The Home of Watch Culture Sun, 10 Aug 2025 06:48:31 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.8 https://timeandtidewatches.com/zenith-defy-skyline-chronograph-anniversary-160th-blue-ceramic-watch-reviews/ Sat, 09 Aug 2025 08:01:22 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=254594 Offering acres of blue on one's wrist, this commemorative Zenith chronograph is a ceramic tour de force.

The post This Zenith Defy Skyline Chronograph in blue ceramic is electric appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/cartier-santos-de-cartier-small-two-tone-watch-review/ Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:31:34 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=253155 Is it the Galbée resurrected? Not quite...

The post The itty bitty Santos de Cartier still delivers oodles of two-tone charm appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/ember-rocket-watch-review/ Sun, 06 Jul 2025 07:01:25 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=252601 Taking a closer look at a designer's first take on a watch.

The post Ember launches to great heights with their debut time-only Rocket appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/norqain-wild-one-skeleton-39mm-watch-review/ Wed, 18 Jun 2025 07:31:17 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=251654 Softer colour touches, but losing none of its fun potential.

The post Norqain Wild One Skeleton 39mm – smaller size, bigger punch? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/bell-ross-br-03-skeleton-lum-ceramic-watch-review/ Tue, 10 Jun 2025 15:31:40 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=251389 This design-forward piece from France's master of square watches feels very Star Wars.

The post The Bell & Ross BR-03 Skeleton Lum Ceramic glows with form-first design appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/rolex-daytona-126500-watch-review/ Thu, 29 May 2025 07:01:14 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=244478 The Rolex Daytona 126500 might be the best the legendary watch has ever been - but as Tom explains, it was definitely worth the wait.

The post 23 years and 6 months with the Rolex Daytona appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/panerai-luminor-marina-titanio-watch-review/ Mon, 19 May 2025 07:01:56 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=249936 Thinner, lighter and more water-resistant than previous Luminor Marina models, is this green-dialled titanium number the pick of the litter?

The post Is the Panerai Luminor Marina Titanio the best daily wearer Luminor yet? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/laurent-ferrier-classic-auto-horizon-watches-wonders-2025/ Wed, 02 Apr 2025 07:31:25 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=246676 Laurent Ferrier puts together its two main lines, the Classic and the Auto, in a delectable, baby blue package.

The post Laurent Ferrier combines the best of both worlds with the new Classic Auto Horizon appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/zodiac-super-sea-wolf-ceramic-watch-review/ Sun, 19 Jan 2025 09:01:44 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=242489 Vibey pastel colours, a sporty vintage aesthetic and daily wearer specs make this ceramic Zodiac as sweet as ice cream on a hot summer's day.

The post This gelato-tone Zodiac Super Sea Wolf Ceramic is the ideal summer watch appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/echo-neutra-rivanera-watch-review/ Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:01:28 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=242178 Brutalist and ultra-slim, but can it be the dress watch it's trying to be?

The post Does the echo/neutra Rivanera have what it takes to be a class-leading dress watch? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/rado-anatom-watch-review/ Sat, 11 Jan 2025 09:01:34 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=242061 It's hard to overstate just how much having a ceramic bracelet transforms the Rado Anatom, an '80s design that's been revived for the 2020s.

The post Rado’s underrated Anatom has finally received a full ceramic bracelet – but how does it wear? appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-5-most-expensive-hublot-watches-including-the-one-beyonce-bought-jay-z/ Mon, 16 Dec 2024 13:01:15 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=101717 Today we’re going to take a look at the top 5 most expensive Hublot watches, one of the grandest displays of unashamed opulence.

The post The 5 most expensive Hublot watches (including the one Beyoncé bought Jay-Z…) appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-5-watches-youll-most-enjoy-buying/ Sat, 04 Mar 2023 12:00:41 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=124458 Last week we covered the 5 watches you’ll regret buying, which seemed to strike a chord with a lot of enthusiasts who could relate to the familiar woes. While those examples were all based on mistakes I’ve made in the past, humanity definitely needs to make room for a little bit more optimism these days. … Continued

The post From bargains to milestones – the 5 watches you’ll most enjoy buying appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/micro-mondays-the-circula-aquasport-gmt-is-a-funky-diver-with-a-70s-edge/ Mon, 27 Feb 2023 06:00:25 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122991 Calling Circula a microbrand feels like a bit of a disservice considering their history, but their approach to unique design and modern brand identity really does align with that of a much younger company. First founded in the Black Forest region of Germany in 1955 by Heinz Huber, who had been running a watch and … Continued

The post MICRO MONDAYS: The Circula AquaSport GMT is a funky diver with ’70s swagger appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-full-metal-g-shock-casioak-is-now-in-yellow-gold/ Sun, 26 Feb 2023 16:30:47 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=123507 The Casio G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now available in a Full-Metal yellow gold hued case and bracelet Casio are catching up with the modding community slowly, but with more originality and authenticity Solar charging and Bluetooth connectivity make it an extremely practical watch It may have taken Casio several years to catch up to the modding … Continued

The post The Full-Metal G-SHOCK “CasiOak” is now in yellow gold appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/hands-on-the-ball-endurance-1917-series-is-dedicated-to-the-heroic-explorer-ernest-shackleton/ Sun, 26 Feb 2023 06:00:13 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121218 The Ball Endurance 1917 series is dedicated to heroic explorer Ernest Shackleton and his final expedition aboard the Endurance ship.

The post HANDS-ON: The Ball Endurance 1917 Series is dedicated to the heroic explorer Ernest Shackleton appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-5-watches-youll-regret-buying/ Sat, 25 Feb 2023 12:00:45 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122580 Making mistakes is often credited as the best way to learn, but in the case of watch collecting your mistakes can be both emotionally and financially draining. Buying a watch that you either soon or eventually live to regret is painful, and even if you sell it then you might take a loss. But, if … Continued

The post The 5 watches you’ll regret buying appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/introducing-the-junghans-1972-fis-nordic-world-ski-championships-editions/ Wed, 22 Feb 2023 00:00:07 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122118 Junghans have a long and impressive history in the Black Forest region of Germany, so they’re definitely not afraid of some snow. Despite being famed for their heritage and Bauhaus designs, Junghans haven’t stopped developing new models and retro-futuristic styles either. The Junghans 1972 series captures two distinct levels of vintage oddity, now paired with … Continued

The post INTRODUCING: The Junghans 1972 FIS Nordic World Ski Championships editions appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-minase-masterpiece-collection-lives-up-to-its-name/ Tue, 21 Feb 2023 00:00:08 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122086 When a brand so full of artistic integrity as Minase labels something a masterpiece, we had better pay attention. Given the level of quality and attention to detail of even the most affordable Minase, what they can do in super-limited runs with a sizeable budget and the help of dedicated artisans is almost beyond the … Continued

The post The Minase Masterpiece collection lives up to its name appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-vacheron-constantin-villes-lumieres-gets-a-sydney-update/ Mon, 20 Feb 2023 08:00:02 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122956 Sleep deprivation, hunger and having to pull a suitcase behind you while trying not to collapse are the usual symptoms of flying into a new city late at night, however one of the few saving graces is the view you can get looking over the illuminated cityscape. Witnessing the streets and landscapes glowing with life … Continued

The post It’s Sydney’s time to shine with the Vacheron Constantin Villes Lumières appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/micro-mondays-the-malm-air-wolf-viggen-is-a-modern-pilots-watch-with-a-swedish-twist/ Mon, 20 Feb 2023 06:00:37 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122380 Aviation has a longstanding history with timekeeping and wristwatches, but that doesn’t mean you need to have decades of heritage behind you to make an impact. MALM first launched their brand in 2019 and have grown quickly with an impressive catalogue of releases, alongside partnerships with the Swedish Air Force and the Swedish Navy. Being … Continued

The post MICRO MONDAYS: The MALM Air Wolf Viggen is a modern pilot’s watch with a Swedish twist appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/from-bank-robber-to-worm-picker-the-best-watches-for-the-weirdest-jobs/ Sun, 19 Feb 2023 12:00:05 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121080 Before buying a watch it’s important to consider how it will fit into your life, as different watches may benefit some lifestyles over others. The contradictory trope of the “desk diver” is well known to describe a dive watch worn at an office job, but what if your job is less than conventional to say … Continued

The post From bank robber to worm picker, the best watches for the weirdest jobs appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/versus-the-grand-seiko-sbgh289-and-omega-seamaster-planet-ocean-600m-divers-duke-it-out/ Sat, 18 Feb 2023 12:00:08 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122799 After the last edition of our Versus column between Seiko and Hamilton, Japan and Switzerland are battling each other once more. The rules state that these two watches must both be vying for the same customers, and it’s my job to determine where they match up, where they differ and which is the better option. … Continued

The post VERSUS: The Grand Seiko SBGH289 and Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 600M divers duke it out appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-independedit-atelier-de-chronometrie-adc22/ Sat, 18 Feb 2023 00:00:15 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=122068 Spain may not be the first place you think of on mention of haute horlogerie, and yet it is the birthplace of one of the more underappreciated independent watch brands – Atelier de Chronométrie. Though not Spanish by name, this Barcelona outfit has been in business for nearly a decade, creating beautiful, mid-century inspired pieces … Continued

The post The Independedit: Atelier de Chronométrie AdC22 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/hands-on-the-meraud-antigua-is-a-yachting-watch-bobbing-along-on-a-retro-wave/ Thu, 16 Feb 2023 00:00:24 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121991 Having previously owned two vintage watches powered by Landeron movements, I’ve always believed they were unsung heroes in the world of Swiss chronographs. One of the watches I had was a Rotary that dated all the way back to 1937, and the Landeron 47 inside it still worked perfectly and intuitively. Méraud have made my … Continued

The post HANDS-ON: The Méraud Antigua is a yachting watch that bobs along on a delightfully retro wave appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/micro-mondays-the-story-of-the-fears-brunswick/ Mon, 13 Feb 2023 06:00:14 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121545 Some extinct brands that get revived for the modern mechanical boom are often raised in mystery, bought out by private companies who heap glory on their adopted heritage to distract from the lack of modern substance. Fears is the direct opposite of that, not only being reincarnated by a member of the original family but … Continued

The post MICRO MONDAYS: The triumphant story of the Fears Brunswick appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/introducing-the-maurice-lacroix-aikon-tide-mahindra/ Sat, 11 Feb 2023 00:00:38 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121355 The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra teams up with the popular Formula E racing team. The Mahindra Racing logo can be seen etched into the dial pattern. The red and black case is made from upcycled ocean plastic. The conversation of recycled plastic cases has been by and large overshadowed by the popularity of the … Continued

The post INTRODUCING: The Maurice Lacroix Aikon #tide Mahindra appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/introducing-the-brellum-pilot-le-1-gmt-chronometer-wants-to-become-your-frequent-flyer/ Fri, 10 Feb 2023 00:00:48 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=121393 The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer is their latest pilot’s watch. It features both GMT and chronograph complications. It’s a nice balance between sporty and dressy. We’ve shown a lot of love to Brellum’s Pandial series of watches in the past, but it’s been far too long since we’ve showcased their other capabilities. The new … Continued

The post INTRODUCING: The Brellum Pilot LE.1 GMT Chronometer wants to become your frequent flyer appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/hands-on-the-yema-rallygraf-meca-quartz/ Wed, 08 Feb 2023 00:52:12 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=119685 Since I first wrote about the French brand Yema in 2020, they have come a long way in both their catalogue and their audience. New in-house movements, bronze cases, and expansion of their core ranges are all effects of their vast popularity and brand status beyond the micro. Although some of those new releases have … Continued

The post HANDS-ON: The Yema Rallygraf Meca-Quartz is one of the best budget racing watches around appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/introducing-the-bulova-lunar-pilot-and-accutron-astronaut-prepare-for-lift-off-once-again/ Tue, 07 Feb 2023 14:22:02 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=120522 The Accutron Astronaut is being reissued with incredible accuracy The Bulova Lunar Pilot is getting rid of the date and coming down to 43.5mm The Lunar Pilot will also be available in a blue and white colour scheme The 1960s space age was an incredible time for the progression of technology, even if NASA was … Continued

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