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A. Lange & S?hne Saxonia Dual Time
Lange’s new Saxonia Dual Time offers a classically simple aesthetic in both design and function. Push pieces located at 8 and 10 o’clock allow the solid-gold hour hand to be advanced or moved back in one-hour increments without disturbing the minutes or seconds, so accurate timekeeping is maintained. A second hour hand in blued steel permanently keeps track of the time at home. Find pricing inside. When the upper push piece is pressed once, the hour hand advances by one hour. When the lower one is actuated, the hour hand jumps anti-clockwise by one hour. A compact 24-hour subdial in the upper half of the dial is synchronized with the home-time display, telling the owner whether it¡¯s day or night at home.Available in pink or white gold, the case diameter is 40mm. The movements is the totally redesigned self-winding calibre L086.2. The central rotor incorporates a centrifugal mass made of 950 platinum. When fully wound, the power reserve is 72 hours.The movement naturally exh

Burlington Arcade London and the Rolex dealers
I'm considering adding a Rolex Submariner 116610 to my collection and last week I took a very brief passing look at the preowned watches on display in various windows in Burlington Arcade. None except for one shop were priced and these seemed to be expensive even though they were on sale at 20% off. Has anyone got any experience of dealers in Burlington Arcade? I've read some shocking stories on other forums and on the other hand I have read that these are reputable dealers. image.jpgThanks

How important is calibre in your collection?
I know that a lot of Patek Philippe fans just love the differences in the calibres between the different models.However, Rolex do not have quite such a wide variation in calibres as Patek Philippe.So, does it "put you off" that (for example) a DateJust, Submariner and Sea-Dweller all share the same 3135 calibre?Do you see this as "the same watch in a different case" or doesn't it bother you?Do you wish Rolex had more varied calibres, or do you like the fact that Rolex are using "tried and tested" calibres?For example, one of the latest Rolex watches unveiled at Baselworld 2008, the Sea-Dweller DeepSea shares the same movement as its predecessor and many other models in the line - albeit with slight tweaks such as a parachrom bleu hairspring.Of course, Rolex do not currently produce an exhibition back unlike Patek - so does it matter at all?Cousins:Exhibition back on Patek 5127J Calatrava (Caliber 315 S C)More information about the 5127 can be found on the WTF Patek Philippe forum under

New black strap for 390
Thanks to the generosity of GT500 (John), I have a new OEM strap for the 390. It makes the tobacco dial appear darker almost graphite and the cream stitching perfectly matches the lume. Love this watch. Have a great weekend

TRF - The Best
I want to thank everyone on this forum for their insightful contributions to the knowledge base for Rolex and Tudor watches. I am an expert lurker contributing a little here and there. Everyday we have opportunities to learn from one another. Watch ownership is an exciting, fun, and interesting. The relationships we have with one another are the very best and are the best part of the experience.Thanks again,Richard