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Vario broadens its range with a new field watch with a twist, the new 1945 A-11S WW2

Micro Mondays

02.06.25

Vario broadens its range with a new field watch with a twist, the new 1945 A-11S WW2

A solar quartz-powered, military-inspired field watch with specs that pack a punch in an affordable package.

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

Lists

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.

Oris continues its annual tradition with a luminous twist for 2025’s Hölstein Edition

Introducing

02.06.25

Oris continues its annual tradition with a luminous twist for 2025’s Hölstein Edition

The first Big Crown ProPilot without a date window, this full lume dial Oris has a bear-shaped Easter egg.

Vintage stunners, quartz oddities, and a highly unusual Cartier to hit Watches of Knightsbridge auction block

Auctions

01.06.25

Vintage stunners, quartz oddities, and a highly unusual Cartier to hit Watches of Knightsbridge auction block

From Geneva to London: 2025's impressive run of watch auctions continues, with Watches of Knightsbridge offering up some heat.

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

Buying Guides

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?

New releases from Oris, Arnold & Son, Longines and more

Last Week in Watches

01.06.25

New releases from Oris, Arnold & Son, Longines and more

Longines drastically expands the Conquest collection, Oris releases another Hölstein edition, and Leica offers its first green dials.

The Seiko Sportsmatic 5: A beloved daily-wearer since 1963

The Icons

31.05.25

The Seiko Sportsmatic 5: A beloved daily-wearer since 1963

Born to adhere to five design elements, the Seiko 5 Sports watch has been a go-to starter, daily-wearer watch for over 6 decades.

12 of the best GMT watches for tracking the time all around the globe

Buying Guides

31.05.25

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12 of the best GMT watches for tracking the time all around the globe

Being able to track multiple time zones at once is both practical and romantic - here are some of the best watches that can.

Hands On

31.05.25

The Yema Granvelle CMM.20 is the French brand’s entry into the shaped watch trend

The Granvelle departs from the brand's usual dive aesthetic, with a shapely tribute to palatial arches.

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

Buying Guides

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.

Zach attends his first Indy 500 with TAG Heuer

Friday Wind Down

30.05.25

Zach attends his first Indy 500 with TAG Heuer

Our driver's license-less NYC-based Editor discovered he's actually quite a fan of IndyCar last week.

A three-pronged assault: a trio of our favourite Elliot Brown watches in the Time+Tide Shop

In The Shop

30.05.25

A three-pronged assault: a trio of our favourite Elliot Brown watches in the Time+Tide Shop

These three Elliot Browns - a field watch, a diver and a unique GMT - epitomise the British indie's robust offerings.

11 of the best Gérald Genta designs for other brands

Lists

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.

23 years and 6 months with the Rolex Daytona

Watch Reviews

29.05.25

23 years and 6 months with the Rolex Daytona

The Rolex Daytona 126500 might be the best the legendary watch has ever been - but as Tom explains, it was definitely worth the wait.

Cauny teams up with legendary architect Tadao Ando to give ‘Apple watch’ a whole new meaning

Introducing

29.05.25

Cauny teams up with legendary architect Tadao Ando to give ‘Apple watch’ a whole new meaning

The historic Swiss brand teams up with one of Japan's most acclaimed architects on a playful, design-forward quartz watch.

Leica expands its burgeoning watch range with their first green dials (and Milanese bracelet!)

Introducing

28.05.25

Leica expands its burgeoning watch range with their first green dials (and Milanese bracelet!)

Leica's flagship ZM 1 and ZM 2 models get an 'Urban Green' makeover, sporting beautiful green fumé dials - a first for the brand.

Baume & Mercier give enthusiasts what they want, expanding the Riviera range with panda dials and a flyback chrono

Introducing

28.05.25

Baume & Mercier give enthusiasts what they want, expanding the Riviera range with panda dials and a flyback chrono

A flyback chronograph makes a return to the Riviera range, and for the first time ever, we also get a Riviera Chrono with a panda…

A quartet of new Seiko 5 Sports SKX Series models brings back the 7002 diver, kinda

Hands On

28.05.25

A quartet of new Seiko 5 Sports SKX Series models brings back the 7002 diver, kinda

With a few small tweaks and a splash of bright colour, Seiko brings back the 7002 to the 5KX.

The best watches under $500, from sturdy stocking dailies to retro throwbacks

Buying Guides

27.05.25

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The best watches under $500, from sturdy stocking dailies to retro throwbacks

We pick the best watches under $500 - how hard could it be?

Charles Leclerc’s new RM 72-01 is his next collab with long-time supporter Richard Mille

Introducing

27.05.25

Charles Leclerc’s new RM 72-01 is his next collab with long-time supporter Richard Mille

Podium finish in Monaco, and a serious timekeeper on the wrist.

Plastic fantastic: the 8 best plastic watches

Buying Guides

27.05.25

Plastic fantastic: the 8 best plastic watches

Plastic doesn't have to equal cheap - here are the watches to prove it.

Selten’s Métiers d’Art Collection showcases artisanal enamelled dials that won’t break the bank

Micro Mondays

26.05.25

Selten’s Métiers d’Art Collection showcases artisanal enamelled dials that won’t break the bank

Hong Kong's Selten offers exceptional patterned grand feu enamel dials at an exceptionally affordable price.

Could Omega’s signing of Aaron Taylor-Johnson as an ambassador confirm him as James Bond?

News

26.05.25

Could Omega’s signing of Aaron Taylor-Johnson as an ambassador confirm him as James Bond?

The British actor has long been the frontrunner for the next 007, but signing with Omega might mean the deal's been finally sealed.

12 of the best stone dials from labradorite to pietersite

Buying Guides

26.05.25

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12 of the best stone dials from labradorite to pietersite

There's a stone dial watch our there to suit most tastes.

The new 417 ES Heritage Flyback is the result of Hanhart listening to its customers

Hands On

25.05.25

The new 417 ES Heritage Flyback is the result of Hanhart listening to its customers

New movement, new functions, and a cute red pusher.

7 of the best marquetry dials showing off the incredible intricacies of this art

Buying Guides

25.05.25

7 of the best marquetry dials showing off the incredible intricacies of this art

Marquetry is a niche endeavour, but the results are astonishing, with the melange of natural materials making up wonderful paysages.

New releases from anOrdain, Bulgari, Unimatic and more

Last Week in Watches

25.05.25

New releases from anOrdain, Bulgari, Unimatic and more

High-end Bulgaris, a trio of TAG Heuer Monacos, a new collection from MB&F and porcelain dials from anOrdain dropped this week.

Why Patek Philippe’s latest annual calendar is a stickler’s dream (or nightmare)

Opinion

24.05.25

Why Patek Philippe’s latest annual calendar is a stickler’s dream (or nightmare)

When you look closer at this Patek Philippe annual calendar, its seemingly perfect symmetry begins to unravel - as opined by a self-professed nitpicker.

Stop the clock: TAG Heuer’s latest retro-tastic Monaco is inspired by Heuer’s iconic Formula 1 stopwatches

Introducing

23.05.25

Stop the clock: TAG Heuer’s latest retro-tastic Monaco is inspired by Heuer’s iconic Formula 1 stopwatches

With TAG Heuer back as F1's official timekeeper, this Monaco's design is inspired by iconic Heuer instruments from the 60s and 70s.

The Gulf x TAG Heuer Monaco makes its return in sandblasted titanium

Introducing

23.05.25

The Gulf x TAG Heuer Monaco makes its return in sandblasted titanium

Gulf liveries, Monaco glam: TAG Heuer channel Steve McQueen with their latest Gulf-branded Monaco.

TAG Heuer unveils the ultimate Monaco in the ultimate material for the eponymous Grand Prix

Introducing

23.05.25

TAG Heuer unveils the ultimate Monaco in the ultimate material for the eponymous Grand Prix

TH-Titanium is the latest development to come from TAG Heuer's labs.

Panerai took over our Melbourne Discovery Studio last night to deep dive into their 2025 releases

Friday Wind Down

23.05.25

Panerai took over our Melbourne Discovery Studio last night to deep dive into their 2025 releases

Lots of Negronis, lots of Luminors.

Longines expands the Spirit Zulu Time range with the 100th anniversary-marking 1925 collection

Introducing

23.05.25

Longines expands the Spirit Zulu Time range with the 100th anniversary-marking 1925 collection

Longines celebrates the 100-year anniversary of its first dual time wristwatch by unveiling three new colourways for the Spirit Zulu Time.

Who says squares are boring? Hublot’s latest Square Bang has a tourbillon twist

Introducing

22.05.25

Who says squares are boring? Hublot’s latest Square Bang has a tourbillon twist

The Hublot Square Bang Tourbillon 4-Day Power Reserve raises the bar for Square Bangs, debuting an architectural, shaped movement.

Zenith brings the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar into the modern-day stone age with a fresh lapis lazuli dial

Introducing

22.05.25

Zenith brings the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar into the modern-day stone age with a fresh lapis lazuli dial

Zenith's 160th anniversary celebrations continue with a rich blue precious stone take on the Chronomaster Original Triple Calendar.

Auctions

22.05.25

The highlights from Geneva’s 2025 watch auction season, from on the ground

BIg results, even bigger vibes.

McGonigle lifts covers off the Ogma, the masterpiece that sold out sight unseen

Introducing

21.05.25

McGonigle lifts covers off the Ogma, the masterpiece that sold out sight unseen

Would you buy a watch without knowing what it looked like? Maybe, if it was made by Stephen McGonigle.

Introducing

21.05.25

The Chanel J12 X-Ray bares all of the brand’s watchmaking skill in full transparency

All on show, all the time.

The SP One is the smallest, simplest MB&F yet – but loses none of its avant-garde appeal

Introducing

20.05.25

The SP One is the smallest, simplest MB&F yet – but loses none of its avant-garde appeal

Have you ever asked yourself what an MB&F dress watch would look like? The SP One is the answer.

Beaubleu, Briston, and Herbelin – the ideal French watch ménage à trois?

Video

20.05.25

Beaubleu, Briston, and Herbelin – the ideal French watch ménage à trois?

We've assembled an affordable three-watch collection of vastly different styles from a trio of French brands.

Franck Muller ditches subtlety for high jewellery with the Round Triple Mystery

Introducing

20.05.25

Franck Muller ditches subtlety for high jewellery with the Round Triple Mystery

Strictly speaking, this is the least mysterious 'Mystery' watch Franck Muller has ever made - but it's no less impressive.

Micro Mondays

19.05.25

The Monceau Model 01 gives a defunct brand a new lease on life

Escapement24's Simon Ryan brings back Monceau with the Model 01.

Is the Panerai Luminor Marina Titanio the best daily wearer Luminor yet?

Watch Reviews

19.05.25

Is the Panerai Luminor Marina Titanio the best daily wearer Luminor yet?

Thinner, lighter and more water-resistant than previous Luminor Marina models, is this green-dialled titanium number the pick of the litter?

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

Buying Guides

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?

Bulgari brings us a new vision of the Serpenti with the Aeterna

Hands On

18.05.25

Bulgari brings us a new vision of the Serpenti with the Aeterna

A new, pared-back look for the Serpenti brings this iconic design to its most essential elements in this new jewellery watch.

New releases from Daniel Roth, Hamilton, Breguet and more

Last Week in Watches

18.05.25

New releases from Daniel Roth, Hamilton, Breguet and more

Two of the oldest watchmakers in the world, Vacheron Constantin and Breguet, celebrate this milestone year in style, headlining this week.

Toledano & Chan presents the B/1.2, with subtle changes to their brutalist bestseller

Video

17.05.25

Toledano & Chan presents the B/1.2, with subtle changes to their brutalist bestseller

Toledano & Chan B/1.2 orders open May 17, 9 am EST

G-Crocs? Casio and Crocs team up on a pair of clogs you can mount a CasiOak to

Watch Culture

17.05.25

G-Crocs? Casio and Crocs team up on a pair of clogs you can mount a CasiOak to

This is peak ugly-chic.

We hosted an evening with a world record ocean rower and Fears, all for a good cause

Events

17.05.25

We hosted an evening with a world record ocean rower and Fears, all for a good cause

Angus Collins is set to take on a challenge no one else has achieved - rowing unassisted around the UK - while raising money for…

Breguet debuts new 38mm Tradition Seconde Rétrograde for its second 250th anniversary release

Introducing

16.05.25

Breguet debuts new 38mm Tradition Seconde Rétrograde for its second 250th anniversary release

Forget Hansel... Breguet - so hot right now.

Zach visits Axiom Space & NASA in Houston with Omega in honour of 60 years of Speedmaster flight certification

Friday Wind Down

16.05.25

Zach visits Axiom Space & NASA in Houston with Omega in honour of 60 years of Speedmaster flight certification

Turns out astronauts still use Speedies in space, for one very good reason.

Serica teams up with the French Navy bomb disposal squad for their new dive watch

Introducing

16.05.25

Serica teams up with the French Navy bomb disposal squad for their new dive watch

Serica makes a dive watch designed to help those who diffuse bombs and mines for a living in the French Navy.

The Omega Railmaster returns – do we have Cillian Murphy to thank?

Introducing

15.05.25

The Omega Railmaster returns – do we have Cillian Murphy to thank?

Simple and stylish, the Omega Railmaster makes a welcome return after a lengthy hiatus.

Naoya Hida releases the Type 6A perpetual calendar, rivalling equivalent Patek Philippe models (at least in price)

Introducing

15.05.25

Naoya Hida releases the Type 6A perpetual calendar, rivalling equivalent Patek Philippe models (at least in price)

Naoya Hida presents their most complicated watch yet, powered by a Habring and Dubois-Dépraz perpetual calendar calibre.

8 of the best orange dial watches for those who need some vitamin C

Buying Guides

15.05.25

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8 of the best orange dial watches for those who need some vitamin C

Orange isn't really a colour that comes up too often in the dial conversation, but when it does, it often produces amazing results.

The Beaucroft Element: equal parts elegance and robustness, and now in the Time+Tide Shop!

In The Shop

14.05.25

The Beaucroft Element: equal parts elegance and robustness, and now in the Time+Tide Shop!

The Cambridge-based indie is now in the Time+Tide Shop, so we thought we'd do a deeper review on their Element GADA watch.

Girard-Perregaux and Bamford join forces to unveil a retro classic from the past, the Deep Diver

Introducing

14.05.25

Girard-Perregaux and Bamford join forces to unveil a retro classic from the past, the Deep Diver

GP reimagines a funky dive watch from its 70s back catalogue with the help of British bespoke atelier Bamford Watch Department.

Vacheron Constantin brings a minute repeater to the Overseas for the first time with the Grand Complication Openface

Introducing

13.05.25

Vacheron Constantin brings a minute repeater to the Overseas for the first time with the Grand Complication Openface

Vacheron Constantin continues its 270th anniversary celebrations in dramatic style with an extremely complicated titanium Overseas.

The 8 best sailing watches to wear on the open seas

Buying Guides

13.05.25

The 8 best sailing watches to wear on the open seas

Hitting the open water? We highly recommend adding one of these watches to your kit list before setting sail.

Tennis comes to the fore with the HTD Tennis Sport

Micro Mondays

12.05.25

Tennis comes to the fore with the HTD Tennis Sport

Italian indie HTD serves up a slim, playful sports watch entirely dedicated to tennis.

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

Lists

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.

Everything you need to know about Dubai Watch Week 2025

Events

12.05.25

Everything you need to know about Dubai Watch Week 2025

It's been around for 10 years and 2025 is set to be its biggest edition to date, with over 90 brands taking part.

We take a look at Panerai’s Watches and Wonders 2025 high watchmaking

In Depth

11.05.25

We take a look at Panerai’s Watches and Wonders 2025 high watchmaking

Diving into the new Panerai Luminor Perpetual Calendar GMT Platinumtech and crazy Jupiterium clock.