the internet (it happens more often than you might suspect), and on his wrist was the Tudor Black Bay GMT. It looked great, and more than that, old mate actually wore it travelling (as opposed to his vintage Rolex GMT), because it … ContinuedThe post Is the Tudor Black Bay GMT the perfect travel watch? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The New 2019 Orient Star Modern Skeleton – Upgrading the In-House Movement

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Orient Apr 23, 2019

The New 2019 Orient Star Modern Skeleton – Upgrading the In-House Movement

The timelessly beautiful Orient Star Modern Skeleton product line received a movement upgrade just before Baselworld 2019 - photos and specs inside!

Watchscapes: wallpapers of the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A

Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref 5711/1A DEPLOYANT Apr 23, 2019

Watchscapes: wallpapers of the Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A

Today's Watchscape exploration is a on the iconic and extremely difficult to obtain Patek Philippe Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A in stainless steel.

Pure as the driven snow, the Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake

Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake Editor’s note Apr 23, 2019

Pure as the driven snow, the Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake

Editor’s note: It’s one of the most well-loved Japanese watches out there, and a legend in its own right. Only question - what’s cooler, the movement or the dial? You decide. Read on for our review of the Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake. Grand Seiko’s famous ‘Snowflake’ has been with us for quite some time now … ContinuedThe post Pure as the driven snow, the Grand Seiko SBGA211 Snowflake appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Smart money – 6 expert takes on the best value watches to buy

Smart money – 6 expert takes on the best value watches to buy

Editor’s note: Midway through last year, Justin did an excellent wrap of ‘value’ pieces, asking a range of industry leaders for their (very subjective) takes on the best value pieces RN. Nearly 12 months on, do you think these picks still hold up? And I wonder what the 2019 version would include … Anyone with … ContinuedThe post Smart money – 6 expert takes on the best value watches to buy appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Geometry Incarnate – The Hublot Big Bang Sang Bleu II

Hublot Big Bang Sang Bleu Apr 22, 2019

Review: Geometry Incarnate – The Hublot Big Bang Sang Bleu II

They say sequels never live up to expectations, but spoiler alert: this one does. We bring you details and our thoughts on the Hublot Big Bang Sang Bleu II.

Patreon Podcast Special #6: Two Broke Guitar Snobs

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Patreon Podcast Special #6: Two Broke Guitar Snobs

This week we decided to do something different and showcase another TBWS Patreon Special Podcast Episode. But instead of the same old watch-talk, we dive deep into talking about our tumultous and sordid past... with music!

This is what a dress watch should look like – the Breguet Classique 7147

Breguet Classique 7147 Editor’s note Apr 21, 2019

This is what a dress watch should look like – the Breguet Classique 7147

Editor’s note: There’s a risk with dress watches that they become overly simple. Boring even. That’s not what’s going on with the Breguet Classique 7147, which manages to balance clean design, fine detail and Breguet’s storied design codes in one neat golden package … The story in a second: Breguet’s updated Classique 7147 offers traditional style, … ContinuedThe post This is what a dress watch should look like – the Breguet Classique 7147 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Throwback Sundays: Six Watches for Billions’ Bobby Axelrod, from Our Archives

Throwback Sundays: Six Watches for Billions’ Bobby Axelrod, from Our Archives

There are many brilliant programs on TV (and maybe, perhaps on the computer as well) these days, and Billions is one of the personal favourites of ours at Deployant. The show depicts a battle (and then collaboration) between two powerhouses – a hedge fund manager named Bobby “Axe” Axelrod and the (former) U.S. Attorney forRead More

RECOMMENDED READING: The Tissot 1973 Chronograph is funk-tastic

Tissot 1973 Chronograph Apr 20, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: The Tissot 1973 Chronograph is funk-tastic

Man, Tissot has a great back catalogue. That’s a fact that’s easy to forget sometimes, especially as the Swatch Group brand is a big player in a more modern, sporty space. But they’ve certainly got some great heritage pieces (like the OG Visodate) in their lineup, and this on point ’70s wonder, the Tissot Heritage … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: The Tissot 1973 Chronograph is funk-tastic appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Blue steel – a closer look at the TAG Heuer Autavia Isograph

TAG Heuer Autavia Isograph One Apr 20, 2019

VIDEO: Blue steel – a closer look at the TAG Heuer Autavia Isograph

One of the big hero releases from Baselworld 2019 was the brand new TAG Heuer Autavia Isograph. Firstly (and perhaps most importantly), it’s a good-looking watch - it looks very much at home on the wrist of Mr Patrick Dempsey, for example. It’s a neat, stylish three-hander that TAG Heuer are billing as a modern … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Blue steel – a closer look at the TAG Heuer Autavia Isograph appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Montblanc have their sights set on adventure with the Montblanc 1858 Geosphere

Montblanc have their sights set Apr 19, 2019

Montblanc have their sights set on adventure with the Montblanc 1858 Geosphere

Editor’s note: I’m on a bit of a travel watch trip at the moment. And, to my mind, they fall into two distinct camps: high-flyers and adventurers. Montblanc’s 1858 Geosphere, which is a few years old now, definitely falls into the latter category. Now, it’s up to you where on the roughing-it-to-luxury spectrum that adventure … ContinuedThe post Montblanc have their sights set on adventure with the Montblanc 1858 Geosphere appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: Justin’s best watches of Baselworld (on a budget)

LIST: Justin’s best watches of Baselworld (on a budget)

Baselworld has by now nearly slipped entirely into the ether, yet there’s a small list of watches that I’ve been mulling over ever since leaving the fair. The entry level segment was incredibly strong this year overall (let’s call it the sub-$5K bracket), and though Andrew touched on it during his priceless 3 Under 3k … ContinuedThe post LIST: Justin’s best watches of Baselworld (on a budget) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Going green never looked so good – 7 of the best green watches that prove it

Going green never looked so good – 7 of the best green watches that prove it

Editor’s note: One of the easiest ways to freshen up a watch is to change the dial colour. Few colours are fresher than green, and in 2019 that trend doesn’t look like going away. Here’s a list we put together last year, of seven of the most envy-instilling green dials. Today we’re following up on … ContinuedThe post Going green never looked so good – 7 of the best green watches that prove it appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Ulysse Nardin Freak Out in Thailand

Ulysse Nardin Freak Out Apr 19, 2019

Ulysse Nardin Freak Out in Thailand

The Ulysse Nardin Freak Out feels right at home amidst the colors and flavors of Thailand’s busy streets and waterways.

HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer

Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer Apr 18, 2019

HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer

Worldtimers - which allow you to, at a glance, quickly determine the time anywhere across the globe - aren’t the most common complications. And typically, this level of mechanical wizardry comes at a cost. Typically. This handsome fella, the C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer from UK-based outfit Christopher Ward, bucks the trend. Before we delve into … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: Is this the most accessible true worldtimer on the market right now? The Christopher Ward C1 Grand Malvern Worldtimer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: Timex’s new watches are Made in America … sort of

Timex s new watches are Apr 18, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: Timex’s new watches are Made in America … sort of

Even though they might not be as premium a name as their Swiss counterparts, Timex is a legendary company with a long history and one of the greatest ad lines of all time. Who hasn’t heard, “It takes a licking and keeps on ticking”? In recent years, Timex has been proactive in exploring that legacy, … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: Timex’s new watches are Made in America … sort of appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Interview: The Dynamic Duo at Van Cleef & Arpels

Interview: The Dynamic Duo at Van Cleef & Arpels

Revolution speaks Nicolas Luchsinger, president of Van Cleef & Arpels (Asia-Pacific), and Hugues de Pins, managing director (Southeast Asia and Australia).

Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now

Bell & Ross Apr 18, 2019

Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now

Editor’s note: I ran into the lovely Erika a few times back at Baselworld, and it was clear she was having a good time. Her watches were flying off the shelves, and she had a collab with Bell & Ross that looked great. Her elastic parachute material straps offer a superb mix of comfort, style … ContinuedThe post Erika’s Originals straps – hands down, some of the best on the market right now appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

4 reasons why the Cartier Santos makes a great everyday watch

Cartier Santos makes Apr 17, 2019

4 reasons why the Cartier Santos makes a great everyday watch

Editor’s note: I don’t know about you, but when I think of everyday watches, I default to round steel sports pieces. Of course, there might be some internalised bias going on here. Because you know what, the Cartier Santos - recently given an all new and improved makeover - is actually a really strong contender for 24/7 duty. … ContinuedThe post 4 reasons why the Cartier Santos makes a great everyday watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Timex American Documents Watches

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Timex American Documents Watches Apr 17, 2019

Timex American Documents Watches

A quick look at the new Timex American Documents watches featuring Swiss movements and made-in-USA quality.

VIDEO: Which TAG Heuer Carrera is right for you?

TAG Heuer Carrera Apr 16, 2019

VIDEO: Which TAG Heuer Carrera is right for you?

If you head on over to the TAG Heuer website and click on the Carrera collection, you will see a lot of watches (in Australia there are more than 200 individual models on offer). To say you’re spoiled for choice is an understatement. If you delve a little deeper, you’ll quickly discover that while these … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Which TAG Heuer Carrera is right for you? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

RECOMMENDED READING: This unique Vacheron Constantin Don Pancho is coming up for auction. The big question is, how much will it go for?

Vacheron Constantin Don Pancho Apr 16, 2019

RECOMMENDED READING: This unique Vacheron Constantin Don Pancho is coming up for auction. The big question is, how much will it go for?

Vacheron Constantin is famous for its ability to create custom or one-off watches for clients (to learn more about their Les Cabinotiers department, click here). And given the brand’s exceptionally long history, it should come as no surprise that Vacheron Constantin has been making custom pieces for a long time indeed. Phillips is auctioning off … ContinuedThe post RECOMMENDED READING: This unique Vacheron Constantin Don Pancho is coming up for auction. The big question is, how much will it go for? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

10 things you’ve always wanted to know about Grand Seiko, but were too afraid to ask …

Grand Seiko but were too afraid Apr 16, 2019

10 things you’ve always wanted to know about Grand Seiko, but were too afraid to ask …

Editor’s note: Anxious about reference numbers? Confused by Spring Drive? You’re not alone. But don’t worry, we’ve got your back. Here’s a handy video guide to explain the ins and outs of Grand Seiko … I’m sure everyone reading this has, at some point, felt that feeling of utter bewilderment of being in a conversation about … ContinuedThe post 10 things you’ve always wanted to know about Grand Seiko, but were too afraid to ask … appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.