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INTRODUCING: The Louis Erard Excellence Régulateur dazzles with a trio of exotic dials
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INTRODUCING: The Louis Erard Excellence Régulateur dazzles with a trio of exotic dials

Are the bold, dazzling stone dials of yesteryear making a comeback? After the unexpected releases from H.Moser earlier this year it does seem like it,…
INTRODUCING: IWC’s true blue special edition supports the Laureus Foundation
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INTRODUCING: IWC’s true blue special edition supports the Laureus Foundation

In a world where the daily struggles of life may seem too much to bear, sports can routinely provide a much needed escape. This escape…
INTRODUCING: The 2021 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore reinvigorates the original design
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INTRODUCING: The 2021 Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Offshore reinvigorates the original design

In 1989, designer Emmanuel Gueit, who, at the time, worked for Audemars Piguet, presented a conceptual sketch that introduced a more robust take on the…
Geneva Watch Days: My three favourites so far. Mood? Mind-blown!
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Geneva Watch Days: My three favourites so far. Mood? Mind-blown!

After only one day at Geneva Watch Days, my synapses are already on the verge of becoming fried, from the incessant barrage of impressions and…
INTRODUCING: The Oris Aquis Date Upcycle made from recycled plastic
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INTRODUCING: The Oris Aquis Date Upcycle made from recycled plastic

According to UN Environment, every year as many as 13 million tonnes of plastic leak into the oceans – which is the equivalent of a…
EDITOR’S PICK: The Tudor Pelagos vs the Rolex Submariner – which is the better dive watch?
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EDITOR’S PICK: The Tudor Pelagos vs the Rolex Submariner – which is the better dive watch?

Is the Tudor Pelagos a better dive watch than the Rolex Submariner? Bruce Duguay weighs in.
Introducing: Grand Seiko’s time only trio of limited edition green machines
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Introducing: Grand Seiko’s time only trio of limited edition green machines

There is an appeal to a time only watch that is undeniable. The ability to pick it up at a moment’s notice, simply set the…
The Bulgari Aluminium GMT is the ultimate travel-cool watch for your next summer holiday
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The Bulgari Aluminium GMT is the ultimate travel-cool watch for your next summer holiday

I have a secret crush and an unrequited love for metal. Not the usual dazzle of gold or techy titanium, but another silk surfaced alloy,…
Bamford takes a step out of their comfort zone with a cracking monopusher chronograph    
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Bamford takes a step out of their comfort zone with a cracking monopusher chronograph    

Walk into a room of watch enthusiasts and mention Bamford London. The first thing that comes to the mind of pretty much anyone you talk…
MICRO MONDAYS: Go green with the About Vintage x Kristian Haagen 1970 GMT
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MICRO MONDAYS: Go green with the About Vintage x Kristian Haagen 1970 GMT

How many times have you ever turned to a buddy and said: “We should start our own watch brand”. Picture this: two childhood friends on…
IN-DEPTH: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Blue Ceramic shows the evolution of the sports watch
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IN-DEPTH: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Blue Ceramic shows the evolution of the sports watch

The domination of blue-dialled steel sports watches has been slowly diminishing in the public eye lately, as waves of innovation are beginning to overtake the…
HANDS-ON: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Ceramic shows a brand intent on innovation
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HANDS-ON: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Ceramic shows a brand intent on innovation

The Big Bang range of watches isn’t just about what consumers want, it’s also Hublot’s love letter to watchmaking. Whether it’s a new material, movement,…
VIDEO: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Ceramic Collection offers high-tech architecture for the wrist
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VIDEO: The Hublot Big Bang Integral Ceramic Collection offers high-tech architecture for the wrist

While blue-dialled steel sports watches continue to skyrocket in price amongst collectors, the general public’s eye is quickly turning towards more exciting materials, particularly in…
An owner’s guide to the pros, cons and timeless style of the Doxa SUB 200
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An owner’s guide to the pros, cons and timeless style of the Doxa SUB 200

The Doxa SUB 200 harks back to a golden era in recreational diving timepieces. Released in 2019, it’s an affordable, Swiss-made 200m water-resistant three-hander with…
VIDEO: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional is a deep-sea spec monster
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VIDEO: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional is a deep-sea spec monster

The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional isn’t afraid to be its own beast, with confident yet controlled proportions that match its ambition as a tough 600m…
The Audemars Piguet 2021 Women novelties are so hot any gender would wear them
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The Audemars Piguet 2021 Women novelties are so hot any gender would wear them

Gendering watches has been a hot topic as of late, and for good reason because there is room for growth in perspective from both enthusiasts…
The RZE Valour delivers a titanium build and head-turning looks for a great price
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The RZE Valour delivers a titanium build and head-turning looks for a great price

Although RZE would consider themselves “modern vintage”, the Valour just oozes retro charm, with its most modern traits being its quality, technological upgrades and colour…
The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Ti 230 smashes my preconceptions of a Genta classic
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The Girard-Perregaux Laureato Absolute Ti 230 smashes my preconceptions of a Genta classic

I might not be the most objective person in our team to write this story, given my well-known love affair with the slim, and, to…
A Week On The Wrist: How the DOXA Sub 300 Divingstar inspired me to buy SCUBA gear
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A Week On The Wrist: How the DOXA Sub 300 Divingstar inspired me to buy SCUBA gear

On my wrist is something that embodies many a daydream. Jaques-Yves Costeau, Dirk Pitt, sixties cool and the carefree life of mid-century Europe in the…
VIDEO: The Seiko SPB217J is an unsung hero of modern-day Seiko
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VIDEO: The Seiko SPB217J is an unsung hero of modern-day Seiko

It’s always hard to call something a bargain over $2000AUD, and as Seiko’s releases in the upper price brackets balloon, the line between Seiko and…
VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original White is a faithful remake of a chronograph classic
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VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original White is a faithful remake of a chronograph classic

 It’s no secret that vintage reissues have taken centre stage for the last couple of years. No matter how innovative a brand may be, there’s…
VIDEO: The Bamford x Revolution GMT Joe Cool will light you up with smiles (and a shed-ton of lume)
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VIDEO: The Bamford x Revolution GMT Joe Cool will light you up with smiles (and a shed-ton of lume)

Imagine an amalgamation of James Dean and the Fonz pepped up with some Bryan Ferry elan and Steve McQueen swagger.  Sure, that’s a formidable combination,…
HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection offers vintage perfection on a 38mm dial
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HANDS-ON: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection offers vintage perfection on a 38mm dial

Zenith have a track record for having their fingers on the pulse of the watch world. In the ‘60s, they spent nearly the entire decade…
VIDEO: The Seiko SPB239J is a retro-styled crowd pleaser
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VIDEO: The Seiko SPB239J is a retro-styled crowd pleaser

The craze for the Seiko 62MAS style shows no signs of slowing down, with the release of this SPB239J essentially confirming the brand’s intention to…
VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection hits the sweet spot in three different forms
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VIDEO: The Zenith Chronomaster Original Collection hits the sweet spot in three different forms

In the 1960s, Zenith developed the El Primero to be the world’s first integrated automatic chronograph movement. Back then the world was crying out for…
Cheap Bastard: The Undone Urban 34 Killy Black Rose is a $300 tangerine dream
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Cheap Bastard: The Undone Urban 34 Killy Black Rose is a $300 tangerine dream

Unlike my erudite and learned colleagues on this website, those who have read this column in the past will know my horological lusts aren’t governed…
HANDS-ON: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Powermatic 80 combines great value with hardcore performance
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HANDS-ON: The Tissot Seastar 2000 Professional Powermatic 80 combines great value with hardcore performance

With the barrage of vintage reissue divers on the market, it can be a relief to see a watch that isn’t afraid to play it…
EDITOR’S PICK: Is the shockingly light G-Shock GMW-B5000TCM in titanium worth the price premium?
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EDITOR’S PICK: Is the shockingly light G-Shock GMW-B5000TCM in titanium worth the price premium?

EDITOR’S PICK: The G-Shock remains an enduring favourite for combining a super-tough build with a very accessible price point. But with the brand now launching…
VIDEO: 5 surprising things we learned about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport, including why there’s a wait list
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VIDEO: 5 surprising things we learned about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport, including why there’s a wait list

Nearly everything about the Zenith Chronomaster Sport has been surprising. “Game changer” is a phrase overused to a point of redundancy, but that’s what this…
OWNER’S REVIEW: a month in with the Kurono Anniversary 朱鷺:Toki
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OWNER’S REVIEW: a month in with the Kurono Anniversary 朱鷺:Toki

At this stage in my collection I look for variety. Truth be told, I have already ticked a lot boxes: a stainless-steel professional Rolex, a…
INTRODUCING: The Seiko Custom Watch Beatmaker SRPH19K
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INTRODUCING: The Seiko Custom Watch Beatmaker SRPH19K

When it comes to evaluating a new watch, many of us play the “what if” game. What if the watch had a blue dial? What…
Cheap Bastard: The K14 oozes hex appeal in neon blue for $140!
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Cheap Bastard: The K14 oozes hex appeal in neon blue for $140!

Let’s talk about hex. And not in the curse way but in the cast-a-spell way. Because the hexagonal silhouette of the K14 from Klasse14 is…
There’s a new Tank in town: The Longines DolceVita adds sector dials to its range
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There’s a new Tank in town: The Longines DolceVita adds sector dials to its range

Earlier this year, Longines added two new Art Deco sector dialled automatic watches to their DolceVita Collection. The collection is the brand’s answer to a…
Watching the Euro 2020 final with the Hublot Big Bang e UEFA EURO 2020
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Watching the Euro 2020 final with the Hublot Big Bang e UEFA EURO 2020

Since Euro 2020 begun, I’ve found myself actively modelling myself on Gareth Southgate even more than I have been over the past few years. The…
The Tudor Black Bay Bronze 58 is the first Tudor I’ve bought in over 5 years, these are the reasons why…
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The Tudor Black Bay Bronze 58 is the first Tudor I’ve bought in over 5 years, these are the reasons why…

I still clearly and plainly remember the day I first saw a Tudor Black Bay. It happened to be my first ever Basel. The year…
VIDEO: The mesmerising dial of the icy blue Grand Seiko SBGY007
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VIDEO: The mesmerising dial of the icy blue Grand Seiko SBGY007

Grand Seiko has continually dazzled us this past year with a variety of strong releases. Each reference upholds the brand’s grammar of design, a winning…
HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot 43 shrinks in size but not impact
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HANDS-ON: The IWC Big Pilot 43 shrinks in size but not impact

The evolution of an iconic design is interesting. How do designers keep something fresh, without losing the identity that made it an icon in the…
VIDEO: The IWC Big Pilot 43 gives an iconic watch a modern upgrade
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VIDEO: The IWC Big Pilot 43 gives an iconic watch a modern upgrade

The IWC Big Pilot is not quite so big anymore. That’s right, the new IWC Big Pilot 43 is now a full 3mm smaller in…
The new Linde Werdelin Nord collection delivers hardcore tool watches loaded with arctic cool
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The new Linde Werdelin Nord collection delivers hardcore tool watches loaded with arctic cool

Note: This is a rather momentous occasion for me as a writer and Independents Editor for Time+Tide.  July 10 is my one-year anniversary for the…
Recovered, recast, reinvented: The Zero West H1 Hurricane encapsulates another moment in British aviation history
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Recovered, recast, reinvented: The Zero West H1 Hurricane encapsulates another moment in British aviation history

Racing, diving, and pilot’s watches are the three pillars of the sports watch category. There is a lot of demand for these kinds of watches,…
The Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic takes a bold leap into the future
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The Rado Captain Cook High-Tech Ceramic takes a bold leap into the future

In 2017, Rado decided to bring back their 1960s classic, the Captain Cook diver. Sparking positive reactions from the watch media, while making a strong…
VIDEO: The IWC Pilot’s collection offers fresh sizes and a wider array of choice
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VIDEO: The IWC Pilot’s collection offers fresh sizes and a wider array of choice

Last year, IWC focused on revamping their impressive Portugieser line. In 2021, it’s the turn of the IWC Pilot’s collection that’s expanded to offer greater…
A month on the wrist with the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 – an integrated bracelet wristwatch for the people
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A month on the wrist with the Tissot PRX Powermatic 80 – an integrated bracelet wristwatch for the people

The relationship between the Swatch Group and Tissot brings a host of benefits to the table. As the powerful parent company, the Swatch Group can…
One (very satisfied) owner’s review of the Kurono Grand Akane
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One (very satisfied) owner’s review of the Kurono Grand Akane

What haven’t I already said about my  love for Kurono Tokyo watches. At this stage in my collecting journey, the watches I own already tick…
The Seiko Presage Style 60s SRPG05J1 and SRPG09J1 mix crazy value with vintage panache
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The Seiko Presage Style 60s SRPG05J1 and SRPG09J1 mix crazy value with vintage panache

On paper, the new Seiko Presage Style 60s collection is purportedly based on the Japanese brand’s first 1964 chronograph. But after setting this scene, Seiko…
The Minase Divido Urushi Maki-e is a futuristic window to an ancient Japanese craft
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The Minase Divido Urushi Maki-e is a futuristic window to an ancient Japanese craft

At a time when most people gravitate towards modern sports watches or the tempting flavours of vintage nostalgia, there’s a path less crowded, where you…
VIDEO: The Seiko Presage Style 60’s is a slick everyday watch with a dapper edge
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VIDEO: The Seiko Presage Style 60’s is a slick everyday watch with a dapper edge

The new Seiko Presage Style 60’s range may be initially confusing. The inspiration lies in their 1964 Seiko Crown Chronograph, except that this new imagining…
The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze is the best value bronze watch around
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The Hamilton Khaki Field Mechanical Bronze is the best value bronze watch around

Bronze is all the rage right now. The metal ticks a lot of boxes, offering a precious metal tone without a precious metal price premium.…
The CODE41 X41 Edition 5 combines fine watchmaking with affordability and transparency
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The CODE41 X41 Edition 5 combines fine watchmaking with affordability and transparency

When I first came across CODE41, the X41 AeroCarbon had my immediate attention. Here was a watch that – on paper – offered considerably more technical…
The new Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis collection is spectacular watchmaking in a blaze of colour
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The new Hublot MP-09 Tourbillon Bi-Axis collection is spectacular watchmaking in a blaze of colour

Hublot seldom disappoints when it comes to a summer barrage of colours and materials, and the new MP-09 collection is here to prove the point.…
Why the DOXA SUB 300 was the perfect one watch for me to take on vacation
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Why the DOXA SUB 300 was the perfect one watch for me to take on vacation

Last week I spent some time abroad with my family in Aruba, and before the trip, like any watch collector, I had to make the…
VIDEO: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 in titanium is a lightweight delight
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VIDEO: The TAG Heuer Aquaracer Professional 300 in titanium is a lightweight delight

Titanium, generally speaking, is an under-utilised watchmaking material. It’s super light on your wrist, the darker tone of the metal looks great (especially when it’s…
VIDEO: The Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date oozes with decadent panache
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VIDEO: The Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date oozes with decadent panache

The recent Fratello x Oris Big Crown Bronze Pointer Date is a perfect example of how a limited-edition collaboration can achieve something timeless, classic, and…
Cheap Bastard: The Swatch Bioceramic C-White is an oversized bargain that’s eco-friendly, too
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Cheap Bastard: The Swatch Bioceramic C-White is an oversized bargain that’s eco-friendly, too

If you’ve already turned your horological nose up at the S word in the headline above, please remind yourself of the title of this column.…
#Kixntix: Hit the trails with the new Breitling Endurance Pro Ironman
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#Kixntix: Hit the trails with the new Breitling Endurance Pro Ironman

I consider myself quite fit for my age with weekly gym and road bike sessions (well, when it’s sunny..), but feel fairly inadequate compared to…
The new and improved Cartier Ballon Bleu deserves to blow up
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The new and improved Cartier Ballon Bleu deserves to blow up

Although it hasn’t even reached its 15th birthday, Cartier’s Ballon Bleu already holds an incredibly firm standing in the world of fine watchmaking, and amongst…
EDITOR’S PICK: The ultimate dad-watch is the Full Metal G-Shock GMW-B5000V
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EDITOR’S PICK: The ultimate dad-watch is the Full Metal G-Shock GMW-B5000V

Editor’s note: Having kids make you think about watches differently. Not so much in the manner of potential heirloom appraisal. More that durability and scratch-resistance…
OK, we’re calling it: the Mido Ocean Star GMT is the best value Swiss GMT around
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OK, we’re calling it: the Mido Ocean Star GMT is the best value Swiss GMT around

Value, presence and durability. These three factors are pretty important in the $1500 – $2000 price segment, and with the tough 44mm Mido Ocean Star…
VIDEO: The Mido Ocean Star Tribute is a rugged diver that punches well above its pay grade
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VIDEO: The Mido Ocean Star Tribute is a rugged diver that punches well above its pay grade

Mido are an oddity in the watch world. They’re not a mega-brand, being a subsidiary of Swatch Group towards the affordable end of the ladder,…
VIDEO: The Grand Seiko GMT Seasons Collection is a dial fetishist’s dream come true
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VIDEO: The Grand Seiko GMT Seasons Collection is a dial fetishist’s dream come true

The last release of the Grand Seiko GMT Seasons Collection provoked extreme jealousy all around the world. The reason for this is that it was…
HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SBGY007 may just be the pared back snowflake you’ve been waiting for
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HANDS-ON: The Grand Seiko SBGY007 may just be the pared back snowflake you’ve been waiting for

Whenever I discuss Grand Seiko with other collectors many express that they like the heritage Spring Drive models, but if the brand made a few…
Cheap Bastard: The Tapferkeit ‘Furchtlos’ is a Bauhaus beauty for $183(!)
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Cheap Bastard: The Tapferkeit ‘Furchtlos’ is a Bauhaus beauty for $183(!)

Editor’s note: As part of his ongoing column, David thumbs his nose at high horology to rummage through the bargain bin and unearth some mind-boggling…
A concept car for the wrist: Girard-Perregaux teams up with Aston Martin on the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges
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A concept car for the wrist: Girard-Perregaux teams up with Aston Martin on the Tourbillon with Three Flying Bridges

You never really know what to expect from a brand collaboration. When I first saw that Aston Martin had teamed up with Girard-Perregaux, courtesy of…