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Top Reasons You Want A Nice (Expensive) Watch
The matter of wearing and enjoying fine timepieces is a passion that these days must be justified. It's true, we as practical men and women succeed in life not via waste, but via efficiency. To adorn an item (be it timepiece or otherwise) that quite possibly defies those reasons we came to afford such an item in the first place is something worth discussing. Bottom line, if you want to wear a nice watch, do so with good health, and be able to explain why to others why they should to.During the last year I found myself being frequently interviewed by other journalists and writers on the topic of watches and my job overall. Questions common to all of these sessions included an inquiry on "why to wear a luxury watchwhat makes a luxury watch.how can a man benefit from wearing a high-end timepiece?, etc..." The answer to all of these related questions is extremely non-obvious and I really had to give it some thought. To start, I revisited an article I previously wrote here on what it is lik

Introducing: The New Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph, Now With In-House Caliber 5200
Big news! Vacheron Constantin has released a new Overseas model using a new in-house made automatic movement, the caliber 5200. This is big statement for Vacheron Constantin – the Overseas chronograph has traditionally used a modified movement, the caliber 1137, which is based on the F. Piguet 1185. This elevates the Overseas into a whole new realm – let's have a look. 1 OF 3 The new automatic caliber 5200 movement took five years to develop, and is comprised of 263 different components, including a column wheel coordinating the chronograph start-stop-reset functions and a vertical coupling clutch that allows for a smoother start for the chronograph hand. Additionally, the column wheel features a screw in the form of the Maltese cross, a signature for the brand. 2 OF 3 The 42.5 mm watch is available in stainless steel (comes with three interchangeable bracelets, rubber, and/or leather straps) or 18k pink gold (available with a leather or rubb

Should the strap be so... frail?
I received my RRO Panda in February and it has been my daily wearer. I recently noticed the leather strap has a tear near where it joins the case. I am very active and wear this watch to do everything. However, I don't believe the strap should be this frail.Should I give AP a call and listen to their thoughts? My closest AD in SF is totally jerk and useless.

what to do...
thank you for your knowledgeable answers. now i can face the next challenge. do i buy brand new bond seamaster blue coaxial 41mm or get the PO preowned (2005). the PO is on strap which i will get rid of immediately and buy a braclet (which will cost additional). will this still be feasible?i ok with buying both brand new and preowned. but in this case which one? i want to use this for daily beater and some salt water diving. i have never bought an omega before. if i choose to go preowned. what do i need to check for authenticity. is there something like a laser etched crown, Where can i find the serial number?

Decisions... Decisions...
So I, serendipitously, managed to get these two pieces today.The BLNR was the plan but the Blue Dial Royal Oak 15450 came up and I couldn't pass it up. Both BNIB.Now I can only keep one and, yes obviously, the RO is more expensive.I briefly owned a silver dial 15450 and while I really enjoyed it, I didn't LOVE it.I really though that the BLNR would be the one out of these two but the moment I opened the 15450 and saw that blue dial it was love at first sight.After some thinking, I made the decision to keep the BLNR (I've owned that watch 3 times now and keep coming back to it!) and packed up the 15450.But now, hours later, I still love the BLNR just as much as ever but I can't stop thinking about that blue dial...What do you guys think? In terms of long term ownership, value, wearability, robustness etc...? Would love to hear your thoughts!Help me TRF... you're my only hope!