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With the whole watch world zooming in on Dubai for about a week and a half, it was expected there would be no shortage of captivating and fresh new watches being presented during Dubai Watch Week. And boy, the 2023 edition of what has become one of the most important fairs of the year did […]

Finally, a milestone birthday I can write about that I haven’t already surpassed. That said, 40 is only around the corner for me so I suppose this is more of a wish list than it should be (I’ve made sure to leave my browser open so my wife sees it). The big four-o is a … Continued The post 10 of the best 40th birthday gift watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post 10 of the best 40th birthday gift watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

40 is a significant milestone for many, and what better way to mark it than with a watch? The post 10 of the best 40th birthday gift watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post 10 of the best 40th birthday gift watches appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Is this a difficult story to write as a watch journalist? Yes. But the intriguing thought of selling off everything and starting fresh is immensely tempting nonetheless. And as I am in the middle of a consolidating process before the holiday season, the exercise is needed. I would very much enjoy building the perfect watch […] Visit Building The Perfect Watch Collection With €25,000 — Thor’s Picks From Grand Seiko, Kurono Tokyo, Zenith, And Perhaps Vacheron to read the full article.

Titanium build, 200 metres of water resistance and great lume - for less than A$500. 'Nuff said. The post Boldr’s Rally SRW – a driver’s watch with a hint of regatta timer? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Boldr’s Rally SRW – a driver’s watch with a hint of regatta timer? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

When it comes to perpetuating the values of Haute Horlogerie, longstanding brands like Breguet, Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Vacheron Constantin never let us down. It’s thanks to such brands and their persistence that mechanical watchmaking is at the high level that it is right now, and many of them will keep developing new technology […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: A. Lange & Söhne Odysseus Chronograph Vs. Grönefeld 1941 Grönograaf to read the full article.

Once in a while on the collector forums, a question is posed: is there anyone in the collector community who has never, ever, owned a Rolex? As a general rule, respondents to these queries tend to express disbelief that such a creature could possibly exist given the quality and ubiquity of the brand’s watches. Well, folks, GaryG is here to tell you that such people do exist, and that he is one of them. How could it be? And then what happened? The post Why I’ve Never Owned A Rolex – And Why I Might Yet (Update: I Do Now!) – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Bamford Watch Department teams up with Franck Muller and Peanuts for their second collaborative limited edition, a snowy take on the Crazy Hours. The post Franck Muller & Bamford Watch Department debut a snowy Snoopy Crazy Hours sequel appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Franck Muller & Bamford Watch Department debut a snowy Snoopy Crazy Hours sequel appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

When is a visit to New York City not a visit to New York City? Answer: When you follow this expert, Italian-flavored advice given to us by the staff at the New York Casa Panerai boutique. Abbondanza!

“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: Rebecca Struthers, The Abyss Returns to Theaters, and “Honest Vintage” at Sotheby’s appeared first on Worn & Wound.

After last week's Dubai Watch Week madness, you would think there would be a bit of a slowdown in terms of watch releases - but you would be dead wrong! The post New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

After last week's Dubai Watch Week madness, you would think there would be a bit of a slowdown in terms of watch releases - but you would be dead wrong! The post New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post New releases from Ollech & Wajs, Girard-Perregaux, Panerai and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

What if you were given £10,000/$13,00 to spend on creating a new collection? With a hypothetical wish list, what would you buy? Raman Kalra shares his suggestions and why. The post Suggestions for a 3-Watch Collection for £10,000/$13,000 appeared first on Quill & Pad.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors The Longines Legend Diver is a modernized version of the super compressor dive watches that Longines produced from the late 1950s through the early ’70s. The watch has been a flagship offering for the brand for the past decade and a half. The latest iteration now comes in a 39mm case, with a new beads of rice [...] The post New: Longines Legend Diver 39mm appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Seiko continues to treat Australian fans with yet another special edition, this time focused on the azure seas of the Whitsunday Islands. The post Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Seiko’s Prospex Whitsunday SPB429J is a Sumo with summer-ready colours appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Brands that share their backstories and celebrate their history, particularly with public exhibitions and museums, serve to inspire the next generation of watch enthusiasts. Here is one such story. If you’ve ever seen a vintage watch and been completely mesmerized, I’m sure that this story will strike a chord. It is no surprise that we […] Visit Acquiring A Taste For Vintage — A ZRC Diver Once Owned By A Member Of The French Air Force to read the full article.

Nowadays, F1 drivers are focused on F1 and F1 only, apart from the odd adventure Fernando Alonso undertook in 2017 as he entered the Indy 500 and allowed Jenson Button to take his place for the Monaco Grand Prix. Decades ago though, drivers would compete in multiple races on a single race weekend, all for […]

Welcome to the second semifinal match of Fratello’s Seiko World Cup. Five Seiko divers have been eliminated so far, while three others remain to face their next opponent. Today, G2’s SBBN011 “Darth Tuna” battles RJ’s SBDX001 “MM300.” Both watches have iconic status, so we expect it to be a tough fight. Will the MM300 design […] Visit Seiko World Cup: Group 2 Semifinal — G2’s SBBN011 “Darth Tuna” Vs. RJ’s SBDX001 “MM300” to read the full article.

Depth matters. And as experienced divers often like to go deep for as long as possible, decompression is a serious issue. The problem with mechanical depth gauges on watches is that they are usually either precise at depth (but not in the 12-meter decompression zone) or in the decompression zone (but not at depth). Dietmar Fuchs takes a deep dive into mechanical depth gauge watches and shares his thoughts and experiences here. The post A Comprehensive Look at Mechanical Depth Gauge Watches – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Whether it's artisanal quality or the makings of an industrial powerhouse, China can no longer be ignored when it comes to horological significance. The post These 7 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post These 7 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.