Micro Mondays Archives - Time+Tide Watches

11.08.25

The Draken Kruger V2 is the perfect lightweight tactical chronograph

Featuring a rugged titanium case and either a mecaquartz or automatic movement (plus lots of other customisable options), this Kiwi chrono has a South African…

The Namica Shirahama 2 is a serious not-so-serious dive watch

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04.08.25

The Namica Shirahama 2 is a serious not-so-serious dive watch

This Japanese microbrand combines funky colours and playful yet purposeful design in this decidedly contemporary dive watch.

Áigi honours Norway’s industrial mining heritage with a hardcore classic tool watch, the Gruvebus

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28.07.25

Áigi honours Norway’s industrial mining heritage with a hardcore classic tool watch, the Gruvebus

This rugged Norwegian tool watch represents a horological send-off to mining in Svalbard.

Tusenö’s SuperVintage offers a fresh new blend of old-school looks

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21.07.25

Tusenö’s SuperVintage offers a fresh new blend of old-school looks

Swedish brand Tusenö has made a bold move, departing from sports watches to shaped dress watches with this stylish cocktail-inspired piece.

Peren aims for timeless style (with a hint of Gothic attitude) with its stealthy new Regia Eclipse collection

Micro Mondays

14.07.25

Peren aims for timeless style (with a hint of Gothic attitude) with its stealthy new Regia Eclipse collection

Transylvanian style, without the vampires.

Vario celebrates Singapore’s 60 years of Independence with the new, and delightfully red SG60 Merlion Trench Watch

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07.07.25

Vario celebrates Singapore’s 60 years of Independence with the new, and delightfully red SG60 Merlion Trench Watch

In a celebration of Singapore's 60th anniversary of independence, home-grown brand Vario offers a colourful limited edition.

Vintage vibes abound with the Ferro Time Master 70

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30.06.25

Vintage vibes abound with the Ferro Time Master 70

An idiosyncratic shape and a retro-tastic dial (complete with pinion cap!) make this indie offering a love letter to the 1970s.

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23.06.25

The DWISS Model A1 is an integrated bracelet beauty from a brand known for crazy, affordable time displays

Does the Model A1 have what it takes to enter a crowded market?

The Parea Sector is bursting with minimalist detail

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16.06.25

The Parea Sector is bursting with minimalist detail

A new Australian microbrand enters the fray with a dressy daily sector dial.

Héron brings a welcome complication to the vintage-inspried dress watch with their Mirabel GMT

Micro Mondays

09.06.25

Héron brings a welcome complication to the vintage-inspried dress watch with their Mirabel GMT

This dressy Canadian GMT watch incorporates a complication that's rarely combined with pre-1950s aesthetics.

Vario broadens its range with a new field watch with a twist, the new 1945 A-11S WW2

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02.06.25

Vario broadens its range with a new field watch with a twist, the new 1945 A-11S WW2

A solar quartz-powered, military-inspired field watch with specs that pack a punch in an affordable package.

Selten’s Métiers d’Art Collection showcases artisanal enamelled dials that won’t break the bank

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26.05.25

Selten’s Métiers d’Art Collection showcases artisanal enamelled dials that won’t break the bank

Hong Kong's Selten offers exceptional patterned grand feu enamel dials at an exceptionally affordable price.

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19.05.25

The Monceau Model 01 gives a defunct brand a new lease on life

Escapement24's Simon Ryan brings back Monceau with the Model 01.

Tennis comes to the fore with the HTD Tennis Sport

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12.05.25

Tennis comes to the fore with the HTD Tennis Sport

Italian indie HTD serves up a slim, playful sports watch entirely dedicated to tennis.

The Monchard Étape is a Swedish love letter to Art Deco watches

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05.05.25

The Monchard Étape is a Swedish love letter to Art Deco watches

This dressy, unisex-sized rectangular model represents an interesting change of direction for the brand, as well as great value.

Micro Mondays

28.04.25

Can the Solstice Revival save a fledgling brand from bankruptcy?

Solstice's latest watch is a complete re-do of the entire brand, scrapping its bland past in the hopes that honesty and value can save it.

The FLX004 is the most minimalist take on a skin diver by Fleux yet

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07.04.25

The FLX004 is the most minimalist take on a skin diver by Fleux yet

All that you need, and nothing you don't.

The Palmos One is an ultra-minimal take on a daily wearer

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31.03.25

The Palmos One is an ultra-minimal take on a daily wearer

Sleek but colourful, with a few surprising design choices.

The HTD Hesagraph MkII Variante B is a classic (and attainable) mechanical chronograph

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24.03.25

The HTD Hesagraph MkII Variante B is a classic (and attainable) mechanical chronograph

Inspired by Italian motorsports, this stylish hand-wound chronograph offers plenty of vibes.

Racing into the past with the Atelier Jalaper AJ-003

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17.03.25

Racing into the past with the Atelier Jalaper AJ-003

This Belgian brand's latest watch features dials made from the bonnet of a real 1962 Jaguar E-Type Semi-Lightweight.

Havid Nagan challenges traditions with the new Classic One

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10.03.25

Havid Nagan challenges traditions with the new Classic One

American microbrand Havid Nagan's latest effort represents a high watermark for refinement in the microbrand space.

RZE’s debut digital watch, the titanium-cased UTD-8000, is a fun move

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04.03.25

RZE’s debut digital watch, the titanium-cased UTD-8000, is a fun move

RZE's first digital timepiece offers G-Shock toughness with enthusiast-friendly features and great specs at an ultra-competitive price.

Third time’s the charm for Second Hour with the new Mandala Mk3

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03.03.25

Third time’s the charm for Second Hour with the new Mandala Mk3

The Australian microbrand iterates on its eye-catching and popular everyday wearer, strengthening its value proposition.

The Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot is an Texan-made, GADA pilot’s watch

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25.02.25

The Jack Mason Pursuit Pilot is an Texan-made, GADA pilot’s watch

To celebrate their 10th anniversary, Jack Mason have redesigned their inaugural watch model.

The Arena Vanitas proves there’s no futility in more microbrand divers

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24.02.25

The Arena Vanitas proves there’s no futility in more microbrand divers

The Arena Vanitas shines through as one of the most thoughtfully designed and best-value dive watches we've seen in a long time.

The UniDesign Autoclassic combines 1970s funk with automotive cues

Micro Mondays

17.02.25

The UniDesign Autoclassic combines 1970s funk with automotive cues

UniDesign launches a softer, motorsport-inspired take on the sports watch.

Canadian microbrand Redwood’s Standard Issue collection are love letters to vintage field watches

Micro Mondays

10.02.25

Canadian microbrand Redwood’s Standard Issue collection are love letters to vintage field watches

These four models evoke the spirit of WWII-era-issued field watches at an affordable price point.

RZE founder launches new ultra-affordable microbrand Vostra with the racing-ready Vector

Micro Mondays

04.02.25

RZE founder launches new ultra-affordable microbrand Vostra with the racing-ready Vector

RZE launches a new sibling brand, Vostra, with an ultra-affordable and colourful mechaquartz chronograph inspired by motorsports.

Montoir adds more colour to its dive watch range with the MWMOD-01 V2

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27.01.25

Montoir adds more colour to its dive watch range with the MWMOD-01 V2

Montoir has made subtle tweaks and introduced new dial colours for its inaugural watch, a minimalist diver.

How exactly did CIGA Design improve the Blue Planet II after years of GPHG praise?

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20.01.25

How exactly did CIGA Design improve the Blue Planet II after years of GPHG praise?

CIGA Design's award-winning Blue Planet is back for its second generation. But what exactly changed? Buffy finds out.

A daring resurrection for the Electra Dare-Devil Diver

Micro Mondays

14.01.25

A daring resurrection for the Electra Dare-Devil Diver

Electra, a Franco-Swiss brand that disappeared during the tumultuous 1970s, has been revived with this vintage-inspired dive watch.

The DeMarco Chronograph makes a strong and affordable debut

Micro Mondays

06.01.25

The DeMarco Chronograph makes a strong and affordable debut

1940s chronograph, but make it colourful: DeMarco takes 1940s pilot's chrono inspiration and conveys it in a modern mechaquartz manner.

The fanciful, flippable Vario Versa gets a pair of mother-of-pearl makeovers

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30.12.24

The fanciful, flippable Vario Versa gets a pair of mother-of-pearl makeovers

Vario's stylish and affordable flippable watch gets two new mother-of-pearl dials which further emphasise old-school vibes.

The Camp Fieldtimer is an excellent, alt-take on a field watch, with custom fonts and lacquer dials

Micro Mondays

16.12.24

The Camp Fieldtimer is an excellent, alt-take on a field watch, with custom fonts and lacquer dials

Powered by a manually wound Sellita movement, this is one of the more compelling microbrand field offerings we've come across.

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.

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.

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

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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.

Heinrich forges ahead with the new Taucher Lume Infused Forged Carbon V2

Micro Mondays

18.11.24

Heinrich forges ahead with the new Taucher Lume Infused Forged Carbon V2

Germany's Heinrich blends 70s and 80s style with ultra-modern material tech for its latest watch.

The Monbrey MB2 Kenkyū has one of the most gorgeous dials for the money

Micro Mondays

11.11.24

The Monbrey MB2 Kenkyū has one of the most gorgeous dials for the money

The Hong Kong brand's second model launches with seven beautiful dials and two unique dial textures all inspired by feudal Japan.

Micro Mondays

04.11.24

Our favourite microbrands of 2024

Looking for a microbrand watch but not sure where to start? How about right here?

The Galvin Loimu Frozen Salmon explores heightened salmon sophistication

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28.10.24

The Galvin Loimu Frozen Salmon explores heightened salmon sophistication

This new limited-edition take on the Australian brand's Loimu model offers a cleaner, distinctly Nordic aesthetic.

The Second Hour Sattelberg Mk2 returns to the field, this time in style

Micro Mondays

21.10.24

The Second Hour Sattelberg Mk2 returns to the field, this time in style

Melbourne's Second Hour introduces swanky updates to its Sattelberg field watch.

Charlie Paris’ new Grande Randonnée watches promise outdoorsy practicality at a reasonable price

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07.10.24

Charlie Paris’ new Grande Randonnée watches promise outdoorsy practicality at a reasonable price

These French watches strike a great balance between elegance and sportiness at a reasonable price.

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

Micro Mondays

30.09.24

The Bower Tide Seeker is a beach lover’s dream

With a super simple and easy-to-read tide functionality, the Bower Tide Seeker is a great, accessible option on Kickstarter now.

The Fleux FLX003 is a modern, vintage skin diver

Micro Mondays

23.09.24

The Fleux FLX003 is a modern, vintage skin diver

Vintage skin diver touches inspired by the Omega Seamaster 300, and oversized dial elements make up the Fleux FLX003.

Lōcī supports local action with the trio of Pacific Coast Highway models

Micro Mondays

16.09.24

Lōcī supports local action with the trio of Pacific Coast Highway models

The Lōcī Pacific Coast Highway is inspired by the surfers' haven, and supports local organisations with each sale.

Vero celebrates Smokey Bear’s 80th anniversary with a pair of forest-ready bronze field watches

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26.08.24

Vero celebrates Smokey Bear’s 80th anniversary with a pair of forest-ready bronze field watches

This pair of bronze field watches celebrate the 80th anniversary of America’s longest-running (and most-loved) public service announcement.

The BWG Isaria is an example of pure individuality

Micro Mondays

19.08.24

The BWG Isaria is an example of pure individuality

This distinctive German diver is a refreshing change of pace from the watch world's obsession with demure designs.

The Detrash Likemania combines old-school design cues with new-school eco-friendly materials

Micro Mondays

12.08.24

The Detrash Likemania combines old-school design cues with new-school eco-friendly materials

Inspired by vintage Lemania pieces, this sustainable tool watch is almost entirely made from recycled materials.

The Hemel Airfoil HF15 is a practical pilot for the nostalgic soul

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05.08.24

The Hemel Airfoil HF15 is a practical pilot for the nostalgic soul

Styled after the highly-practical British pilot's watches, the Hemel Airfoil HF15 packs lots of vintage cues for its attractive price.

The Héron Marinor Ghost is an anonymous spectre for the wrist

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29.07.24

The Héron Marinor Ghost is an anonymous spectre for the wrist

With a bravely minimal design, this latest, and limited, diver from Héron brings a lot of fan favourite features to the party.

Could the French Neotype LM02 Type C be the ultimate multipurpose tool watch?

Micro Mondays

22.07.24

Could the French Neotype LM02 Type C be the ultimate multipurpose tool watch?

What does the ultimate tool watch need? French brand Neotype thinks it's cracked the code.

The Tusenö Shellback V2 is a microbrand full package diver

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15.07.24

The Tusenö Shellback V2 is a microbrand full package diver

The Swedish micro-brand has refined its diver offering in this Shellback V2 with its charismatic sandwich dial and respectable specs.

The Apiar Invenire brings the best of British engineering to watchmaking

Micro Mondays

08.07.24

The Apiar Invenire brings the best of British engineering to watchmaking

The new brand brings British cutting edge manufacturing to the forefront in an individual and modern aesthetic.

The Beaucroft Seeker 37mm is a great example of why microbrands exist

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24.06.24

The Beaucroft Seeker 37mm is a great example of why microbrands exist

A compact case, sultry teal dial, and Miyota movement combine to make this a compelling daily companion.

The Retter Mistral explores depth with a thin, retro-style case

Micro Mondays

17.06.24

The Retter Mistral explores depth with a thin, retro-style case

Horn lugs, multi-layered dials, and a smidge over 7mm in thickness make the Mistral sound quite compelling.

The Venezianico Bucintoro 1969 puts Venice on the moon with a NOS Lemania movement

Micro Mondays

03.06.24

The Venezianico Bucintoro 1969 puts Venice on the moon with a NOS Lemania movement

Perhaps unusual for a Venetian-inspired brand, the Venezianico Bucintoro 1969 has a compelling set of specs.

Travel in style with the jetsetting echo/neutra Cortina 1956 Chrono GMT

Micro Mondays

27.05.24

Travel in style with the jetsetting echo/neutra Cortina 1956 Chrono GMT

With the Cortina 1956 Chrono GMT, the striking visuals of the lineup have been retained with the addition of chronograph and GMT functions.

DWISS doubles down on a novel time-telling display with the M3S

Micro Mondays

20.05.24

DWISS doubles down on a novel time-telling display with the M3S

Dubbed the "mysterious signature hours", DWISS presents another new, but affordable way to tell time.

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

Micro Mondays

13.05.24

Ocean To Orbit put their new Lhotse through its paces, sending it to the top of the Himalayas

The new Australian microbrand proves that their watch has earned its stripes, accompanying a photojournalist to the top of Lhotse.

How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

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06.05.24

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How the Rivelta Metrodive combines urban stealthiness and diver legibility

A microbrand diver is hardly anything new these days. Indonesian micro Rivelta disagrees, putting a metro twist on a staple design.

CIGA Design’s Central Tourbillon Mount Everest Homage Edition represents another peak for Chinese watchmaking

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29.04.24

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CIGA Design’s Central Tourbillon Mount Everest Homage Edition represents another peak for Chinese watchmaking

This exceedingly competitively priced central tourbillon watch commemorates the 70th anniversary of Hillary and Norgay's ascent of Everest.

Micro Mondays

22.04.24

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The Good + Evil Omen warns of a bright future for the brand, made by a lighting designer

Oddly-shaped watches used to be a thing of the past, but Good + Evil is bringing them back with the Omen.