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One of the great advantages of belonging to the relatively close-knit community of watch collectors is having the opportunity to see and photograph a lot of great watches. Here GaryG takes on the formidable F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain with his mighty camera and collecting knowledge. The post Behind The Lens: The F.P. Journe Tourbillon Souverain – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

What used to be a no-nonsense Rolex sports model turned into a collection of watches with flashy dials and loud fonts, and it’s even available in two-tone. The Rolex Sea-Dweller changed from an all-out tool watch to a luxurious tool watch that will make the Yacht-Master blush. You could also say that the Sea-Dweller has […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Sea-Dweller 16600 Vs. Deepsea 136660 to read the full article.

In a space where so much history has gone before, it’s nigh impossible to create a timepiece that’s totally unique. For example, just about any dive watch you can name shares at least some DNA with the Rolex Submariner or Blancpain’s Fifty Fathoms. It’s called classic rock for a reason, and for every Omega Speedmaster, … Continued The post THE IMMORTALS – The F.P.Journe Chronometre Bleu is a retro-futuristic classic appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post THE IMMORTALS – The F.P.Journe Chronometre Bleu is a retro-futuristic classic appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Welcome back! We hope you enjoyed the round-up of our favorite stories and gear from 2022 over the past couple of weeks. We’re really excited to see what 2023 has in store for everything in Watches, Stories, and Gear. Like always, if you have any story ideas or interesting finds, please share with us by […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: Exploring with Brooklyn Coachworks, Mind-Boggling Bunkers in Switzerland, Cadillac on the F1 Grid, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

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There exists a droll class of watch for which telling time takes a back seat to the packaging itself. And the Azimuth Mr. Roboto Bronzo Artist Series is a great example of this class, Tim Mosso explains why. The post Azimuth Mr. Roboto Bronzo Artist Series appeared first on Quill & Pad.

I’m sure that everyone on the Time+Tide team has valid reasons for why their pick won 2022. And they’re wrong. The correct answer is Tudor. All kidding aside, it was an easy choice for me, given my proclivity for all things vintage tool watch. In fact, it wasn’t even close. Last year saw Tudor going … Continued The post Which watch brand won 2022? D.C. picks Tudor and here’s why… appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Which watch brand won 2022? D.C. picks Tudor and here’s why… appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Wei paid a visit to Bell & Ross’ headquarters in Paris to meet with CEO Carlos Rosillo and Grail Watch’s artist-in-residence, Alain Silberstein to unbox Grail Watch 4 for the first time! The collaboration between Bell & Ross and Alain Silberstein didn’t seem likely to happen at first, as there were doubts that the design […] The post Talking Grail Watch 4 with Carlos Rosillo from Bell & Ross and Alain Silberstein appeared first on Revolution.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors In 1953, Blancpain introduced the first modern diver’s watch, the Fifty Fathoms. In 2003, 50 years after this iconic watch of the deep was born, Blancpain unveiled an anniversary limited edition comprising three series of 50 watches, thereby ushering the then dormant Fifty Fathoms into the modern era. Now, 70 years after the release of [...] The post New: Blancpain Fifty Fathoms 70th Anniversary Act 1 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

The Bell & Ross x Alain Silberstein BR 03-92 KLUB 22 is the time-only model of the Grail Watch 4 Trilogy. Housed in a 42 x 42mm matte black ceramic case with a pared down ampersand logo and only three hands, it is the most distilled expression of Bell & Ross and Alain Silberstein’s design […] The post Up Close with Grail Watch 4: Bell & Ross x Alain Silberstein BR 03-92 KLUB 22 appeared first on Revolution.

Whether it’s golf, sailing, motor-racing or tennis, luxury watch brands love associating themselves with “premium sports” that reinforce their lofty image. And by “premium sports”, we’re talking about those traditionally reserved for people with deep pockets and country club memberships. That’s why it’s no surprise – particularly given their mountainous country of origin – that … Continued The post Skiing is believing: Why a growing number of watch brands are hitting the slopes appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Skiing is believing: Why a growing number of watch brands are hitting the slopes appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

There aren’t that many rules that GaryG applies to watch collecting, but one rule that he has found critically important is that it’s crucial to handle a watch before buying it. This story however is about how Gary completely violated that rule and nonetheless came away happy with a watch that few people would have guessed he would buy: the 2020-launched Oyster Perpetual 41 from Rolex with a bright turquoise blue dial. The post Why I Bought It: Rolex Stella-Inspired Oyster Perpetual 41 With Turquoise Blue Dial – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

It’s not often we commemorate fallen icons from the automotive industry, but in this case, we felt we had to. Upon learning about the passing of YouTube sensation and all-out car guy Ken Block after a horrific snowmobile accident, the automotive community is in shock. He rose to fame through a series of YouTube videos […]

I have to admit that I’m not a big fan of New Year’s resolutions. Aside from watch collecting, I’m a fairly moderate and healthy person, so I see little reason to make sweeping changes. That being said, it is fun to look at the year ahead and think about what may occur. So, I’ll do […] Visit Mike’s Watch Resolutions For 2023 — A Year Of Quiet Consumption? to read the full article.

New year, new goals. Mine is building a watch brand. Wait, what? Yes! I have set myself a ridiculously ambitious challenge for this year. I spend my time reviewing and critiquing other people’s work. The time has come to take up the gauntlet and see how well I fare myself. And I want to take […] Visit Building A Watch Brand: Follow Thomas As He Develops A Watch Of His Own to read the full article.

Meistersinger may be renowned for their single-handed watches, but there is the extremely rare occasion they release a watch that has two. Of course, it would be silly to assume that means you get a traditional hour and minute hand, as the Meistersinger Primatic instead gives you their emblematic mono-hand as well as a power … Continued The post HANDS-ON: The Meistersinger Primatic is a single-handed shake-up for your collection appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: The Meistersinger Primatic is a single-handed shake-up for your collection appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Calendar watches are, by definition, complex creatures; the Chinese calendar, which fuses a solar and a lunar calendar, takes complexity to another level. Luckily, Michel Parmigiani is undaunted by complications and has abundant experience as a restorer and his development of a Gregorian Annual Calendar followed by the world’s first Hijri Perpetual Calendar, or Islamic […]

It’s the Shock heard around the world. No other G-Shock, perhaps since the very first model, has had the impact of this new release since it was unleashed upon the world in 2019. Yes, Casio releases new G-Shock models on a perpetual basis, and it’s virtually impossible to keep up with the latest drops. But … Continued The post THE IMMORTALS – The G-Shock “CasiOak” backed legendary toughness with a radical new design appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post THE IMMORTALS – The G-Shock “CasiOak” backed legendary toughness with a radical new design appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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Three watches tell a story about shared passions, people, and above all, the essence of design. While Silberstein's colorful designs and the utilitarian stylings of Bell & Ross' signature square watch might initially seem to be from different worlds, one thing unites them. The clarity and integrity of Bell & Ross designer Bruno Belamich's aviation-inspired square —especially in this black ceramic case— is the perfect counterpoint to Silberstein's distinctive design language.