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After obtaining a Delta Dolce Vita Oversized at the conclusion of his Italian period, Martin Green was a very happy man. The pen served him very well, and he was in love with the looks as well as the writing experience. And while Martin wasn't looking for a replacement pen, it happened anyway . . . with some very famous brands. Read the third part of his writing instrument odyssey here. The post My Quest for My Ultimate Fountain Pen Part 3: The Luxury Brand Period – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

On the heels of Frederique Constant’s recently released tourbillon in rose gold come two new limited editions featuring the same complication, this time in steel. Further democratizing what is normally a high-end complication is nothing new for Frederique Constant, and these two pieces may be more compelling than their predecessor. As enthusiasts, we tend to […] Visit A Closer Look At The New Frederique Constant Classic Tourbillon Manufacture In Steel to read the full article.

We’re closing out the Baltic launch week with a bit of an overview of the French brand. Baltic’s founder, Etienne Malec, is a long-time watch fan, inheriting the bug from his father, a photographer and collector, leaving behind a suitcase of hundreds of iconic pieces – Seamasters, Navitimers, El Primeros and more. With such a … Continued The post Everything you need to know about French independent Baltic appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Everything you need to know about French independent Baltic appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

As another week comes to an end, the time for Sunday Morning Showdown is here. This week, it’s a battle between two titanium dive watches from two of the most popular watch brands. Titanium watches have been around for decades, but they’ve recently enjoyed a resurgence in popularity. Many brands have joined in by releasing […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Titanium Vs. Omega Seamaster 300M Bond Titanium to read the full article.

At Watches and Wonders 2022, Martin Green was impressed with the Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860 Officer, a striking watch with a yellow gold case and a forest-green dial. So he made a little video for Instagram that went viral. Here he explains why. The post Chopard L.U.C XPS 1860 Officer: Classically Cool In Yellow Gold – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin finds use for recycled aluminium and coffee grounds from Nespresso capsules. You can even see flecks of coffee running throughout the rubber strap. The Hublot Greenbox is also being introduced, which will house all Hublot’s future collections. Recycled materials have been appearing more and more in Swiss luxury … Continued The post Like coffee? The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is made from it… appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Like coffee? The Hublot Big Bang Unico Nespresso Origin is made from it… 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: Topo Designs Adds an Array of Funky Multi-Purpose Packs, Pushing Bodily Limits in a McMurtry Spéirling, & a Couple of Versatile Gerber EDC Tools appeared first on Worn & Wound.

It will surprise nobody that over the last 5 years certain steel sports watches have taken off in terms of popularity and become practically impossible to buy at an authorized retailer. However, fear not as there is still a unicorn out there that has not captured broader attention (yet): the Girard-Perregaux Laureato. The post Girard-Perregaux Laureato: The Underappreciated Royal Oak Substitute? appeared first on Quill & Pad.

While Switzerland is regarded as the high-end watchmaking epicentre, it wasn’t always so. Along with many English watchmakers, it was France that led the way in making strides in chronometric invention. In the late 18th century, Paris was home to three historical greats – Abraham-Louis Breguet, Ferdinand Berthoud, and Jean-Antonie Lépine, along with other notable … Continued The post The 10 best French watch brands from Baltic to Z.R.C. appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The 10 best French watch brands from Baltic to Z.R.C. appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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Announced with much fanfare, Fortis treated us to a revitalized series of pilot-focused tool watches in the middle of 2020. Although the brand has decades of airborne credentials to its name, the idea of a wholly rehauled Fortis Flieger line felt like an exciting and encouraging step for the Swiss proponent of purpose-led timekeepers. First […] Visit Introducing The Fortis Flieger F-43 Triple-GMT PC-7 TEAM Edition to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Vacheron Constantin and the Louvre Museum have been in partnership since 2019, celebrating beauty and a commitment to safeguarding and passing on heritage in all its forms. The partnership echoes the respective legacies of the two institutions, which share the same respect for history, culture, and heritage. In 2020, as part of its new “A [...] The post Vacheron Constantin and the Louvre Museum: A new Celebration of Heritage and Artistry appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

More often than not, when we engage with watches it is typically in a retail shop, watch fair or watch meetup. But the exhibition caseback of any watch brand is a visit to their manufacture. Visiting a manufacture is truly a window into the brand, and not just in the behind-the-scenes sense of seeing the … Continued The post Zach’s visit to the IWC manufacture in Schaffhausen reveals the importance of ‘IWC-manufactured’ appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Zach’s visit to the IWC manufacture in Schaffhausen reveals the importance of ‘IWC-manufactured’ appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

There are two ways to define a day: astronomically by measuring the time between midday to midday and by using a manmade clock. The difference between them is that the length of the former fluctuates while the latter remains fixed. As Ian Skellern explains, the same is true for the humble second. The post The Humble Second: We Can Now Measure It To Incredible Precision, It’s Continually Fluctuating, It’s Getting Longer, And It’s Stuck In 1957. All Because Of The Moon – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

What if you like a watch but you dislike the brand that made it? There’s a light-hearted question to ponder this Saturday morning. We all have watch brands that are close to our hearts as well as some that are really not. We know it doesn’t matter in the big picture, but some brands tend […] Visit What If You Like A Watch From A Brand That You Don’t? to read the full article.

Picture this; you’re driving along in your sports car and pull up to the light next to someone in a typical modern muscle car, a Dodge Challenger for the sake of the story. You look over, lock eyes with the other driver and both of you immediately know what’s about to happen. You look up, […]

Why do watch fans love a good historical reissue? I can think of two reasons. First off, horological history has such a deep trove of interesting, important references to draw from, with a ton of classic models and innovative designs waiting to be discovered by new generations of fans. Secondly, they’re cool as hell, and … Continued The post HANDS ON: The new Accutron Astronaut Bulova Lunar Pilot models celebrate their place in the space race appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS ON: The new Accutron Astronaut Bulova Lunar Pilot models celebrate their place in the space race appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

While microbrands offer tremendous value for €500 or less, things become more interesting if we stretch the budget to €1,000. The microbrand sweet spot seems to be between €500 and €1,000 for most brands I know of. In this price range, we get better movements and finishing, more originality, and even a few surprises. I […] Visit The Top 5 Microbrand Watches Under €1,000 In 2023 to read the full article.

Designing a new Calatrava may be one of the most difficult tasks a watch designer can be given. As a benchmark model in the dress watch arena, anything less than perfect is unacceptable. The new Reference 6119 highlights the fact that the Calatrava is capable of both changing and remaining true to its roots as Martin Green explains here. The post Patek Philippe Calatrava Reference 6119: Dressed For Success – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

A watch is a timeless gift that your mom can cherish and use for years to come, making it a thoughtful and practical choice for Mother’s Day. The Windup Watch Shop is an excellent place to find a wide variety of unique and stylish items, making it easy to find something that fits into your […] The post Great Mother’s Day Picks From The Windup Watch Shop appeared first on Worn & Wound.