Invicta Grand Diver Chronograph Rose Dial Grey Leather Men's Watch 14924

Ralph Lauren Himself Discusses Watch Appreciation
Yes, this is a marketing video produced by Ralph Lauren, but it is unique for a few reasons and worth a watch. First, it is actually narrated by Ralph Lauren himself - which doesn't happen all that often. Second, it is a nicely succinct tale of why many guys are into mechanical watches, and I think it was written well. I am also debuting this video, so this is the first you'll see of it.

Help Identifying this 50's Round Hamilton
Went off tonight for under $150 I was watching it and couldn't find it in any of the catalogs.17J 671 (Swiss?) Movement, signed crown and very cool dial. The listing says its mechanical...Thanks!Bob

What Are You Working On Today ? ? ? ? ?
Today I am working on a 1917 Elgin General "Blackjack" Pershing Offset Trench Watch. Just finished cleaning the hands and then applied white enamel paint to the hour, minute and sub second hand. Setting the hour and minute hands on a toothpick works very well, your free hand holds the toothpick steady while applying the white enamel. As for the sub-second hand, use a worthless drop movement and install the sub hand then apply the white enamel. Start in and work your way out with one fluid stroke. You want a nice thin layer, if you apply too thick the hands might rub together when installed on the watch face! The white enamel that I use takes about 24 hours to fully dry so this project will go no further until tomorrow afternoon. During that time I will spend time polishing the offset crown trench watch case and timing out a few other movements. So, I know that a lot of you guys work on your own watches what did you work on today? Post some pictures!

older models similar to PAM688?
I am in the market for a blue dial watch. Have been looking at omega, IWC but the new 688 has also caught my eye. I am not that keen though on the band, prefer a black band. I know I can replace the band but are there older models that would fit this bill?Panerai-Luminor-1950-3-Days-GMT-Automatic-PAM00688.jpg

Sea Dweller 43mm vs Explorer II long term value
This is the first thread I have ever started so please ignore any improper or silly questions. I am also very new to nice watches and really need the opinions and help of those much more knowledgeable and experienced than I am. I have enough saved to buy another watch and am having trouble deciding between the new SD 43mm or the Explorer II 42mm. I have all the technical and price difference so guess my question is simple. I would love to say I will keep this watch forever and pass it down to my son someday, however, I can't say that for sure. In your opinion, which of these watches will hold or increase in value the best in the next 5 or 10 years? Is one a better long term investment than the other. Thanks so much.