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Tudor - The Pearl of the Oysters

With Tudor Submariners and chronograph models causing a frenzy on the pre-owned market, it is only a matter of time before the brand’s early Oysters make a splash.

VIDEO: All that glitters - the Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G;

Around this time of the year I’m prone to a bit of the old ‘best watch’ game – running through my favourite releases in a particular brand or category. And typically it’s a pretty clear-cut decision for me. Not so with Tudor’s 2017 collection. I’ve found myself going back and forth over two watches pretty … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: All that glitters – the Tudor Heritage Black Bay S&G appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200

Review and hands-on of the legendary Omega Seamaster Ploprof 1200. An unusual looking diver with titanium case and strap and beautiful blue ceramic bezel.

HANDS-ON: The funky, fun Dan Henry 1970 Diver Compressor

If you’re here, then I can safely assume that you own a few watches, or at least that you’re into them. I’m also willing to bet that you have, at least once, fantasied about designing your own. A pipedream for most, but not for Dan Henry. Over the course of 30 years, Dan Henry has … ContinuedThe post HANDS-ON: The funky, fun Dan Henry 1970 Diver Compressor appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

The Collector’s View: Tudor Heritage Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition

A personal story about the Tudor Black Bay Bronze Bucherer Edition as told to us by a seasoned collector and Deployant Friend.

VIDEO: The Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra -  is it the only watch you need? 

One of the secrets of the Omega Aqua Terra’s success is its versatile charm. In its dark-dialled and gold incarnations it’s super dressed-up, but put it on a leather or rubber strap and it becomes a much more casual proposition. This is a watch that could pull tuxedo duty or go with board shorts (and … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: The Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra – is it the only watch you need?  appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

New Release: DOXA SUB 300 Black Lung in collaboration with Aqua Lung

A legendary partnership dives again - DOXA Watches and Aqua Lung introduce their first collaboration in 50 years with the DOXA SUB 300 "Black Lung".

VIDEO: Wrist appeal - the Tudor Black Bay 41

Tudor’s Black Bay has evolved from a straight-up tool-like diver to an all-encompassing collection that has your wrist covered from dress to diver and any point in between. The Black Bay 41 is the dressier face of the line. Simple steel but not lacking in polish (both on the case and in the style sense), … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Wrist appeal – the Tudor Black Bay 41 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

VIDEO: Unleash the beast - Grand Seiko’s Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600m diver

Grand Seiko is known for many things: mirror-like finishes, incredibly crisp casework and a design style that veers from conservative to downright quirky. But this is not a brand that springs to mind when you think of professional-grade dive watches. Until now. At Basel this year Grand Seiko released this mighty beast that we (in … ContinuedThe post VIDEO: Unleash the beast – Grand Seiko’s Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600m diver appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Melbourne Sorrento Watch Review

Detailed and honest review of the Melbourne Sorrento dive watch with photos, price, and some thoughts on what it was like for extended wear.

New Release: IWC’s first Ceratanium watch case

IWC celebrates the 50th anniversary of its Aquatimer with the debut of Ceratanium in the Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month Edition.

Review: Rolex Submariner Ref.114060

Today, we take a look at the Rolex Submariner 114060 - an iconic timepiece in the Rolex collection that has been a mainstay since 1953.

Introducing the IWC Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month Edition “50 Years Aquatimer”

In commemoration of the IWC Aquatimer’s 50th birthday, the brand announces the Aquatimer Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month Edition “50 Years Aquatimer”.

Deployant Events: Roundup of the month’s horological events for the month of August 2017

Round up for the significant horological events for the month of August 2017. With exhibitions from Rolex and Bulgari, and the Roger Dubuis cocktail.

New: Lady Gaga appointed as Tudor Ambassador #BornToDare

Tudor announces a new ambassador for their #BornToDare campaign with Lady Gaga picking the Tudor Black Bay Red as her watch of choice.

NEWS: Will the world go Gaga for Tudor’s new global ambassador?

Tudor has just announced Lady Gaga as a brand ambassador and global face of the #Borntodare campaign. This announcement comes just months after the brand signed veteran sports star and style icon David Beckham. In the advertising collateral supplied Gaga wears the (now classic) Heritage Black Bay with red bezel on a red fabric strap. … ContinuedThe post NEWS: Will the world go Gaga for Tudor’s new global ambassador? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Review: Omega Seamaster Diver 300M “Commander’s Watch” Limited Edition

We take a look at the new Omega "Commander's Watch", which pays tribute to James Bond and his background as the commander of the Royal Naval Reserve.

Hands-on Review: Rolex Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600

We go hands-on with the new Rolex "Red" Sea-Dweller Ref. 126600 which was announced in Baselworld 2017, and recently hit the streets.

Review: Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 Diver SBGH257

In-depth review of the Grand Seiko Hi-Beat 36000 Professional 600m Diver's watch with hands-on detailed analysis, specifications and price.

The PAM00599 REVOLUTION 10th Anniversary Special Edition [Live pics + Specs + Price + Availability]

The first watch company to ever make me feel, as an adult man, that I had found “my brand”, was Officine Panerai. Why? Because what could be more appealing than the idea that the modern luxury watch you are strapping onto your wrist, is based on the dive watches worn by Italian naval commandos? Panerai’s watches are so rich in narrative, so powerful and emotive, that the first time I saw one, I knew I had to have one.

The Blancpain Fifty Fathoms Bathyscaphe Revolution Special Edition

EDITOR’S PICK: Turtle power! We review Seiko’s Prospex SRP77X divers

Editor’s Note: Seiko’s re-released ‘Turtle’ is rapidly becoming an essential in any self-respecting watch collector’s roll. And given the winning combination of heritage and quality at a supremely wallet-friendly price, we can see why. Seiko dive watches have a massive – at times fanatical – following. It’s these guys and gals who are responsible for giving the … ContinuedThe post EDITOR’S PICK: Turtle power! We review Seiko’s Prospex SRP77X divers appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Invite: The Rolex Submariner Exhibition by The Hour Glass Singapore

For the first time in Singapore, join The Hour Glass Singapore for the Rolex Submariner exhibition held at ION Orchard Level 1, from 11 to 20 Aug 2017.

The Dive Bezel: Its History and its Use

The rotating bezel is the signature feature of a dive watch, but do you know how it’s really used? Revolution’s resident diver explores no-decompression limits and surface intervals, as well as the numerous efforts watchmakers have made over the years to improve this most recognizable of watch features.