Is steel harder than titanium? Can sapphire actually be scratched by your keys? Buffy finds out.
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We explain the difference between the two main types of GMT watches, as well as the use cases for each.
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Understanding ETA’s best-selling calibres will give you an insight into most Swiss watches, so here are the most important ones.
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Borna explores where the art of skeletonisation came from, and what the word encapsulates today.
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“How waterproof is my watch?” is a very common question that we get asked here at Time+Tide, so here, we break down what water resistance ratings actually mean.
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There’s plenty of watch indexes out there these days, but how useful are they really?
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As far as chronometer certifications go, there’s no standard that is more misunderstood than the one set by METAS. We explain what it entails.
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We cut through the marketing spin with a guide to the main grades or alloys of stainless steel used in modern watchmaking.
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We explain the difference between COSC, METAS, Superlative, and any other chronometer certification method.
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Buffy explores the 1970s trend that is back in full swing, and how far your money actually goes.
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