Buying Guides Archives - Time+Tide Watches The Home of Watch Culture Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:30:21 +0000 en-AU hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.1.8 10 of the best perpetual calendar watches https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-perpetual-calendar-watches/ Thu, 14 Aug 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=146468 Often considered the pinnacle of watchmaking, these are some of the very best perpetual calendars you can find today.

The post 10 of the best perpetual calendar watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 8 of the most expensive quartz watches that prove you don’t need a mainspring to look like a millionaire https://timeandtidewatches.com/most-expensive-quartz-watches/ Wed, 13 Aug 2025 15:31:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=228059 Retro oddballs or haute horlogerie stunners, there's always a time and place for quartz movements, and these are some of the most expensive.

The post 8 of the most expensive quartz watches that prove you don’t need a mainspring to look like a millionaire appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> Best watches for kids if you want to start ’em young https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-for-kids/ Tue, 12 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=251841 The romance of wearing a wristwatch is a passion we all want to pass on to the next generation

The post Best watches for kids if you want to start ’em young appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 11 of the best mechanical watches for smaller wrists https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-for-smaller-wrists-buying-guides/ Sun, 03 Aug 2025 08:01:24 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=254320 Looking for the best watches for a smaller wrist? Zach has you covered.

The post 11 of the best mechanical watches for smaller wrists appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 6 alternatives to the Swatch x Blancpain Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms https://timeandtidewatches.com/swatch-blancpain-fifty-fathoms-alternatives/ Sat, 02 Aug 2025 08:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=194544 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?

The post 6 alternatives to the Swatch x Blancpain Bioceramic Scuba Fifty Fathoms appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 12 of the best moonphase watches making the most of the romantic complication https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-moonphase-watches/ Tue, 29 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=124175 Timeless and traditional, here's our guide to some of the best moonphase watches on the market.

The post 12 of the best moonphase watches making the most of the romantic complication appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 15 of the best summer watches, from colourful beach bums to refined yacht-dwellers https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-summer-watches/ Sun, 27 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=148818 Want to be summer-ready with a new, colourful watch? We've got you covered.

The post 15 of the best summer watches, from colourful beach bums to refined yacht-dwellers appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 7 of the best modern LED watches that are a total blast from the past https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-led-watches/ https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-led-watches/#respond Tue, 22 Jul 2025 13:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=69574 We run through some of the best modern LED watches that really connect today's buyers with the forward-thinking spirit of the 70's.

The post 7 of the best modern LED watches that are a total blast from the past appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-led-watches/feed/ 0 10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-fume-dial-watches/ Tue, 15 Jul 2025 21:00:41 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=253310 Smoky, sultry, retro and classy: no matter what you call them, fumé dials are a winning look.

The post 10 of the best and smokiest fumé dials you can buy today appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 8 of the best Casio G-Shocks, including icons old and new https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-casio-g-shock-watches/ Mon, 14 Jul 2025 21:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=234913 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 post 8 of the best Casio G-Shocks, including icons old and new appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 13 of the best ceramic watches that won’t show any scuffs for true watch buffs https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-ceramic-watches/ Sun, 13 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=150533 Snazzy and scratch-proof: this list contains bold perpetual calendars, stealthy pilot's watches, and unique divers.

The post 13 of the best ceramic watches that won’t show any scuffs for true watch buffs appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> Spectacular, not spooky: here are 12 of the best skeleton watches https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-skeleton-watches/ Sat, 12 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=200740 Because, let's face it, who among us isn’t at least a little bit of a horological voyeur?

The post Spectacular, not spooky: here are 12 of the best skeleton watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> Daily meets dressy: 10 of the best watches with robust elegance https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-robust-elegance-watches/ Tue, 08 Jul 2025 10:10:39 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=253028 Looking for a watch dressy enough to have a sense of elegance while having specifications that are robust enough for daily wear?

The post Daily meets dressy: 10 of the best watches with robust elegance appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-white-dial-watches/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=240330 Some of the most refreshing white dials to look at on the market today.

The post The 14 best white dial watches for a crisp, clean look at every price point appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 13 of the best jewellery watches from $400 to $400,000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-jewellery-watches/ Wed, 02 Jul 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=237556 For those looking to ball out, here are the watches that give you the best bling for your buck.

The post 13 of the best jewellery watches from $400 to $400,000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 6 of the best watches for photography nerds https://timeandtidewatches.com/watch-nerd-hobbies-photography/ Mon, 30 Jun 2025 08:31:59 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=223124 Need a watch to help you calculate exposures, or simply want one to match your Leica camera? This list might be for you.

The post 6 of the best watches for photography nerds appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 6 of the best sapphire watches https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-sapphire-case-watches/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=238879 Sapphire cases are still a rarity in watchmaking, but what's the difference between a five-figure and seven-figure example?

The post 6 of the best sapphire watches appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 10 of the best sustainable watches helping the environment https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-eco-friendly-watches/ Sun, 29 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=158319 Sustainability is a big focus for many watch brands - here are some that do it well.

The post 10 of the best sustainable watches helping the environment appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 9 of the best mother-of-pearl watches for all wrists, from $60 to $60,000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-mother-of-pearl-watches/ Sat, 28 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=237972 Mother-of-pearl dials are too often relegated to lazy, shrink-it-and-pink-it watches. Here are some that don't fall for that trope.

The post 9 of the best mother-of-pearl watches for all wrists, from $60 to $60,000 appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 16 of the best watches under $50,000, if you’re keen on buying a grail https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-under-50000/ Sun, 22 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=111570 With a US$50,000 budget, the sky's the limit. Well, $50k is. But you get the picture.

The post 16 of the best watches under $50,000, if you’re keen on buying a grail appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 12 of the best dive watches for all sorts of aquatic adventures https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-dive-watches/ Sat, 21 Jun 2025 06:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=207287 The diver has pretty much become the quintessential watch - and here are some of the best.

The post 12 of the best dive watches for all sorts of aquatic adventures appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 12 of the best watches under $10,000, for when you’re ready to add a real heavy-hitter to the collection https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-under-10000/ Tue, 17 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=110798 We take the best watches under $10,000 from our NOW Magazine.

The post 12 of the best watches under $10,000, for when you’re ready to add a real heavy-hitter to the collection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 12 of the best MIL-SPEC watches for soldiers and civvies alike https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-mil-spec-watches/ Thu, 12 Jun 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=100907 Simple, durable and with plenty of history behind them, we take a closer look at our favourite MIL-SPEC watches.

The post 12 of the best MIL-SPEC watches for soldiers and civvies alike appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> The Time+Tide Father’s Day gift guide, for all sorts of watch-loving dads https://timeandtidewatches.com/the-time-tide-fathers-day-gift-guide/ Wed, 11 Jun 2025 22:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=145892 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 watch-loving dad.

The post The Time+Tide Father’s Day gift guide, for all sorts of watch-loving dads appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 16 of the best watches under $5,000, for when you’re spending serious cash https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-under-5000/ Mon, 09 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=109697 After some more budget-friendly options, we enter a more luxurious realm.

The post 16 of the best watches under $5,000, for when you’re spending serious cash appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> The 6 best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less https://timeandtidewatches.com/affordable-integrated-bracelet-watches-buying-guide/ Sun, 08 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=236027 Perhaps the most popular style of watches today, these affordable integrated bracelet watches prove you don't need to remortgage to get one.

The post The 6 best options for an integrated bracelet sports watch for less appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 11 of the best triple register chronographs for timing perfection https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-tricompax-chronographs/ Tue, 03 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=236660 Three sub-dials on a watch is the go-to configuration for any chronograph, so we wanted to list the best on the market today.

The post 11 of the best triple register chronographs for timing perfection appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> Best watches under $1,000, featuring some bona fide classics and big micro players https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-watches-under-1000/ Mon, 02 Jun 2025 15:30:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=156472 For those with a little more cash to splash, here are some more bastions of great value from big and micro brands alike.

The post Best watches under $1,000, featuring some bona fide classics and big micro players appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 17 of the best Japanese watch brands from rugged value to Dufour-praiseworthy wonders https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-japanese-watch-brands/ Sun, 01 Jun 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/?p=135132 We all know and love Seiko and Casio, but what about lesser-known, but equally as amazing brands from Japan?

The post 17 of the best Japanese watch brands from rugged value to Dufour-praiseworthy wonders appeared first on Time+Tide Watches.]]> 12 of the best GMT watches for tracking the time all around the globe https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-gmt-watches/ https://timeandtidewatches.com/best-gmt-watches/#respond Sat, 31 May 2025 07:00:00 +0000 https://timeandtidewatches.com/2020/01/17/best-gmt-watches/ Being able to track multiple time zones at once is both practical and romantic - here are some of the best watches that can.

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