Breitling Superocean Black Yellow Dial Men's Watch A1736402-BA32BKPD

Hands-On: With The Patek Philippe 5204 Split-Seconds Chronographs With Perpetual Calendar (Live Pics, Specs, & Pricing)
Saying a new Patek Philippe reference is impressive is sort of redundant in itself. But the 5204 is really impressive. It's a new perpetual calendar with split-seconds chronograph for Patek, replacing the 5004 in the lineup, and offering a number of significant improvements. We got our hands on one back at Basel 2012 and have all the details.We'll start with the most basic differences. First, Patek has chosen to up the case size from 36.7 to an even 40 millimeters in keeping with the modern trend for larger watches. It's a huge jump, but 40mm is still a more than reasonable size and looks quite good here. 2 OF 17 Currently the 5204 is only being produced in platinum (5204p-001 being the full reference for this piece), and while the 5004p was most often seen with arabic numerals, the 5204p features applied gold baton markers with luminescent fills instead. The dial itself is opalescent 18k white gold and the hands are black oxidized gold with Super Luminova inl

baby PloProf 166.0250 ...
i recently purchased a NOS (new old stock) baby PloProf 166.0250 on eBay. upon receiving the watch i noticed that the date wheel was silver not white (the dial being black with white markings). this caused me to do a little research and i found that whilst the watch i have has a 1002 calibre movement, others have a 1010 calibre movement instead. also, the bezel appears to be different, mine having silver number and others having luminous numbers, a la the vintage seamaster 300. so, i'm rather left wondering whether this watch is built to the correct standard or whether it is in fact some sort of hybrid?

Is this an amazing watch?
Anticipating to purchase a YM Platinum soon Any of you think this watch is considered the perfect watch? Or close to the "it" watch for rolex? A very versatile watch IMHO solid links, Plat bezel and Face, date window, uni directional turning bezel, except for the clasp change like what John did (great upgrade John!) YM owners any pictures are welcome for this amazing watchthanks,ken

Why do leather watch straps cost more than leather trouser belts?
My AD gave me a tan calf leather strap free to go along with my first Panerai, the Pam 90 (The watch came on a black croc). At first they offered me an extra brown croc, but I wanted something less dressy.If I were to have bought the tan strap, it would have set me back $199 + taxes. The brown croc is $299 + taxes. That got me curious and I started looking around. The strap making industry for Panerai's is HUGE..almost an obsession of sorts. From handmade creations from WWII ammunition pouches to the no frills excellent offerings of some of our sponsers (WatchPrice, Panatime etc). Here's what's got me wondering..Even the very cheapest of pure leather watch straps retails from $40 upwards..Yoo can get very respectable and well made straps for $100+. I know the OEM straps have the usual marking up..as expected, nothing will change that. Now, think about men's trouser belts. I can get a CK/Kenneth Cole belt for $40+ (all made in China)..but even if I step up..a Dunhill leather belt costs

I don't want to let her go..
But it may be time as the itch for other pieces has come. Probably my favorite AP that I have had to date.. this safe queen may have to find a new home soon. Felt like posting a potential send off thread with a couple of my favorite photos of this beauty.. If she goes, I hope she is enjoyed by someone as much as I have appreciated her! Enjoy the iconic 39mm 15202 Jumbo in all RG!