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The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Buying Guides

10.12.24

The best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Some of the most refreshing dials to look at on the market today.

Video

10.12.24

Andrew unboxes his Toledano & Chan B/1

The Toledano & Chan B/1 this is worth at least 50% more than when it was released. Luckily, Andrew was able to get one before…

Best gift watches under $500, from sturdy stocking stuffers to retro throwbacks

Buying Guides

09.12.24

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Best gift watches under $500, from sturdy stocking stuffers to retro throwbacks

Just in time for the holidays, we pick the best gift watches under $500.

The RVNDSGN M1 is a welcome challenge to assumptions about minimalism

Micro Mondays

09.12.24

The RVNDSGN M1 is a welcome challenge to assumptions about minimalism

From the mind of internationally acclaimed designer Zach Raven, this intriguing minimalist watch offers space-age looks at a reasonable price.

Did Timex sneakily release some of the most affordable stone dials in the Q collection?

Introducing

09.12.24

Did Timex sneakily release some of the most affordable stone dials in the Q collection?

With stone dials making so much noise, how did these handsome, affordable pieces slip under our radars?

6 of the best jump hour watches that make time-telling easier and cooler

Buying Guides

08.12.24

6 of the best jump hour watches that make time-telling easier and cooler

Complicate the movement to simplify time-telling.

Citizen celebrates the Promaster Collection’s 35th anniversary with three distinct limited editions

Hands On

08.12.24

Citizen celebrates the Promaster Collection’s 35th anniversary with three distinct limited editions

The Japanese brand celebrates a major milestone with three different Promasters each representing a distinct environment: Sea, Land and Air.

New releases from Parmigiani Fleurier, MB&F, Zenith and more

Last Week in Watches

08.12.24

New releases from Parmigiani Fleurier, MB&F, Zenith and more

This week saw a whole host of releases from every corner of the industry as we enter the final month of the year and gift…

The Nomos Club Sport Neomatik is now available in a 34mm size

Introducing

07.12.24

The Nomos Club Sport Neomatik is now available in a 34mm size

The minimalist brand has taken its sporty line down a size to appeal to even more with the new Club Sport Neomatik 34.

What influence do Japanese collectors still have on the industry?

Opinion

07.12.24

What influence do Japanese collectors still have on the industry?

Japan is heralded as a place for amazing vintage watches and red-hot independent brands. But where does Japan's love of watches come from?

Introducing

07.12.24

Hanhart tugs at its fans’ vintage heartstrings with the 415 ES, bringing back the winged logo

Hanhart explores some lesser-known history, and brings back a taste of the 1960s.

Why modern finishing is often just a poor excuse for lack of detail

Opinion

06.12.24

Why modern finishing is often just a poor excuse for lack of detail

Here is how to do "modern" finishing right.

Andrew and Justin Hast host a night with the new blue dial IWC Ingenieur

Friday Wind Down

06.12.24

Andrew and Justin Hast host a night with the new blue dial IWC Ingenieur

Andrew and Justin hosted a night dedicated to the new blue dial Ingenieur Automatic 40 at IWC's Battersea Power Station boutique in London earlier this…

Hublot and Samuel Ross complete a trinity of collaborations at Miami Art Week

Introducing

06.12.24

Hublot and Samuel Ross complete a trinity of collaborations at Miami Art Week

Samuel Ross' latest collab with Hublot brings carbon into the fray for the first time.

You can now buy Christopher Ward in our London Watch Discovery Studio!

In The Shop

06.12.24

You can now buy Christopher Ward in our London Watch Discovery Studio!

Christopher Ward enters the world of retail for the first time exclusively at the Time+Tide London Discovery Studio.

The Baltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze proves we’re not over the power of patina (live pics)

Introducing

06.12.24

The Baltic Hermétique Tourer Bronze proves we’re not over the power of patina (live pics)

Baltic brings back bronze.

Studio Underd0g and Wristcheck drop three uneggspected 01Series Chronographs that’ll make you crack a smile

Introducing

06.12.24

Studio Underd0g and Wristcheck drop three uneggspected 01Series Chronographs that’ll make you crack a smile

These egg-straordinary limited editions will no doubt have collectors scrambling to poach one for themselves. No flipping!

Omega debuts a new green Seamaster Diver 300M with a titanium and bronze gold case

Introducing

05.12.24

Omega debuts a new green Seamaster Diver 300M with a titanium and bronze gold case

This could be Andrew's favourite Seamaster 300M yet.

What is the Geneva Seal, and should you care about it?

Watch Education

05.12.24

What is the Geneva Seal, and should you care about it?

We delve into the famed certification of high-end watches, but also figure out whether the Geneva Seal actually matters.

Heuer Champions spearhead Sotheby’s Important Watches, with plenty of other heavy hitters and oddities

Auctions

05.12.24

Heuer Champions spearhead Sotheby’s Important Watches, with plenty of other heavy hitters and oddities

Steve McQueen's Heuer Monaco, a fresh Daytona John Player Special, and a couple of brass Journes.

TAG Heuer’s latest Formula 1 Chronograph celebrates Red Bull’s 20 years of F1 dominance

Introducing

04.12.24

TAG Heuer’s latest Formula 1 Chronograph celebrates Red Bull’s 20 years of F1 dominance

Decked out in Red Bull livery colours, this limited edition marks Red Bull Racing's 20th season in Formula 1.

Julien Tornare is getting hands on at Hublot

Interview

04.12.24

Julien Tornare is getting hands on at Hublot

The newly minted CEO of Hublot looks to enact change at the brand by being hands-on and getting stuck in as much as possible.

Mühle-Glashütte’s new Sportivo collection aims for sophisticated sporty versatility

Hands On

04.12.24

Mühle-Glashütte’s new Sportivo collection aims for sophisticated sporty versatility

One of Germany's most underrated watchmakers has gone for a particularly sporty take on a GADA watch.

Everything you need to know about Watches & Wonders 2025 – the brands, US$600 VIP passes

Events

04.12.24

Everything you need to know about Watches & Wonders 2025 – the brands, US$600 VIP passes

Watches and Wonders Geneva 2025 is set to be the biggest edition yet with 60 brands and new VIP pass

Why the TAG Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

The Icons

03.12.24

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Why the TAG Heuer Monaco is still the watch world’s ultimate square deal

The Heuer Monaco is still the watch world's ultimate square deal. And if it's good enough for Steve McQueen...

The best analogue watches for kids that could turn them into future watch nerds

Buying Guides

03.12.24

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The best analogue watches for kids that could turn them into future watch nerds

Digital watches are all well and good - and we love them! But if you want your kids to learn reading analogue time, start with…

Fratello and Czapek put the SXH7 on display with the Promenade Transparencies “Viridian Green”

Introducing

03.12.24

Fratello and Czapek put the SXH7 on display with the Promenade Transparencies “Viridian Green”

Czapek and Fratello join forces for a second collaboration.

A classic blue dial joins the IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 collection

Introducing

02.12.24

A classic blue dial joins the IWC Ingenieur Automatic 40 collection

A handsome addition to IWC's Genta-inspired sports collection.

The Áigi Satellite Ground Station II is a Nordic nod to our connection with space

Micro Mondays

02.12.24

The Áigi Satellite Ground Station II is a Nordic nod to our connection with space

An updated version of the Norwegian brand's original stellar offering, the Satellite Ground Station II offers out-of-this-world value.

Blok returns, and this time, it’s definitely not for kids

Introducing

01.12.24

Blok returns, and this time, it’s definitely not for kids

The brand that made a name for itself by making indestructible (and educational) watches for kids is letting adults in on the fun.

The most unique uses of lume in watchmaking

Lists

01.12.24

The most unique uses of lume in watchmaking

Lume isn't just a tool to help you read the time in the dark - it's also an avenue for creative expression.

Is that dial enamel, porcelain, ceramic, or all of the above?

Watch Education

01.12.24

Is that dial enamel, porcelain, ceramic, or all of the above?

Trying to tell the difference between a porcelain and enamel dial can be tricky, but there are a few key differences you need to know.

New releases from Farer, Voutilanen, Louis Erard and more

Last Week in Watches

01.12.24

New releases from Farer, Voutilanen, Louis Erard and more

This was a great week for independent watchmaking, where we had brands experimenting not just with colours but with case shapes, materials and techniques as…

The Time+Tide holiday gift guide: all the best gift ideas for watch enthusiasts

Buying Guides

30.11.24

The Time+Tide holiday gift guide: all the best gift ideas for watch enthusiasts

We've assembled a comprehensive list of gift recommendations for all sorts of watch lovers at all sorts of budgets.

Did you know one of Hamilton’s most beloved watches is technically a Frankenstein?

Interview

30.11.24

Did you know one of Hamilton’s most beloved watches is technically a Frankenstein?

Fans of Hamilton watches are grateful the brand made the Murph. But thanks are also owed to Harrison Ford and Conservation International.

CELEBRITY DEATHMATCH: Rolex Daytona Le Mans spotting – are you team white or yellow gold?

Pop Culture

30.11.24

CELEBRITY DEATHMATCH: Rolex Daytona Le Mans spotting – are you team white or yellow gold?

Four GOATs of their respective sports have all been spotted wearing what could very well become the GOAT Rolex Daytona.

Interview

30.11.24

Understanding Micromilspec: an interview with CEO Henrik Rye

Having branched out from producing watches exclusively for military units, Micromilspec is now ready to take on civilian life.

A week of celebrating photography: Time+Tide x Leica & Blancpain x Ocean Photographer of the Year

Friday Wind Down

29.11.24

A week of celebrating photography: Time+Tide x Leica & Blancpain x Ocean Photographer of the Year

Blancpain celebrates ocean photographers, and Time+Tide and Leica team up for an event on watches (and cameras, of course).

Dave Portnoy admits defeat, announces fire sale for Brick Watch Company, blaming “watch geeks” for its demise

News

29.11.24

Dave Portnoy admits defeat, announces fire sale for Brick Watch Company, blaming “watch geeks” for its demise

"Congrats to all the watch nerds. You beat me."

7 of the best Roman numeral watches that have all the classical elegance you’ll need

Buying Guides

29.11.24

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7 of the best Roman numeral watches that have all the classical elegance you’ll need

We look at the best watches using the most classic numeral design.

The Laine P37 reworks the Peseux 7001 and adorns it with stunning hand guilloché

Introducing

29.11.24

The Laine P37 reworks the Peseux 7001 and adorns it with stunning hand guilloché

Laine's smallest watch yet sports five different guilloché patterns.

The Type 9 continues a simplified chapter for Ressence

What We Wore

28.11.24

The Type 9 continues a simplified chapter for Ressence

Ressence introduces its most affordable and simple watch yet, with all the refinements that make it basic(ally perfect).

7 of the best ana-digi watches when you need the best of both worlds

Buying Guides

28.11.24

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7 of the best ana-digi watches when you need the best of both worlds

Non-traditional and utilitarian - here are our favourites.

Girard-Perregaux adds Sage Green & Midnight Blue to its steel 38mm Laureato

Introducing

27.11.24

Girard-Perregaux adds Sage Green & Midnight Blue to its steel 38mm Laureato

Common colours, distinct shades.

Amida brings back the groovy 1970s Digitrend for its 50th anniversary

Introducing

27.11.24

Amida brings back the groovy 1970s Digitrend for its 50th anniversary

Amida brings back a pseudo-digital display, incorporating a 1970s patent into a modern revival.

Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why

Watch Education

27.11.24

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Where and how you sell your watch matters, and this is why

Your watch is not always worth what you think. Depending on how you sell your watch, you might be surprised how much of the premium…

The most expensive Studio Underd0g ever at the last Pizza Party ever

Video

26.11.24

The most expensive Studio Underd0g ever at the last Pizza Party ever

We hosted the last ever pizza party last week, and in the process raised US$17,000 for charity thanks to the Pizza Unique auction.

An engraved Patek Philippe Nautilus sells for CHF 6.7 million, setting a new world record

Auctions

26.11.24

An engraved Patek Philippe Nautilus sells for CHF 6.7 million, setting a new world record

Sold at a charity auction, this Nautilus 5711/1500A in engraved stainless steel is officially the most expensive Nautilus of all time.

Introducing

26.11.24

The new Serica Parade offers a completely new look from the brand with more dressy tones

A new direction for Serica has the brand moving into dress watches with the Parisian brand's typical flair.

The Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph worships quartz with staggering value for money

Micro Mondays

25.11.24

The Hz Watches HZ.02 Chronograph worships quartz with staggering value for money

Minimal, elevated and unashamed of its meca-quartz movement, the HZ.02 Chronograph delivers on all possible aspects of value.

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Ceramic makes the material more attainable and stronger

Hands On

25.11.24

The Maurice Lacroix Aikon Ceramic makes the material more attainable and stronger

Sometimes it is just black and white.

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

Buying Guides

25.11.24

Rose gold watches that prove rosy tones can be for everyone

Rose gold can be the most overlooked of all precious metals, but it is extremely versatile, as this list proves.

Andrew races IWC CEO Chris Grainger-Herr through the Schaffhausen manufacture

Video

24.11.24

Andrew races IWC CEO Chris Grainger-Herr through the Schaffhausen manufacture

A visit to the IWC Schaffhausen manufacture reveals the design parallels between its watches and the building they are created within.

Why some metals are better than others: a reactivity guide

Watch Education

24.11.24

Why some metals are better than others: a reactivity guide

Understanding how your watch will age can be an important step in knowing how to look after it for years to come.

Introducing

24.11.24

The latest Breguet Blue Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077 is a reminder the brand is Holy Trinity level

Breguet adds a new ‘Breguet Blue’ configuration to its Tradition Chronographe Indépendant 7077 (first launched in 2015).

New releases from Breguet, Furlan Marri, Czapek and more

Last Week in Watches

24.11.24

New releases from Breguet, Furlan Marri, Czapek and more

Last week was packed with big releases, some of them unanimously appreciated by everyone, and others a bit more polarizing...

Watch Education

23.11.24

What is PVD? The definitive guide

PVD coating is taking over the industry and completely replacing old forms of plating, but do you actually know what it is?

The 5 best monopusher chronographs, for when two pushers is one too many

Buying Guides

23.11.24

The 5 best monopusher chronographs, for when two pushers is one too many

These days, monopusher chronographs are an anachronistic oddity - but they're still very cool.

Frederic Arnault reveals plan to increase Zenith movement production for use across all LVMH watch brands

News

23.11.24

Frederic Arnault reveals plan to increase Zenith movement production for use across all LVMH watch brands

LVMH watch brands stand to benefit from an increase in Zenith's movement production.

Our Studio Underd0g Pizza Unique sold for a record-breaking amount!

Friday Wind Down

23.11.24

Our Studio Underd0g Pizza Unique sold for a record-breaking amount!

Last night, we saw our London Discovery Studio transformed into a pizza parlor for what would prove to be a pizza party to remember.

10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

Buying Guides

22.11.24

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10 of the best stealth watches that fly under the radar

Luxury watches are associated with being flashy and flexed on the wrist, but stealth watches subtly ooze cool.

The Current State of the British Watch Industry – as told by those on the inside

In Depth

22.11.24

The Current State of the British Watch Industry – as told by those on the inside

We spoke to those on the inside of the British watch industry to discover what it's like as it looks to expand and solidify.

Omega launches two new greyscale Seamaster 300M models

Introducing

21.11.24

Omega launches two new greyscale Seamaster 300M models

Teased on Daniel Craig's this summer, we now have two new Seamaster Diver 300M models with one unexpected dial combination.