Ulysse Nardin GMT Big Date 42mm

Suunto Launches New eCommerce Web Site
Finland-based sports watch manufacturer Suunto has launched a new e-commerce Web site at SuuntoWatches. The site offers the full range of Suunto watches, which are designed for diving, training, mountaineering, hiking, skiing and sailing. The site offers same-day shipping, free shipping, and lifetime returns. The site provides user-friendly navigation, a streamlined checkout process, simplified product pages, and good-quality product pictures. Account holders have access to order management tools that allow them to see recently viewed products, check the status of orders, manage contact information, and easily reorder previously purchased items.The site was developed by Niche Retail and runs on the Magento open source eCommerce platform. Click the screen capture below to visit.

Watch Winner Follow-Up: Egard Shade Black
Below is a watch winning reader review from Jesse S. of Los Angeles, regarding the Egard Shade Black timepiece that he won on watches-dealer:As the winner of the October 2013 watches-dealer giveaway, I can tell you the Egard Black Shade limited edition watch fits in well in the city of Los Angeles. Dress codes are a rarity in LA, however, being functional as well as stylish is still the name of the game. The Egard Black Shade watch beautifully captures both of these elusive qualities while working as an elegant dress watch or a casual sport piece.Founded and designed by Ilan Srulovicz, the Egard brand is new to the watch scene. Egard was formed as a tribute from a son to his father and seeks to, ¡°create inspiring luxury pieces that embody the depth of emotion we each feel for the person in our lives who has defined our own important moments¡± (seems like a lot of pressure to make a cool watch!). I really enjoy the personal dedication of the brand and the meaning behind the designs prese

speedmaster service and more "which speedy pro" discussion
Let me fill you in on my thought process of the big 3 battle (3570, 3572, 3573):I've read all the debates and after viewing hesalite vs sapphire today, understand all sides now which makes it even more difficult.I can definitely see what the allure of the hesalite is and it's not just for moon watch purists. The dome and the the light cast from it are beautiful. BUT, I was surprised how close the sapphire was. Not completely night and day IMO. Also, the sapphire back was not as much of a deal breaker as I thought it would be. The movement is beautiful, but with the bracelet on, the field of view of it is not that great. (looks so much cooler on the internet ;) So my final answer is... The 3572.50, because it is discontinued and very desirable for good reason--it's simply the best imo. Second would be a new hesalite 3570 and third would be a new sapphire sandwich.If I bought a used speedy with unknown service should I immediately service it? (on a 3572 it would be at least 9 ye

Solar Impulse Titanium Speedmaster GMT
I'm a huge fan of this new Solar Impulse Titanium Speedmaster GMT with Saphire crystal and a date function as well! The carbon fiber dial and caseback is certainly eye catching (though I would have to see it in the flesh to really appreciate it I'm sure) and the caseback lettering and logo really stand out. The retail according to a few ADs is around $8000 USD but then you get what you pay for right?Just in case anyone here has not heard of this new Titanium Speedmaster from Omega here are the details...Titanium on titaniumReference: 321.90.44.52.01.001 MOVEMENTCaliber: Omega 3603Self-winding chronograph with column wheel mechanism, free sprung-balance and Co-Axial Escapement for greater precision and durability. 2nd time zone through 24 hour and 30 minute totalizers, stop second function, start/stop push button, return-to-zero push button. Rhodium plated finish and gold plated engravings. Officially certified chronometer.Power Reserve: 55 hours CRYSTALScratch-resistant sapphire cry

White metal collection (Part 3 of 3)
Rounding out the white metal collection with a couple of Calatravas, AC, Chronograph and a skeleton watch.