Swatch Irony Black Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch YWS411G

N.O.A Watches At Baselworld 2010
An underdog watch brand that I really like is N.O.A. Funny how Americans says the letters out (as it is actually an acronym) for "none of the above," but in Europe they seem to say it like it is a word. I met with N.O.A ("NOA") in Baselworld to check out their pieces and was really impressed. The presence the watches have is really interesting, and they are very comfortable to wear. Some of them are going to be an acquired taste, but few can say that they aren't pretty pieces. I have been especially interested in some of their more sporty pieces such as the Scyllis diver, and the prototype of their new Skandar watch (seen at the bottom here). These are just a sampling of their new pieces.NOA watches are very bold but fresh feeling in their design. The men's and women's models have a grace to them that isn't common in many avant garde watches. Chalk it up to good design and an attention for detail and fine materials. At the top here are two of the brands new limited edition pieces. Firs

Writer looking for the perfect watch for a story
Hi all.I'm trying to a do a little research for a short story I'm writing and would really appreciate your help.In the story, a chap who's madly in love tries to woo a girl with a watch he cannot afford. He takes out a lot of credit (around ¡ê5,000/$10,000 maybe a few thousand more) and gives it to a friend who says he is 'connected' and can get him a good deal on a timepiece.The watch his friend comes back with has to be too masculine for a girl. However, I don't really want a 'gents watch' as such. I'm not sure if there is a unisex timepiece in that price-range or even a ladies watch that would not be out of place on a man's wrist (or vice versa, if you see what I mean).Additionally, I would like it be be customised so that it can be seen as being unique from a few yards away. Is it possible to have it 'pimped' in such a fashion for the money I'm talking about? And what options are available? I'd like something a bit gaudy, if possible.The reaction of the girl has to be 'well, it look

ROO 44mm Owners...quick question...
How many winds does it take to achieve full power reserve from when the movement has come to a full stop?I'm trying to determine if I have an issue before I send it to AP for warrenty service.Thanks in advance. Cheers

Aurel Bacs on 5711
Touching video in case you missed it in the other forum.. Aurel Bacs calling the 5711 ¡°as close to perfection as any watch could possibly be¡±, and the watch he wears the most. https://youtu.be/uPnTOcCEugUNice reminder why we all collect, and why you never flip some watches

Finally visiting Florence - strap maker recommendations?
Hey guys,I'm in Florence for the next couple days, finally getting to see the Panerai Flagship Boutique, and will also try to visit Di Stefano Straps and perhaps Manifatture Firenze.Do you have any other strap maker / leather works recommendations to visit while here?Cheers