Cartier Ballon Bleu 42mm Steel/Gold On Bracelet Opaline Dial

Bulova Accutron Sir Richard Branson Limited Edition Watch
Earlier in the year we learned that Bulova (owned by Citizen in Japan) has appointed Sir Richard Branson as a new brand ambassador. That seemed a bit strange to me. Not that Bulova wouldn't want Branson brandishing their watches, but rather that Branson - being mega-rich, and owner of the large Virgin group - would have zero need to establish the connection. I still don't know the details of the relationship (blackmail I am thinking), but Branson is going to be the Bulova poster child for a while.Clearly the "Virgin knight" doesn't need the cash. He has indicated that money made from his relationship with Bulova will go straight to his Virgin Unite charity, and some of the proceeds from the sale of the watches will also go to the charity. To honor their relationship there is a new limited edition watch.Bulova's marketing campaign with Branson seems to focus on his business success. "Men like Branson wear Bulova" is apparently the message they wish to convey. The phrase duo "Swiss Made

DSSD have arrived
It's a big one including the box. The writing that I criticized to no end is not that visible in person but pictures sure make it stand out. I do not think it is too big considering the big trend. It is a thick watch but not out of proportion compared to a regular SD IMO.I apologize for the poor quality pics, I took them fast and I do not have a light box set-up at the moment. The third pic is very close to how it looks in person with the muted writing.I think it is one model that people will love or hate. The AD I got it from said one salesman really wants one badly but they will not let him get one until their waiting list is satisfied. =) maverickyes the etching it there

Lebron
wearing this for 2 weeks, watch belongs to a friend

Incoming: pre-moon year 1965 speedmaster
This 1965 year watch has some wear, but it's my latest fascination- so comfortable on a strap....

5980 variant introductions
I understand the white dialled 5980 option came last, first seen at Baselworld 2012.But what about the black dial option? It seems it came at some point in 2010 - but not at Baselworld 2010? Are there other popular launch events Patek uses? Finally, obviously this means the blue was made in largest amounts from 2006 - but I am curious just how much less black and white dial versions are out there - any guesses?