Friday, May 22 2015
articles: 11
BEST FROM: aBlogtoWatch & Friends May 22, 2015
We have recently introduced a new series called "Cost of Entry" which features the most affordable model offered by a popular watch company, and we are kicking the series off with none other than Rolex. Speaking of Rolex, we are also taking a close look at their sister …
Patek Philippe Ref. 5170G-010 Chronograph Hands-On
The original 5170 was introduced in 2010, in a yellow gold case, replacing the 5070. It was the first reference powered by Patek Philippe’s in-house caliber CH 29-535 PS. Subsequently, in 2013, Patek introduced the 5170 in white gold with a white dial (5170G-001). And now, …
Smith & Bradley Heritage American-Made Watch Hands-On
When it comes to the watch brands, every one of them is crafting a story around what they are creating. For some, the focus is on lineage, while others focus more on the affordability of their designs. For the newer, smaller brands, this is even more critical. With Smith & …
Introducing the RJ-Romain Jerome Skylab 48
When it comes to RJ-Romain Jerome, they do certainly have a distinctive way of going about things. They like to create watches with unique materials (say, using metal from the Titanic) and interesting dials (my favorite? The Batman DNA, of course!) Often, the focus is on …
MY WATCH STORY: George’s Omega Speedmaster (Cal 321)
On June the 1st, we will be launching one of the most significant stories ever to be published on Time+Tide; the recent celebration of ‘the first watch on the moon’, the Omega Speedmaster, in Houston. The location was fitting, because this event was truly bigger than Texas. …
Breitling Transocean 38 Watch Review
When it comes to aviation-related luxury watches, Breitling is a name that is likely familiar to most people. As for myself, while I have been aware of the brand, I never really saw any watches in their lineup that appealed to me. To begin with, I am not a pilot, so most of …
FRIDAY WIND DOWN: 22nd May, 2015
It’s been another big week in the Time+Tide office. But this week will pale into insignificance compared to next week, our first ever Australian Watch Week. It’s going to be a good one. What happened. Well. This just showed up in the office. We got a little excited. We may …
Omega’s New Seamaster DIVER 300M ETNZ And Previous America’s Cup Models
Omega has a long time partnership with the Emirates Team New Zealand (ETNZ). In 1995, Omega started with the Sir Peter Blake’s American’s Cup campaign and again in 2000. You might remember the Omega Seamaster 300M America’s Cup edition with white gold bezel from that time …
Bring A Loupe: A Killer Vintage AP Chronograph In Pink Gold, A Heuer Monaco "Dark Lord," A Big Red Daytona With Full Kit, …
In this week's Bring A Loupe, we've got a wide range of incredibly rare vintage pieces – some of which are offered by dealers that are, more or less, "off the grid," but that I've encountered in my travels – and rare and special contemporary pieces from modern …
ANNOUNCING: Australian Watch Week
Australia is renowned for a great many things; beaches, beer (but not Fosters, for the love of God, never Fosters) and a wide range of animals that can kill you for example. Australia is not, however, known for watchmaking . Or, lesser still, knowing anything about the …
INTRODUCING: The Cartier Tank Louis Cartier Skeleton Sapphire
The story in a second: Introducing a new Tank model isn’t easy – Cartier have to successfully balance the century old history of the watch with the need to look to the future. They got that balance right on this one. The Cartier Tank, like all iconic designs, has to deal …
