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It’s well-known that between 1975 and 1985, the Swiss watch industry collapsed and its chances of survival looked slim. Many manufacturers went bust or were forced to join larger conglomerates. The primary cause of the disruption was, of course, the innovation of electronic quartz movements. On Christmas day, 1969, Seiko released the Astron, the first-ever … Continued The post VIDEO: How Audemars Piguet used the quartz crisis to refine their brand vision appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post VIDEO: How Audemars Piguet used the quartz crisis to refine their brand vision appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Halloween, a word contracted from "All Hallow's Eve," is a predominately American celebration whose traditions come from late nineteenth-century Celtic origins. And along comes a modern mechanical time-telling spider in celebration, the MB&F Arachnophobia: a realistic-looking arachnid made of metal and other materials traditionally used in watchmaking. Look upon it if you dare! The post Halloween Heartbeat: MB&F Arachnophobia – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

One of the most classical displays in watchmaking is the time-only watch with small seconds. Originating from the early days of watchmaking, more specifically pocket watchmaking, this display shows only hours, minutes and seconds. But that doesn’t mean such a watch should be considered boring. Quite the opposite in fact, as there is a real […]

Like reuniting with an old crush, Vacheron Constantin is tempting me with its new Overseas Chronograph in pink gold with a blue dial. My exposure to this harmonious mix of dial and case material stretches back to 2020 when I met the gorgeous Perpetual Calendar Ultra-Thin model in person. This week, Vacheron Constantin renders this […] Visit Why The New Pink Gold Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph Is Reigniting An Old Flame to read the full article.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors With the demise of Watchville, yes, it is being withdrawn as of tomorrow, October 31, 2022, we are now on Watchicity, a new but similar platform by our friends over at Watchonista. Here is the announcement at Watchonista, for the full details of the story. And we are very happy to be a part of [...] The post We are now on Watchicity! appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

It’s that time again! There’s no moment to relax for two of our writers on Sunday mornings. As you all know by now, Fratello team members battle it out in our Sunday Morning Showdown series. Ultimately, you, our wonderful readers, have the final say on who wins. This week, Nacho and Jorg go up against […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: Yema Superman 500 GMT Vs. Serica 8315 GMT Chronomètre to read the full article.

What is a field watch? What is a diver? Those two questions can be answered in so many ways, depending on who you ask. Yet, there are instances when the answers to such questions are highly defined and set in stone. Such is the case when dealing with Mil-Spec watches. Mil- Spec, short for military … Continued The post Attention! Bausele goes US Army Mil-Spec with their latest creation appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Attention! Bausele goes US Army Mil-Spec with their latest creation appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Elizabeth took a look back at the meaning of time in the early seasons of 'The Walking Dead,' where the show's creators appear to take time and timepieces seriously. And don't worry, there are no spoilers and no zombies, just a lot of fun. The post When The Zombie Apocalypse Strikes, What Do You Do? Watches Of ‘The Walking Dead’ – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Certina have always had a way of flying under the radar for a myriad of reasons, but this new concept from the Swiss brand has marked them out as utterly unique among their peers. The concept of a modular wristwatch has been around for a little while, occasionally cropping up with microbrands and other Kickstarter … Continued The post The Certina DS+ is a shapeshifting innovation that lets you switch watch cases with zero fuss appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The Certina DS+ is a shapeshifting innovation that lets you switch watch cases with zero fuss appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

The 2022 GPHG Artistic Crafts finalists include some unique pieces, some small series pieces, and one comparatively large-volume piece (of 100 examples) by a bigger producer. All are beautiful and rare in their decorations, which include guilloche, engraving, enamel work, miniature painting, wood marquetry, gem setting, and Japanese lacquer work. So how did our peanut gallery vote? The post Our Predictions In The Artistic Crafts Category Of The 2022 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève (GPHG): We Have A Majority Winner appeared first on Quill & Pad.

With the 2022 edition of the GPHG awards approaching, I decided it was time to see how well you remember some of last years winners. Find out in this weeks crossword below. The post Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #25 “GPHG 2021 Winners” appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #25 “GPHG 2021 Winners” 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: Ken Block Returns In Electrikhana, Unpublished Apollo 11 Photos, James Brand’s Palmer Utility Knife, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Ralph Lauren is pleased to announce its newest addition to the Polo Collection of timepieces with the introduction of Polo Vintage 67. A tribute to Ralph Lauren’s passion for timepieces from the early 1920’s and 1930’s, the Polo Vintage 67 captures the Designer’s desire to produce beautiful timepieces with a well-defined character and an enduring [...] The post New Release: Polo Ralph Lauren Polo Vintage 67 appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

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Chinese watchmaking has been getting an increasing amount of recognition, and deservedly so, with CIGA Design seemingly leading this expansion. First being awarded the Challenge Watch Prize at the 2021 edition of the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève, the brand has once again been recognised for their achievements, this time by another important Swiss institution, … Continued The post The GPHG-winning CIGA Design Blue Planet inducted into Geneva’s Musée d’Art et d’Histoire appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The GPHG-winning CIGA Design Blue Planet inducted into Geneva’s Musée d’Art et d’Histoire appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.