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It’s probably a sign of just how much some people care about their watches, but timepieces have long been attributed human characteristics. I’ve often heard the movement of a watch described as its “beating heart”, while it’s also routine to talk about a watch’s “face” or “hands”.  Perhaps this is a natural development given that … Continued The post Meet my pet watch: Scientists create living smartwatch powered by slime appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Meet my pet watch: Scientists create living smartwatch powered by slime appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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Welcome to episode 36 of A Week in Watches! We tackle a packed week of news from the likes of Audemars Piguet, Citizen, Seiko, and the return of Meraud with an incredibly charming chronograph called the Antigua. Audemars Piguet dropped plenty of new watches on the world this week, including their most complicated watch ever, […] The post A Week in Watches Ep. 36 – AP Does All the Complications, Seiko’s New Movement, & A Charming Hand-Wound Chronograph appeared first on Worn & Wound.

For the latest Grail Watch project, we delve into the history of Chronoswiss, a brand founded in 1983 by watchmaker turned entrepreneur Gerd-Rüdiger Lang, who refused to capitulate to the onslaught of quartz watch popularity that manifested after the 1970s. He was part of a group of luminaries who recognised the desperate need to preserve […] The post Grail Watch Revives the Chronoswiss Opus appeared first on Revolution.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Whether it’s vibrantly colourful dials in the 1970s or groundbreaking movements finished with striking tones in its more recent creations, ZENITH has never shied away from exploring chromatics in new and daring ways. Press Release information with commentary in italics. Zenith Unveils “Ultra Colour” Box Set Defy 21 Commentary The DEFY 21 has seen multiple colorful iterations [...] The post New: Zenith “Ultra Colour” Box Set Of 8 Defy 21 Models appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Look, I know some will roll their eyes at the “his/her” trope in the title. And, to be clear, I actually agree with you. Colloquially, however, this is how we refer to the concept of a matching pair of watches that partners can both wear. So, before we dive into eleven of the best “his/her” … Continued The post Eleven of the best “his/her” watches just in time for Valentine’s Day (2023 edition) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Eleven of the best “his/her” watches just in time for Valentine’s Day (2023 edition) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The clothes we wear, the way we do our hair, the music we listen to, and the food we eat are all a reflection of our personality. Heck, even the watches we wear are a reflection of our demeanour and interests or even passion. But what if you want to reveal more than just one […]

Are there special vintage watch dial variations named after notable women in a vein similar to that of the Paul Newman Rolex Daytona? Nick Gould was wondering just that and researched. Finding a photo of Vanessa Redgrave wearing a Rolex Submariner Reference 5513 with "Explorer" dial in 1966, he ruefully opines that this rare model would sound so much cooler as the Rolex "Vanessa Redgrave" Submariner rather than what collectors call it now: Rolex Reference 5513 Submariner with Explorer dial. The post Vanessa Redgrave’s Rolex Reference 5513 Submariner With Explorer Dial: Could It Be The Female ‘Paul Newman’ Daytona? appeared first on Quill & Pad.

I don’t know if it’s just me, but I feel that sector dials are making a solid comeback. My first renewed attraction to them was in 2017 when Jaeger-LeCoultre presented a 25th-anniversary Master Control Date with a sector dial. The second one that caught my eye was the Longines Heritage Classic in 2019. And last […] Visit Hands-On: Baltic HMS 002 Silver — An Affordable Looker With A Sector Dial to read the full article.

These days it’s not as impressive as it once was to have a successfully funded Kickstarter campaign. If you have a watch with an original design that offers good value for money, then you’ve got a great chance of hitting your goal. What’s not as easy to do is become your country’s most funded watch … Continued The post HANDS-ON: The Tusenö Windseeker is a handsome watch with 1970s swagger appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: The Tusenö Windseeker is a handsome watch with 1970s swagger appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

You could very well say that the Rolex Submariner is the ultimate dive watch. You could maybe even say it’s the ultimate watch, period. But because it’s so famous and popular, many other brands try to challenge it for what it is. Even Tudor, Rolex’s very own sister company, tries to take a piece of […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Black Bay Vs. Rolex Submariner to read the full article.

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Seriously, let’s face it, criminals are flippin’ stupid! Here are six reasons why stealing watches is a really bad idea (aside from the obvious) and those who try probably won’t get away with it anyway. The post 6 Reasons You Would Have To Be An Idiot To Steal A Fine Watch – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Seiko is back with two new limited editions in their Prospex tool watch line, and they both feature a bright new colourway that evokes the brilliant hues of tropical fish. This time, the new colours are featured on Seiko’s classic Turtle diver, and the big, bold “Arnie” analogue/digital model. Let’s dive in and have a … Continued The post VIDEO: The Seiko Prospex SRPJ35 & SNJ039 bring new colours to cult classics appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post VIDEO: The Seiko Prospex SRPJ35 & SNJ039 bring new colours to cult classics appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

“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: Wholefoods by Day – Mount Everest by Night, Nike’s Pursuit of Michael Jordan, DJI Mini 2 SE, & More, appeared first on Worn & Wound.