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Revolution Awards 2025: Best Métiers d’Art - Louis Vuitton Escale en Amazonie

Revolution Awards 2025: Best Chronograph - Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Extra-Thin Selfwinding Flying Tourbillon Chronograph RD#5

Revolution Awards 2025: Technical Achievement - Blancpain Grande Double Sonnerie

Revolution Awards 2025: Best Concept Watch - Breguet Expérimentale 1

Revolution Awards 2025: Best Clock - Mystery Box: Forget Time by Fiona Krüger and Denis Flageollet

Revolution Awards 2025: Best Striking Watch - Chopard L.U.C Grand Strike

Revolution Awards 2025: Best Design Watch - Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Monoface Small Seconds

Hands-On Review: Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow Inter.Bezel

Hands-on review of the Nivada Grenchen Chronomaster Broad Arrow – Inter.Bezel, a vintage-inspired chronograph with snap-on bezel versatility.

Introducing Anemoic: From University Project to Watch Brand

Watch industry trade shows can be intoxicating if not disorienting as you meander down rows of branded tables, making snap judgments as to where you choose to spend your precious time. It’s possible to go through an entire day under the assumption that you had seen everything, tried it on for a wrist shot, and compiled your shortlist only to find out from an acquaintance that there was one model you missed, hiding in their camera roll. That is a fear that all of us in watch media live with. So, when I overheard the rumblings of a young watch designer hiding an interesting prototype in his pocket during the first session of public hours during British Watchmakers’ Day, I knew I had only a few hours to pull on that thread and seek it out myself. Finally, towards the closing hours of the show, I ran into Magnus Swann. Magnus Swann Like an introductory drug deal oozing with awkwardness, I slunk up to the tall figure to introduce myself, hoping he would supply the goods. With equal parts excitement and nervousness at sharing an early glimpse into his personal vision, Magnus produced a prototype, along with immediate excuses for its appearance, offering detailed points for his lofty goals. What began as a university project was finally starting to take shape. For the first time, it was being seen by a select few of the most scrutinizing watch enthusiasts. I sat there with Magnus’s creation in hand, and immediately signed up to follow his story. It is still the early days, ...

Accessible Flyback Chronographs: Five Value Propositions Well Under €10K From Longines, Sinn, Frederique Constant, And More

The flyback function is arguably the epitome of technicality in sports watches, and it can be an expensive collection goal. Many of you will know the snap-quick function from Patek Philippe and über-horology from the likes of A. Lange & Söhne. However, as manufacturing techniques improve, so does the possibility of (comparatively) affordable flyback chronographs. […] Visit Accessible Flyback Chronographs: Five Value Propositions Well Under €10K From Longines, Sinn, Frederique Constant, And More to read the full article.

History, “Sprezzatura,” and Finding Balance: A Conversation with Parmigiani Fleurier CEO Guido Terreni

Writing about watches is, often, an exercise in confirming and combatting preconceived ideas. Snap judgments are easy to form without thinking them through, and early opinions can be hard to shake, so the biggest challenges for anyone in this industry are parsing one’s own opinions, and learning how to look past them to evaluate the watches that come across our desks fairly. Most watches only require confronting this challenge in a cursory sense, but the best watches force you to face it head-on. Like many watches in the latter category, the new Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Sport Chronograph required me to do some serious thinking. Thankfully, I had the opportunity to sit down with Guido Terreni, the CEO of Parmigiani Fleurier, to talk about the brand, their watches, and why I can’t get Parmigiani Fleurier off my mind. Guido Terreni, Parmigiani Fleurier CEO Parmigiani Fleurier has spent much of the last few years absolutely knocking the proverbial ball out of the park. Since Terreni’s hiring in 2021, the brand’s been on a heater, releasing hit after hit, and building a new identity almost from scratch, rebuilding and simplifying the collection to create a new identity for the nearly 30-year-old brand. “When I joined the company, I understood that the brand needed direction and style, and what was in the pipeline was not building the brand as I thought it should. So I blocked everything and we started working from scratch on a white piece of paper - not perfectl...

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31 Blue Dial Watches from Under $300 to $50,000+

After well over a decade of growth in both popularity and market presence, watches with blue dials can no longer be considered either a niche or a trend; blue-dial watches now make up a significant segment of new models being released, joining basic black and silvery white as a go-to colorway, whether the watch is simple or complicated, sport or dress, sleek and shiny or boldly textured. As such, assembling a list of favorite blue-dial watches has become increasingly challenging as more and more options become available. For this list, we wanted to strike a balance between entry-level and high-luxury while also showcasing a wide range of styles and functions and turning the spotlight on some newer models as well as some established favorites. Read on for the list, arranged in ascending order of price; we’ll also likely be adding to it in the future, so feel free to leave your own suggestions for best blue-dial watches in the comments below.  Citizen Promaster Diver Price: $300, Case Size: 44mm, Thickness: 11.6mm, Lug Width: 20mm, Crystal: Mineral, Water Resistance: 200m, Movement: Citizen Eco-Drive E168 Citizen unveiled its Promaster line of professional-grade sports watches in 1989 and its Promaster Diver models - equipped with the Japanese brand’s proprietary Eco-Drive technology, which uses light to perpetually charge the movement - have proven to be among the most popular of Citizen’s vast portfolio of timepieces. The 44mm steel case features a 60-click rota...

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Hands On: Tudor Black Bay GMT “Opaline”

Released in March at Watches & Wonders, the Black Bay GMT “Opaline” is perhaps the most notable travel watch in Tudor’s line up thanks to a silvery-white dial that may or may not have been inspired by the Rolex GMT-Master “Pan Am”. A variant of the original model in black, the Black Bay GMT with a white dial is typical Tudor – namely excellent quality and outstanding value – but it might be a subtle reference to the mythical, and sometimes controversial, GMT-Master “Pan Am”. Though there’s no official reference to the potential historical inspiration, the GMT “Opaline” is an in-joke that a historically-minded enthusiast will appreciate. Initial thoughts To the casual observer, the Black Bay GMT “Opaline” might seem like yet another iteration of Tudor’s bestselling dive watch. In fact, the GMT might seem less appealing when set against the equally recent Black Bay 54 with its properly-vintage proportions. But the GMT “Opaline” deserves a second look. The softly-grained dial with its “polar” palette is clear, clean, and well-executed, and most importantly possesses a different feel compared to the black dial of the original version, especially since black is the de facto dial colour for sports watches and very, very common. Being a dual time zone and silvery-white, the GMT “Opaline” is different despite its traditional design. That said, the GMT “Opaline” is otherwise entirely the same as the model introduced in 2018, which mea...

Revolution Awards and Power List 2022

VIDEO: Grand Seiko’s elemental SBGW293 and SBGW291 are a celebration of fine details

Grand Seiko and special releases – name a better love story. The duo we’re looking at today, the air-inspired silvery SBGW291 Kuuki and earthy SBGW293 Tsuji, continue the prolonged celebration of the 55th anniversary of the brand’s 44GS case. Famous for its sharp, reflective facets and plentiful wrist presence, it takes on a reduced form … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Grand Seiko’s elemental SBGW293 and SBGW291 are a celebration of fine details appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Dispatch: Inside Gérald Genta's Home Studio With Evelyne Genta

See the space where the late designer crafted his major works – and listened to … Snoop Dogg?

VIDEO: Seiko unleashes a Black-Ops style Tuna, Monster & Samurai, all sub $650USD. Which do you pick?

The next chapter in the Seiko Prospex “Black Series” has arrived.  Inspired by the world of night diving, the brand has taken the plunge with three new blacked out watches the SRPH11K (Samurai), the SNE577P (Tuna) and the SRPH13K (Monster). The “Black Series” concept first dropped in 2018 with two Solar models and an automatic Turtle, the SRPC49. The … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Seiko unleashes a Black-Ops style Tuna, Monster & Samurai, all sub $650USD. Which do you pick? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

LIST: James Robinson’s favourite watch photos from 2019

It pains me so to admit this, but oftentimes a story is only as good as the photos that accompany it - especially when you’re writing about something as intricate and nuanced as watches. A good snap of a timepiece is not only the glorious icing on a particularly wordy cake, it actually assists us … ContinuedThe post LIST: James Robinson’s favourite watch photos from 2019 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

8 signs you should be wearing a Tudor Pelagos

Editor’s note: A little while ago we went off-script with our watch coverage, making a short, snappy series of videos that - in a decidedly tongue-in-cheek manner - aimed to assist you in your Tudor purchasing decision. Here’s our take on the archetypal Tudor Pelagos wearer. And if you’ve got a Pelagos on your wrist … ContinuedThe post 8 signs you should be wearing a Tudor Pelagos appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Seiko’s Australia-only limited edition, and how to get your hands on one (for a good cause)

There are few things we like more than a limited edition Seiko, and one of those things is a limited edition Seiko that has been made specifically for the Australian market. Which is lucky, because that’s exactly what the Seiko Prospex SNE520P is - an 800-piece series made just for the land down under. And … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Seiko’s Australia-only limited edition, and how to get your hands on one (for a good cause) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Fratello Talks: Our Watch Pet Peeves Vol. II

No watch is perfect, and even the most enthusiastic collectors have their limits. It might be a poorly finished detail, an uncomfortable clasp, or a design choice that makes you wonder what the brand was thinking. Some things are easy to overlook, while others can ruin the experience of wearing an otherwise excellent watch. In […] Visit Fratello Talks: Our Watch Pet Peeves Vol. II to read the full article.

Japanese Artist Takashi Murakami Launches Time Objects

Japanese contemporary artist Takashi Murakami has launched his own watch brand, Takashi Murakami Time Objects, following a string of collaborations with Hublot. Its debut Skull Flowers collection comprises five skull-shaped watches with rotating flower eyes, jumping hours, and a flying tourbillon, continuing the artist’s exploration of unconventional wristwatch forms. Initial thoughts Mr Murakami’s move into watchmaking taps two converging trends. The first is the growing crossover between high-end watches and contemporary art. The second is the emergence of specialist manufacturers capable of developing and producing small batches of highly imaginative watches, allowing an artist to establish a brand without building a manufacture. Branching out independently seems like a shrewd business move. Mr Murakami has already established a presence amongst watch collectors through his Hublot collaborations, which progressed from spinning flowers in Classic Fusion cases to the purpose-built MP-15 with its central tourbillon. Mr Murakami appears to have recognised what brands like Hublot and Audemars Piguet already understand: a prominent artist can draw contemporary art collectors into watch boutiques. Hublot’s recent Classic Fusion Balloon Dog by Jeff Koons is said to have attracted a large number of such buyers, while Audemars Piguet’s Royal Oak Concept KAWS “Companion” reflects similar ambitions at an even higher price point. With Time Objects, Mr Murakami has develo...

Introducing - Japanese Artist Takashi Murakami Launches his Own Watch Brand, named Time Objects

Takashi Murakami is one of the most recognisable contemporary artists. His colourful smiling flowers, eccentric characters and references to Japanese popular culture have become instantly identifiable, appearing in galleries, museums and collaborations with some of the world’s most prominent fashion and luxury brands. Yet Murakami is not simply an artist lending his signature to commercial […]

Ateliers Associés Backs Mickaël Gaspar’s Souscription

Founded by William Massena and Louis Westphalen-Lemaitre, Ateliers Associés aims to help independent watchmakers build sustainable brands through funding and shared technical and commercial expertise. Its first partner is French watchmaker Mickaël Gaspar. Unveiled at IAMWATCH in Singapore, Mr Gaspar’s Souscription has been a decade in the making. It represents the first project backed by the incubator that plans to support up to four new watchmakers each year in exchange for minority stakes in their businesses. Initial thoughts The history of independent watchmaking is littered with the names of once-promising brands that lacked the capital and commercial expertise to become self-sustaining enterprises. Industry veterans William Massena and Louis Westphalen-Lemaitre founded Ateliers Associés to address that problem. The pair bring complementary experience spanning watch collecting, auctions, product development and the commercial demands of running a brand. From left: William Massena, Louis Westphalen-Lemaitre, and Mickaël Gaspar The firm’s first partner is Mickaël Gaspar, a 29-year-old French watchmaker who trained at the Lycée Edgar Faure in Morteau, a notable source of emerging independent talent. Its alumni include F.P. Journe Young Talent Competition winners Rémy Cools, Théo Auffret and Thomas Aubert. His training also included stints at Breitling and Sellita before joining MH Horlogerie in Les Brenets, near Le Locle. His Souscription, however, grew out of...

Hands On: Petermann Bédat Reference 2914 Monopusher Chronograph

The Petermann Bédat Reference 2914 Monopusher Chronograph is the brand’s first conventional chronograph, following the split-seconds ref. 2941 introduced in 2023. It combines the elaborate finishing of its predecessor with an even more compact 36.5 mm platinum case, bringing the brand’s strengths into a format that suits prevailing preferences. The partially transparent dial reveals the finishing beneath, while the cal. 234 movement combines historical roots with meaningful technical upgrades including a free-sprung balance and an instantly jumping minutes counter. Initial thoughts The ref. 2914 could hardly be more on target with prevailing collector tastes. Its appeal rests on two qualities that are increasingly sought after: high-end finishing and restrained proportions. The emphasis on finishing feels natural for Petermann Bédat, having been central to the brand’s identity from the beginning. While many upstart independents outsource decoration to a circle of increasingly well-known specialists, Gaël Petermann and Florian Bédat handle this work in-house. That gives their watches a more direct connection to the people behind the brand, reinforcing the value of what they bring to the table. The finishing is apparent front and back thanks to the partially transparent dial, an approach established with the brand’s debut ref. 1967 Deadbeat Seconds. It answers collector demand for more visible craftsmanship by revealing the side of the main plate normally conceal...

Petermann Bédat 2914 Chronograph: Hands-on Review

Petermann Bédat introduces the Ref. 2914, a 20-piece limited-edition chronograph that takes a simpler approach to the duo's earlier split-seconds creation. Our hands-on review.

Highlights: A Dizzying Array of Tourbillons at Phillips Hong Kong

Phillips’ fall auction season goes east for The Hong Kong Watch Auction: XXIII from November 21-22 with a whirlwind of tourbillon watches from the golden age of (pocket) watchmaking to the new golden age of today. Lot 853 – Audemars Piguet KAWS Tourbillon A collaboration between Audemars Piguet and contemporary artist KAWS, the Royal Oak Concept Tourbillon makes its auction house debut. And thanks to a specially modified movement, the “Companion” is more than a superficial exercise in branding. The cal. 2979 uses peripheral indicators to display the hours and minutes, rather than hands, which would be ruinous for this design. The Companion figure is cold, hard titanium to match the case, but conveys the squishiness of a cartoon character, making it look as if the Companion is pressed against the sapphire crystal. The puffy-motif is continued by a decorative movement plate visible through the sapphire case back, which leaves very little of the movement underneath visible. Underneath is essentially the same, manually wound movement powering the brand’s Marvel collaborations, with a one-minute tourbillon and 72 hours of going. As KAWS-forward as it is, the familiar Royal Oak Concept case makes it easily recognisable as an Audemars Piguet product. While only playing a supporting role, the titanium case is more detailed than many Royal Oak Concepts, surprisingly water resistant for a manually wound watch (100 m) with a quick-change strap system to swap between the two...

Hands-On With 2 RADO Captain Cook Discover Models: Dressing Up A Dive-Watch Classic!

Red and green gradient dials meet polished black ceramic in the new Rado Captain Cook Discover collection. I wore both to see whether it earns its place in the range. What We Love: Red and green gradient dials with distinctly different personalities Compact case and ceramic bracelet fit my 16 cm wrist well Fixed bezel and slimmer hands give it a dressier look What We Don’t: The clasp could use more adjustment range for warmer days All-black ceramic is harder to style than steel Fewer factory strap options than the steel Captain Cook models. Overall Rating: 8.7/10 Value for Money: 8.75/10 Wearability: 8.5/10 Design: 8.75/10 Build Quality: 8.7/10 Rado has unveiled the Captain Cook Discover, a dressier take on the dive-watch design it brought back in 2017. So the natural question for me is whether these new models can carve out a place of their own in a collection that already makes a great everyday watch. Flashy & Futuristic: Rado’s 5 New Captain Cook Discover Models Well, I spent some time with the red and green dial editions to find out! Before we get into that, though, I want to go back to where the Captain Cook began and look at what led to the Discover. If we don’t understand the history, we won’t know why it exists! Rado introduced the original Captain Cook in 1962, and the modern collection still draws on that design. It began as a dive watch, with a rotating bezel that let the wearer track elapsed time at a glance. Prominent hands, bold hour markers, and a...