Cartier Ballon Bleu Extra Large Silver Dial 18kt Rose Gold Leather Men's Watch W6920054

Grand Seiko 130th Anniversary Platinum SBGW039
Grand Seiko 130th Anniversary Platinum SBGW039Last year, for Seiko¡¯s 130th Anniversary, they released a near exact replica of the original 1960 debut Grand Seiko. This retro remake was introduced in 3 different variations (steel, 18kt yellow gold and platinum). I originally wrote about the 18kt yellow gold SBGW040 HERE. While all 3 are absolutely gorgeous, the gold and platinum pieces were extremely collectible with only 130 produced of each and the steel being limited to 1,300. The one that shined most to me, was the platinum.GS-SBGW039-3 by JoeAZFT, on FlickrGrand Seiko 130th Anniversary Platinum SBGW039The SBGW039 Platinum 130th Anniversary model bares vast resemblance to the original release from 1960. While the original was a gold filled case with a reddish/brown strap (as the gold SBGW040 has), the platinum has the same overall look. One of my favorite aspects of the 130 SBGW039 is the modern ¡°twist¡± Seiko has incorporated to the remake.GS-SBGW039-6 by JoeAZFT, on FlickrGrand Sei

Tuesday's Treasure. Yesterday's Hamilton Today.
I wearing my Square with the odd dial. It's going to need service before I wear it again. The movement is starting to feel a little funky when winding and it will only run about 5 hours.

Another AP or PAM?
Good Day All,I am trying to finger out what watch to get next, another AP to go with my AP Diver or another Panerai to go with my PAM114. This might be the last watch for a long time.The Panerai¡¯s I am looking at are the 233 and the 372 (I have a PAM372 on order but it might take a long time, They are now talking March/April). I really like the 233.The AP¡¯s I am looking are the RO (15300) this one has a glass back and the SS bracelet, The ROC (26300) with SS bracelet, Volcano, Panda and the Safari (Might take 6-9 month to save for the Safari, Panda or Volcano). I like the AP style.Thanks,Eric

Incoming from Seattle
Last month, I received this photo from an AD in Seattle. After a week, Here it is.It is an amazing week for me when 15202 also arrived in the same week. Really enjoy this stunning piece

Explorer II too large for a 6.5" wrist?
An Explorer II polar dial is the watch that is going to be my next purchase I think. Unless a white dial DJII comes up at a good price I am stuck on the Explorer.There are no Rolex dealers near me so going to try one on is probably not going to happen unless I drive 8 hours.I have an Explorer 214270 and a new Sub and they both fit me fine. I have heard the Explorer II is a bit big so I need to know if it will fit me ok.If anyone can post a pic of an Explorer II on a 6.5 wrist I would be grateful.I think I should be ok and the Explorer II will be at my size limit. Anything larger would just be comical.