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Welcome to a new Sunday Morning Showdown. Whereas last week’s contestants were much higher upmarket, this week, we’re putting two more common, mid-tier divers up against each other. The Tudor Black Bay 58 in blue was introduced about four years ago. Ever since then, it has been a very popular vintage-inspired dive watch. But how […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Tudor Black Bay 58 In Blue Vs. Seiko Prospex Marinemaster SJE119 to read the full article.

Humans have long had a fascination with the depths of the ocean, striving to go ever deeper, ever further, and ever faster by pushing the limits of the human body, technology, and advancing modern science. But like all things, we are often faced with limits. And the helium escape valve was invented to push one of those limits as watchmaker Ashton Tracy explains. The post Deeper, Further, Faster: Why do Some Dive Watches have Helium Escape Valves? appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Hermès has taken a fascinating journey from saddlery to watches, with its latest creation, the Cut, proving they still have horological clout The post Hermès – from Saddlery and Birkins to Colourful Cuts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Hermès – from Saddlery and Birkins to Colourful Cuts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Hermès has taken a fascinating journey from saddlery to watches, with its latest creation, the Cut, proving it still has horological clout. The post Hermès – from Saddlery and Birkins to colourful Cuts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Hermès – from Saddlery and Birkins to colourful Cuts appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

Some watches are so perfect there isn't a thing you want to be changed about them. For Martin Green, this was the case with the Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split-Seconds Chronograph Ultra-Thin Collection Excellence Platine. Apart from its name, which he thinks is decidedly too long. But a look through the display back more than makes up for that. The post Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Split-Seconds Chronograph Ultra-Thin: Restrained Glamour and Understated Excellence appeared first on Quill & Pad.

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This was a big week for watch releases, with high-profile motorsports-inspired watches and yet more MoonSwatch variants. The post New releases from Longines, De Bethune, Louis Vuitton and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post New releases from Longines, De Bethune, Louis Vuitton and more appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

When it comes to blending the worlds of high-speed adventure and luxury, few events rival the Rallye des Princesses organized every year by Peter Auto and sponsored by Richard Mille.

All of a sudden, they’re everywhere — watches with colorful gradient dials that transition from a pale hue in the center to a dark one at the periphery. In this excerpt from our upcoming WatchTime Design Issue 2020, on sale October 29, we offer ...

“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: The Gila Wilderness Turns 100, a Photographer Strikes Back Against AI, and Tim Cook Sits Down with Marques Brownlee appeared first on Worn & Wound.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph is a timepiece that resonates with the spirit of classic car racing. Here is our quick take based on press release materials. Quick takes on the new Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph “La Gara Dial” The latest iteration pays homage to the prestigious Mille Miglia race, an event deeply [...] The post New: Chopard Mille Miglia Classic Chronograph ‘La Gara’ dial appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Seiko goes back to years past to unveil the new quartet of King Seiko KS1969 models. The post Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Seiko revisits the summer of ’69 with the King Seiko KS1969 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

What a surprise! After the two Mission to Moonphase “Snoopy” releases earlier this year, I did not expect to see an additional set of MoonSwatch models. Only the teasers on Swatch’s Instagram account a few days before June 11th gave away the idea that we could expect something new. The MoonSwatch success The first 11 […] Visit Hands-On With The New MoonSwatch Mission On Earth Models (Live Pictures) to read the full article.

After each visit to Geneva, Thomas Brechtel adds a few micromechanical, handcrafted works of art to his personal long-term archive because they stand out. Fere are a few favorites from 2024. The post My Highlights of Watches & Wonders and Geneva 2024: There were Many! appeared first on Quill & Pad.

White-out designs and stealthy black go in and out of fashion, but seeing a resurgence of stealthy cool this year underlines that black is black. And sometimes that is just right. Whether you want literal stealth wealth to go with your fave black suit or are employed as a secret operative, that’s your business. But […] Visit Black Is The New Black! Five Pieces Of 2024 Stealth From Breitling, Swatch, Seiko, And More to read the full article.

Every year, a very select group of vintage cars and their owners are invited to the shored of Lake Como, for one of the most prestigious events on the calendar. The Concorso d’Eleganza Villa d’Este, which we were lucky enough to attend several times before, is one of the highlights of the classic car world. […]

This beefy yet innovative watch uses a complex six-barrel system that's wound by a typical automatic rotor to mechanically power LED backlights. The post Panerai’s innovative Submersible Elux LAB-ID features mechanical luminescence – without using a dynamo appeared first on Time+Tide Watches. The post Panerai’s innovative Submersible Elux LAB-ID features mechanical luminescence – without using a dynamo appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.

As Mike Stockton recently announced on Fratello, TAG Heuer has updated its large Aquaracer. The 43mm model got a 1mm downsize, new caliber, and new dial, among other changes. Mike did a great job describing all the changes but did not have the chance to try the new watches on. Since then, I have, so […] Visit Hands-On With The New TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 Date And GMT to read the full article.

Thanks to its bezel, as Dietmar W. Fuchs explains, the diver's watch is a much more versatile timepiece than many people think. Aside from teaching you how to use it on land, in the skies, and under water, here he answers the perennial question of who made the first true diver's watch: Blancpain, Rolex, or Panerai. The post The Diving Bezel: The Most Versatile Watch ‘Complication,’ Even if You are Not a Diver appeared first on Quill & Pad.