Bell Ross BR01-97 Power Reserve BR01-97 46x46mm Black Rubber Strap Black Dial Watch

Incoming! (+ dilemma solved)
copied from the GDF:Okay, it's no secret vintage Omega collecting is one of my favorite parts of this hobby. I try to stick to a few specialties in vintage from any brand too: dress watches from the mid 50's to late 60's, and now chronographs from the mid 60's to 70's. I also like to have a little variety from the brands I collect. For instance, one prime example from each series a manufacturer put out (ie: Longines Ultra-Chron, Conquest, Flagship, Diamond Dynasty, Admiral, etc). So, having these parameters and not having an Omega chronograph you would think that the obvious choice would be the Speedmaster caliber 861, right? Late 60's, iconic status....everything I want! Um, unfortunately not. I just don't like the Speedy enough to part with that kind of cash. Don't get me wrong; the history behind them, especially from that era, is amazing and they're possibly the most storied watch known to man but none ever sang to me for all the times I tried one on. Kinda sad, isn't it

Deciding on second Patek: Aquanaut R, Nautilus R or G, or 5146 various
Hi all, first time posting here.I have a 5140 J and as stated in topic am deciding on a second watch.I am worried that buying a 5146 would result in two design-similar watches, however a different combo of bezel and face may help differentiate the two.The other more simple choice would be to go Nautilus in white or rose gold OR Aquanaut in rose gold. Any thoughts? One worry I have is spending a premium on these two watches since they are not complications and only because of the case material not being stainless they are higher priced and close to the cost of a 5146.There are two camps of buyers. One that heavily looks at value and the other focused mainly on style so suggestions and thoughts are appreciated.Sorry for the lack of pics but I am using an iPad to post this.Many thanks!

Another Before & After
I wanted to see how my Tudor would look with a bracelet.Tell me what you think.BeforeAfterBeforeAfterBeforeAfterBeforeAfter

My first Audemars Piguet Purchase!
I was thinking long and hard aboute the new royal oak chrono but at the end of the day, I couldn't get over some of the updates (uneven sub dials in contrasting colours, location of the date) and the fact that it wasn't an in-house movement. I still think it's a beautiful watch however when I put on the 15400OR with the blue dial, it was a done deal. Absolutely thrilled to have this piece! More pics to come!

VERSUS: Datejusts with Unique Dials
Sixth edition of the VERSUS post/picture. What is VERSUS? Well, I thought it would be fun to compare two watches (and only those two watches) and discuss pros/cons by outlining the differences and getting folks' ideas/thoughts/opinions on TRF. We got folks here that have been collecting and studying these things for decades all the way to those who are just starting to venture into the crazy world of Rolex (and everyone in between). Therefore, it would be fun and educational!For this edition, we have a showdown of Datejusts. A pyramid dial 16233 and a linen dial 16014.Some obvious things:Two-tone v. stainless steelPyramid dial v. linen dialRoman markers v. stick markersNo lume v. lumeWhich do you prefer and why?Previous VERSUS:1. VERSUS: Submariner 1680 v. 166102. VERSUS: Rolex Submariner and Sea-Dweller 16610LV and 1266003. VERSUS: Rolex Submariner 16610s4. VERSUS: Sea (Deepsea 116660) to Sky (Explorer 1016)5. VERSUS: Submariners Vintage and Modern