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You can’t determine where you’re going without knowing where you’ve been, right? And as watchmaking companies regularly look in the rear-view mirror for inspiration for future collections and references, we’re going to do the same. In a change from our regular weekly Buying Guide where we group watches around a common theme, we’re revisiting the […]

If you would've told Quentin R. Bufogle six months ago that he'd pass on a Breguet Type XX in favor of an Omega, he might've thought you were crazy. What changed his mind? Granted that in terms of sheer aesthetics, it ticks all the right boxes for him. But there's much more to it. The post Why I Bought It: Collector Quentin R. Bufogle And His 2006 Omega De Ville Chronoscope Chronograph – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The enigmatic moonphase complication goes in and out of fashion like watch sizes, and I have a personal penchant for the genre. With classic iterations from mid-range brands like Longines up to grail Pateks, the classicism still reigns supreme. For many of you, the very name conjures up images of small-cased watches with guilloché dials […] Visit The New Farer Moonphase Is A Triple Reinterpretation Of The Genre to read the full article.

Joshua Munchow explains why people are drawn to brightly colored watches. His personal opinion is that everyone should have at least one bright, colorful watch in their collection and he makes the case for why the excitement around the Tiffany Blue Nautilus is perfectly rational - because colorful watches are awesome! The post 5 Reasons Why You Should Consider Owning A Colorful Watch – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

GMT watches are hot! And that must be the exact reason why both Seiko and Mido have added a GMT complication to one of their classic divers. For Seiko, it also counts as the introduction of an all-new GMT movement in the 6R series. And for Mido, it actually marks the first time that the […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Mido Ocean Star Decompression Worldtimer Vs. Seiko SPB383 “Mini Marinemaster” GMT to read the full article.

Watchmaking is a serious business, one that can be very buttoned up and traditional. But in an age of social media, we have begun to see humour creep into the mix more and more – particularly on Instagram through various watch meme accounts. We certainly have our cheeky side in our own coverage here at Time+Tide, … Continued The post Comedian Shane Gillis reveals Kid Rock loves pranking people by giving them fake watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Comedian Shane Gillis reveals Kid Rock loves pranking people by giving them fake watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The Vanguard Rose Skeleton Diamonds from Franck Muller is a display of the Master of Complications’ other claim to fame – gem-setting. Taking the form of the 2021 Vanguard Rose Skeleton, Franck Muller gives the Diamonds iteration a PVD treatment, which means additional difficulty in setting the 422 precious stones on the case, while the … Continued The post VIDEO: The Franck Muller Vanguard Rose Skeleton Black Diamond is a gem-set marvel appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post VIDEO: The Franck Muller Vanguard Rose Skeleton Black Diamond is a gem-set marvel appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire features a golden bridge inspired by a design of Leonardo Da Vinci The vertical tourbillon placement is inspired by traditional pocket watches. It’s a limited edition of 10 pieces, celebrating the 10th anniversary of Cyrus. My last exposure to the Swiss independent luxury brand Cyrus Genéve was the Klepcys DICE Racing … Continued The post The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire is a unique watch inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Cyrus Klepcys Vertical Tourbillon Sapphire is a unique watch inspired by Leonardo Da Vinci appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Brand partnerships are a necessary evil, but I still wish other watches could get their time in the spotlight. Here's what I'd love to see at this year's Oscars.

For months now, you’ve been in hot pursuit of a new watch. You want a diver, something sturdy, from a brand with history. Preferably something iconic from their catalog. By now, this feels like quite a daunting task. Especially when you’re working with just $600 in your watch fund. For months now, you’ve been in […] The post The Affordable Diver That Should Be On Your List – Windup Watch Shop appeared first on Worn & Wound.

“Watches, Stories, and Gear” is a roundup of our favorite content, watch or otherwise, from around the internet. Here, we support other creators, explore interesting content that inspires us, and put a spotlight on causes we believe in. Oh, and any gear we happen to be digging on this week. We love gear. Share your […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: Art, Desk Display, and Watch Winder All-In-One, A Collab X11 Duffle from 1733 x Huckberry, Talking Taste with Takeharu Sate, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

When the 2023 set of Louis Erard X Silberstein watches came out, GaryG wasn’t entirely certain they were for him. Happily, he had the opportunity to see the Monopoussoir at his favorite local dealer, and within minutes had decided to take it home. The post Why I Bought It: Louis Erard X Alain Silberstein Chrono Monopoussoir appeared first on Quill & Pad.

With a dial this great, who cares if you're confused about what month it is?

If you’ve had a Rolex stolen in the last 20 years, Bologna police want to hear from you. That’s because there’s a chance you might finally be reunited. The police recently seized 100,000 items including diamonds, watches and necklaces from an Italian pensioner who had spent years buying and hoarding stolen goods. The Times reports … Continued The post Have you been robbed of a Rolex, a butterfly collection or a mammoth’s tooth? This guy may have it… appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Have you been robbed of a Rolex, a butterfly collection or a mammoth’s tooth? This guy may have it… appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Buying a watch on the internet can be easy, convenient, and nerve-wracking. Follow these steps to take some of the guesswork out of the process.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Decorated eggs and three kisses have long been the Easter gift of choice in orthodox churches. Depending on the materials available, instead of a chicken’s egg, these eggs are sometimes made of glass and precious stones and metals. Goldsmith, engraver, guillochéur or enameller: highly specialized professions that are barely known today—were the ones who once [...] The post NOMOS Glashütte – new watches for Easter appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Seiko are celebrating their 110th anniversary of making wristwatches. The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series pays tribute to traditional Japanese techniques. The four dials cover enamel, porcelain and lacquer. Most people would know that Seiko is a Japanese brand, however, their ties to their country of origin run much deeper than the majority of watch brands. … Continued The post INTRODUCING: The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series delivers exquisite dials in porcelain, enamel and lacquer appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post INTRODUCING: The Seiko Presage Craftsmanship Series delivers exquisite dials in porcelain, enamel and lacquer appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Last week, Andrew McCutchen (from Time + Tide) and I met in France and took the opportunity to discuss the new Swatch MoonSwatch Mission to the Moon, with its Moonshine chronograph seconds hand. The watch resulted in a lot of (heated) discussion in the comments and on social media, and we address a few things […] Visit Andrew (T+T) And RJ Discuss The New MoonSwatch to read the full article.

One of the great pleasures GaryG has of being a contributor here at Quill & Pad is that it gives him an excuse to set aside other priorities on a regular basis and immerse himself in the world of macro watch photography. Along the way, he has been asked by a number of people to reveal techniques that he uses to create the images you see in his articles, so here he shares some of his tips. The post How To – And Not To – Photograph A Watch – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Junghans is known for its clean aesthetic. The Bauhaus design that inspires most of the models in the brand’s lineup is typically best executed in stark black and white. This is not to say that color cannot add to the execution. This is clearly the theme of Junghans’s spring novelties. The use of color, subtly […] Visit An Overview Of Junghans Novelties Launched At Inhorgenta Munich 2023 to read the full article.