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When the hammer came down at the Phillips auction and GaryG became the new owner of an A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon, the feeling was one of complete joy, representing the culmination of a multiyear chase. What makes this particular watch so special in so many ways to him? The post Why I Bought It: A. Lange & Söhne Pour Le Mérite Tourbillon – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Regardless of whether you’re actually going to the jungle of South America, the Australian outback or perhaps even the peak of Mt Everest, it’s always comforting to know your watch is up to the task. Recently, we’ve seen an impressive number of cool and stylish adventure-ready watches, all perfectly suited to tackle at least the […]

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Breguet doesn't do sporty too often, but when they do, it's in their distinct style, and the Marine 5527 shows off this approach. The post This sporty Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527 is unburdened by dive watch aesthetics appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post This sporty Breguet Marine Chronographe 5527 is unburdened by dive watch aesthetics appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Most of the time, when we talk about horology, we describe watches. Less often do we discuss the brands and their founders. And even less often do we talk about brands that solely focus on making straps. Perhaps this is because straps are accessories. A bit like a cover band at a concert, they’re not […] Visit Strap Check: An Introduction To The Innovative World Of RSM Watch Straps to read the full article.

The AVI-8 AV-4108 Dambuster pays tribute to the 80th anniversary of the Dambuster Raids of 1943. It’s a followup to their Dambuster chronograph which has nearly sold out. £17 from each sale will go directly to helping people through the Royal British Legion’s poppy appeal. It’s safe to say that AVI-8 as a brand are … Continued The post AVI-8 mark the 80th anniversary of 617 Squadron and Operation Chastise with the AV-4108 Dambuster appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post AVI-8 mark the 80th anniversary of 617 Squadron and Operation Chastise with the AV-4108 Dambuster appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Another Sunday, another showdown! This time, we are covering watches for globetrotters. This is the battle of the sporty steel-bezel GMTs, the Rolex Explorer II versus the Grand Seiko Evolution 9 GMT. Jorg will defend the Japanese contender, and Thomas will take the Swiss corner. If you are in the market for a high-end steel […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Rolex Explorer II Vs. Grand Seiko Evolution 9 GMT to read the full article.

IWC is a brand with a rich history, and it is in the fortunate position that each of its collections has an almost equal share in building this history. The Da Vinci Perpetual Calendar, developed by IWC's master watchmaker Kurt Klaus, was a horological revolution. And from it came this elegant Portofino variation of the 1990s. The post IWC Portofino Perpetual Calendar Reference 3541: An Oft-Forgotten Eternal Gem – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Grand Seiko has just launched three new U.S exclusive midsize 44GS references at their GS9 Club USA event. The post The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Grand Seiko 36.5mm 44GS range expands with three new U.S. exclusive references (SBGW309, SBGW311, SBGW313) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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The SS Warrimoo would be long forgotten but for an unusual story of how the ship managed to navigate to a position in which it simultaneously existed in four different hemispheres and two different centuries. Ian Skellern shares the ships story here. The post Time Travel at Sea: How the SS Warrimoo was in Two Different Days, Two Different Months, Two Different Years, Two Different Seasons, and Two Different Centuries – All at the Same Time! appeared first on Quill & Pad.

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The often disruptive yet always artful folks at Jacob & Co. recently released a rare, perfectly blended Scotch with some help from street artist and DJ Alec Monopoly.

“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. This week’s […] The post Watches, Stories, & Gear: the Citizen Promaster Skyhawk, a Guide to Fall Camping, and the New York Times Covers the Marathon appeared first on Worn & Wound.

What makes a watch even more exclusive? One factor is the finishes lavished on its movement, especially if they’re handcrafted. A. Lange & Söhne decorates especially beautifully. In this visit to the WatchTime Archives, we a look at the ...

This week sees a superstar athlete's first signature watch with a major watch brand, an iconic Japanese artist being enamelled on the back of an everlasting icon and even Homer Simpson's favourite food making its way onto a Swatch. The post New releases from Breitling, JLC, Swatch and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post New releases from Breitling, JLC, Swatch and more appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

A few months ago, I traveled to Fortis in Grenchen, Switzerland, and sat down with CEO Jupp Philipp to talk about watches. Jupp bought the Fortis company back in 2018, and during our talk, he explained how his journey with watches began. In the watch industry, a person like Jupp Philipp is quite a rare […] Visit Fortis Talks: Fratello’s RJ Meets Fortis’s Jupp to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Singer in partnership with GMt Publishings and the Fine Watch Club creates something completely new and creative that has not been done in the chronograph’s world before: The Flytrack Cocktail Timer. New: Singer Flytrack Cocktail Timer Press release with commentary in italics. Commentary The Singer Reimagined Flytrack Cocktail Timer is a limited edition chronograph watch [...] The post New: Singer Flytrack Cocktail Timer appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

This is one of the most important yet underappreciated parts of a watch: the crown. The humble crown has played an extensive role in helping Rolex – and the rest of the watch industry – get to where it is today. Here's why. The post Here’s Why The Crown is the Unsung Hero of Watchmaking (and Why Rolex Wears The Crown) – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.