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It’s time for another one-man show in the Sunday Morning Showdown. This week, it’ll be a little different, a little more into the nitty-gritty. It does, of course, feature two different watches, but some people might not even see the difference between these two Rolex Explorer models. I do, though, and they drive me nuts. […] Visit Sunday Morning Showdown: The Old 36mm Rolex Explorer 114270 Vs. The New Rolex Explorer 124270 to read the full article.

Seems it wasn’t that long ago that GaryG wrote his first “Objects of Desire” article about the watches of Robert Greubel and Stephen Forsey, finishing with the sentiment that given the prices of their watches that he was unlikely to be able to buy any of the ones he truly lusted after anytime soon. Gary’s observation at the time was “go big or go home.” As you see, he ended up going big and is now the proud owner of a Greubel Forsey Invention Piece 1. The post Why I Bought It: Greubel Forsey Invention Piece 1 – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Having produced watches under the names Felca and Felco throughout the 1920s to ‘50s, the brand morphed into the more modern-sounding Titoni in the slick age of the 1960s and ‘70s. Although it’s extremely difficult to find original examples of them that haven’t been refurbished or frankensteined into other parts, the first generations of the … Continued The post HANDS-ON: The Titoni Airmaster delivers classic vibes and a dial in ‘glacier turquoise’ appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post HANDS-ON: The Titoni Airmaster delivers classic vibes and a dial in ‘glacier turquoise’ 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: Off-Road Supercars, Learning from a Master Watchmaker, Goodbye to the Leap Second, & More appeared first on Worn & Wound.

The Tutima M2 Coastline nods to the brand's military ties with a modern titanium field watch.

While it is always interesting to see what the rarest of watches do at auctions, scant few can afford such bidding wars. That doesn't necessarily mean that the only other option is eBay, as Fellows highlights with its The Luxury Watch Sale. The post “The Luxury Watch Sale” Fellows November Auction: Tempting Offers Spanning All Price Ranges appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Editor’s note: The holiday season is upon us, which means it may be the time you are looking to buy a watch – whether as a gift for yourself or for a family member, friend or that special someone in your life. To make your life easier, the Time+Tide team has come together with their favourite picks at … Continued The post T+T Holiday Picks: The best watches to gift for $1,000 – $3,000 (2022 edition) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post T+T Holiday Picks: The best watches to gift for $1,000 – $3,000 (2022 edition) appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

A race car is a work of art, and so too are the watches they inspire.

Watch Brothers London is not merely a retail platform for pre-owned watches of the highest quality but an outlet for founder Ben to share his passion. His vision is to build a community around this shared passion and the collective knowledge of the world of watches through reference quality articles and guides. It was through […] The post Zooming in with Ben Dunn from Watch Brothers London on Grail Watch 2 appeared first on Revolution.

The SKX007 may be discontinued, but there's so much out there worth discussing.

DEPLOYANT - The watch magazine for collectors, by collectors RGM celebrates Yellowstone National Park’s 150th Anniversary (1872-2022) with a new Model 25 with cloisonne enamelo dial. Press Release information with commentary in italics. New: RGM Model 25 Yellowstone National Park The Model 25 watches have an American-made case inspired by our larger Pennsylvania series watches. The case has ribbed sides, a beautifully contoured bezel, and [...] The post New: RGM Model 25 Yellowstone National Park appeared first on DEPLOYANT.

Platinum is the acceptable form of heavy metal. The reason for this isn’t just down to the lack of spandex trousers and apocalyptic imagery. It’s simply hard not to be seduced by a platinum watch. Here is the ultimate stealth-wealth material that visually offers the discretion of stainless-steel. And yet pick up a watch like … Continued The post Platinum status: The psychological reason why we think heavy watches are more valuable appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post Platinum status: The psychological reason why we think heavy watches are more valuable appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

Day one for the Zenith Chronomaster Sport was January 21, 2021. And it seemed like everyone had the same reaction: “That is one aggressive Rolex tribute.” Tim Mosso thinks that the Chronomaster Sport is a distinctive product with its own identity and takes a look here at how it stacks up against the ever-popular Rolex Cosmograph Daytona. The post Rolex Cosmograph Daytona Vs. Zenith Chronomaster Sport: Head To Head – Reprise appeared first on Quill & Pad.

Recently, I spent some time with the redesigned Squale 1545 on my wrist. I am a long-time admirer of Squale, and I even own two of the brand’s watches. The 1545 collection, however, was never really in my sights. It was a bit too deep in homage territory for my liking. I am happy to […] Visit Hands-On: The New Squale 1545 — Stepping Out Of The Shadows to read the full article.

We took a look at Harley Davidson’s last few traditional Sportsters last year and how remarkably old-school they were. Since 1986, the air-cooled Evo V-twins have barely changed and aren’t much different than the Ironhead engines that preceded them (going back to 1957). You’d be hard-pressed to find more traditional motorcycles on showroom floors in […]

To me, it seems that Breitling has managed a difficult balancing act through the strong leadership of Georges Kern. The winged B still appeals to lovers of big watches, that’s for sure. With 43 and 46mm examples of the new Navitimer and SuperOcean together with the light Endurance Pro, big wrist presence is assured. But […] Visit Breitling Steps Up Its Game With Three Premier B21 Chronograph Tourbillon Models to read the full article.

Originally creating bespoke watches for clients one at a time, Speake-Marin established a unique style that guarantees curiosity when spotted on the wrist. Their cult following has subsequently warranted the release of a production range of Speake-Marin watches with limited-edition allure. The Speake-Marin Dual Time Lime is a dose of haute-luxury in a package unlike many … Continued The post VIDEO: The Speake-Marin Dual Time Lime fuses traditional elegance with sporty zing appeared first on Time and Tide Watches. The post VIDEO: The Speake-Marin Dual Time Lime fuses traditional elegance with sporty zing appeared first on Time and Tide Watches.

One of the most important yet underappreciated parts of a watch is 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.

It’s the 60th anniversary of the James Bond movies this year. Last September, the Omega Seamaster 300M No Time To Die that Daniel Craig wore in the movie fetched a whopping £226,800 at Christie’s. Thankfully, though, you don’t need to bring £226,800 to call yourself the owner of a watch identical to the one worn […] Visit Pre-Owned Spotlight: Vintage And Modern James Bond Watches Starting At Under €1K to read the full article.

In preparation for winter, nothing beats a good pair of Rossignol 1907 Chamonix Alpine Boots to keep you warm and dry and looking like a million bucks as if you just came down from the slopes in Chamonix, Gstaad, or St. Moritz. Rossignol is a brand that was born in the French Alps in 1907 and is truly an icon of the past and a symbol of the present. If you know, you know, and if you know anything about skiing, Après-ski, and the proper gear for it, these boots are a must-have this season.