For my 1,000th post on WUS, I wanted to make it a bit special—more than just another reply on the usual SOTC threads. So here’s my 2025 State of the Collection (SOTC).

A lot has changed since a few years ago. The most surprising development? I now own three Rolex models—a brand I once never cared for and never thought I’d own. That all changed with the Explorer. It was a gateway into the brand, and now the only piece left on my Rolex wishlist is the GMT Master II—a long-term dream, for…

2025 SOTC and 1000th Post

… who approves these things?

Found this offering from Tandorio, a name I’m not familiar with but Italian sounding and shall we say of Eastern origin. Um, Far East.

They must have a love for this beauty as they have several dial and strap options. But what’s with the capped crown cover? Tire fill cap?

Okay, maybe this handy stem with extra length is for messing with time setting wearing falconer gloves? Have they made a breakthrough for Divers? Rated 5500 fathoms this must be the…

Something about some designs make me wonder…

I am looking to buy an everyday-wear watch and this Yema looks incredibly appealing. I am not a collector, and this is a “big purchase” in my books so I am trying to do extra due diligence. I love the snake scale bracelet, the retro look (even retro-futuristic in some way), and I really want to buy it but I’m worried about the QC issues. I have seen some posts here expressing anything from bad to fantastic experiences with Yemas over the years.

If you own this piece, would you please share…

YEMA Skin Diver Slim CMM.20 Limited Edition QC Thread

Nixie watches have been posted at WUS a few times (but not recently), but for me, it all was new

Wikipedia about nixie tubes

Gelfman IN-16 Nixie: GELFMAN

The Gelfman IN-16 Nixie watch was officially nominated for the Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève 2022 in the “Petite Aiguille” category

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AFAIK, the ‘original’ is manufactured by NiWa…

Gelfman IN-16 Nixie