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How Hublot makes the most of its ambassadors, and 11 of the coolest from world champs to K-pop stars

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07.08.25

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How Hublot makes the most of its ambassadors, and 11 of the coolest from world champs to K-pop stars

From Bolt and Volkanovski to Murakami and Arsham, here's a guide to the provocative brand's coolest ambassadors.

6 alternatives to the Swatch x Blancpain Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms

Buying Guides

02.08.25

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6 alternatives to the Swatch x Blancpain Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms

While the Swatch x Blancpain collab opened the door for many to the world of dive watches, what are others in a similar price range?

8 of the best Casio G-Shocks, including icons old and new

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15.07.25

8 of the best Casio G-Shocks, including icons old and new

There are few brands that can claim the status of icon while being affordable and generally well-loved. Casio G-Shock is one of them.

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

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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.

Every MoonSwatch released so far, ranked from best to worst

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19.06.25

Every MoonSwatch released so far, ranked from best to worst

The Swatch x Omega Bioceramic MoonSwatch is nothing short of a cultural phenomenon, but not all variants are equal...

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

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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.

14 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

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02.06.25

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14 of the greatest Grand Seikos yet, and why they matter

Our guide to the best Grand Seiko references of the modern era, and why they're so important.

17 of the best Japanese watch brands from rugged value to Dufour-praiseworthy wonders

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01.06.25

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17 of the best Japanese watch brands from rugged value to Dufour-praiseworthy wonders

We all know and love Seiko and Casio, but what about lesser-known, but equally as amazing brands from Japan?

The seven affordable tourbillon watches you’d actually want to buy

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30.05.25

The seven affordable tourbillon watches you’d actually want to buy

Tourbillons can be many things, but can they be affordable? These seven watches are proof that they can.

11 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

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29.05.25

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11 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

The legendary designer reportedly penned over 100,000 watches... Here are 11 of the best.

The 17 best German watch brands showcasing everything from minimal design to maximum finesse

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19.05.25

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The 17 best German watch brands showcasing everything from minimal design to maximum finesse

What if I told you that there is more to German watches than Nomos and A. Lange & Söhne?

10 of the best 1970s watches from the grooviest of decades

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12.05.25

10 of the best 1970s watches from the grooviest of decades

The age of quartz is well and truly underway, but the 1970s would bring about many more changes.

7 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science, motorsports and Seiko

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11.05.25

7 of the best 1960s watches, an era dominated by science, motorsports and Seiko

The '60s were a particularly groovy and innovative time for watchmaking, especially thanks to Seiko.

13 of the best quartz watches that rub it into quartz snobs’ faces

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09.05.25

13 of the best quartz watches that rub it into quartz snobs’ faces

Here's a few reasons why quartz watches should not just be low-cost alternatives to their mechanical counterparts.

Should you take off your watch before having sex?

Opinion

07.05.25

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Should you take off your watch before having sex?

It’s a question that straddles desire, technology, psychology and gender equality...

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

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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.

7 of the best Eastern Arabic numeral watches for those looking for some Middle Eastern flavour

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05.05.25

7 of the best Eastern Arabic numeral watches for those looking for some Middle Eastern flavour

Eastern Arabic numerals carry a uniquely luxurious and exotic connotation in the watch industry, and these are the best watches with them.

12 of the best watches putting the macro lens on the micro-rotor

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02.05.25

12 of the best watches putting the macro lens on the micro-rotor

From affordable micro-rotor micros to high-end wonders pushing the complication forward, these are the best micro-rotor watches around.

9 of the best driving watches to accompany you on your next canyon dash

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30.04.25

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9 of the best driving watches to accompany you on your next canyon dash

We look at the watches that blend driving inspiration and time-telling best.

11 of the best bicompax chronographs that do away with unnecessary sub-dials

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27.04.25

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11 of the best bicompax chronographs that do away with unnecessary sub-dials

While the definition changed throughout history, the word bicompax always signified elegant, refined chronographs. Here are some of the best.

19 of the best French watch brands keeping the historic craft alive

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26.04.25

19 of the best French watch brands keeping the historic craft alive

Being the cradle of watchmaking, France is bound to have some good watchmakers - and it does.

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

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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…

14 of the best tourbillon watches from least to most expensive

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21.04.25

14 of the best tourbillon watches from least to most expensive

Tourbillons are associated with hefty price tags, but our list includes surprisingly affordable watches along with expectedly pricey ones.

Celebrating complication with 12 of the most complicated watches of all time

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16.04.25

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Celebrating complication with 12 of the most complicated watches of all time

Horological mastery and lifelong obsessions made these creations come to life.

The 8 best automaton watches showing off the most romantic idea of a complication

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12.04.25

The 8 best automaton watches showing off the most romantic idea of a complication

Moving characters, singing birds, and hidden messages that come to life are just some of the hallmarks of the best automaton watches.

The 9 best salmon dial watches for collectors with delicious taste

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08.04.25

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The 9 best salmon dial watches for collectors with delicious taste

Nothing says vintage like the warm flash of pink in the dials of yesteryear, but here are some great modern salmon dials worth considering.

8 of the best ultra-light watches that won’t weigh you down

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23.03.25

8 of the best ultra-light watches that won’t weigh you down

Whether to achieve impressive records or create lightweight everyday companions, we look to brands that shaved off as many grams as possible.

The best TV dial watches that might signal their glorious comeback

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18.03.25

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The best TV dial watches that might signal their glorious comeback

The stone dial and integrated bracelet trends are old hat - it's time for the quirkiness of the 1970s to come back.

Watch Education

17.03.25

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Everything you need to know about COSC

What is a chronometer, or what does it mean to be COSC-certified? Here are all the answers.

Buying Guides

15.03.25

9 of the best watches under US$100

Finding a cheap watch is getting harder and harder, but there are still some quality options under US$100.

9 of the best tough watches for timekeeping under extreme conditions

Buying Guides

05.03.25

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9 of the best tough watches for timekeeping under extreme conditions

Need a watch that can withstand the harshest things you can throw at it? Here are a few suggestions.

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

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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?

7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

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26.02.25

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7 of the best Art Deco watches that are dapper and flapper-approved

Stylised numerals, shapely cases, and above all, class.

3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

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24.02.25

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3 of the best watches under $50, defining the value for money proposition

Can you still get a good watch for under $50? Of course, but the options are dwindling.

The watches that prove how good the Sellita SW500 family really is

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24.02.25

The watches that prove how good the Sellita SW500 family really is

There is a surprising amount of variety in just one movement family, meaning there is something for everyone with an SW500 movement.

These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked

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22.02.25

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These 12 brands prove Chinese watchmaking shouldn’t be overlooked

China can't be ignored when it comes to horological significance, as these top Chinese watch brands prove with their artisanal quality.

Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?

In Depth

16.02.25

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Are “JDM” Seikos really that much better than normal Seiko watches?

Most Seiko lovers would prefer to own a Japanese-made "JDM" Seiko to an international version. But is this preference well-founded?

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 time-only watches, when simplicity is all you need

Buying Guides

05.02.25

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9 of the best time-only watches, when simplicity is all you need

There's something about a time-only watch that stands out.

In Depth

01.02.25

A guide to every Casio brand, from affordable calculator watches to four-figure metal G-Shocks

What's the difference between a G-Shock and a Pro Trek? And why is Casio Oceanus so expensive? We might have an answer for you.

What is a strap monster, and why do you need one?

Watch Education

25.01.25

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What is a strap monster, and why do you need one?

A common phrase watch collectors throw around is "strap monster". We decided to take a moment to break down what it actually means.

7 of the best Mr Jones Watches designs yet

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21.01.25

7 of the best Mr Jones Watches designs yet

Whimsical, existential and sometimes rude, we've rounded up some of our favourite designs from this design-forward British watch brand.

6 of the best Spanish watch brands from Galicia to Catalonia

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20.01.25

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6 of the best Spanish watch brands from Galicia to Catalonia

Usually not considered a watchmaking hotspot, Spain has some hidden horological gems.

These 5 watch brands know how to have a bit of fun

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19.01.25

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These 5 watch brands know how to have a bit of fun

Watches can be so uptight and boring, but these brands have no interest in overinflated egoes, putting all their eggs in the fun basket.

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18.01.25

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9 of the best goth watches

Buffy, our resident goth, helps you with watch nerd-friendly goth accessorising.

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

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17.01.25

7 of the best sandwich dial watches to satiate your hunger for lume

No bread, no condiments, just a disc of lume flanked by a dial and calibre to really light up a design.

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

In Depth

16.01.25

How spies and soldiers help keep mechanical watches relevant

Forget brand storytelling: there are still a few important use cases for mechanical watches for military and intelligence operatives.

9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

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12.01.25

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9 of the best small watches, 35mm or under

Sometimes it can be nice to just wear something that doesn’t fill up every available millimetre of skin.

A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Watch Education

03.01.25

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A distortion-free explanation of what Zaratsu polishing actually is, and its not-so-Japanese origins

Zaratsu polishing can achieve a distortion-free mirror finish on a watch case. But what is it exactly, and where did it come from?

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

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03.01.25

6 of the best Breguet numeral watches, honouring the master’s name

Abraham-Louis Breguet lent his name to many things related to watchmaking, including an elegant numeral set. These watches use them best.

The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Opinion

01.01.25

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The Time+Tide team pick their favourite watch size

Within the realm of watchmaking, size very much matters.

Big Watches, Small Wrists Part II: Can I manage a Panerai?

Opinion

01.01.25

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Big Watches, Small Wrists Part II: Can I manage a Panerai?

This instalment of Big Watches, Small Wrists turns its attention to managing the hyper-masculine offerings of Panerai.

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29.12.24

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7 of the best mountaineering watches

Whether you're looking to scale the world's most famous peaks or you're just a massive fan of massifs, these watches are for you.

What’s the story behind Rolex’s iconic “Mercedes” hands?

Watch Education

23.12.24

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What’s the story behind Rolex’s iconic “Mercedes” hands?

We take a look at some common theories behind the design of Rolex's signature hour hand.

Big Watches, Small Wrists Part IV: Will I ever be able to pull off the Moonwatch?

Opinion

23.12.24

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Big Watches, Small Wrists Part IV: Will I ever be able to pull off the Moonwatch?

Can a 5.5 inch wrist pull off the Moonwatch?

The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

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23.12.24

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The Time+Tide team picks their one watch collection

The Time+Tide Editorial Team has come together to nominate what they believe to be the best one watch collection.

The impressive history and precarious future of Mathey-Tissot

In Depth

22.12.24

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The impressive history and precarious future of Mathey-Tissot

Can a once-great supplier of military watches rise from the ashes of uninspiring homages? Mathey-Tissot is betting on the possibility.

Can anyone actually tell white gold and stainless steel apart?

Opinion

17.12.24

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Can anyone actually tell white gold and stainless steel apart?

White gold is lauded as a bit of a stealth wealth flex, but could you be fooled thinking it's stainless steel, or vice versa?

Anthony Bourdain: Chef, world traveller, punk rocker, watch collector

Pop Culture

17.12.24

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Anthony Bourdain: Chef, world traveller, punk rocker, watch collector

D.C Hannay runs through a few of Anthony's Bourdain's favourite watches.

Comedians may make jokes for a living, but they take watch collecting very seriously

Pop Culture

17.12.24

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Comedians may make jokes for a living, but they take watch collecting very seriously

Are non-Rolex watches becoming more mainstream, or is it a case of comedians becoming more horologically aware?

Opinion

17.12.24

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Why Michele watches bother me so much

A staple of the US women's affordable luxury market, Michele watches are all show and no go.

All the ETA movements you should know about

Watch Education

17.12.24

All the ETA movements you should know about

Understanding ETA’s best-selling calibres will give you an insight into most Swiss watches, so here are the most important movements.

The 5 most expensive Hublot watches (including the one Beyoncé bought Jay-Z…)

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17.12.24

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The 5 most expensive Hublot watches (including the one Beyoncé bought Jay-Z…)

Today we’re going to take a look at the top 5 most expensive Hublot watches, one of the grandest displays of unashamed opulence.

Oyster vs Jubilee: Which bracelet does the Rolex GMT-Master II look better on?

Opinion

16.12.24

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Oyster vs Jubilee: Which bracelet does the Rolex GMT-Master II look better on?

To Jubilee or not to Jubilee? We debate whether the Rolex GMT-Master II looks better on a Jubilee or Oyster bracelet.

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

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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.

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

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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…

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.

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

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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.

7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

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19.11.24

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7 of the best stealth wealth watches that exude old money

If you've not fully caught onto the stealth wealth trend, our buying guide should clarify everything.

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

In Depth

16.11.24

Why electric watches were doomed from the very beginning

Borna takes a closer look at the history of electric watches, and what they've become.

6 of the best tantalum watches that are literal and figurative heavyweights

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10.11.24

6 of the best tantalum watches that are literal and figurative heavyweights

The grey-blue material is famous for its resilience to machining, but also its beauty.

How did tantalum become the next big material in watchmaking? The definitive guide

Watch Education

08.11.24

How did tantalum become the next big material in watchmaking? The definitive guide

Known for its grey-blue hue, tantalum has a cult following in watchmaking, but how much do you know about this tough metal?

Best enamel dial watches, from value-oriented microbrands to the haute horlogerie stuff of dreams

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05.11.24

Best enamel dial watches, from value-oriented microbrands to the haute horlogerie stuff of dreams

In case you've wondered what the difference between $500 and $200,000 dials is.

10 of the best watches for an 18th birthday

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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.

What to do if you want a Pepsi, but you don’t want to wait?

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27.10.24

What to do if you want a Pepsi, but you don’t want to wait?

Sometimes you just can't wait, and when it comes to getting a Pepsi bezel on your wrist, you don't have to.

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25.10.24

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7 of the best meteorite dial watches

Describing a dial as out-of-this-world might sound a little over the top, but for these watches, it's pretty accurate.

From minimalism to sprezzatura – these are the best Italian watch brands

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25.10.24

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From minimalism to sprezzatura – these are the best Italian watch brands

Some classics and some newcomers.

Video

19.10.24

How to read a timegrapher

Find out exactly how your watch is performing without having to take it to a watchmaker with this simple machine.

7 of the best asymmetrical watches that break the horological mould

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18.10.24

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7 of the best asymmetrical watches that break the horological mould

Whether twisted or geometrically distorted, these designs still work very well.

What’s the frequency? A guide to high-beat watches

Watch Education

13.10.24

What’s the frequency? A guide to high-beat watches

High-frequency movements can be a great conversation starter, but do you know why they exist and what makes them tick?

Nineties nostalgia – 10 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

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09.10.24

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Nineties nostalgia – 10 of the greatest watches from the 1990s

It may not feel that long ago for many of us, but some of the watches made in the '90s had a big impact on…

Timewarp treasures – 10 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

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21.09.24

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Timewarp treasures – 10 totally tubular watches from the 1980s

The '80s explosion in pop culture from movies to music videos, the golden age of celebrity, gave birth to many horological cult classics.

7 of the best deep dive watches that are a must for your next trip to the Mariana Trench

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21.09.24

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7 of the best deep dive watches that are a must for your next trip to the Mariana Trench

You might not need them, but they're very cool nevertheless.

Pop Culture

17.09.24

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This is how Hamilton became Hollywood’s go-to watch brand

From Shanghai Express to Dune, Hamilton is the movie watch brand.

The dark art of resonance in watches, how it works, and why it’s so rare

Watch Education

14.09.24

The dark art of resonance in watches, how it works, and why it’s so rare

Why are resonance watches so special, and why have only a handful of watchmakers actually made one?

The best stone dials that we have yet to see

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13.09.24

The best stone dials that we have yet to see

We've all seen lapis and onyx dials, but what about those beautiful stones that are seemingly forgotten by watchmaking?

Why are HMT watches underrated outside of India?

In Depth

18.08.24

Why are HMT watches underrated outside of India?

From Citizen roots to shutting down, HMT watches still offer plenty of value - but getting one is a different story.

In Depth

08.08.24

Credor: A history of the Seiko Corporation’s most enigmatic brand and its defining characteristics

With Credor largely sheltered in Japan, we dig into the history of Seiko's secretive brand and its defining characteristics.

10 of the best gold watches that’ll have a hard time staying undercover

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30.07.24

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10 of the best gold watches that’ll have a hard time staying undercover

The allure of gold will never wane, and these are the watches making the most of it.

Watches that prove lug-to-lug is the most important measurement

Watch Education

22.07.24

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Watches that prove lug-to-lug is the most important measurement

What is lug-to-lug, and why does it matter? Zach explores the idea, and gives some examples.

The ultimate guide to Miyota’s history and most common movements

Watch Education

20.07.24

The ultimate guide to Miyota’s history and most common movements

The Japanese movement powerhouse is well-known for its use in microbrands - but there's much more to it.

12 of the best lume dial watches that might blind you in the dark

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11.07.24

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12 of the best lume dial watches that might blind you in the dark

Here at Time+Tide, we are very fond of lume, so here is a list of some of the best full lume dial watches on the…

The Time+Tide team picks their favourite vintage watch ads

Lists

07.07.24

The Time+Tide team picks their favourite vintage watch ads

There are plenty of iconic watch ads, as well as some infamous ones, but what are the ads which resonated most with our team?

Buying Guides

01.07.24

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8 of the best Tiffany blue dial watches

Light teal, eggshell blue, turquoise... Whatever you want to call it, here's a list of watches that resemble Tiffany's famous shade.

What’s the difference between a “caller” and “traveller” GMT watch, and which is right for you?

Watch Education

30.06.24

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What’s the difference between a “caller” and “traveller” GMT watch, and which is right for you?

We explain the difference between the two main types of GMT watches, as well as the use cases for each.

The oddball Gérald Genta-designed Omega that everyone forgets about

In Depth

23.06.24

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The oddball Gérald Genta-designed Omega that everyone forgets about

Designed by Gérald Genta, launched as a quartz model, and iterated upon over the next decade, it's a fun-filled model from Omega's past.