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Editor’s Note: This article was originally published back in January earlier this year, but, with our recent list of the team’s GADA (go anywhere do anything) watch picks, this article came back to mind. Two daily wearers, with competetive specs and their own tradeoffs. A very solid match-up, dive back into the debate below. When the … Continued The post GADA-OFF: The Longines Spirit Titanium vs the Tudor BB58. Which is the better daily wearer? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post GADA-OFF: The Longines Spirit Titanium vs the Tudor BB58. Which is the better daily wearer? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

It’s been more than ten years since the De Bethune DB28 won the Aiguille d’Or at the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève. Effectively the “Best Picture” at the “Oscars” of watchmaking, this recognition placed De Bethune among the elite company of Aiguille d’Or winners such as F.P. Journe, Greubel Forsey, Breguet, Audemars Piguet, A. Lange & Söhne, and Patek Philippe. A decade removed from its Hollywood ending, the DB28 remains a grail watch in every sense. The post Reflecting On Ten Years Of The Sensational De Bethune DB28 – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

When it comes to dive watches, to say there is a lot of competition is a huge understatement. With over a century of watchmaking experience, Titoni has put forward their latest entries into this heavily contested field with the Seascoper 300 and 600. The watches hone in on a definitive look that can be adapted … Continued The post HANDS-ON: The Titoni Seascoper range delivers classic dive watches with a clean-cut, modern look appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: The Titoni Seascoper range delivers classic dive watches with a clean-cut, modern look appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Recently, GaryG had the opportunity to handle, photograph, and wear a good friend’s Balancier Contemporain in white gold. His pal had long been a fan of the brand but had always been put off by the size of the watches. At 39.6 mm wide, though, the Contemporain is the most compact Greubel Forsey ever. The post Behind The Lens: Greubel Forsey Balancier Contemporain appeared first on Quill & Pad.

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The design legend and company founder hasn't given an interview about Ikepod in more than a decade. Here, he tracks the complete history of his iconic, iconoclastic company. And we tell you which of his watches to hunt down.

“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: High Flying Photography, a Must-Watch Mars Rover Program Documentary, a Titanium Bracelet for your Apple Watch Ultra, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

There is no shortage of vintage-inspired chronographs on the market. Especially coming from established Swiss brands that have dug through their vast catalogues to recreate iconic models. There has also been a re-emergence of fine German watchmaking in the past few years. Hanhart is one of the best representatives of this movement. The brand made … Continued The post INTRODUCING: The Hanhart 417 ES Panda Flyback Chronographs offer even better value. appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post INTRODUCING: The Hanhart 417 ES Panda Flyback Chronographs offer even better value. appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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A total of 70 watches worth over $1.8 Million USD were stolen in New Zealand two weeks ago from a watch collector’s home that goes by the Instagram handle @Horolson. This fine collector had been collecting watches for almost ten years and is a big fan of independent watchmakers, and a seasoned collector that owned at one point more than 100 watches ranging all the way from Patek Philippe Grand Complications to Jaeger-LeCoultre, Roger Dubuis, and everything in between.

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Yes, I know all watches time things. But these are watches with interesting and funky timers.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Zenith and Fusalp explore their shared historical know-how and legacy of innovation to create a collection of watches and apparel to take on the winter season in style. Press Release information with commentary in italics. New: Zenith DEFY Classic Fusalp limited edition The Zenith DEFY Classic Fusalp limited edition is a skeleton watch designed in collaboration with [...] The post New: Zenith DEFY Classic Fusalp limited edition appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

She’s got your number via @youcanneverhaveenoughmemes Watches can be expensive. Often very expensive indeed. Sadly, for those of us that don’t manage hedge funds or aren’t oligarchs’ sons, this can have a very real knock-on effect on other areas of life. Sacrifices have to be made. Fiendishly complex feats of mental gymnastics must be performed … Continued The post The memes of the week: Self-delusion and Groundhog Day appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The memes of the week: Self-delusion and Groundhog Day appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

When the hammer came down at the Phillips auction and GaryG became the new owner of an A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon, the feeling was one of complete joy, representing the culmination of a multiyear chase. What makes this particular watch so special in so many ways to him? The post Why I Bought It: A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Independent brands, which we can also call microbrands, have been working hard to create some neat stuff. Yes, I decided to say “neat” instead of “outstanding” because what they recently released is quite refreshing. This article will look at three trends that define independent watchmaking in 2022. I did use the word “innovation” in the […] Visit An Overview Of Recent Innovations From Independents And Microbrands to read the full article.

The 1980s are not exactly known as a decade of refinement. After all, it’s the period where shoulder pads, spandex and leg warmers were all the rage. It was a decade with plenty of conflict and controversy the world over, but also tremendous progress. The rise of the computer and the birth of the internet […]

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I can’t believe we are at this point again. The year 2022 has flown by, and I still remember compiling my list of the best watches of 2021. It’s now 12 months later, and I have enjoyed a great number of new releases this year. But as it tends to go with lists like these […] Visit Fratello Favorites: The Best Watches Released In 2022 — Jorg’s Picks From Zenith, Vacheron Constantin, Grand Seiko, And More to read the full article.

Waxing poetically about moon phases got Joshua excited enough to take a trip through certain “phases” of engineering excellence. So here he brings you the ten most accurate moon phase displays fitted into a wristwatch as of 2020. Join us on this odyssey through space and time. The post The 10 Most Accurate Moon Phase Wristwatches Today, Plus Honorable Mention – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.