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13.08.25

The C1 Bel Canto versus the C12 Loco – which Christopher Ward are you?

The Anglo-Swiss brand's two high horology heavy hitters go head to head.

Why exhibition casebacks aren’t always a selling point

Opinion

06.08.25

Why exhibition casebacks aren’t always a selling point

Exhibition casebacks on watches can be magical - but like any overused magic trick, used too often, the wizardry fades, Tom argues.

The big dogs and underdogs in 2025’s GPHG

Lists

01.08.25

The big dogs and underdogs in 2025’s GPHG

This year's GPHG long list has been announced, and we've gone through them all to find out the favourites and outside chancers.

A real Bel Canto: we go to the opera with Christopher Ward

Friday Wind Down

01.08.25

A real Bel Canto: we go to the opera with Christopher Ward

Watching a bel canto while wearing a Bel Canto seems to bring things full circle when we were invited to this special production.

10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today

Buying Guides

16.07.25

10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today

Smoky, sultry, retro and classy: no matter what you call them, fumé dials are a winning look.

The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

Buying Guides

03.07.25

The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point

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

The WatchIt! Fair landed in the heart of the UK last weekend – here’s how it went down

Events

26.06.25

The WatchIt! Fair landed in the heart of the UK last weekend – here’s how it went down

Last weekend, the UK watch community descended on Birmingham for the annual WatchIt! Fair. Tom reports from the ground.

Christopher Ward brings the summer heat with the new C60 Trident Reef

Introducing

21.06.25

Christopher Ward brings the summer heat with the new C60 Trident Reef

With five summery colours, two different sizes, and two strap options to choose from, this diver has something for everyone.

The Time+Tide Father’s Day gift guide, for all sorts of watch-loving dads

Buying Guides

12.06.25

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The Time+Tide Father’s Day gift guide, for all sorts of watch-loving dads

What do you get the man who has everything? We've rounded up a few horological Father's Day gift ideas that'll be sure to please any…

16 of the best watches under $5,000, for when you’re spending serious cash

Buying Guides

09.06.25

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16 of the best watches under $5,000, for when you’re spending serious cash

After some more budget-friendly options, we enter a more luxurious realm.

The 6 best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Buying Guides

08.06.25

The 6 best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less

Perhaps the most popular style of watches today, these affordable integrated bracelet watches prove you don't need to remortgage to get one.

Zach visits Axiom Space & NASA in Houston with Omega in honour of 60 years of Speedmaster flight certification

Friday Wind Down

16.05.25

Zach visits Axiom Space & NASA in Houston with Omega in honour of 60 years of Speedmaster flight certification

Turns out astronauts still use Speedies in space, for one very good reason.

8 of the best orange dial watches for those who need some vitamin C

Buying Guides

15.05.25

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8 of the best orange dial watches for those who need some vitamin C

Orange isn't really a colour that comes up too often in the dial conversation, but when it does, it often produces amazing results.

21 of the best integrated bracelet watches, from least to most expensive

Buying Guides

07.05.25

21 of the best integrated bracelet watches, from least to most expensive

Integrated bracelet watches are amongst the most popular and trending type of watch in the marketplace. Here are some of the best.

Cartier completely transforms Melbourne boutique after nearly a year of restoration

Friday Wind Down

02.05.25

Cartier completely transforms Melbourne boutique after nearly a year of restoration

Cartier reopens its boutique in Melbourne in lavish style, and George Russell dons a custom IWC Ingenieur ahead of the Miami Grand Prix.

The Time+Tide Mother’s Day gift guide, from delicious doughnut to slithering Serpenti

Buying Guides

28.04.25

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The Time+Tide Mother’s Day gift guide, from delicious doughnut to slithering Serpenti

Whether it's a simple Casio, dressy Serica, or luxe Bulgari, we think we've covered our bases.

New releases from Awake, Formex, Richard Mille and more

Last Week in Watches

27.04.25

New releases from Awake, Formex, Richard Mille and more

Candy-like sapphire cases, tasty Avocad0 and Guacam0le, and a tribute to Babar the Elephant are among this week's releases.

Christopher Ward premiers its new documentary at BAFTA in London

Friday Wind Down

26.04.25

Christopher Ward premiers its new documentary at BAFTA in London

It's been a big week in watches, with Christopher Ward capping it off with a flashy premiere of its new documentary.

The new Christopher Ward C12 Loco is a Bel Canto killer

Hands On

24.04.25

The new Christopher Ward C12 Loco is a Bel Canto killer

The newest release from Christopher Ward ushers in a new era for the brand and is the next bold step after the Bel Canto.

12 of the best everyday watches for any budget and any lifestyle

Buying Guides

23.04.25

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12 of the best everyday watches for any budget and any lifestyle

Wearing one watch everyday can feel like a drag to some, but the joy of a faithful companion is hard to beat, and these are…

You can finally shop Christopher Ward in Australia at our Melbourne Watch Discovery Studio!

In The Shop

22.04.25

You can finally shop Christopher Ward in Australia at our Melbourne Watch Discovery Studio!

The super-popular British independent brand finally arrives 'in the metal' Down Under, exclusively at our Melbourne Discovery Studio.

Buying Guides

20.04.25

7 of the best minute repeaters

Chiming watches are some of the most romantic complications in the world, and their variety is seemingly endless.

New releases from Raúl Pagès, Alto, De Bethune and more

Last Week in Watches

30.03.25

New releases from Raúl Pagès, Alto, De Bethune and more

Watches and Wonders is just around the corner, and it looks like independent brands have had a lot to say the past seven days.

Christopher Ward gets arty with a double-British collab, the Mr Jones Celestial limited edition moonphase

Introducing

27.03.25

Christopher Ward gets arty with a double-British collab, the Mr Jones Celestial limited edition moonphase

Two of Britain's most beloved independent watchmakers team up for a whimsical take on a moonphase, melding CW's technical expertise with Mr Jones' art.

6 affordable watches that look much more expensive than they are, from US$300 to US$3,000

Buying Guides

19.03.25

6 affordable watches that look much more expensive than they are, from US$300 to US$3,000

Bang for buck champions.

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Last Week in Watches

09.03.25

New releases from Anoma, Ming, Casio G-Shock and more

Casio celebrates International Women’s Day, Anoma releases its second-ever watch and King Seiko unveils a new flagship collection.

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

Introducing

06.03.25

Christopher Ward’s azure C60 Sapphire Edge cuts a slim and stylish figure

A blue-tinted sapphire dial, luminous rubber strap and thin proportions make this elevated dive watch an attractive beast.

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Buying Guides

05.03.25

11 of the best purple dial watches for when you want something a little funky

Purple watch dials may not be the most common, but they are among the most evocative that you'll find on the market.

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Watch Education

02.03.25

Why making watches is an uphill battle outside of Switzerland

Why is Switzerland such a watchmaking powerhouse, and why is it so hard to make watches outside of the country?

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

Buying Guides

01.03.25

8 of the best alternatives to the Tudor Black Bay, because you can always get better value

The Tudor Black Bay has been a fan-favourite since release, but what if you're looking for bang for a little less buck?

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Last Week in Watches

23.02.25

New releases from Hermès, Hanhart, Angelus and more

Usually, Hermès launches new models sparingly, this week it delivered multiple novelties at once - amidst a sea of other strong releases.

Every British Watchmakers’ Day 2025 special edition

Video

22.02.25

Every British Watchmakers’ Day 2025 special edition

Ahead of the big day on March 8th, we wanted to do a run-through of all of the watches you can buy exclusively at British…

Christopher Ward listens to its fans and releases The Twelve 38, a Goldilocks-sized take on its integrated sports watch

Introducing

20.02.25

Christopher Ward listens to its fans and releases The Twelve 38, a Goldilocks-sized take on its integrated sports watch

Goldilocks and the three Twelves, and finally, one that's just right!

15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

Buying Guides

09.02.25

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15 of the best mechanical watches under $1,000 that define value proposition

If you needed any more proof that US$1,000 can get you a great mechanical watch, this list of affordables is it.

9 of the best bronze watches for those who like a pinch of patina

Buying Guides

06.02.25

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9 of the best bronze watches for those who like a pinch of patina

Love the antique look of a well-weathered tool? These bronze watches are for you.

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

Last Week in Watches

02.02.25

New releases from Baltic, Urwerk, Louis Erard and more

These have been a fiery seven days, especially for independents and microbrands.

The Twelve Snake by Christopher Ward x seconde/seconde/ takes the Year of the Snake back to 1998

Introducing

30.01.25

The Twelve Snake by Christopher Ward x seconde/seconde/ takes the Year of the Snake back to 1998

A cheeky take on a Lunar New Year watch, this limited edition collab pays tribute to the iconic Snake mobile game from 1998.

New releases from Gerald Charles, Greubel Forsey, Swatch x Blancpain + LVMH Watch Week 2025!

Last Week in Watches

26.01.25

New releases from Gerald Charles, Greubel Forsey, Swatch x Blancpain + LVMH Watch Week 2025!

LVMH Watch Week dominated watch releases this week, but there was also some great new pieces from non-LVMH brands.

Friday Wind Down

24.01.25

Christopher Ward watches were ‘in the metal’ in our Melbourne studio last night, as well as the brand’s CEO Mike France

Last night, we transformed our Melbourne studio into a Christopher Ward showroom - a first for Australia and the brand.

The new Christopher Ward Aeolian adds sandy tones to the Dune field watch

Introducing

23.01.25

The new Christopher Ward Aeolian adds sandy tones to the Dune field watch

Britain's micro giant launches a new collection of sand-textured field watches.

Lists

01.01.25

Our favourite British watches of 2024

It's been a big year for British watches, and our round-up of the best releases show just how creative this island can be.

5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

Buying Guides

26.12.24

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5 of the best affordable moonphase watches

Moonphases don't have to be reserved for the deepest of pockets - here are our five affordable favourites.

7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

Buying Guides

15.12.24

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7 of the best wave dials – surprisingly not comprising only dive watches

Wavy vibes, just in time for Antipodean summer.

Time+Tide brings you the British Watchmakers’ Weekender

Video

11.12.24

Time+Tide brings you the British Watchmakers’ Weekender

Take an inside look at the fun and madness of our British Watchmakers' Weekender held earlier this year.

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.

Christopher Ward’s GPHG-nominated aventurine moonphase is now available in a 37mm size

Introducing

21.11.24

Christopher Ward’s GPHG-nominated aventurine moonphase is now available in a 37mm size

While 40.5mm is not large by modern standards, 37mm is a much more classic dress watch size.

New releases from Tudor, Swatch, Franck Muller and more

Last Week in Watches

03.11.24

New releases from Tudor, Swatch, Franck Muller and more

Tudor drops an unexpected GMT, Ulysse Nardin goes freaky traditional, and Ralph Lauren makes a watch fit for a fancy cowboy.

10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Buying Guides

01.11.24

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10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

Not sure what to get your soon-to-be-adult? Let us help you with that.

The C1 Bel Canto Classic made Christopher Ward change forever

Introducing

31.10.24

The C1 Bel Canto Classic made Christopher Ward change forever

Christopher Ward puts the Bel Canto into production, with slight tweaks.

Andrew & Zach pick the best watches at Windup Watch Fair New York – we need your vote for the winner!

Video

24.10.24

Andrew & Zach pick the best watches at Windup Watch Fair New York – we need your vote for the winner!

Andrew and Zach go head-to-head to pick the best dive watch, dress watch, field watch, and do-it-all GADA watch at Windup New York.

The best British watch brands reviving a traditional craft

Buying Guides

13.10.24

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The best British watch brands reviving a traditional craft

From quirky quartz to haute horlogerie.