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DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Last month, we wrote an article to highlight some of the sub-S$2,000 watches that one would like to consider adding into one’s watch collection. This week, we decided to up the ante a little more, with watches from the mid-tier luxury category. While there are no hard and fast rules as to what constitutes a [...] The post Building the collection: Six modestly priced mid-tier luxury watches to consider for your collection appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Editor’s note:  Due to the nature of the subject matter, the following story contains lots of swear words and wilfully offensive language. If you’re offended by bad language maybe give it a miss. “Unwashed Cock Olympics! It’s 6:00am.” That’s the sort of thing you get on the Twitter account that is Swear Clock  (@swearclock).  When it … Continued The post The weird rise of ‘swear clocks’ – the world’s most potty-mouthed ways of telling the time appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The weird rise of ‘swear clocks’ – the world’s most potty-mouthed ways of telling the time appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

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A grail watch can be pretty much anything. But one thing a grail watch always is is personal. Very personal. Martin Green was introduced to his personal grail watch by a close friend who had recently treated himself to a new watch: a pre-Collection Privée Cartier Paris Louis Cartier Tank in platinum. Here's the story of how Martin got his grail. The post What’s It Like To Get Your Grail Watch And Live With It? The Story Of My Louis Cartier Tank – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Whoever has experienced traversing the globe (by plane, train or automobile) while wearing a mechanical timepiece has at one point run into the drawbacks of regular time-only watches. It can tell the time in one location only, which is useless for identifying the time of day or night of your loved ones back home. Luckily, […]

Against a backdrop of ringing cowbells, Longines billboards, and soaring peaks, Canada’s Jack Crawford takes up his position at the starting gate. He is only moments from dropping into the downhill course at Lake Louise, where he will plunge 800 meters, approaching speeds of up to 130 kilometers per hour. Months of pre-season training led […] Visit Wasn’t That A Party? — Longines And The FIS Lake Louise Alpine World Cup to read the full article.

Editor’s Note: While it has been a few years since the debut of the calibre, to this day the Grand Seiko calibre 9SA5, and its performance and aesthetic, is constantly a point of conversation on all forums touching on the brand. But, who better to get a take on the 9SA5 from than an incredibly talented independent … Continued The post That time we asked an independent watchmaker why the Grand Seiko 9SA5 caliber is so remarkable appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post That time we asked an independent watchmaker why the Grand Seiko 9SA5 caliber is so remarkable appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

It’s no secret that we’re falling back in love with dress watches here at Fratello lately. Maybe it’s because we’re getting tired of the constant barrage of new tool watches, or maybe it’s simply because the holiday season and occasions to dress up are quickly approaching. Regardless, dress watches are on our minds these days, […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: A Two-Handed Battle — Breguet Classique 5157 Vs. A. Lange & Söhne Saxonia Thin to read the full article.

With the evolution of modern ladies’ watches has come an evolution of quality. Today it is not just about downsizing existing men’s models. Nor is it only about design, bling, or glossy luxury. It is all about watchmaking, great watchmaking! Here are six predominantly female watches that Łukasz Doskocz would wear. With pride. The post 6 Ladies Watches That Any Man Might Wear – And That This Man Would Definitely Wear – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

While Vacheron Constantin’s contribution to the watch world has mostly been focused on the Overseas and the newly re-introduced 222, the Geneva-based maker has quietly refreshed a highly complicated model. First released in platinum in 2016, and then pink gold a year later, it’s been five years since we saw the last update to the … Continued The post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph is a salmon-dialled beauty appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: The Vacheron Constantin Traditionnelle Perpetual Calendar Chronograph is a salmon-dialled beauty appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

GaryG was unable to attend the November 2022 Geneva watch auctions, but like many of his friends he followed online. Here he takes a look at the results from the “big three” auction houses – Phillips, Christie’s, and Sotheby’s – to discern some patterns and provide knowledgeable commentary. The post What Recession? Reflecting On The Geneva Watch Auctions Of November 2022 appeared first on Quill & Pad.

“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: Reaching New Depths with the Ocean+ App, Celebrating 50 Years of Porsche Design, Indiana Jones Returns, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

World timers used to be the realm of the super-wealthy, but brands like Frederique Constant are out to change that.

When you think of watchmaking today, you likely immediately think of Swiss watchmaking. But, to give credit where it is rightfully due, British watchmakers are largely responsible for major escapement designs and many watchmaking innovations over the centuries. Test your knowledge on the subject below. Be warned, it is definitely of advanced difficulty for those … Continued The post Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #28 “British Innovations in Watchmaking” appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Time+Tide Weekend Watch Crossword: #28 “British Innovations in Watchmaking” appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

You know that large decorative sock over the hearth? We came up with the novel idea of stuffing it with small goodies.

Hopping on the World Cup hype to feature a trio of fun, weird soccer timers from matches past.

Our buddy Mark Cho, champion of classic menswear and astute watch collector, has decided to let go part of his massive collection at Phillips’ “The Beauty in Everything” single owner online auction that’s running from 30 November to 6 December. Wei speaks with Mark about why he is parting with some of his treasured timepieces, […] The post Zooming in with Mark Cho About Phillips’ “The Beauty in Everything” Auction appeared first on Revolution.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors Nomos Glashütte supports the 50th anniversary of Médecins Sans Frontières or Doctors Without Borders with a new Tangente 38. The maison will donate EUR 100 for every watch sold. Press Release information with commentary in italics. New: NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 38 for Doctors Without Borders The new NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 38 for Doctors Without Borders. Limited Edition of [...] The post New: NOMOS Glashütte Tangente 38 for Doctors Without Borders appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

When modern watch lovers think of the wandering hours complication, most would immediately think of Urwerk that has largely focused on the complication since the brand’s founding in 1997. As a result, we associate the style of wandering hours with a future-forward nature – and I cannot fault this sort of thinking. There is something … Continued The post The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post The AP Starwheel is not new, but is the new take better than the OG? appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.