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8 of the best watches with a polarising 4:30 date window

Time+Tide — Thu, 22 Jun 2023 01:48:46 +0000

These days it seems like brands are increasingly opting to have 4:30 positioned date windows on their watches. Just earlier today we introduced yet another watch, a new chronograph from Parmigiani Fleurier, which is the latest to present a 4:30-dated watch. This is a bit ironic considering how well-documented the polarisation of such positioning is. … Continued

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The 10 best British watch brands helping the revival of a great industry

Borna Bošnjak — Tue, 20 Jun 2023 06:40:09 +0000

The go-to word for instant credibility these days is ‘Swiss made’, and while Japanese, German and even Chinese brands have made strides to topple the neutral state’s dominance, it is thanks to the once flourishing British watchmaking industry that us watch lovers have a hobby to obsess over today. From Mudge’s 1755 lever escapement and … Continued

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11 of the best pink dial watches you can actually buy from least to most expensive

Zach Blass — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 11:00:48 +0000

While typically thought of as a traditional industry, the watch marketplace has never been more colourful. Brands are becoming bolder, exploring a wide spectrum of textures and hues. And, this is not for the sake of novelty. It is because buyers genuinely are looking for new ways to express colour and personality on their wrist. … Continued

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The 6 best perpetual calendar watches

Tom Austin — Thu, 15 Jun 2023 15:30:42 +0000

The perpetual calendar is one of the most fascinating and intricate complications the watch world has to offer. Often referred to as a QP, an abbreviation of quantième perpétuel, it was introduced in the mid-1700s by English horologist Thomas Mudge. The complication went on to finally find itself inside a wristwatch case around 136 years … Continued

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Our favourite Nomos watches of all time

Fergus Nash — Wed, 14 Jun 2023 01:00:33 +0000

Considering that Nomos only released their first watches a little over 30 years ago, they have made a considerably strong impact on the watch world. While perfecting a style of minimalism that’s deliberate rather than lazy, the Bauhaus inspiration and high-end German manufacturing have helped their reputation soar among both large collectors and casual enthusiasts. … Continued

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3 criminally undervalued watches to chase on the secondary market before buyers wake up

Zach Blass — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 11:00:57 +0000

I am totally going to regret this. Right now, I am giving you a window into my horological browser history. Watches I personally favourite on Chrono24 and eBay, bookmarking them for later when the time to strike is right. I am not insinuating that the below three watches are inexpensive. They are absolutely not. But … Continued

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The 5 most outrageous Father’s Day gifts for watch loving fathers

D.C. Hannay — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 15:30:24 +0000

So Father’s Day is nearly here, and your dad is a rather diehard watch collector. Now that we’ve sorted out your superhero origin story (the watch nerd doesn’t fall far from the tree), it’s time to find the perfect gift. But, as his collection is pretty comprehensive, the man can be hard to buy for. … Continued

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The 5 best square watches – including Cartier, TAG Heuer and some unexpected entrants

Tom Austin — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 11:00:06 +0000

Over the past 100 years, wristwatch trends have changed significantly, yet none stand out more so than the classic square case design. The enduring appeal of this four-sided movement continues today, and if your tastes align with the more angled variety of watches, there are plenty of choices – here’s our pick of the five … Continued

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The 5 best Tiffany blue watches with one predictable inclusion

Tom Austin — Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:00:20 +0000

In December 2021, a late addition to a Phillips Auction stunned the watch world when Patek Philippe introduced one of those watches that takes trends and flips them on their head. In barged the new Patek Philippe 5711 Nautilus Ref. 5711/1A-018, co-signed Tiffany & Co, with a dial colour so important, it would inspire swathes … Continued

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When are we going to accept that fashion brands can make legit timepieces? 6 amazing references from rulers of the runway

D.C. Hannay — Mon, 05 Jun 2023 15:30:10 +0000

If a luxury brand is synonymous with handbags or jewellery, most watch collectors won’t usually give them the time of day, as we tend to get hung up on the fact that these names are known more for haute couture than haute horology. Despite the best efforts of the watch press, a whole segment of … Continued

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The 5 best affordable mechanical chronographs under $3,000

D.C. Hannay — Sat, 03 Jun 2023 15:30:59 +0000

If you’re looking to build a well-rounded watch collection, a mechanical chronograph has to be in the conversation. You could go all in with a blue-chip piece such as a vintage Speedmaster, Daytona, or Navitimer, but that might eat up a good chunk of your discretionary budget. Luckily, it’s a great time to add a … Continued

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The 10 best everyday watches

D.C. Hannay — Tue, 30 May 2023 11:00:26 +0000

As monstrous and unnatural as it sounds, there are people who only want one watch in their lives. In days past, this wasn’t such an unusual thing. People from my parents’ generation often wore the same watch for a lifetime, or at least until it was well beyond repair. One watch to rule them all, … Continued

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Divide and conquer: The 10 best sector dials

Borna Bošnjak — Sun, 28 May 2023 07:00:08 +0000

Among the more distinguished watch design languages was the Art Deco period, birthing iconic designs such as the Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso and Cartier Tank, alongside lesser-known but clearly of-the-period pieces akin to the slant-dialled Vacheron Constantin 1921. This period was not just one of refinement and apparent squaring-off in case design, it also ushered in the … Continued

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The 10 best lume dial watches

Borna Bošnjak — Sat, 27 May 2023 01:00:13 +0000

The formula is simple. Lume is cool, so that must mean the more lume, the better. Rather than pointing out any potential flaws in my logic, here’s a roundup of full-lume dial watches, covering different styles and price points. A brief history of luminous watch dials Murphy’s Law states, “A man with one watch knows … Continued

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The 10 best Japanese watch brands

Borna Bošnjak — Tue, 23 May 2023 15:30:28 +0000

Japan has played numerous crucial roles in horological history, whether introducing one of the first automatic chronographs, developing a watch resistant enough to be used as a hockey puck (no prizes for guessing what this one might be), or taking the next step in movement technology with the likes of the Spring Drive movement. Naturally, … Continued

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The 5 best salmon dial watches

Mitchell Barber — Sat, 20 May 2023 11:00:08 +0000

Every year, it seems there’s a new trend in dial colours that takes the industry by storm. In 2021, it was blue, in 2022 green and this year, 2023, is rainbow (apparently). But among the fleeting enthusiasm and the short-lived trends, one colour has lingered to become a staple of the diehard watch collecting community. … Continued

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Ferg’s top 3 Baltic picks from the T+T store

Fergus Nash — Sat, 20 May 2023 07:00:35 +0000

If you’ve been paying attention to Time+Tide lately, I’m sure you’ve become aware that our store now stocks Baltic watches. As one of the world’s most beloved microbrands, this is an incredibly exciting time to start getting involved with their elegant range of retro divers and dress pieces. I tend to prefer smaller watches with … Continued

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5 watch brands that know how to have a bit of fun

D.C. Hannay — Wed, 17 May 2023 11:00:52 +0000

“The chief enemy of creativity is good sense.” – Pablo Picasso I’m just gonna say it, watch collecting can be far too serious. Too often, collectors get caught up in what they’ve conditioned themselves to believe, that only the utmost examples of horological taste and restraint are worthy of collecting. And while it’s true that … Continued

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The 5 best stealth watches of 2023

D.C. Hannay — Sun, 14 May 2023 15:30:11 +0000

For some people, the blingier the better when it comes to their wristwear. If you’re a fan of flash, a bit of bright work in the finishing of a stainless-steel or gold timepiece is easy to find, from the brilliant fluted bezel of a Rolex Day-Date, to the polished bezel chamfers of an AP Royal … Continued

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The 10 best French watch brands from Baltic to Z.R.C.

Borna Bošnjak — Sat, 13 May 2023 15:30:53 +0000

While Switzerland is regarded as the high-end watchmaking epicentre, it wasn’t always so. Along with many English watchmakers, it was France that led the way in making strides in chronometric invention. In the late 18th century, Paris was home to three historical greats – Abraham-Louis Breguet, Ferdinand Berthoud, and Jean-Antonie Lépine, along with other notable … Continued

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You paid how much?? Five watches that look cheaper than they are

Fergus Nash — Fri, 12 May 2023 11:00:58 +0000

In modern times, the words “stealth wealth” get thrown around a lot. Usually reserved for sophisticated watches often made of white metals like platinum, the idea is that your watch only hints at its true value. On the completely opposite end of the spectrum, there are those cheap watches that do everything they can to … Continued

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Reddit: The best subreddits for watch nerds

Luke Benedictus — Thu, 11 May 2023 11:00:38 +0000

Do you want to look at pictures of sliced bread stapled to a tree? Are you intrigued by the inner monologue of shoplifters? Keen to discuss the advantages of carrying around sand in your pockets? Luckily, Reddit has got you covered. Built to be “the front page of the internet”, as you’re probably aware, Reddit … Continued

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The 5 best yellow dial watches

D.C. Hannay — Wed, 10 May 2023 11:00:30 +0000

Summer’s just around the corner in the Northern Hemisphere, and it’s time to get outside, be active, and soak up that Vitamin D. Put those sombre greys and dark blues back in the watch box, it’s time for a sunnier outlook to match the vibes of the season. And there’s no more optimistic colour than … Continued

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10 of the best watches for small wrists under US$15K (and 46mm or less lug-to-lug!)

Zach Blass — Sun, 07 May 2023 15:30:04 +0000

When it comes to watches, size matters. Precious millimetres can make or break a fit, and those who regularly tune into my stories know that I have a below-average wrist. It is such a part of my #watchfam identity, that on the Killing Time podcast with Brynn and Malaika my wrist got a shout-out. Dubbed … Continued

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Fired up: The best watches spotted on Hot Ones

Zach Blass — Sun, 07 May 2023 11:00:06 +0000

Hot Ones has blossomed from a humble web series to one of the most watched YouTube formats in the world. Interviewer Sean Evans is known for being incredibly thorough in his research, hosting some amazing conversations with his celebrity guests while punishing them with increasingly spicy wings. Perhaps the heat of the wings focuses the … Continued

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The 10 best German watch brands

Borna Bošnjak — Sun, 07 May 2023 07:00:31 +0000

With the weird and wonderful thing that is the internet, watch aficionados are able to stay better-informed than ever. The knowledge of small, niche brands is no longer exchanged only between the most seasoned of collectors, which just means more competition between the brands – a win-win for the consumer. This also means that the … Continued

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The 5 best bronze watches to buy

D.C. Hannay — Sat, 06 May 2023 15:30:11 +0000

I remember a few years back when everywhere you looked, bronze-cased watches were all the rage. Collectors went nuts for the rustic look, some of them accelerating the aging process through various methods of forcing patina, including, I kid you not, using hard-boiled eggs. Personally, I prefer the aging to occur naturally through everyday exposure … Continued

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Five alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay 54, since you already can’t get one

Fergus Nash — Thu, 04 May 2023 15:30:07 +0000

As soon as Tudor was founded as an affordable offshoot of Rolex, their cult popularity began. Even so, I don’t think many people could have predicted just how far things would come. The introduction of the Black Bay series in 2012 really accelerated Tudor’s journey out from Rolex’s shadow, and the last handful of years … Continued

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The 5 best dive watches under $5,000

D.C. Hannay — Mon, 01 May 2023 15:30:28 +0000

Divers are still some of the most popular watches on the market, even for those of us whose boldest underwater adventures consist of a quick dip on a beach vacation. And while everyone has their own personal favourites, I think my admittedly subjective selections under $5,000 are pretty solid, with a few leftfield choices holding … Continued

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Borna’s top 5 Watches & Wonders 2023 releases

Borna Bošnjak — Mon, 01 May 2023 11:00:20 +0000

In the weeks since Watches & Wonders, I’ve been ruminating on the numerous releases, and have realised that this year has been one of the toughest to pick favourites from. Nevertheless, through sheer determination and perseverance, I’ve managed to come up with five that excited me. Some inclusions are surprising – a modern Rolex being … Continued

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