I have been lucky to select watches that are mainstream such as Patek Philippe. Some of these watches have gone through the roof. I rather not speculate on independent watch companies. It’s like an IPO and it may look like a solid investment, but then …
Continue readingBulgari x Fender
I’m a guitarist that just found out about this recent collaboration between Fender Guitars and Bulgari which happened a few months ago. While I’m very familiar with Fender, I don’t know much about Bulgari. Is anyone familiar with this watch or model …
Continue readingWhat do you do before deciding to sell?
I bought a very nice timepiece without being able to try it on. I don’t feel like naming which one because it is objectively wonderful and I don’t want anyone to think otherwise. I’ve had it for a few months now, and for whatever reason, I just don’t f…
Continue readingPatek Philippe Cubitus
Said to be print ad in Fortune
Very interested in the details of the new movement.
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Continue readingConfirm fake Franck Muller?
Found these for cheap in a thrift shop and took a flier on them. I’ve been buying a lot of cheap stuff lately to learn more about movements, construction, and maintenance. I’m assuming they’re fake for various reasons but in an effort to learn more I just wanted to confirm.
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Thoughts on trade: WG Rolex DD for SS VC 56 DD
Considering trading out an older gen white gold Rolex Day Date 36 (118xxx) for a stainless steel VC Fiftysix Day Date. Would expect a little cash to come my way. Does anyone here own both pieces and can comment? I think I’ve mostly already made up my mind but like to hear what other enthusiasts think and why. Thanks in advance for your thoughts.
Continue reading1. I realize I’d be trading gold for steel. I’d also be gaining a first VC in my collection (would retain other non-PM sport Rolex) with Geneva…
What would you pick from these? (IWC, Panerai, Ulysse Nardin)
What is the best design from these 3 watches? If you could have just one of them, what would you pick? Please vote your favourite in the poll below!
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Continue readingProblems with ultra-thin watches?
I am thinking to buy a Bulgari Octo Finissimo (Ref. 103464) – 6.4mm thick and/or a Piaget Altiplano (Ref. G0A35131) – 5.25mm thick.
Continue readingAny idea if they both are reliable and keep time accurately (more than +/- 10s/day is not accurate in my view)…?
I heard people complaining ultra thin watches must be serviced more frequently, don’t keep time accurately and so on.
So, I would like to hear your personal experiences with these two watches, bad or good.
Do you advise me to buy one, both or…
Breguet or Vacheron
Which would you get if given the choice
A Breguet 5517 or a Vacheron Fifty Six
There is already a Breguet Tradition (7027) and Breguet Marine (5817) All in white metal.
Which would you prefer to add?
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Continue readingBlancpaiN Leman Aqua Lung Big Date Rose Gold
Hello everyone!
Does anybody know about auto-winding of the Caliber 6950 ?
There are a lot of links online stated all different parameters.
Is it CW, CCW, or both directions I should set on the winder?
