Earlier this year, Omega revived one of its iconic watches, the 1980s-inspired Constellation watch with its characteristic case shape, its bezel with claws and a trendy integrated bracelet or strap. Based on the bold Constellation ‘Manhattan’ concept, the 2020 models brought a cleaner design, some textured dials and mostly a mechanical update with Master Chronometer […]
Following up on last year’s inaugural AVERAU Collection, Italian microbrand echo/neutra is launching a second series to honour the 1956 Winter Olympics VII, held in Cortina d’Ampezzo, Italy. These games had the largest number of participating countries at the time, 32 nations, and were the first Winter Olympics televised to a multi-national audience. The new […]
Recently, a reader from the Land of the Free dropped us a line asking if we could help with a conundrum he’d been having. You see, this lovely fellow and his wife are soon to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, and he wants to purchase a matching his and hers set of timepieces to mark the occasion. Trouble is, there are so many options to choose from; he doesn’t know where to start. So, we thought we’d lend a hand. Alex, these are four of the watches you should be keeping an eye out for. Rolex Datejust Perhaps the most important Rolex ever created, the Datejust is a true icon of horology, and pretty much every wristwatch you see today owes the humble DJ a debt of gratitude. Why? Well, when the iconic moniker was unveiled way back in 1945, it was the first wristwatch in the world to come equipped with a self-changing date complication. That may not sound profound by today’s standards, but at the time, it was a huge leap forward, and it’s a characteristic that can be found on almost all timepieces today. History lesson aside, the Datejust is just a plain brilliant watch –…
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Recently, a reader from the Land of the Free dropped us a line asking if we could help with a conundrum he’d been having. You see, this lovely fellow and his wife are soon to celebrate their 20th wedding anniversary, and he wants to purchase a matching his and hers set of timepieces to mark the occasion. Trouble is, there are so many options to choose from; he doesn’t know where to start. So, we thought we’d lend a hand. Alex, these are four of the watches you should be keeping an eye out for. Rolex Datejust Perhaps the most important Rolex ever created, the Datejust is a true icon of horology, and pretty much every wristwatch you see today owes the humble DJ a debt of gratitude. Why? Well, when the iconic moniker was unveiled way back in 1945, it was the first wristwatch in the world to come equipped with a self-changing date complication. That may not sound profound by today’s standards, but at the time, it was a huge leap forward, and it’s a characteristic that can be found on almost all timepieces today. History lesson aside, the Datejust is just a plain brilliant watch –…
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The past 20 years have been a particularly rich period for the watchmaking world. Fortunately, a new book is being published which aims to provide a comprehensive reference for industry professionals as well as for those who simply love beautiful watches. Here’s the Millennium Watch Book. The Millennium Watch Book is a collective work assembled […]
If you’ve ever dropped into the Time+Tide HQ in Melbourne to pick up a copy of NOW Magazine or try on a DOXA, chances are that you were greeted by the effervescently charming Khando. She has been a member of the team since the second half of last year, and previously worked in the fashion industry with a number of international brands. As a result, most mornings begin with Khando arriving at the office wearing a piece from the latest Acne or Balenciaga collection. But, disturbingly, without a nice wristwatch. To solve this troubling issue, and being the smart negotiator and savvy salesperson that she is, Khando managed – in a matter of days not weeks as part of the T+T team – to acquire a watch on indefinite loan. Think of it as a peppercorn in legal parlance, where an agreement has been arrived at with very little specified on the actual terms of the deal. The watch in question is none other than the Seiko SRPC91K “Save The Ocean” Turtle. An admitted lateral step from the runways of Paris and Milan that Khando is more used to, but an important part of her daily routine nonetheless. So until a…
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If you’ve ever dropped into the Time+Tide HQ in Melbourne to pick up a copy of NOW Magazine or try on a DOXA, chances are that you were greeted by the effervescently charming Khando. She has been a member of the team since the second half of last year, and previously worked in the fashion industry with a number of international brands. As a result, most mornings begin with Khando arriving at the office wearing a piece from the latest Acne or Balenciaga collection. But, disturbingly, without a nice wristwatch. To solve this troubling issue, and being the smart negotiator and savvy salesperson that she is, Khando managed – in a matter of days not weeks as part of the T+T team – to acquire a watch on indefinite loan. Think of it as a peppercorn in legal parlance, where an agreement has been arrived at with very little specified on the actual terms of the deal. The watch in question is none other than the Seiko SRPC91K “Save The Ocean” Turtle. An admitted lateral step from the runways of Paris and Milan that Khando is more used to, but an important part of her daily routine nonetheless. So until a…
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Editor’s note: When people talk about the Grand Seiko Snowflake as being one watch, they are in fact forgoing the many and varied shades of snow that Grand Seiko has showered us with since the OG became almost a pillar in itself. Here, we choose a Snowflake for every season, to show the nuance and subtle colourings that distinguish each model and show its versatility. By the end of this detailed article, you should know which particular type of snowflake is right for you. For many, Grand Seiko is synonymous with Snowflake, and for years there was only one Grand Seiko Snowflake to choose. Now, as the prestigious Japanese brand becomes better known in the world, that landscape is changing, with more of those delicate, gorgeous dials making their way across the world. And, in the manner of Vivaldi’s most famous work, we’re breaking it down, four seasons-style. Spring – Grand Seiko Snowflake SBGA259 Spring is brought to us courtesy of the SBGA259, which doesn’t deviate too much from the original, but adds a few blossoming buds of colour in the form of gold-tone hands and dial markers. In a contrast that only seems to make the white of the dial…
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Editor’s note: When people talk about the Grand Seiko Snowflake as being one watch, they are in fact forgoing the many and varied shades of snow that Grand Seiko has showered us with since the OG became almost a pillar in itself. Here, we choose a Snowflake for every season, to show the nuance and subtle colourings that distinguish each model and show its versatility. By the end of this detailed article, you should know which particular type of snowflake is right for you. For many, Grand Seiko is synonymous with Snowflake, and for years there was only one Grand Seiko Snowflake to choose. Now, as the prestigious Japanese brand becomes better known in the world, that landscape is changing, with more of those delicate, gorgeous dials making their way across the world. And, in the manner of Vivaldi’s most famous work, we’re breaking it down, four seasons-style. Spring – Grand Seiko Snowflake SBGA259 Spring is brought to us courtesy of the SBGA259, which doesn’t deviate too much from the original, but adds a few blossoming buds of colour in the form of gold-tone hands and dial markers. In a contrast that only seems to make the white of the dial…
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Three new references from the fifth-generation men’s collection.