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Royal Orient was established in 1958 for the JDM Market to cater to the luxury category of Orients just as Seiko established GS & Credor for their higher end watches.

Sometimes the sun hits just right and brings out this shade of blue. Absolutely stunning 😎

Also nice to have something more unique which I see less commonly in the wild. Just the right combination of being both dressy and sporty. A daily for me!

Yachtmaster 126622 Blue

I think I got the bug, this is my second one and I love it. If you know you know

It’s been a privilege boys. I want to say this is the end of my collection. But those words have been said before.

I knew I needed the lavender when it came out. We had our name on the list with our AD since its debut. Recently the 41mm was announced but stuck with the 36 since the others in my collection are all oversized with the exception of the Milgauss.

Perfect color to match my name!

Been on the list for a Bruce Wayne at a local jeweler AD for months. Bought my wife a watch there a while back but couldn’t wait any longer so finally just pulled the trigger on this black GMT 116710LN. Found a seller with a zillion great reviews on Chrono24. Contacted them and had a great experience. Very happy with the purchase, loving the watch. Not worth waiting any longer for a bezel that has some
Grey in it for me personally. Not crazy about the massive premium for the BW second hand. Very happy with my decision buy the all black version to celebrate a milestone in my life. Been lurking here for a while, feels great to join the club. Love you guys

Small company hit a milestone and this is one of the rewards.

Looking for something that’s different than what I have, can be dressed up or down, worn often, comfortable bracelet (micro adjustment a plus) and preferably has the date. I have a very large wrist so typically lean towards 42mm and up.

Existing watches in order of wrist time:

1. ⁠Certina DS action diver STC 60th anniversary, black dial, 43mm
   
2. ⁠Citizen Eco Drive Promaster, blue dial, 45mm
   
3. ⁠Halios Seaforth III, pastel blue, 12 hr bezel, 41mm
   
4. ⁠Orient Bambino 2nd gen, cream face, blue hands, 41mm
   
5. ⁠Orient Bambino v3 gen 2, grey dial, 40.5mm

I know people hate these posts but I’m curious what people will suggest and want to make sure I’m not missing anything. It’s an important decision and clearly a big step up from my existing watches.

I have a specific dial color I’m leaning towards and 2-3 watches in mind so far. Appreciate the help.

Was disappointed when the azzurro blue DJ was discontinued, it was my favorite configuration but was unable to get my hands on it.

Was in for a great surprise when I walked into a boutique yesterday while on vacation and saw this on display. It was not available, but I put my name down for it with slim hopes. Amazingly, I got the notification around 24 hours later that this was cleared. BEYOND happy.

First in the family to get one, fulfilled a childhood dream. Took some patience - a few months but glad to have it now. (ref. 126334)

Hi guys, I found these watches that belonged to my dad. Do you guys know anything about them?

I would love my kids to some day proudly wear my collection. They all represent an important goal in life.

Wedding
Work
Firstborn
Second born
Health goal (lost 30 lbs)

The guys working there didn't have much information about it and I'd love to know a ref number to look up more information about when it was made, what movement it has, etc. It's a manual wind watch with a "digital" display where the minutes and hours are on rotors with no hands. A little beat up but a cool unique little watch and I couldn't resist picking it up.

Finished my grad degree. That was 2.5 years of grinding after work and not having much of a weekend and social life. Not sure how people with kids and a job do it (round of applause to all you folks who have gone through that).

My wife was a huge help and supporter while I was in school and I genuinely couldn’t have done it without her. She gifted this to me this weekend as a graduation gift. Absolutely spectacular. Been eyeing this thing since they launched the 39mill and she paid attention to my watchnerd talk!

What a surprise. What a wife. What a cool watch.

I ain’t ever goin back to school….

Hello,

Today, I went to my closest AD. I was welcomed by a young men, same age as me ( 22 ) that was working there for 5 months and that is a watch enthousiast ( he was wearing a diver seiko ). He was incredible and the experience was top notch.

Anyway, I walked in and asked for a Submariner, date or no date. He told me that it will be around 2 years to get one. However, we chatted a lot and I had the opportunity to try a lot of very nice watches that I am going to share with you.

One thing I was surprised about : the watches are small compared to what I thought, looks like I have a big wrist

He offered to me a steel red script Sea-Dweller, that he can get me in around 6 months. I tried the watch too, and asked to try a Polar Explorer II at the same occasion. He don’t know the waiting time on that tho.

The Sea-Dweller is very nice, love the red script. Would have picked it without hesitation over the sub if it was not 3.000€ more than the Sub-Date.
That money, I feel, could go into a very nice Tudor or go into a Speedmaster.
Still thinking about all that.

And the Polar looks even better in real life. It is sick. And is the same price as a Sub-Date. True alternative.

I kinda feel like I can have a Sub quicker for some reason especially with that good of a connection.

Maybe they say those things to scare flippers ?

I certainly won’t sell my watch unless it is absolutely necessary, it will be a keeper that I’ll wear everyday and everywhere.

But it was a very enjoyable experience, if we could just have the watch we wanted it would be better, but it is what it is.

Just wanted to share my experience !

Had no prior spend history. Put my name on the list in September 2025. 7 months later I was in the store picking it up. Couldn’t be more excited! Timeless piece.

I’ve spent a year gazing at this beauty; absolutely love it. I traded my 114060 to get this grey for my 40th (as the “wait list” was 7 years at my AD).

Sometimes miss the sub, but then a glance at the GMT makes all the those feelings go. No ragrets

I’m usually an automatic/mechanical only person because I hate the sound of a quartz watch ticking (I got the autism and sounds are unpleasant.) but the Citizen Chandler/Garrison doesn’t make any loud ticking sounds so I’m quite pleased with it. I also really love that it’s solar powered, set it and forget it to the extreme!

Wife likes it too.. 😬

After accidentally dropping it off the Bridge of Khazad-dûm (my night stand) I was certain my Khaki Field King was lost to the abyss, passing out of thought and time. “Fly, you fools!” I whispered to the UPS Driver as I shipped it to be repaired by the elven smiths of Swatch Group.

And some things that should not have been forgotten were lost. History became legend. Legend became myth. And for two and a half thousand years, my watch passed out of all knowledge.

Then today at first light I looked to the east and there I saw The White Rider on his FedEx steed. With him, shining like Andúril, the Flame of the West, was my Precious. I’ll follow you anywhere, my captain, my King…

Apologies for what will be a long rant but when did a $5,000-7,000 purchase become a small, meaningless endeavour and what sort of jobs allow people to drop that much without another corresponding expectation of decent service?

My better half wanted to get her second nice watch and we decided to do a little research before she decided to buy. I remember buying my first expensive watch back in 2015 and how the entire process made me feel special. It was an Omega Aquaterra that I spent $2,500 on and I loved the experience, that included champagne and other razzmatazz.

Eleven years later, the NYC boutiques are pretty depressing. A lot of the salespeople seem impatient or in some cases just rude. It’s almost as if they’ve got somewhere else they’d rather be - and in one case, the guy actually walked away and was looking at instagram when we asked to see a watch.

The IWC store had zero customers but three sales reps inside on a Saturday but the sales people weren’t interested in selling. Apparently you need an appointment to look!

Longines decided that asking whether they had any discounts was a carnal sin. And that seemed to end any conversations.

Breitling and Omega were great and still retained some joy in spending what isn’t an inconsiderable amount of money on a watch.

For Rolex, Watches of Switzerland were much nicer than Bucherer.

She’s shortlisted an Omega Constellation and the Rolex OP 31/34. WoS had an OP in a color she didn’t want so she’s happy to wait on the list for when her color is available.

Overall, not the luxury experience we were expecting.

Makes you wonder if it’s worth buying anything or just buy used and bank the extra cash, given that all the watches we saw (except the OP) are available almost new at half the price.

End of rant/

Apologies for what will be a long rant but when did a $5,000-7,000 purchase become a small, meaningless endeavour and what sort of jobs allow people to drop that much without another corresponding expectation of decent service?

My better half wanted to get her second nice watch and we decided to do a little research before she decided to buy. I remember buying my first expensive watch back in 2015 and how the entire process made me feel special. It was an Omega Aquaterra that I spent $2,500 on and I loved the experience, that included champagne and other razzmatazz.

Eleven years later, the NYC boutiques are pretty depressing. A lot of the salespeople seem impatient or in some cases just rude. It’s almost as if they’ve got somewhere else they’d rather be - and in one case, the guy actually walked away and was looking at instagram when we asked to see a watch.

The IWC store had zero customers but three sales reps inside on a Saturday but the sales people weren’t interested in selling. Apparently you need an appointment to look!

Longines decided that asking whether they had any discounts was a carnal sin. And that seemed to end any conversations.

Breitling and Omega were great and still retained some joy in spending what isn’t an inconsiderable amount of money on a watch.

For Rolex, Watches of Switzerland were much nicer than Bucherer.

She’s shortlisted an Omega Constellation and the Rolex OP 31/34. WoS had an OP in a color she didn’t want so she’s happy to wait on the list for when her color is available.

Overall, not the luxury experience we were expecting.

Makes you wonder if it’s worth buying anything or just buy used and bank the extra cash, given that all the watches we saw (except the OP) are available almost new at half the price.

End of rant/

Christopher Ward C63 Sealander - 36mm - White dial - ~7.75” wrist

Having had this for almost a week, I find it hard to wear anything else. Between the quality, legibility, comfort, aesthetic, I think CW released a hit.

Pictured on an Anchor Strap Co deployant nato

Hey guys

First-time poster here, and I just had to share my excitement. Somehow the picture upload did not work on my first attempt, so I am sorry for the mistake.

I have other watches in my collection, but this is my first Patek Philippe. I still cannot believe I was able to get it at retail directly from the boutique.

But seriously though, mechanical watches are overpriced wrist jewelry with the added bonus of telling the time, a function so basic and widely accessible there's no logical or reasonable justification for spending hundreds or thousands of dollars so you can save the 2 seconds it would have taken you to look at your phone.

Yet we all do it anyways because 'look, shiny!' and that's fine, but it's soooo subjective that I'd sooner trust my 1yo son as my designated driver than the opinion of 500 perpetually online, basement dwelling Reddit addicts on what tiny arm clock I should spunk a couple months wage on.

If you don't know what you wanna buy yet, then don't buy yet. But don't ask us, what the hell do we know? Who gives a fuck if some 40yo toddler tells you a Cartier Tank makes for a terrible GADA watch (it do, btw) IF THATS WHAT YOU WANNA WEAR!

Omega is overpriced, Rolex is basic, Seiko is the goat, indie brands are better value, real enthusiasts only wear Casio and have a GShock of every colour in the rainbow.

It's all meaningless and entirely bullshit and we are all lambs to the capitalist slaughter house. Buy what makes you smile, even is a dog water piece of shit garbage. Just be sure to post a photo after you do so we can roast you.

I’ve been fortunate to cycle through some great watches (Grand Seiko SBGM221, Omega white-dial Speedmaster, JLC Master Control, JLC Reverso) over the last several years. For one reason or another, I’ve parted with all of them, and only these two remain.

Though I’m sure I’ll add something on leather/precious metal later, I’ve always been a bit more minimalistic with my watch collection - and I find these two cover the daily and fun bases for me personally.

I considered selling the Sub since it is similar to the Pepsi, but frankly it wears so differently and doesn’t draw unwanted attention at work, whereas the Pepsi is the more ‘fun’ piece. Glad I kept the Sub!

What’s your perfect 2-3 watch collection?

Purchased last month 2 days after the 5 link model was released at W&W from my AD. So far absolutely loving it. I have a 126710BLNR and am noticing some differences with case size and diameter. Overall though I think it’s a great homage to the Rolex 16710 Coke with the aluminum bezel. I also love the vintage look too

I'll be the annoying guy and ask if this fits, I can't decide. My wrist is 6.5" and the bracelet isn't sized yet. Thanks!

It's Monday and we’re back for another great week of watches. Have you seen the chaos over the AP x Swatch launch over the weekend? That wasn’t cool at all.

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The Khaki Navy Scuba has always been a very traditional diver — solid, predictable, and well priced. Late last year, for example, they gave the Khaki Navy Scuba a black and red dial. It was a fine watch, but nothing exactly remarkable. Now, for 2026, Hamilton is refreshing the collection with new colors and textures. Textures that look quite familiar and might be a bit controversial. Oh, and we’re also getting a steel Scuba GMT version.

The 40mm case hasn't changed: stainless steel, brushed, 40mm wide and 12.95mm thick, with a screw-down crown flanked by lateral guards and a screwed caseback. The unidirectional 60-minute bezel comes in black or blue sandblasted aluminium. Water resistance is 100m. But the thing is, those are the stats for the regular Khaki Navy Scuba. The Scuba GMT comes in a substantially larger steel case with brushed with polished accents on the crown, bezel notches, and the central bracelet link. That one measures 43mm wide and a whopping 13.9mm thick. It also gets 300 meters of water resistance, so that’s something at least.

The 40mm's big news is the stamped and lacquered wave-textured dial, which does carry a whiff of the Omega Seamaster. The similarity is reinforced by the addition of dot indices alongside the existing wedge-shaped markers at 12, 3, 6, and 9. Five variants are available: three black dials (one with a turquoise flange), a silver, and a blue. The date window at 4:30 has a white disc. The GMT's dials are simpler: solid black or a blue gradient with a grained finish, and it swaps the dive bezel for a 24-hour scale with a red central GMT hand.

The 40mm is powered by Hamilton's H-10, the Powermatic 80 derivative with an 80-hour power reserve and Nivachron hairspring. The GMT gets the H-14, the same base movement adapted for GMT function. Both are solid, reliable options with a very useful power reserve. The 40mm comes on a three-row stainless steel bracelet with folding buckle; the black and turquoise models include a matching rubber strap with pin buckle. The GMT's black dial variants come with either bracelet or rubber strap; while the blue is offered on the bracelet only.

The Hamilton Khaki Navy Scuba 40mm is priced at €895. The Khaki Navy Scuba GMT is priced at €1,445. See more on the Hamilton website.

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When Seiko introduced a sleeker, less gadgety generation of the Astron GPS Solar a couple of years back, the idea was simple: a high-tech quartz watch didn't need to look like a piece of aviation equipment from a sci-fi movie. That direction continues with the new Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph, which gets a new calibre, a redesigned interchangeable strap system, and a quartet of references.

The case is made out of titanium with a super-hard coating, measuring 43.4mm across and 12.4mm thick — noticeably slimmer than its predecessor. I’ve always been puzzled by how thick these watches were, considering the fact that quartz movements can be made quite thin. The biggest structural news is a push-button strap release built directly into the end links, letting you swap between the titanium bracelet and silicone straps without tools. It's expected to have this on most watches these days, but still a notable upgrade. You get a sapphire crystal on top, and 100m water resistance.

All four references share the angular case design and multi-layered dial architecture the Astron is known for. The HAB001 comes with a dark blue dial, the HAB002 goes grey-and-blue, and the HAB003 adds gold-tone accents and ships on a black silicone strap only, no bracelet. The HAB004 is a 2,000-piece anniversary limited edition with a light blue dial and a matching blue-and-white silicone strap alongside the titanium bracelet.

The new Calibre 5X63 GPS Solar is perhaps the biggest update. It connects to GPS satellites to set the correct local time and adjust for daylight saving automatically, keeps a perpetual calendar accurate for decades, and runs a 1/20th-second chronograph. On its own without a satellite fix, it’s accurate to ±15 seconds per month. Solar charging means no battery hassle, and Seiko rates the power reserve to six months on a full charge.

The Seiko Astron GPS Solar Dual-Time Chronograph collection is available in June 2026. Pricing: HAB003 at €2,700; HAB001 and HAB002 at €2,800; HAB004 (limited to 2,000 pieces, includes titanium bracelet and additional silicone strap) at €3,000. See more on the Seiko website.

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Briston has been doing interesting things with acetate cases for years now, and I've been a fan since I first discovered the Clubmaster Legend Diver back in late 2024. That watch had everything going for it — the cushion case wrapped in tortoiseshell cellulose acetate, the Miyota 8315, and a price that was very good. The new Clubmaster Legend Diver Ocean takes the same bones and gives the dial a redesign, this time leaning hard into the oceanic theme.

The case is unchanged from what we know: 40mm wide, 40mm long, and 13.4mm thick, in either tortoiseshell acetate or stainless steel. The unidirectional bezel has a sapphire insert, the crown screws in, and water resistance is 200 meters. Given that acetate and prolonged saltwater exposure is a combination I've personally had mixed experiences with — my faded and cracked acetate glasses can confirm — the steel version might be the more sensible choice for actual diving, but the acetate looks so good it's a difficult choice.

The new dial is great. Both versions get a 3D moulded wave texture across the surface. The acetate edition gets a white dial, the steel a deep oceanic blue. Hour markers are applied numerals coated in Super-LumiNova, with baton and arrow-shaped hands that are also lumed. A date window sits at 3 o'clock. The two versions are also distinguished by their seconds hand and crown band color — green on the acetate, blue on the steel.

Inside is the Miyota calibre 8315, the same movement as the original Diver, beating at 21,600vph with a 60-hour power reserve. Both versions have screw-in stainless steel casebacks. The watches ship on FKM rubber straps with a quick release system..

The Briston Clubmaster Legend Diver Ocean in acetate is €850, the steel version is €875. See more on the Briston website.

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Marathon is a Canadian brand with a long history of supplying MIL-SPEC watches to the United States Department of Defense, and the Pilot's Navigator sits at the center of that relationship. The watch traces it’s origin to a 1986 collaboration with Kelly Air Force Base in San Antonio, which makes it a natural canvas for a limited edition ahead of what is shaping up to be a summer of relentless American anniversary content. Marathon has gotten in on the act early, and they sure committed to the concept.

The case is 41mm wide and 11.5mm thick, in stainless steel, finished with black ion-plating. The anthracite coating, Marathon says, is a reference to "the twilight's last gleaming" from the national anthem. Now if that isn’t a walk on the thin edge between corny and a good idea, I don’t know what is. The sapphire crystal is surrounded by a bidirectional 12-hour rotating bezel, and the crown screws down to achieve 100 meters of water resistance.

The dial carries a "1776" stamp just below 12 o'clock, surrounded by a ring of stars that nod to the Betsy Ross flag. The single red tritium tube at 12 is explained as a reference to "the rockets' red glare." It is, objectively, a lot, but it might work for select few people. But despite that, the overall effect is more restrained than the concept suggests.

The movement is a Sellita SW200 — robust, reliable, and nobody buying a military-heritage pilot's watch wants an exotic calibre they'll have trouble servicing. The watch ships on bison leather, a nod to America's national mammal (officially designated in 2016). The display caseback is new for Marathon, a first for the Navigator line, and features an engraving of "In God We Trust" alongside other patriotic details.

250 pieces will be made, shipping around July 4th at exactly $1,776. That’s a lot of nodding being done there. See more on the Marathon website.

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The Cabaret is the odd one out in A. Lange & Söhne's lineup — rectangular in a sea of round, Art Deco in spirit when the brand leans toward the austere. First introduced in 1997, it evolved further in 2008 with a stop-seconds mechanism for a tourbillon, something that had been considered impossible the complication. The watch was discontinued in 2013, briefly revived in a platinum Handwerkskunst edition in 2021, and now returns again in Honeygold, the brand's proprietary alloy.

The case stays true to the original proportions: 29.5mm wide, 39.2mm tall, and 10.3mm thick. Honeygold is a harder, slightly cooler-toned alloy than conventional gold, which suits the Cabaret's geometry. The curved profile, stepped bezel, and sculpted lugs are carried over from previous models and they look mighty fine. You’ll find sapphire crystals front and bottom.

The dial is made from solid Honeygold and then black-rhodiumed, so what you see is a dark, near-matte base against which the hand-brushed relief elements catch and return light in warm gold. Roman numerals and hour markers are applied on top of that, and the oversized date sits in its aperture as usual. At six o'clock, the tourbillon sits with the upper bridge and cage polished to a mirror level. It is a serious-looking dial.

The movement is calibre L042.1, shaped to fit the rectangular case and comprising 370 components, of which 84 belong to the tourbillon. Three-quarter plate in untreated German silver with Glashütte ribbing, screwed gold chatons, blued screws, and hand-engraved cocks are all things you expect and get. The stop-seconds tourbillon halts the balance inside the rotating cage when the crown is pulled, allowing accurate setting to the second. Twin barrels provide 120 hours of power reserve at 21,600 vibrations per hour. The watch comes on a dark brown alligator strap with a matching Honeygold buckle.

The Cabaret Tourbillon Honeygold is limited to 50 pieces, with pricing upon request — which is standard Lange practice at this level. But also, it’s going to be around €300,000. See more on the Lange website.

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• A review of the Citizen Tsuyosa Shore Series
• Hands on with the Patek Philippe Calatrava Alarm 5322G

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It feels a little tight.

I’ve always admired the Rolex Sub. Put my name down for this piece about 6 months ago, but in many ways, this journey started 2 years back when I began building a relationship with my local AD.

Over the past couple of years, I’d stop by often, talk watches, and slowly build that connection. Along the way, I picked up a Tudor Black Bay Pro (black dial) as a gift to myself after a big year in business, and later bought a Tissot PRX from one of their other stores as well.

This year has already been incredibly special. I got married in Feb, turned 30 in March and today, I got the call that my Sub will be ready for pickup early next week.

I honestly couldn’t be happier. I’ve spent years reading 'got the call” posts from watch enthusiasts across Reddit, always imagining what that moment must feel like. Feels surreal and deeply special to finally be sharing my own. ❤️

Bought the weird Tissot. She landed today and I absolutely love it. The dial is truly something else. One of 3333 made. And I have a feeling this is going to be a long term keeper.

On another note, it totally looks like what Dr. Strange would wear haha.

Looks really nice. Maybe solid gold?

Short trip to Taiwan for food and they had one available but only for “locals” to purchase. It had just arrived over the weekend and we were the first to check it out. Very slow Monday morning and this is a super sleepy town to begin with, so surprised there was even a Patek Boutique here. Sales guy said they had started to reach out to their customer list, don’t expect it to last the week.

Patek is pretty competitive where I live so not possible to get an allocation. Had me thinking for a second on a quick relocation…..

Recently got a Nomos Tangente 35mm ref. 139 from 2015 without box and papers. I’ve paid €950 for it. It is in very good condition. I don’t care about the box and papers as I don’t plan on selling it.

I know it is risky buying a watch this way, but I just did it. I’m adding it next to my BB58! What do you guys think, good purchase or not?

First walk with Rudi and Sub 😊

After waiting for six months with my fingers crossed, I finally received my Bluesy today. It was a top priority on my watch list ( along with Blue YM40 as an alternative).

I am incredibly happy to finally have it in my hands (and on my wrist soon) just before my birthday later this week.

The dial of the Bluesy is truly remarkable. Its appearance changes dramatically depending on the lighting conditions.

Forget “wearability”, this is about commitment. Pure devotion. The closest you can physically keep your Royal Pop without legally marrying it. Looks less like a watch accessory and more like something a dodgy Ibiza club promoter would flog for £400 after two pints and a line of confidence. Honestly though, this might be the final evolution of hype watch culture, just emotional support drip for blokes who think plastic and AP logos are a personality trait.

I've been looking at some new watches to buy, such as the tissot PRX, citizen tsuyosa, but this zenshin 60 caught my eye. How is it for a first watch?

I found a listing for 500 CAD on citywatches, is this a good deal? Or are there better alternatives?

Hello,

Im looking to buy my first ever AP. Definitely will buy it on the grey market. Just wondering if be following 15500ST is considered a good 1st AP? Or should i consider starting with a pre owned one?

I’ve always wanted a submariner. It’s too bad I couldn’t get it with the woman I loved.

Walked in to my local AD to establish a relationship… left with a sub. Tbf I also bought some jewelry.

Bought it as soon as I laid eyes on it. Don’t know much about watches other than I’ve been trying to find a watch with a nice green dial. I love the size but friends got me second guessing my decision, was it a good purchase? Should I have gone with a bigger dial?

Played my first full course of golf yesterday, and honestly, it took me until I was in my 30s with a kid to understand the appeal of golf. Beautiful day yesterday, playing on a course by the beach. Gotta enjoy the long weekend best you can, and the Seamaster is a great companion for it!

I’ve been after a GMT for a year or two now.

Emailed the SA last week to update preferred GMT from Pepsi to Black/Grey, after the Pepsi was discontinued.

Got a call 5 days later. The quick turn around was definitely unexpected.

Great timing!

As the title says, I friggin love this dial and I want to see your favorite dials too! 😁 Hoping to learn about some new ones!

I bought this the year it came out, and it has easily been my most worn watch since. In my opinion, it’s the best watch Moser has made and still my favorite blue dial on the market.

I don't edit my photos at all. It really just looks like that under the sun 😂.

Loving the blue, the case shape, high domed crystal, and having a stretchy bracelet. I’m not sure if this is a true integrated bracelet technically, but it has a very similar look, which fits great into my small collection. The iPhone camera is making it look larger than it is, I promise. Very comfortable watch to wear, and has really unique dial shape which I am happy to add to my current collection of only perfect circle dials/ cases. Only my second mechanical watch so far.

Have had my eye on a no date for a little over a year now. When this one popped up with a card dated my son’s birthday, I simply had to pull the trigger. It’s my daily and I love the versatility. Have a great week everyone!

Just got this as an early anniversary gift from my dad a couple days ago! So excited to be a part of community 😁. In the 3rd pic, you can see like a haze under the sapphire crystal. I’ve tried everything to clean it as I thought it was on the top. U can’t see it in normal lighting conditions but can with an led light on it. My dad purchased it from jomashop and the watch did come with the original warranty card that has a printed date of October 2024. Should I take this to an AD to have serviced as it would be a defect?

Beautiful watch!

About to buy a 1985 Datejust 16014 Full Set for €5,500 from a reputable German dealer (light case refurbishment + re-pinned bracelet on invoice). Would love a quick sanity check from vintage experts before I commit. Fair deal?

Alternative: unpolished 1979 Ref. 16030 original Buckley Dial with matching numbers, restored solid jubilee, no box/papers at €4,850 same dealer tier. Would experts pick that over this?

My girlfriend recently fell in love with watches and is looking for her first watch. We looked around NYC at different shops to try and find the perfect watch for her. She really wanted a Cartier but looked at Tudors since I’m a Tudor guy and also fell in love with the black bay. Which watch would you think looks best on her ? Tudor black bay or Cartier tank ?

Edit: she asked me to post this here for opinions. shes reading every comment next to me. What she buys is her choice not mine.

I was watch shopping yesterday and thought people might appreciate my experience - and how terrible it was given the current watch market.

I have owned only one luxury watch for over a decade, but my wife and I recently have accomplished a lot of long term financial goals so we are able to reduce our savings rate a bit and I thought it would be worthwhile to treat ourselves. We both picked our watches to try and purchase and yesterday we’re shopping around.

My wife’s experience was fantastic - but mine not so much. I went into the day wanting to try on a white face speedy, a blue face datejust, and if possible a Bvlgari Octo Finnissimo. The Octo I wanted was not at the dealer that sells Bvlgari unfortunately, but that watch was last on my list either way.

The first Rolex shop would not let me in as their associates were busy. We opted to go to a different mall since we would have to be waiting outside at the this first store. However at the mall, I also was not let into the Omega boutique - again because of busy sales associates. We waited around for a while but there was no one freeing up - so the doorman went to check and see if they even had white face speedies and he said they did not. So two different watch stores visited now and I haven’t even been let inside one.

Our final visit is to a shopping center with a Watches of Switzerland. They have a “Rolex side” and a normal side. We wait around in the normal side to try on a speedy and we can’t get anyone’s attention, so I switch over to the Rolex side.

They have blue dial datejust in the window but I know how Rolexes work. I specifically ask if those are only exhibitions or if they actually have them available. The sales man says of course they are available! We go through a whole try on experience with both the 41 and the 36mm. I settle on the 36 and decide to pull the trigger - but alas - the salesman was lying so he then tells me “great, let me get your information and then we can get you on the list to be allocated one.”

At this point we are several Horus into our shopping day and no one will even sell me a watch - and I’ve been lied to about the potential to buy a datejust that day. We finally go back to the “normal side” of the store and get a hold of an associate to try on (and buy) a white dial speedmaster.

I love my new watch but the whole day left such a sour taste in my mouth. I’m a young professional, who has achieved a financial milestone and was willing to buy a luxury watch same day. And yet I was treated like some sort of second class citizen. I know the market factors that have led to some of these experiences, but it doesn’t make dealing with it any more enjoyable.

Curious for people’s thoughts and if they have had similar experiences. Why do companies make it so hard to give them money for a watch?

My favorite piece. When true collectors find out it’s a meteor, the reactions are priceless.

Had a really great experience, solid salesperson and the wife convinced me to get this.

I bought this Omega Dynamic ref 5240.50 last year for $2000 usd and so far this is still one of my best purchase ever. Even though my grail is the 3863, I think the dial of this watch is just so balanced and well designed, yet this watch is so underrated for some reasons.

Another reason I love it is that most of these watches on the market do not come with original bracelet, so having the original bracelet on this one is definitely a big plus for me. If you have $2000, what will be your choice in this price range?

Bought it from a friend. He wore it only for 7 months. Absolute stunner of a watch.

I took a long time to decide on this Lorier Neptune.

Being it a micro-brand, not being able to fit it anywhere and not knowing anyone who owns one...

But I must say, after owning it now for 4 months, this piece of beauty really delivers!

I do not wear it that often tho. Something special about this watch that makes me want to keep it in the best possible condition. I guess with the summer coming closer, the wrist-time will grow.

Basically, I love it!

It fully scratches the itch of owning a vintage inspired diver such as a Submariner or BlackBay.

Didn’t think I was ever gonna pull the trigger on this, but I was pleasantly surprised. Not sure if it looks small on the wrist since I’m used to 38mm or 40mm.

A few of my drawings that I've been doing for the past few months. They are all made with the same technique, on papers of different dimensions

One of the best things with this dial is how it transforms under different lighting conditions. Monochromatic beauty!

I'm in the middle of purging my collection to turn it from a 12 piece to a "better" 6 piece collection and my wife decided to contribute by adding the daily driver.

For the longest time I've wanted to get a Sinn 556, yesterday we went to an official retailer and got to try the indices and Arabics versions and this one is now home with me.

Absolutely love this one, and will keep it for years to come.

Love the deep black dial, the bright pop of the red seconds hand, the bracelet, the movement decoration, etc.

Will add some cool straps in the coming weeks to make this the one watch for all ocassions.

My last post was of my first watch, the yellow gold Omega Constellation. Shortly after acquiring that I was looking into new watches that also fit my style. I usually frequent sites like Chrono24, eBay and Etsy. I came across this watch and was honestly blown away after seeing it for the first time. I'm really into watches in the 31-33mm range and it's such a stunner. I reached out to the seller on eBay and was able to negotiate to 12k (this was a few months ago before gold blew up). I was in shock of how beautiful it is in person. I gave it a dish soap and toothbrush bath and wiped it down with a microfiber cloth and it's easily my favorite of the 3 watches I own. I have one more watch I'll share eventually. Enjoy.

Just wanted to share my travel watch with you. I've had it for about five years now and get a kick out of it every time I wear it. Great True-GMT functionality and very comfortable on the wrist – especially on this Barton Elite Silicone Flatwater strap. However, it needed a service after four years already; the winding mechanism gave up on me and the balance spring had to be replaced. Looking forward to wear it again next summer on my upcoming travels.

I bought my first Everest strap about 8 years ago, when I first got my Explorer II. I wore it twice, and then sold it because it felt "wrong" taking a Rolex off the oyster bracelet. But when I bought my GMT Master II on a jubilee bracelet last year, I suddenly felt OK trying out a rubber strap again on my Explorer II. Now this watch gets more wrist time than my GMT simply because of how comfortable it is. It also makes the watch even more of a stealth piece (the exact opposite of a GMT on a jubilee). I did opt for the one that uses the original clasp, which helps with both comfort and convenience.

Getting started with the hobby, and after a lot of research and trying, this is what I settled on, the SPB521J1.

Eyeballing the Cartier Santos or Ballon Bleu as a future upgrade. Though after seeing some Grand Seiko models whilst purchasing the above, they climbed high on my wishlist! Too many options aah!

Please excuse the dog hair in my watch case lol. Two of the Citizen’s I had received as gifts years ago, and bought the Tiffany blue dial Zenshin for myself last year. Since then, I’ve added the Bulova skelly and the Movado bold fusion. My next piece is most likely going to be a Tissot PRX at some point.

Any recommendations on future purchases? My budget I assume will be in the $500-$1500 range, although I’m not opposed to going higher if it makes sound financial sense and I’m in a good place to do so.

I've been collecting around 5years and although I don't have any of the major luxury big hitters in the box yet I'm fairly happy with what i have got. Some for a special occassion and others for general daily wear.

I have a few personal favs I lean towards more than others but I generally rotate through them all to varying degrees and it's a collection of watches I am very happy with. I would be very curious and intereated to hear the opinion of others.

I assume I'll get heavily downvoted or get comments in style of

"We're sick and tired of people who say they're sick and tired" but honestly

I signed up for the Rolex GMT blue and black watch

Over 3 years ago.

With my AD keep saying she doesn't have anything for me over and over

Until last year management of that rolex partner sent me an email asking how am I feeling with them

And I told them everything in that email

1 week later my a.d. suddenly called me with the green o.p and told me it will help me get to my watch

I said ok no problem so I got it and waited for another call

So far 8 months without a call.i messaged her what's going on

She continues with her

I have nothing for sale

Another 3 months passed and again she said nothing for sale.

At some point i got another email from the management of that partner (automatic one) if I'm happy with my purchase.

I said yes of course but about my original watch again told them the story

They gave me the number of one of the stores that has it in stock

I messaged the store .a.d. that I got

And again I got

It's only for display I cannot sell to you

I can put you in list and call you at some point but realistically it may take years.

I understand this is the way of rolex selling watches

And I understand that's their system

Even after I bought something they don't owe me anything

But that system is so unfair and so mean to me

To the point where I'm sick of them honestly..

That's not a way to treat a costumer who waited years and purchased other things they have

Store name was rolex boutique in Bangkok

The embassy one.

As a collector of pilot watches this was on my grail list for about ten years before I finally bought it.

Omega Caliber 1138 Movement (ETA 2890A2) Mounted With Dubois Depraz Chronograph Module.

The Dynamic III is a reinterpretation of Omega’s WWII and postwar British military pilot watches supplied to the RAF, especially the 6B/159 and later “RAF 53” broad-arrow style pieces.

Characteristics are-
Matte black high-legibility dial
Railroad minute track
Arabic numerals
Sword/broad-arrow style hands
Fully brushed utilitarian case
No polished luxury nonsense
Compact, cockpit-friendly sizing (38mm)

The Dynamic III from the late ‘90s was Omega deliberately reaching back to those RAF-issued tool watches from the ‘40s and ‘50s.

The RAF aesthetic was never about flamboyance. Their equipment tended toward:
maximum legibility,
rugged functionality,
compact practicality,
and understated design.

British military pilot watches reflected that philosophy perfectly.

During WWII, RAF pilots flew aircraft like the:
Supermarine Spitfire
Hawker Hurricane
Avro Lancaster

These aircraft fought during the Battle of Britain — one of the defining air wars in history. RAF pilots were often desperately young. Many were barely out of school, flying multiple sorties a day against the Luftwaffe while Britain itself was under bombardment.

That period forged the mythology.

The RAF image became:
cold mornings on wet runways,
navigation tables lit red at night,
sheepskin jackets,
clipped radio chatter,
instrument dials glowing in darkness,
and machinery built with grim practicality.

British military watches from that era mirrored cockpit instruments:
black dials,
luminous numerals,
anti-reflective surfaces,
highly visible hands,
and moderate sizing for comfort under flight gear

I have been trying to always have something unique whenever I buy a new watch. What do you think of my collection? Any thing I am missing :)

Looking to add to it also, so please let me know your favorite ones and what should I add.

Personally, I really love the Tag Sel, and the seiko dolce.

Sent my Dan Henry 1972 back for a warranty repair because the movement died. Support denied receiving it for 5 weeks despite tracking. After I proved delivery, they claimed "user abuse" due to minor desk diving scratches on the case and demanded $80 to send my broken watch back. When I mentioned consumer rights, they told me: "See you in court!"

Full story:

I bought a Dan Henry 1972 Maverick in May 2025. A few months ago, the quartz movement completely stopped working. Changing the battery did nothing. Since it was within the 1-year warranty, I contacted support and shipped it to their partner in France (GMT Bordeaux - ABH).

According to my official tracking, it was delivered on March 17th. For over 5 weeks, the support agent (Marcelo) claimed their system didn't show it and refused to help. Only after I provided heavy tracking proof and a photo of the parcel did they suddenly "find" it.

Instead of repairing it, they are now holding my watch hostage. They claim I abused the watch because of normal, minor surface scratches on the steel case. These scratches have absolutely zero technical connection to the electronic failure of the internal movement. I even have photos from right before shipping proving the watch had no structural damage.

They gave me an ultimatum: Pay $200 for the repair, or pay an $80 "analysis fee" just to get my own broken property back. When I refused and stated my rights under EU consumer law, Marcelo literally replied:

"You have no other options on the table, and we will offer you no other concessions or considerations.

As said: This is NOT up to negotiation. Let us know if you prefer to proceed with Option 1 or Option 2.

These are the only two options available. If you refuse to decide, we have nothing else to discuss with you.

See you in court!"

I have now officially filed a complaint with the European Consumer Centre (ECC) Austria. Be very careful with this brand. Their customer service is an absolute nightmare once something actually goes wrong with the watch.

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My eyes have a habit of landing on patterns that do not make immediate sense, and they did again on this Breguet 7787.

The seconds hand is ridiculously long in a way that shouldn't work, yet it does. The hands look almost randomly placed but somehow settle into the right spots. It feels effortlessly chaotic in a good way.

Had been thinking of trying to get into Rolex for a few weeks and popped into my AD to have a chat about what models etc I liked. Offered me an Explorer and Explorer II today and couldn’t say no!

Find myself staring at it whenever I wear this one. Also yes I have a small wrist and love big watches haha.

I absolutely love the patina and the story of all the scratches it has. It's a titanium watch with DLC coating. The DLC coating is actually starting to wear off by the clasp, but it does have a cool wear-and-tear effect on it. It started wearing off about 2-years in to wearing the watch every single day.

I have been debating to switch to a Marathon watch (36mm MSAR Anthracite), but should I just keep going full career with this watch?

And as a side context, even with a skinny wrist (6") this watch is extremely comfortable!

My watch collection journey. I started obsessing over Fossil watches ever since the 7th grade and then dropped it when I got to college. Years later, I got hit by the watch bug fairly recently and this is a review of the watches I've picked up since my latest watch fever.

1. Omega Speed Master Saphire Sandwich: An excellent one watch collection. I have a blue leather strap from colareb which i absolutely adore on this. I love the 5 link bracelet of the modern speedy but because I am from a country with a hot climate, I find it uncomfortable that there isn't a micro adjustment. I would wear this more if it did.

2. Tudor Pelagos: I fell in love with this watch before the speedy because I am partial to blue and Tudor was unapologetic on the richness of the blue on this watch. I was smitten. Unfortunately just 2 days ago one of the lumes on the bezel popped out while I was swimming. I'll be going to Tudor to have it replaced under warranty but this is extremely disappointing considering this is a 2022 model.

3. Tudor Monochrome: I am a sucker for the submariner and my experience with the speedy's 5 link bracelet made the monochrome an easy choice! Also, the micro adjustment, as i mentioned in my speedy review, is AWESOME. This is the most comfortable watch in my collection and the one I feel most comfortable using as my GADA watch.

4. Omega Constellation: My grandfather wore this watch for 20 years or so and it was also the watch he passed away with on. I have never been a fan of gold accessories however I only truly understood the importance of attaching a story to a watch. Although it does not get much wrist time, it will be the watch I will never part with. Additionally, it has not been serviced in 30 years yet seems to run better time than my 2022 Tudor pelagos!

5. Orient: I unfortunately got hooked on this watch from a YouTube video because of how rich the red dial is and how affordable it is. I made the mistake of being too trigger happy on this watch and its hard to find an occasion to wear this guy especially since when I do go out, the 4 other watches are much more enjoyable to tag along. This is a reminder to me to not be wasteful in the future and to be mindful about what I truly want and not listen to a hungry mindless urges.

Future watch to my collection:

1) Longines: 2026 hydroconquest in green or blue bezel with black dial. I have way too many dive watches yet... it's just so beautiful to look at and I like dive watches

2) Nomos: Club Campus

3) Max Bill with Red Dial and Date

Any thoughts on what my next watch should be from fellow watch fans / hobbyists would be deeply appreciated!

Not a Porsche but still 🥹

Traded my Submariner for a Batgirl. After owning the Submariner for four months, I ended up trading it for a Batgirl. The Jubilee bracelet is much more comfortable, the watch sits better on my wrist because the caseback is flatter, and I can actually use the GMT complication.

My AD is truly the best! Always takes care of me.

I thought I lost my watch two years ago and well I guess I did lose it but I thought it was lost in public somewhere. I replaced it with a Seiko 5 but I really missed this thing. Well I was cleaning up a corner in my garage and there it lay on the floor! GOD IS SO GREAT!

DJ36

I'm not interested in any Swatch collab, including this one, and I won't buy it anyway. But for the life of me I just can't find a logical reason why they couldn't let you order one online to avoid this mess in front of their stores.

Only thing that makes sense is they're afraid if you think away from the hype, most people will quickly realize that they're thirsting after a plastic pendant with such awful colors that make it look like something your kids got with a happy meal.

Beater for the evening! Yes, I am about to set the date :)

Found a cool TH watch on Amazon, decided to buy it for 100€ (30% off)

I know it’s a fashion watch so quality-wise (movement, precision etc) may not be top notch but I think it’s pretty.

However, I’m slightly concerned with the authenticity of it. When i received the watch it came with some serial numbers tied on the bracelet, i’m asking Modova to check its authenticity.

What do you guys think ? Is it a good buy ? Is TH watches good ? (I have minimal knowledge on watches)

Quick question, i own the green OP 41 went in to take a look at the pistachio and actually really loved it, would you do the trade ?

New release OP41, really cool piece and much nicer in person. YG bezel and the nods to 100 years are a classy touch!

Not counting my Apple Watch, I’ve never spent more than $20-30 on a watch. I had some casino comps and didn’t wanna use it on a steak. Looked at their watches and just loved how this one looked. Bought it with 0 watch knowledge. This a good watch? I might be already looking at other watches as it sparked something in me. What’s your favorite watch brands/models under $500?

Long-ish story. Around Christmas I went into my local jeweler/AD and got my wife some earrings. It was my first time in there but it was a good year and she deserved something special, as she’s the most spectacular woman on the planet. While her gift was being boxed up, I browsed Rolexes as I’d always wanted one but had never felt I could even contemplate buying one. Before I left I mentioned that if this specific model ever came in, I’d love the chance to buy it.

Fast forward to late winter and we ended up inheriting a lake cabin from my dad’s side of the family. A nice place but far from a palace, and a definite fixer-upper. We decided that since we were through having kids we could take the leap and remodel it over the winter so we’d have it ready for summer and could make a special place for our family to make memories. Solid plan but it’s been the stereotypical money pit, as I should have seen coming.

Roughly three weeks into that adventure and two weeks before my scheduled vasectomy, my wife came down the stairs holding three sticks that threw a massive wrench into our plans. No doubts about it.

So the last few months have been an absolute whirlwind, as we had outgrown our house, were dumping money into a remodel, and were juggling two under two. New house, new vehicle, new routine. Which brings us to last week when I got the call that the watch I had my eye on had come in. I almost groaned at the twisted irony as I’ve never felt more broke in my life. But I decided to go for it.

The logic being: money will come and go in life, and it’s great to have enough to be comfortable. But the real wealth is the people in your life that make you stop and count your blessings. I decided to treat myself and celebrate the unexpected, and to look forward to what’s in store. So while it may sound sappy, I think whenever I look at this watch it’ll remind me of this particular place in time and make me smile. It’s been stressful and hectic but I am content, and I hope whoever is reading this is too. Cheers.

Listen, I was trying to buy a Rolex 41mm smooth bezel datejust. But, of course, they didn’t have any available. My friend told me I should take a look at this Tudor.
I’ve seen it online before, and was never super impressed. That was until I saw it with my eyes and felt it on my wrist. This watch is beautiful. It looks elegant, but FEELS solid and well made. I fell in love and am not looking back.

On vacation with my family and decided to go to Bucherer. Walked in and started to shmooz the SA. I was trying on the Land Dweller when I mentioned that I was on the waitlist for a Wimbledon with a Fluted Bezel at the Bucherer in Manhattan. Right before we walked out she made the offer. Left thought about it sealed the deal!

First Rolex obtained.
(Still on the waitlist for the fluted)

Not as colorful and certainly doesn’t “pop”

This chaos was totally predictable and preventable. They could have just made it available online. Seriously! It could have prevented so much of tax payer money and resources trying to police these thugs and low lifes.

90% of them didn’t intend to own it. So, what was the point. I think the cities should sue swatch for draining city resources for this stupid stunt.

Hi everyone,
I am trying to identify this watch. It belonged to my late father, and I would love to find the exact same model. The picture is a bit blurry, but I'm hoping someone recognizes it.

The photo is mirrored. The crown and pushers are actually on the normal right side (3 o'clock).

If anyone has any idea what this could be, it would mean the world to me. Thank you!

My first Patek and perpetual calendar complication watch. Big thanks to European Watch Company for shipping this so quickly.

I finally got call from my AD on this Zombie GMT. I waited about 2-3 months #gmt #gmt2 #rolex #rolexzombie #zombie #watchesofswitzerland

I feel like maybe the last slot in my six-watch collection should be a dress watch. Suggestions?

2025 Omega Speedmaster Flight Qualified
2026 Rolex Explorer 2 Polar
2024 Omega Seamaster NTTD
2022 IWC TimeZoner Le Petit Prince
1970 Rolex Date

Wear all of them pretty regularly. What would you fill in the final slot?

Flew to Miami to be a groomsman at my buddy’s wedding, and got a chance to see how the Starbucks works all dressed up. Not disappointed.

Requested a GMT or Daytona from my AD. So far have been offered a Daytona (white gold, blue dial) two weeks ago (I declined) and now being offered this sub date “Starbucks”

Honestly no idea why I’m being offered these sought after pieces - so yes I consider myself super lucky. I do have a good relationship with the SA, and I’d like to think I’m super good with words which helps

UPDATE: I gave my AD the “green” light for this piece. In other words, I’m taking it. Thanks to those who weighed it.

Picked up this Patek

Just picked this up today and am very pleased. I've been in the market for a green watch for a few months, but was not looking to spend more than a few hundred bucks. After poring over watch after watch that I just didn't like (The Alpinist does very little for me, for example), I found this thing and instantly fell in love with the dial. The very first thing that popped into mind when I saw it was ancient bamboo forest and the second thing was dragon scales, and I figured that a dial that evocative was the move to make. It also happens to be my first open case back, and my second automatic.

I do dislike the strap and honestly I'm pretty torn in the deployment clasp. I feel like it's very difficult to adjust the size without things sliding. I have another band coming and wish it just had a regular signed buckle I could easily swap over.

G-Shock - For days when I feel like I'm an action star, or when I need to do stuff at home like minor carpentry or plumbing.

Seiko SPB453 - What I wear in the office to hide my identity as an action star.

Rolex 124270 - When I need to pretend I'm rich.

Considering today mess here is all the color I need on my watch

Celebrating a year with this hog

Words for those who are considering an Oysterquartz. It will eventually need service and maybe sooner than later and the service will be upwards of $1700. Not a big deal because it’s honestly a sick piece of Rolex history but just know that when you’re taking the plunge. It might seem like a more accessible model but it could bite you in the butt.

All was great with the watch it keeps perfect time in the box and then for some reason when worn it immediately starts losing time. AD said the watchmaker confirmed it was not the battery. (And also informed me if I’m interested in selling two workers approached her if I wasn’t interested in a repair and instead wanted to sell).

Some might consider it a money pit but I think it’s awesome - and clearly Rolex does too with the return of the case.

Edit: 2am here, heading off for the night. Will reply other questions tomorrow. Cheers!

Hey r/watches, so I managed to get hold of 2 Royal Pops (the Orenji Hachi and the Blaue Acht). Initial impressions:

1. Love the colour and the design! Really such a fun piece.
2. Pretty cool that you can see the Sistem51 movement, feels like a normal manual winding movement. And it's fairly easy to wind the movement while it's in the holder.
3. Popping mechanism is very solid. Doesn't feel like this will break (unlike the pushers on the MoonSwatch which were a little flimsy).
4. Included lanyard is too short to wear it anywhere on your body, so I guess Swatch is really pushing for this to be used more as a bag charm / pocket watch (attached to your belt loop).
5. Measured dimensions of the watch head at 41mm, 8.3mm thick. With the holder it goes up to 45mm.
6. Once these can be worn on the wrist, I think you'll start seeing it everywhere.

I know how tricky it may be to get hold of these, so if you've got any questions that you can't find an answer to / not already covered by any of the news outlets, let me know and I'll try to answer them!

Hopefully we can avoid discussion on whether the watch is worth it, or your thoughts on this collaboration.

- Ken

So I think I am done for a while with watches so posting my state of the collection as a 36 years old man with a tiny wrist!

The one that gets most wrist time these days is the Casio, for casual days in the office.

The Seiko 5 is usually the one I wear for holidays and other trips.

The Longines was my first "luxury" watch, a gift from my wife for my 30th birthday.

The Oris I got a couple years ago, really like it.

As for the Rolex and JLC we got them last year and as my wife is the same wrist size as me we can actually both wear them which is nice.

I am still blown away by the brightness and duration of the lume on this watch. Transitioning from daylight to dim spaces is always a
kick, the travel time glows like a jack o lantern.

After getting a 36 blue DJ, and a starbucks sub, I finally got the call for the batgirl after putting my name down a year ago. Shocked that I got the call, but finally picked it up. Guess the car though👀

While I keep searching for that “next thing” (being a white dial right now), I realize that I already have the perfect one watch collection (for ME) in the sub date. It’s nice to window shop and appreciate other models, but it’s hard to justify purchasing anything else right now.

The proportions, the balance of the case, the glidelock allowing the perfect fit. The versatility is unmatched in my opinion, even without having to change a strap.

Curious what you’re one watch collection is, or if any of you are in the same boat!

Anyone know the ref number for this Turn-o-graph? 36 mil, Arabic numerals, Rolex jubilee dial and bracelet. Thanks!

Been on the list for an Oyster Perpetual 36 in black for 4 months now with no purchase history but walked into my local AD to see what they might had. Tried on a few exhibition watches, had a lovely conversation and asked if they had any Datejust 36 available. The SA said she had one and now this mint green Datejust 36 is mine!

I've been in the Air Force for a while now, and the long flights after sunset are still the best part of the job. The plane goes quiet, the green glow kicks in, and it’s just steady work and a good vibes. I saved up enough to grab the Speedy I’d been interested for awhile. It may have been a stretch for me but it has been, and it’s been solid every day since. It’s one of those things you buy for yourself because you actually earned it. Now I’m debating if I should put it on a NATO strap just to switch up the look.

Omega - belonged to my father, gave it to me because he saw how much I liked it. My first serous watch.

Seiko kinetic - first watch I bought, love the design and movement.

Presage - wanted something dressy.

Citizen - loved everything about the watch, so I bought that instantly.

Casio Royal - moded that myself and also for my best friend. His is full stateless steal.

Casio oak - “mandatory” g-shock, love to wear it when staying home.

I’m 26 and I’ve been given a steel Royal Oak, it belonged to my dad purchased retail in 1990. I’d really love to keep it and wear it so I looked up as much info as I could about it and here is the position I’m in..

The watch is a quartz movement and needs a service to get moving again. It seems like that’s $7k from AP and I can’t afford that, also from what I understand it’s not a sophisticated way to build a watch so I don’t really see that being worthwhile to “invest” in if I were to save up

https://www.reddit.com/r/audemarspiguet/s/vqV1QrQ4B9

The bracelet is too small by a few links, I’m wondering if I should even get links for a watch I can’t service

Finally, I’m worried attempting to sell a watch in this condition would be considered bad faith because the buyer would then have to service a glorified battery watch. I’m at a total loss of what to do here.. as it stands it’s kept safely and put away

Anyways if you read this far I’m open to being made fun of or jokes at my expense, I recognize the situation is a bit strange. Maybe I have the wrong idea about a few things so I’m just looking for any kind of insight, advice or information on how I might be able to move forward with this so that I’m not just sitting on a watch I can’t wear or sell. Any input is appreciated, thank you

Hi i got my first watch (NH8350-59EB) recently in shanghai and didnt really fit in store. Not that i didnt but with the help of the sale assistant, currently it feels loose but with 1 removed, i cant fit in my hand. What should I do? Have 1 link removed, change strap or? Might be stubborn of me but it feels nice to have original parts retain as it feels memorable

First watch recommendations?

I’m a 20 year old man, Iv never owned a “real” watch before and would like some recommendations on some good bang for your buck watches that still look pretty good. I like the look of the mission to Pluto but I hear they aren’t worth the money. Id prefer a dress watch and I think chronograph. my budget will be around $100-$200 preferably. This won’t be an every day watch but more of a special occasion type of thing. Thank you In advance.

The Atlanta swatch AP launch has been cancelled due to the crowds and the danger they present. The que was getting wild so they shut it down. Here is a video of the cancellation.

https://youtube.com/shorts/Hsw2q3v932A?si=f0OWKPGOSs9_O7S1

Good morning peoples!

I'm hoping to get a long term gada watch. I have a g shock, Skagen beater and a Tissot Powermatic 80 as my dress watch.

My choices are a 2025 used Longines spirit 37mm for 2400 CAD or a new Hanhart Pioneer HD12 Preventor which I have found on bracelet for 1750CAD all in brand new with tax.

https://www.longines.com/en-ca/p/watch-longines-spirit-l3-410-4-93-6

vs

https://www.hanhart.com/en/product-category/watches/pioneer-en/pioneer-preventor-hd12-en/?v=5435c69ed3bc

Don't want to save for a seamaster and can't justify paying for a Tudor ranger let alone a Rolex explorer.

Good morning. Im getting a new quartz piece in a few weeks. Ive been pretty sure it would be a prx 35mm in blue, but while browsing i came across this vhp conquest silver/white in 36. I have 3 other analogs all black so going for a different color on this one. I love the idea of the vhp movement and what it can do, but I havent really seen these on here or in stores at all. I am aware there is no micro adjust on the bracelet, but the prx doesnt have micro adjust either, though the prx has true half links which the longines does not. I have had the prx quartz before and did really enjoy it, and regret selling it, but this longines seems superior. There is a 200$ difference though. So I wanted to see what you all thought between these 2, or any other specific models I should check out? The longines is discontinued so im not sure if servicing(if it ever even needs it) might be an issue?

Im certain that I want quartz, around 34-36mm, bracelet, saphire, 3 hander, nothing too busy, ar, l2l no greater than 45mm, mostly brushed, wr isnt a big deal as long as its splash proof as i have a solid diver if i go swimming, and at around 500$ usd or less. Both watches im looking at meet all criteria. Is there anything else I should be looking at?

I appreciate any input. Thanks all and enjoy your weekends.

Hi everyone,

For my dad’s 60th birthday, we’re thinking about getting him a new watch. For his 50th, we bought him an Alpina Extreme Sailing LE (44mm), and he’s basically never taken it off since. It’s a really unique piece, and the Milanese bracelet alone is one of the best I’ve seen on the market.

He wears his watch for absolutely everything—sports, outdoor activities, desk work, meetings—so it needs to be well-built because he’ll definitely put it through its paces. He prefers some weight on the wrist, so stainless steel over lighter or more exotic materials. He’s also not a fan of square or tonneau-shaped cases.

Right now, we’re considering the Laco Mojave 42 (42mm, DLC) because of the customization options, solid build, fair price, and the fact it’s steel with a DLC coating. In general, he (and I) like watches that have that “extra” touch—something a bit special. His Alpina being a limited edition, plus that standout bracelet, really set the bar high, so it’s been tough finding something that feels just as right.

I was also thinking about going for a bronze watch for a change. Since he wears his watches everywhere, he’d probably develop an amazing patina over time. That said, I haven’t come across one that really clicks yet. If the budget were higher, I’d probably look at something like the Tudor Black Bay 58 Bronze (full bronze, 43mm) or some of the more distinctive TAG Heuer Aquaracers.

Do you have any recommendations? Ideally something unique that still ticks all the boxes: good weight, solid construction, versatile (business + casual), and around 41.5–44mm (40mm might feel a bit small).

I’ve already gone through most of the microbrands as well as the classic brands I’m familiar with. I’m also still considering the Mido Multifort TV Bronze, but as mentioned, he’s not really into square/rectangular/tonneau shapes—and while the Mido has a more unique case, the 40mm size probably rules it out for me anyway.

After going back and forth with myself on when the right time was to start my Rolex journey, I finally decided that this was the year. I’d been on the list for a Bruce Wayne since 2024, but quickly realised it probably wasn’t going to happen without building some purchase history first - something my London AD pretty much confirmed.

Shortly after my birthday, I got the call for a Rolex Yacht‑Master 40 Rhodium and honestly couldn’t have been happier, as it’s always been one of my favourite references and it hasn’t left my wrist since purchase 😅

Love the subreddit and will be posting again soon as I’ve caught the bug to build a collection!

Welcome to my State of the Collection post! I’d really appreciate hearing your thoughts in the comments - which watch is your favorite, and what stands out to you most?

Current lineup: 1.Seiko Presage Cocktail Time “Skydiving” - SRPB43 2.Seiko 5 “5KX” - SRPD51K1 3.Seiko 5 Field - SRPG35K1 4.Orient Bambino V2 - FAC00009N0 5.Citizen “C7” - NH8390-03XE 6.Casio Edifice - EQB-1100D-1A 7.Casio G-Shock - 5610U

So I've been looking to get a good watch and will last me and after looking around, a shop in my area had this watch and I loved it. It warped my wrist beautifly and it was like I was wearing a bracelet as it's really thin. The guy also gave me a really good price for it almost 40% off.

My question is is this brand good? Has anybody heard a bad review or something?

Thanks for the help!

I found a watch on Amazon I like and the shipping is fast. It's not in stock on the Seiko site. Should I take the risk to get it from Amazon?

Imagine, all this craziness over a plastic neck watch 😂… what would it be like if Rolex had models readily available on release…

I bought a 15400 in 2016 and while I’ve enjoyed the watch immensely, the movement has been problematic over the years. The watch completely stopped working half a dozen times, and I’ve sent it in for service each time.

Last week the movement stopped again. I’m going to send it in for servicing soon. For those familiar with AP’s customer service policies, is it unreasonable to request for a movement replacement since the same problem has occurred repeatedly?

Would also appreciate advice on whether to sell after it returns from this service. Is the 3120 usually this unreliable?

Can you identify these two watches and tell me there name and price. I guess one is buvola.

I just got a Seiko SRPE43 Cocktail Time Old Clock.

https://www.seikowatches.com/us-en/products/presage/srpe43j1

While the included blue leather band seems decent, I think I'll keep that for more formal occasions.

I have a grey Anchor sailcloth coming that should be good for daily use.

https://anchorstrapco.com/collections/classic-sailcloth/products/classic-sailcloth-strap-grey?variant=43741484613768

I also want to look at a metal band, but can't decide between these.

Uncle Straps beads of rice.

https://unclestraps.com/products/beads-of-rice-bracelet-seiko-presage-38-5mm

Islander brac-121 oyster style.

https://longislandwatch.com/islander-20mm-brushed-bracelet-for-seiko-38-5mm-cocktail-time-watch-brac-121/

Islander brac-122 jubilee style.

https://longislandwatch.com/islander-20mm-brushed-and-polished-bracelet-for-seiko-38-5mm-cocktail-time-watch-brac-122/

Leaning towards the beads of rice because it's lighter and more flexible so it should be more comfortable.

Comments and thoughts?

Do u know what watch this is? Sorry for the bad pics

My luck came through! Secured the brand new Coca-Cola CasiOak via the Japan release draw. The subtle details like the little bottle hand at 9 o'clock and the carbonated bubble dial are so well executed. Stoked!

Sorry for short review 4 second to showoff my wife can’t hold any longer lol

https://preview.redd.it/j6c860hitg1h1.png?width=1080&format=png&auto=webp&s=bef6a842318097abe2e94b486cd8c7999e83e954

Hi there friends. Could you help me identify this pocket watch? Thank you! 😄

I'm used to bigger watches so wanted some reassurance

I like the wood grain effect on the new Rolex card and swing tag.

Hey. I want to buy my first serious piece after being strictly an apple watch wearer. I don’t know much about “luxury” watches but I do know I want a Franck Muller that is in the 35-41mm range. I was wondering besides buying it directly from them, what was the best way to go about this. I don’t mind traveling or buying a used one and my budget is ideally 10k or under.

Any advice would be appreciated. Thanks.

I just learned about it and I tend to only be free and awake at those times to tinker with it

Got this on a great deal IMO from my local Walmart! $47.00 without taxes.

This is my second gshock after my trusted dw-5600. Got this while randomly checking my walmart store. Saw some other with the similar modules but different models on same clearance as well.

I think this has a great blacked-out matte look.

Hi folks!

I've got this Seiko GMT for a while now but I noticed, a couple of weeks ago, these little things on the hour and minute hands of the watch.

Different lights can be really tricky sometimes...

Anyhow:

They reflect light, but I can't understand if it's dust or imperfections of the steel. (maybe scratches?)

I dealt with dust before with a Vagary and this doesn't look like it but you never know...

I took the watch to two different watchmakers, they both said the watch is perfect but clearly there's something on the hands!

The watch has never been opened, it's just two years old but it looks like new and every time I don't use it I clean it and put it back in the box...

Can you help me with this doubt?

The photos are the best I could take with my phone, I hope they're useful!

Thanks for the help! ^_^

Yes, this is a first for me. A few friends with Rolexes but I’ll be honest, and perhaps I shouldn’t be on a Rolex sub, I’ve never been sold on the idea of a Sub or GMT etc. I’ve got the Tudor BB58 that satisfies the sports watch daily beater, and I wanted something to balance it out.

Bought grey market, didn’t want to play games with the local AD as a first buyer and more or less consigned myself to a price that I was happy to pay. This watch was unworn. I toyed with the mint green dial, beautiful but I do believe the green craze will subside at some point and the blue sunburst will stand the test of time. Most will know already but the dial is so changeable under different light conditions. Lower light it goes almost a blue grey, really beautiful.

Proportionally the 36mm is the right one, for me at least. The jubilee and fluted is flashy enough, the sizing just tones what could be a fairly loud watch down. I very much liked the smooth bezel option too but it erred more on the size of sporty. I still think this is a watch that can be dressed up or down regardless, it straddles both sports watch and dress watch, but definitely leans towards the latter.

Cheers!

I happened to have visited a Rolex store in Athens, Greece, that’s not really an AD but indeed operated by Rolex. The lady at the store mentioned that there’s only two such stores in the world. One in Geneva and the other in Athens. Rest are all operated by independent local ADs, at least excluding the Bucherer acquisition.

I verified it on Rolex’s website and it turned out to be true. All the other stores have the name of the operating AD. The one in Athens doesn’t. There’s 3 in the same area and 2/3 are ADs. Now, I didn’t verify every one of ‘em listed, but the ones I’ve seen in New York, California, and even the 2 in Athens have their Dealer name listed, but not this one.

What are the odds?

Anyway, I bought my very first Rolex, the TT Yacht Master 40 (126621-0002). I love how beautiful the piece looks. I know a lot of people hate the TTs, but I genuinely love looking at it. It’s gorgeous and I’ve always loved Rose Gold.

Do you prefer the black and blue GMT on oyster or jubilee

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Went to the Rolex AD yesterday, and tried on both the Explorer 1 and the GMT Master 2.

My impression of both the Batman and Sub is that they are just too big and out there. But I never tried them on. Having tried the Batman yesterday I was pretty shocked to see that it is actually pretty thin and the overall size is perfect. I hate it that now I really want the Batman.

But anyways, I also tried the Explorer 1, and I know the 36 is very appealing to many collectors, but it just seems too small for me, and I feel it should also be a bit thinner for 36.

Usually photos from this point of view are making watches bigger so I feel it wears even smaller than in the photos. What do you think?

Earlier this week I found this watch at my mom's house. It used to be the watch of my great-grandfather from my father's side. I once saw it as a kid and again as a teenager but didn't really paid any attention to it since watches wasn't really my thing back in the day.

Since I got into watches not too long ago I really was excited to find this heirloom (again) since my father passed away 3y ago. He didn't really wear/talk about it but he never threw it away either. I want to restore it to its former glory and I've been searching which model it is. But I can't put my finger on it. I'm guessing it's from the end 40's/mid 50's. I hope one of you could give me a little more insight about this heirloom.

My Submariner 124060 is ready for pick-up.

Hey everyone,

Wanted to share something a little different here.

My AD at Ben Bridge reached out a few months back and invited me to the BNP Paribas Open at Indian Wells to experience the tennis tournament from the Rolex Suite. Honestly didn’t know what to expect going in, but it turned out to be one of those days you don’t forget.

I put together a video taking you through the whole thing — walking the grounds, stepping inside the suite, watching the day matches from some of the best seats in the stadium, and there was an unexpected moment later in the afternoon that none of us saw coming.

If you’re into watches AND tennis this one’s for you. Would love to hear from anyone else who’s been to Indian Wells or experienced anything like this. Drop your thoughts below!

Hi everyone I bought this strap recently cause I liked the way it looks, but didn't really have a watch to pair it in mind when I bought it. I decided to pair with the Bambino 2 with the small seconds and a cream dial. What does everyone think? And if you didn't like what type of dial would go best with this strap? Thanks I'm advance.

Hi all, I told my AD that I wanted a TT Everose Chocolate Datejust, but I’m having second thoughts about it. My coworker was offered a TT Everose Pink, and it was gorgeous.

One of my relatives also told me that pink looks way better and asked why I chose the chocolate.

I know it’s ultimately up to me on what configuration I get, but I keep thinking about whether I made the right choice or not. I think both Chocolate and Pink are beautiful…but I’ll have to choose one since I don’t think I’ll get both. At least in the near future.

Would like to hear some thoughts!

Edit: Wish I took pictures for comparison, but I only have a pic of TT Gold Chocolate, which I didn’t like as much.

Elegant without trying too hard.
The 5935A blends a warm salmon dial, polished steel case, and world time complication into something quietly timeless.

This is my first Deep Diver, Pro Diver, purchased two to three years ago. This highly capable and affordable tool watch is powered by a Japan Miyota Citizen 2115 precision quartz movement housed in a round 41mm x 12mm x 48mm (L2L) 316L stainless-steel case, 120-click unidirectional rotating black/red aluminum coin-edge bezel with 60-minute markings, solid stainless-steel screw-down branded caseback, and a stainless-steel signed screw-in crown at 4 o'clock. The round blue sunburst dial has three hands and applied markers, date window at 3 o'clock, and highly luminous hands, markers, and bezel pip. The dial is protected by a scratch-resistant sapphire crystal. The watch is finished on a 22mm custom-fit black silicone strap with a 20mm stainless-steel signed tang-buckle clasp. This diver is rated to 200 Meter/660 Feet water resistance. Positive features: tool-watch rugged build; excellent value for an affordable price; reliable quartz movement with a 3-year battery life; premium sapphire crystal; good lume on the hands and bezel pip; supple and comfortable silicone strap.

has anyone seen any 2026 novelties available yet for display at the ADs around NYC/Long island area?

My parents took me to a local jewelry store today to “just look” at some watches since they know I’m into watches. This ended up being my favorite of the ones they had there and next thing I know they were bagging it up. I’m still quite in shock getting such a gift and I absolutely love the watch! My left wrist is broken and still have 4 weeks until my cast is off, so I’m having to be the guy who wears watches on his dominant wrist

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After various mental exercises and trying to condense the numbers of watches to cover everything in my main collection. I have ultimately found that 8 watches (for the time being) seems to be the Goldilocks to cover all basis…for me.

I’ve started a one in, one out policy. Meaning if I add anything that one has to go in order to make room for it.

What do you guys think? Do you have a number of watches that work best for you? If so let me know. Also how do you categorize your watches? Do you coordinate with what you’re wearing? Or rotate through the week?

Cleaned up the post body — still getting used to writing about watches. Anyway, here’s my ultra‑thin hand‑wound Cartier that I was able to photograph the other day.

My first purchase from Hamilton and I could not be happier. I know some people are frustrated by the 24-hour printing inside the indices & the position of the date wheel while others feel Hamilton should have made this version thinner. My biggest criticism is the lack of lume on the bezel insert. At a minimum, I think a lume pip would have been a worthwhile addition.

That said, I think the new dial design is outstanding overall, and I am extremely happy with the purchase.

Picture doesn't do it justice but finally decided to get me a Citizen watch. I have been talking about getting one for at least five years or so and this trip my wife pushed for me to get it. This watch makes five in total so I think it is time that I get a case. Do you all have any good recommendations for cases that could hold around ten or twenty watches?

Edit: spelling errors

Recently, I picked up a really nice Altiplano with a lapis lazuli stone dial, and honestly it looks even better in person. At first, the size kind of threw me off since I’m not used to smaller watches, but I’m slowly getting used to it and starting to like the vibe. I’ve always seen Tyler, the Creator wearing those smaller Cartiers, so I figured I’d give it a shot. At the end sizes matter? (off: those vintages piaget skyrocketed in price wtf)

Wanted to share my story about my first Rolex (126710GRNR on Jubilee)

My family over the course of the last 20-30 years has always purchased from our local jeweler. (My grandparents included). In that timespan, our jeweler went from selling Tag Heuer, Bell & Ross, and Movado to also carrying Rolex.

In high school, my parents would buy jewelry for holidays and special occasions. (David Yurman notably). When I turned 17, I got my first watch (A Movado) from my SA and joked that when I graduated college, I would get a Rolex. When I graduated in 2020, the market had exploded but I still expressed my interest in a GMT knowing my chances were slim.

Just before watches and wonders a few years back, I saw the rumors of the GRNR and knew it aligned with what I wanted and what I wear daily. I expressed my interest and from time to time would stop in to ask.

About three weeks ago, I called my SA and told her I was graduating with my MBA this month, and turning 30 next month. I received the call the week before graduation to come get my watch.

I look forward to working my way to a Daytona with some additional pieces in the coming years.

What do yall think of it? I bought this brand new on eBay. I knew it was going to look good because it’s a 38mm and my wrist is like 6.5” I do like that it comes with some sort of micro adjustment even though it’s like a spring bar. It works🤷‍♂️. But overall this watch is amazing. Also it goes with pretty much everything. What’s the max mm do you guys think I can pull off. I am kinda skinny but I think maybe a 41mm would be my max.

Still no call from my ad but my wife got me the cake!

Picked up this bad boy today. I was looking for a ROO for a while, and had to celebrate my companies successful year.

I wanted to get a newer ROO with the newer movement, love the chrono and this specific color combo. I wear alot of blue and gray so made sense to me, and its a bit more unique.

Saw alot of this one going for 35 to 42k, but found this guy in perfect condition with box papers etc 2023 for 35,200.

Been deep in the AP rabbit hole lately but this Day-Date still makes me horny

Went to the famous bar centifolia in Tokyo and the owner noticed my 26238CD and says he is a HUGE AP fan and he does the special events for the Tokyo House. He stamped the Ice with the AP Logo and at the end when we went to take our picture he runs to the back to grab his watch i’m expecting a 15510st or even a 16202st…. nope absolutely stuns me with his 26585CE Openwork QP 🤯🤯🤯 Amazing experience, he is incredibly talented and friendly, along with the rest of the staff. TBH expecting it to be more show than taste but nope the cocktails were some of the best i’ve had and the presentation isn’t even close to anything else. Whether you’re an AP lover or not, you definitely should try and go to bar centifolia in Tokyo for the drinks, you’ll have a blast! This is why I love watches because I can make friends and stories with them all over the world!!

Finally was able to get it on a Jubilee, and to be honest, I think these bracelets suit all GMT’s incredibly well. Couldn’t be happier.

This watch is truly amazing. Nothing like it….

I thought it would take years before I got my 1st Rolex. Very excited

Love it. ~9 months on the waiting list at the local AD (first purchase from them). Previously offered same watch but with Oyster bracelet, decided to wait for Jubilee a bit longer. Absolutely worth it.

Got the text Monday and picked this up today! Only about a 3 week or so wait!

We’ve all been there. Watch looks great online, you buy it, but when it comes, you’re a little letdown. If you’re smart, you return it, but if you’re not (like me), you have an eyesore sitting next to your lovelies.

Which watch did you buy that turned out to be a letdown?

Pictures invited and encouraged.

I found the AnchorFlex pro strap while scrolling Instragram one day. I’ve had it bookmarked for months and finally decided to purchase it. I have always cheaped out and bought Aliexpress FKM straps and there was always something I didn’t like.

So far this thing is classy, comfortable, lightweight and the green is the perfect shade i’ve been looking for. Time will tell how it holds up but it looks so good with the srpe93. The AnchorFlex Pro was meant for the turtle!

Found this watch at the thrift a few months ago and it's so unique. I got curious and looked to see if I could find it online. NOTHING was coming up. I couldn't even find a watch with a similar face design. If anyone has any info that would be appreciated!

I inherited a battery operated Oyster Quartz when my grandfather died back in 2009. I always loved his Rolex when I was a kid in the 90’s and early 2000’s and have worn this two toned battery powered Rolex to every special event since he died. It reminds me of him as he always wore a suit and had it on when he was alive and it is an interesting piece of Rolex history.

I decided to go into my AD and be put on a wait list for a modern Date Just 41. I landed on a fluted bezel, rhodium dial, oyster band watch. I was honestly dead set on the jubilee until I went in and tried them on. The Jubilee wins in comfort hands down but as far as versatility and less flashiness I found the Oyster to fit my lifestyle better. Both look excellent I just found the Oyster to truly be a “go with anything” band.

Either way, the wait begins and I’m excited to add a modern Date Just to my collection.

During my trip in Vegas, I got the call and picked up this brand new addition to my collection. Really wanted the Sub with a date, but this feels and looks great. Thoughts?

Looking to see how much i can get from this, trying to maximise

I'm having some major decision paralysis around what watch for my 30th birthday I want to get next so I put myself to the committy to try and get some suggestions. I am looking for a new GADA watch somewhere around $1.5kish. My preference would be for a light gray or white dial but if something has really good utility I'm down for it. Please give me ideas bc the I need some direction thanks.

I finally pulled the trigger on the IWC Mark XX today! I had been going back and forth on this for a while, I even did a 'help me choose' where the IWC came second (after the Seamaster AT), but honestly I like the IWC better. Went with the black dial too - not a huge fan of the sunburst.

Don’t have the biggest knowledge of the brands history, I have a couple pieces. Was wondering if this would possibly be a sought after collectors piece? Pretty weird lol

As the title says:

Your boy is officially the first Tribe Member to lose every single raffle 😭

For those unaware, MB&F owners are part of “The Tribe,” and members never had to play the raffles since they were always allowed to buy one directly. What’s funny is that I ended up buying my first MB&F about a month after losing the last one 😂.

At this point I’m genuinely curious:

After all the chaos around these, how do you guys actually feel about the M.A.D.Editions now?

Anyone else rocking the "Loser's Edition" too? 💀

From my last post, I was trying to find a little something from myself to celebrate a big year and big event. After visiting several boutiques (IWC, Omega, Zenith) I ultimately decided on the Top Time B31 model from Breitling.

I've normally not been a fan of breitling despite their legacy. Navitimer models seemed overly flashy and busy and they were huge on the wrist. However the top time B31 release was immediately intriguing. It was simple but with colorways that added a pop of flair l really liked. Of the three variants, the blue was too brilliant and the white felt casual. The deep green gave the watch a somewhat executive look IMO and I made my choice.

On the wrist, the watch gives almost a mix of Rolex Milgauss and Seiko Alpinist vibes with the orange seconds hand and the forest green dial. The baton hands are actually split, being bridged by a lumed surface in the middle, which I thought was a cool detail that highlights the numerals rather than just pointing to them.

The date window isn't color-matched and does have a cyclops, which I was hesitant about initially. I still don't love a cyclops, but it's much less intrusive than I thought it would be.

The movement is beautifully finished and can be admired through the exhibition caseback. It comes with 78 hours of power reserve so it packs a punch in a small package and means I can pick up this watch after a few days and not need to set it.

The watch came on a bracelet with angled links which I've never seen before. It's quirky but doesn't do all that much for me. The clasp however has toolless microdjust and furthermore, it can be shortened (but not lengthened) on the wrist. That's just a cool feature that I get a kick out of. I found the bracelet difficult to remove without the use of springbar pliers.

The boutique also provided a strap of my choice and I went with the calfskin brown with white contrast stitching and curved springbars. Annoyingly, I had to buy the buckle separately which seems like common Breitling practice. I passed on the marching green racing strap it comes with because I thought it was too loud.

Overall, I think this is a great watch that can be dressed up or down on bracelet or on leather. Looking forward to taking this one out more!

Wrapping up my quest for the perfect strap. The original rubber is great but it snags on clothes. NATO/Zulu straps are cool but gives a smartwatch feel. In the end, I went with a Strapcode Miltat bracelet after browsing Reddit and forums. Was deciding between Islander and Strapcode - went with the latter based on the name and build quality.

Solid-link, hefty and better than Seiko's own steel bracelets (compared it with Seiko 5 Sports). Fits perfectly right out of the box. Didn't even need the micro-adjustment.

Going to buy this watch. would like to clean the bezel of this. How easy would it be to do? Or do I need to bring it to a professional cleaner. What is it? Just dirt? Or tarnish?

Big year. Got married, got a senior vice president role in finance (under 30). Worked hard, told the AD I wanted a watch to celebrate wedding, nothing. Got the call for the big job, nothing - so I made the call. Wasn’t cheap but could have been worse. Overall love the watch and I can’t wait to daily it!

How did I do?

Hey All, I had requested for OP 41 MM Green or Beige. Recently got a call for Beige and it was too good to pass. I already own white Datejust. I can't get my mind over the green OP - for the color pop and elegance. Does it make sense to still pursue green or should I be happy with the beige OP. I'll appreciate your thoughts. Thanks!

I’ve had this watch for almost 2 years. The reality is I’ve worn it probably less than 10 times. I don’t wear it when I’m around my social circle because I don’t want to flaunt.

My justification for keeping it is that I’ll probably get one later in life when I’m more ready for it. Because the reality is my style is low key. I could maybe wear it as a daily in 20 years when I can justify to myself that I’m of the my age of wearing a solid gold watch daily. I also love the dial and numeral combo.

I don’t need the money (but can use it for other things). I mostly look at this piece as a “rainy day fund”.

I’ve wanted a Submariner since I was a kid, probably because of James Bond and Rolex marketing. Over the years, I kept putting off buying one through different life milestones—college graduation, career promotions, marriage, kids—always telling myself it was “just a watch” and the money would be better invested elsewhere.

Two years ago, after a serious health scare involving a ruptured appendix and multiple complications that kept me in the hospital for 18 nights over three stays, I started thinking differently about life and the things I kept postponing. Getting a Submariner was one of them.

As I recovered, I visited my local AD and expressed interest in a Submariner Date and a few steel GMTs after trying them on. My SA was upfront that these models were in high demand and would take time, especially in the DC/MD area. Over the next year, after a few visits and check-ins, I realized the Submariner (No Date) was the one I truly wanted all along.

Last week, my SA emailed saying they had a No Date exhibition model in and invited me to try it on. The moment I did, I knew it was the watch for me and told my SA so. Before leaving, I asked honestly when he thought I’d get the opportunity to buy it after waiting nearly two years. He said, “I believe it will be very soon.”

Four days later, I got the call!

My first Rolex, and one I plan to keep forever. Feeling very grateful to finally own this Submariner.

Hey guys,
So I daily my 15500, but lately got really interested in getting on offshore diver.
There are 2 I love and the price difference between the 2 is around 9k.
15710 white dial with blue accents
15720 green dial with green strap

I dont live by an AP store so will be ordering gray from someone. However I have 2 questions.
1. I have a 6.5 inch wrist, and people tell me that the offshore will look comical on my wrist. I have owned a Breitling Avenger which I think was a 44 and it did not look silly. Is this somehow worse?

1. I read that they redesigned the 15720 somehow where although the dimensions are the same, it "hugs" the wrist better and does not stick out as much as a 15710.

Can you guys shine some light on this. Also, if you own one of these and have a wrist around the same size, please share pics, I wanna see how it looks.

Thank you bunches.

Cross posting from the VC subreddit. This was recently passed down to me from my father. I love the guilloché on the rotor - crazy that the only way you’d see is removing the caseback.

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Hey guys. A while back I posted some photos of my grandfathers watch wondering if anyone had any information on it. While after getting a friction ball to open the back and some sleuthing around auction listings and whatnot I’ve found it’s a VC 6394 no date small seconds. There’s a few VC editions with this reference number with slightly different dials/with or without a date.

Sadly my grandfathers watch was polished by an absolute dingus who removed the iconic linen textured case and stepped lugs, which threw me off for a bit. However thankfully the movement looks to be in good condition, and is gorgeous.

I’m going to take it into the boutique in the new few weeks and see if the restoration workshop can restore the references original details.

Took these photos with a clip on macro lens.

This is a 1984 Swatch Chrono-Tech (reference LB104), and it has been on someone’s wrist, in someone’s drawer, or in someone’s life since Ronald Reagan was running for reelection. The crystal is scratched. The white dial has the soft patina of forty years of sunlight and skin oil. The red strap is still here, still wearable, still red. This watch has not been babied, and that is exactly why it is wonderful.

Read more: https://wristassured.substack.com/p/chrono-tech-lb104-a-1984-swatch-that

It's Friday, have a great weekend and good luck to anyone wanting to get the AP x Swatch tomorrow.

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Seiko's anniversary celebrations rarely produce anything truly surprising, but what they do produce are a solid, good looking watch that comes with a bit of exclusivity. This year marks 145 years since Kintaro Hattori opened K. Hattori in Ginza, and Seiko is marking it with two blue-accented limited editions based on models we've already met: the updated 1965 Heritage platform, and the redesigned Samurai, both from 2024.

The HBC005 builds on the new version of the 1965 Heritage: 40mm wide, 13mm thick, lug-to-lug of 46.4mm, steel case with super-hard coating, screw-down crown and caseback, 300 meters of water resistance, sapphire crystal. The only real change from the base model is the bezel insert, which swaps to aluminum in Seiko Blue. It's a good-looking piece of kit, especially if you missed the SPB511 LE that introduced the updated bracelet clasp. This one carries it over, with a micro-adjustment system offering 15mm of range in 2.5mm increments via side buttons.

The dial on the HBC005 is silvery-white with a lightly brushed surface, embossed luminous hour markers, and a blue seconds hand to match the bezel. Inside is the calibre 6R55, an automatic running at 3Hz with 72 hours of power reserve: Seiko's workhorse movement for this tier. The watch ships on a three-link steel bracelet with super-hard coating.

The Samurai HBB001 uses the 2024 redesigned platform: 41.7mm wide, 12.3mm thick, lug-to-lug of 49.5mm. The angular edges are still there but tamed, and the lug-to-lug is actually longer than the old version despite the narrower case. Water resistance here is 200 meters. The bezel insert gets a two-tone treatment in silver for the zero-to-15-minute zone and Seiko Blue for the remainder. The silver brushed dial with matching blue seconds hand picks up the same setup as the HBC005. Inside is the calibre 4R35, a basic automatic at 3Hz with 41 hours of power reserve. Three-link bracelet, folding clasp.

The HBC005 is limited to 4,000 pieces at €1,500, available worldwide from June 2026. The Samurai HBB001 is limited to 9,999 pieces at €650, also from June. You can see the HBC005 here and the Samurai HBB001 here.

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Nodus built the Sector Series around a single design principle: one midcase architecture that can absorb any finish, any colorway, any iteration the brand wants to throw at it. And it’s working great for them. As evident in the new Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote Series which takes the already cool titanium field watch and slaps on a trio of cerakote finishes for a great effect.

The case is made out of Grade 2 titanium, 38mm wide, 11.7mm thick, with a lug-to-lug of 47mm and a 20mm lug width. At 45 grams for the watch head, it disappears on the wrist. The crown and caseback stay in media-blasted raw titanium, while the case and fixed bezel take the Cerakote in green, blue and sand. On top is a box sapphire crystal with blue anti-reflective coating on the underside. Water resistance is 100 meters.

Three colors are available: Canopy (deep, forest green), Dusk (a saturated, punchy navy), and FDE (a warm brown-bronze in the general family of dirt and stone). All three dials are matched to the case color and are paired to Old Radium Grade X1 Swiss Super-LumiNova.

Inside is the TMI NH38 automatic, beating at 21,600 vph with a 41-hour power reserve and antimagnetic resistance rated to 4,800 A/m, regulated in-house to ±10 seconds per day. The watch ships on Nodus's DPM Hybrid TecTuff rubber strap with a titanium buckle.

The Sector II Field Titanium Cerakote Series launches at $600 and is not a limited run. See more on the Nodus website.

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MeisterSinger is a brand that has made a habit of releasing things that seem almost deliberately counterintuitive: single hands, restrained dials, minimalism as a kind of philosophy. The new Souscription Panthero Jumping Hour Guilloché is the brand doing something technically ambitious within that framework.

The 40.5mm steel case carries the slim bezel introduced with the Panthero collection, brushed and polished surfaces creating contrast without fuss. A domed sapphire crystal sits over the dial. At 50 meters, water resistance is just OK.

The dial has a light grey surface in guilloché using traditional manually operated machines, and the result is a texture that shifts constantly under different light. The minutes are read from an off-centre blue ring, while jumping hours appear through a circular aperture at 12 o'clock. The single hand tracks minutes. A rotating "sun wheel" that indicates the seconds completes the dial.

Inside is calibre MS-JH-01, built on a Sellita SW300 base with a proprietary jumping hour module developed with Dubois-Depraz. It beats at 28,800 vibrations per hour with a 47-hour power reserve. The watch comes on a blue embossed leather strap.

The Souscription Panthero Jumping Hour Guilloché is priced at €7,990 including VAT. See more on the MeisterSinger website.

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Panerai keeps reaching into the same well, and I keep falling for it. The new PAM01735 and PAM01629 are the latest in a string of archive-inspired releases, but these two take a slightly different route than that one. Rather than quoting a single visual feature, they chase the feeling of an aged watch. The reference point for both is the Ref. 6152/1, the 1960s cushion case model made for Italian Navy commando frogmen, and the 47mm case size is lifted directly from that original.

Both watches share the same 47mm cushion-shaped stainless steel case, with the brushed crown-protecting bridge, and a domed sapphire crystal that deliberately mimics the thick Perspex used on 1960s models, producing optical distortion at the dial edge, which is a genuinely nice touch. Water resistance on both is 100 meters. The PAM01735 has a polished stainless steel case with a brushed bridge. The PAM01629 is where things get more interesting: Panerai's first-ever forged titanium case, made by bonding two grades of titanium under heat and pressure with a forging hammer. The result is a surface with wave-like patterns in contrasting grey tones that varies from piece to piece, so no two watches look identical. It's 40% lighter than steel.

The dials are exact opposites. The PAM01735 gets a matte ivory sandwich dial with a grainy surface texture designed to cut reflection and approximate the look of a vintage dial that has been sitting in sunlight for decades. There's a gradient from lighter at the centre to a warmer, browner tone toward the edges with beige Super-LumiNova on the lower plate visible through the cutout Arabic numerals, and double pencil hands in matching beige lume. There’s also a small seconds at 9 o'clock. The PAM01629 takes the opposite approach: an anthracite sun-brushed sandwich dial with the same beige lume treatment, cooler and more industrial, which suits the forged titanium case.

Both are powered by the calibre P.3000, a hand-wound movement with twin barrels and a three-day power reserve. There's a useful quick-set hour function that advances or reverses the hour hand in one-hour increments from the crown's first position. The PAM01735 ships on brown calfskin with a steel buckle plus a black rubber strap. The PAM01629 comes on light beige suede calfskin with an extra black rubber strap.

The steel PAM01735 is priced at €12,100 and arrives in June 2026. The forged titanium PAM01629 is a limited edition of 100 pieces at €23,000, available in November 2026. See both on the Panerai website.

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De Bethune releases watches at a pace that keeps even regular readers busy. Just in the past few months, I've covered, among others, the DB Eight, the DB28XS, the DB25xs Starry Varius, and a strange diver. But what we haven’t seen much of is the DB27. We should have. The collection has been running since 2012, when the Titan Hawk introduced the formula: Grade 5 titanium case, patented floating lugs, and the AUTOV2 movement, all in a slightly more compact and accessible format than De Bethune's flagship pieces. This new Night Hawk edition is a collaboration with EsperLuxe, an independent watch retailer in Sudbury, Massachusetts, and it's limited to ten pieces.

The case is 43mm wide and 9mm thick, machined from Grade 5 titanium with alternating polished and brushed surfaces. The floating lugs are one of De Bethune's signature looks: short, flame-blued titanium, matte-finished, articulated to flex against the wrist. The case middle has the brand's microlight decoration. Double AR-coated sapphire crystals are front and back. Water resistance is 30 meters.

The dial is brand new for the DB27 and it’s De Bethune's "Starry Sky" motif, made in flame-blued titanium, mapping the night sky as it appeared on the date and from the location marking the start of the EsperLuxe partnership in 2021. A classical chapter ring with Roman numerals surrounds the celestial disc, and a peripheral minutes track in Arabic numerals runs at the outer edge. The combination of an astronomical display at the center and conventional time-reading architecture around it works better than it has any right to. Mirror-polished, two-tone hour and minute hands — blued with silvered tips — and a central seconds hand sit on top.

The movement is the familiar AUTOV2 calibre, visible through the sapphire caseback. In-house, automatic, 217 parts, 28,800 vph, 60-hour power reserve. It includes a titanium balance wheel with white gold inertia weights for thermal stability, and De Bethune's own balance spring with a flat terminal curve. The oscillating weight combines titanium and tungsten. The watch ships on a blue fabric strap with a titanium pin buckle, and a second bespoke strap is included.

De Bethune DB27 Night Hawk is limited to 10 pieces, available only from EsperLuxe. Price is set at $70,000. See more on the EsperLuxe website.

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Pulled the trigger to celebrate our first child and get a new family heirloom. First WG watch and it has some heft! Looking forward to making it my daily wear.

2025 complete set in like new condition through Grailzee - was thrilled with the process, well worth the 5% fee for peace of mind (and skipping the 10% state sales tax).

Haven’t seen anyone mention it on here, but it actually went to Grand Central Watch for authentication rather than Bennison. Grailzee said Bennison couldn’t handle the volume so they’re now splitting between the two. Brought it in to my local AD to get fitted and have a look and they said everything looks perfect.

Cheers!

Happy Friday R/Watches

I’ll never get tired of looking at this blue dial on my Big Crown Pointer Date X Cervo Volante. At 38mm it’s my ideal case size. Pretty accurate running about +5 seconds a day.

It’s perfect for that warm weather vibes. Would to see what’s on your wrist today!

Top: Timex T80 "playin' ghost" full lume edition, Japan exclusive

Bottom: Lorus Lumibrite field watch, custom lume rubber strap

Plan on doing a blue lume Berny with a matching blue glowy strap at some point too

Post your lume beasts, I love to see them!

I’ve found my dream watch on this site. But I have lurked on this sub long enough that I’m prepared to “buy the seller, not the watch”. With that said, has anyone had any dealings with this company? I’d love to hear your experience.

The Washi paper dial on the AQ4100-22A looks even better in real life than in photos.

The texture and silver shimmer change beautifully depending on the lighting, almost like fresh winter snow.

Also impressed by how good the Super Titanium case looks.

Usually titanium feels darker than steel, but Citizen’s Duratect Platinum coating keeps it bright, sharp, and very premium while still being extremely light on the wrist.

Definitely one of the most underrated modern The Citizen models.

Waited 10 months for the 34mm in the North of England. First Rolex I've bought from an AD. No purchase history at all with the retailer.

It's my wife's first Rolex and she loves it. I think it really suits her and she'll be able to wear it a lot. Nice alternative to her Black Bay 54 lagoon blue. Really glad we went for the 34 - I really like the subtle Roman numerals you get on this size.

Used to wear smartwatches all the time, but I noticed that I got influenced by its metrics a bit too much, I even lost sleep over unusual stress measurements. Ended up ditching the smartwatch and looking into actual watches and after a bunch of research ended up with the baby alpinist by Seiko. The dial is so damn beautiful.

The sun decided to show its face for a moment, so I had some fun with my Seiko Alpinist [SPB507J1] and Citizen Series 8 [NA1015-81Z] and this porcelain statuette of a little frog in a bathtub on our lounge table. I like how the green frog and the golden faucets interplay with the two watches. Don't mind the laundry basket in the background. :)

Closing the Japanese chapter of my collection for now, although I might still spring for a blue or cream Orient Bambino.

Looking at German and microbrands for the next step in building out my collection. I'd like to build out my collection with other watch styles and dial colours in the future. I loved the look of the red Christopher Ward Jump Hour V, but that's a hard watch to try before you buy.

I used to think the perfect luxury mechanical watch was a myth. But after one and now two YM40s, I'm convinced the rest of the models and brands are just throwing darts in the dark.

The Yacht-Master 40 is the only sports piece with a rotating bezel that nails the golden ratio. I’ve cross-shopped the entire luxury market, and nothing comes even close to this combination of case thickness, lug-to-lug, durability, bracelet comfort, movement accuracy and wearability.

I owne/owned Omegas, Zeniths, IWCs, Tudors (BB58 GMT my 2nd favourite), JLC Polaris, 41mm Sub, GMT M2.

When I first got into watches a long time ago & started doing research on chronographs, I thought it was interesting how some of the older watches sometimes had a 3 minute mark on their subdials & if it was a nod to something in particular. Turns out they had actual uses back then.

You see back in the day, long distance telephone call tracking was not as accessible & cheap as it is now & was very expensive so you had to time it under 3 minute intervals as to be charged for only one interval so get your hi, hellos, & goodbyes in under 180 seconds.

Another (and more likely reason) was for Aeronautical Navigation with 3 minutes being 1/20 of an hour with pilots being able to do things like calculating distance, speed, fuel spent, and more under those increments to give a estimation of their aircraft’s ability.

Although it’s essentially a useless thing now in the modern day it’s still a cool tidbit piece of history on why it’s used with some vintage inspired watches still having these marks.

Although you could probably in the modern day time boiling an egg or tea with the 3 minute mark if that’s more your style.

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I post here earlier debating between this watch and a vc. Overwhelmingly was told to go with the VC, but something about this offshore really pulled me in. Love it. Now I just need to order some L straps…

I thought this television presenter was wearing a Vintage Omega Constellation but it lacks the star, and the logo doesn't appear to be omega. It is a pie pan. Any ideas?

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Now, lets see those Grandpa Specials!

I have a oyster perpetual date adjust Rolex watch 36 mm champagne face, with the rare Tiffany stamp it's from the 70s it's from my dad I don't have papers but I can get the serial number authenticated apparently. it's supposed to be exceptionally rare and more valuable what do people think it's worth?

3710 - 2004 - 78k - Full set Box & Papers

Thoughts on this specific model?

Looks, price…

Hot/Ugly - cheap/expensive - liquid/illiquid

I want to see all opinions judgment free zone.

I’ve been on the list for a Batman or Bruce Wayne GMT for about three months now. I visited my A.D. twice, and we’ve had some great conversations. He works at a busier boutique, and when I first came in, refused to even put me on the list for any stainless steel GMT model, claiming that there was simply too much demand. I was in the area of another A.D. in my city today, and when I went in the sales associate happily put me on the list for a GMT and for a land dweller. He said the land Weller and the GMT‘s are equally desirable, and said that giving them a birthday and notable event to celebrate the purchase. Will increase your chances by a lot. Hope this helps someone that’s new to the watch game

My patient loves Mint Green dials so he asked me to wear it for his office visit today! I love how the dial color varies in different lighting!

Throughout my life i’ve always worn some kind of bracelet, band etc on my wrist but I was never really into watches.

However, I used to own a silver casio that I would wear every so often for my school years and recently saw this wonderful silver MM6 x Timex sitting in the cabinet of my local thrift and had to get it!

I have been wearing it for a couple weeks and so far I am thoroughly enjoying it. Whether it’s being blinded by nostalgia or finally finding a watch I can truly appreciate, it is a true gem personally.

Let me know what you think about it truthfully!!

This has been hogging all the wrist time, I might start selling off my small collection lol. Plus the brushed finishes keep my OCD at ease

Maybe this shouldn't come as a surprise that when Omega puts their mind to it they can make a stunning watch! The amount of work that went into this chronoscope between the gorgeous leaf hands, applied Arabic numerals, and copious amount of printing is simply awesome.

This watch in bronze gold retails now for $19.5k but is a complete STEAL on the secondary, having picked up this 2023 watch for $10.5k. Not far off the price of a regular Moonwatch!

And with this one, you get 4hz beat rate, 60 hour power reserve, stacked recorder that can be a home time, a thinner watch, and beautiful arabesque finishing.

I never expected Citizen to make something that feels this refined in person. The AQ4100-57C completely changed my perception of the brand. The dial has this soft ivory/silver washi texture that shifts depending on the light, while the case and bracelet facets catch reflections beautifully. It feels understated at first, then the finishing and texture slowly start standing out the longer you look at it. On top of that, you get Eco-Drive, a perpetual calendar, and insane accuracy.

This honestly checks all the boxes for me. The only thing it still lacks for me is on-the-fly micro-adjust, along with a more distinct luxury identity from Citizen the way Grand Seiko is separated from Seiko

Thanks all for your suggestions!
Long story short - Tried on Rootbeer and Pepsi at grey dealer. Both new unworn.
Friend said the Rootbeer doesn’t have enough contrast against my skin tone.
Don’t get me wrong, the Rootbeer is warm and gentleman looking watch, just a pity I can’t pull it off.

Eagerly want one of these DJ41’s. Ive been told by people it shouldnt be the hardest since its not wimbledon/mint green/blue.

Visited AD twice since being on waitlist for 3 months. Said I havent been on the list long enough and to realistically come back around the 7-9 month mark to burn the queue down while giving a side eye look at other workers in the store. Made me feel like i was being looked down upon.

Should i go to different AD’s? In the DC area and theres supposedly 3 separate AD’d (tysons, DC, MD all have different allocations)

First "big boy" watch. After many months of research, YouTube reviews, and pestering colleagues... I settled on a Pelagos 39.

For my line of work, its a tank of a tool watch that looks great too. I'm in love with this thing and I can't believe how light it is.

What do y'all think? Good first watch?

So I got an Alpinist a few weeks ago and I love it, amazing watch. When shopping I was drooling over the 38mm Hamilton Murph too though, and I still think about it. But I had gone to look at the Seiko, I knew I wanted it, it's $300 cheaper, and I like the specs better. I made the right choice.

I also have a titanium JDM Casio Heritage Solar Tough Wave Ceptor that I got a couple months ago, which was gonna be my beater watch, but in thinking about it, they're not easily available here in the US so I would actually care a lot if it got destroyed.

So now I need a good beater watch, and I do a lot of hiking and fly fishing in the mountains. I stumbled upon this Timex beauty one day. It gives me much of what I loved in the Murph design, it's stainless, solar, sapphire AR crystal, and $200. Sold. It got here, and I love it. Highly recommend for a field watch, and you didn't drop $1000 if it breaks. Oh, and while I don't mind winding, this thing has stayed dead accurate to my wave ceptor, which syncs with the atomic clock every night.

Plus now I really get to play with some fun NATO bands!

Passing through Times Square and saw the crowd waiting. Had to take a pic of the new AP X Swatch collab pieces.

Will ADs offer a discount on PM piece? I heard it’s more likely in the current environment?

I bought the Seiko 4N30-00G0 today for $150 from fb marketplace. Tom threw in the smaller faced 7N01-0EZ0 for an extra $25.
When do I wear the small face? Is that for nice occasions?

I posted not too long ago about a federique constant watch and people suggest I get an Automatic for the price and suggested Longines. I am getting married in Switzerland and I wanted a good, Swiss made watch that was automatic and was worth the cost without breaking the bank. I think I made the right choice. This watch is stunning. I have been an Apple Watch guy because of function but this just FEELS different. It’s Art on my wrist. I know it’s not the biggest brand or most expensive but I absolutely love this. It’s just the right amount of classy, and I’m so happy with my choice.

For certain watches I would almost always favour metal bracelets, such as divers and sport watches. But when it comes to dressier or classy watches, I’m a huge leather strap guy. Recently, I discovered a new love for lizard straps. I find the textures to be amazing and the strap itself to be forgiving and more pliable especially when compared to thicker croc straps. Also, there’s a special “pop” to these straps as the spaces between the scales often take on a lighter tone (or perhaps it’s the way the light hits it), giving the strap an almost electrified vibe. Anyways, please enjoy my photo and let me know if you have any questions on the straps or the watches.

RutBer!

I have been consistently wearing my Timex Expedition whilst picking up a bunch of watches from antique stores. I’ve been keeping my eye on a bunch of Seiko 5’s and finally pulled the trigger on one. It’s my first automatic, and I absolutely love this watch already.

I feel like AP destroyed their brand with that Swatch collab. I also can have destructive ideas, so I hope this (doesn't) happen! Still looks better than a cubitus though.

Can’t believe I walked straight into this.

On the same day that the massive WIS Straps scam thread went up, I’d already ordered a rubber strap with them. Saw the post, immediately DM'd them on Instagram to cancel. They replied, saying it was all false reviews and offered to send me two leather straps for free if I’d do a positive Reddit post “to show the real truth”.

Nine days later, they arrive: straight from China in the usual small AliExpress-style bag with Chinese labels all over it. They told me it was Italian leather. Absolute nonsense!

Fitted the brown one, and it snapped clean off the spring bars within minutes. Spring bars still on the case, strap just came away. Could have lost the watch. The photo attached shows the packaging and exactly what happened.

Their old Reddit account u/wisstraps got banned (Reddit and moderators must know already the scam they really run), and now they’ve got a new one, trying the same game. That pretty much confirms everything.

Proper scam. Insane. Don't take their review offer!

Digging the Sinn 105. A few thoughts:

1. Love the look and functionality. Clearly it's own thing and not an homage or a copy. The design is woefully underrated.
2. Keeps time amazingly well (+/- 2 sec/day).
3. Great buying experience ands it blew me away that it was set accurately in the box when it arrived.
4. The tagimented bezel is by no means invulnerable and the bead blasted bracelet and case look great but scratch too easily, which means a lot of character sooner than expected.
5. Really impressed overall -- new Sinn fan for sure.

Just bought this JDM exclusive Citizen Silver Leaf Lacquer. Loving the dial

i call this the bleu nuit royal oak.

41mm dark blue madness. white gold indices and hands absolute class and perfection imo.

Been putting in the work lately and decided to finally treat myself to something I always wanted. Picked up from the grey market

I genuinely forgot how great the 36mm Datejust with the smooth bezel (ref. 126200) wears on the Jubilee bracelet. I usually wear it on the Oyster these days, which is a super classic look, but there's just something really special about a Jubilee bracelet. The way it - unironically - plays with the light and how comfortable it wraps around the wirst. Second to none.

Other than that this watch makes for a great daily wearer: Robust, classy but not too showy and generally versatile enough to take swimming on a hot summer day and to wear with a white shirt in the office.

Taiwanese frogmen during the Second Taiwan Strait Crisis, 1958 — wearing Rolex Submariners. Photo by John Dominis

Took it in on trade. Never really understood the sub hype but I'm wearing it today and starting to get it. Insanely nice watch, even this older version.

What's the pros/cons of aluminum vs ceramic bezel, besides color fade?

Anyways, hoping I don't end up keeping this 😂😂

I’ve been a loyal Rolex customer for over 30 years, always purchasing new watches exclusively from authorized dealers. I’ve never sold a single Rolex, though I did gift my son a stainless steel Daytona, which he treasures.

In the past, buying a Rolex was a true luxury experience. I could walk into an authorized dealer, be treated well, and often leave with the watch I wanted. If something new arrived that might interest me, I’d usually receive a call shortly afterward.

A couple of years ago, I went to buy my wife a stainless steel ladies’ model for her birthday. She already owns a gold Day-Date (Presidential) but finds it a bit too flashy for everyday wear. To my surprise, the watches she might like were all “display only” and not available for purchase. I ended up buying her a different brand instead, as the experience no longer felt luxurious.

Months later, I noticed the exact same model I had been shown was available at a local gray market dealer — selling for less than retail. While I refuse to buy gray market watches on principle, it was disappointing to see them readily available elsewhere.

After three decades of loyalty, I wish Rolex would better recognize and reward its long-term customers instead of relying on simple waiting lists that often seem to favor flippers and gray market operators. True enthusiasts like me are increasingly left feeling overlooked.

Just my honest thoughts.

I wanted to share with anyone who is interested, my current watch collection.

Bought my first automatic watch in 2023, it was a vintage Seiko 5, since then I had around 25 watches, I enjoyed all of them, but I was never the type to keep more than 2-3 watches at a time.

Each one helped me find out what style I like the most and what size works for my wrist.

Still have pictures of them.

Just picked it up.

Was honestly surprised how compact it feels on the wrist, but in a good way. The proportions just work.

Comfort wise, I would say it beats every other chronograph I own.

Wears lighter, sits better, and just feels more natural overall

I am on vacation with my family in Greece. I visited a couple of ADs today and both were extremely kind and had a few watches available for purchase (it felt almost weird compared to where I’m from as they literally mentioned the available watches within 10 minutes of conversation). Most were two tones.

They also had this WG Oysterflex Daytona and a RG one too. I wasn’t interested in these configurations - would you have pulled the trigger on any of them?

Hi everyone, 3 weeks ago I went to this retailer to try the new hydroconquest from Longines, the 39mm was out of stock.. So i tried the blue variant (blue bezel, black dial) on mesh bracelet 42mm (i included the photo) and I left my phone number cause the guy said we're having a shipment coming in soon.. (i asked how soon? They didn't know). So today i got the call, and i went to the place i saw the watch, and i wanted the one all in black on bracelet.. I don't know, but i fell in love and i purchased the watch. What do you think? Did I made a mistake with the 39mm? I don't think so, but I still want an opinion. :)

Hi everyone,

I’m looking for some advice on reshaping my watch collection. I currently have five watches and want to narrow it down to a stronger, more balanced three-watch collection.

My two favorites, and the ones I’m most likely to keep, are:

1. Bulgari Octo Finissimo blue dial — ref.

   103301

2. Rolex Yacht-Master 42 Titanium — ref. 226627

The other two watches currently in the mix are:

1. Omega Speedmaster Professional — ref. 310.30.42.50.01.002
   
2. Rolex GMT-Master II “Bruce Wayne” — ref. 126710GRNR

The watch I’m planning to sell is:

1. Jaeger-LeCoultre Reverso Tribute Small Seconds — ref. Q3858522

A few notes:

1. The Reverso is almost certainly going. I like it, but it just doesn’t get enough wrist time.
2. I’m unsure about the GMT-Master II, mainly because it feels somewhat close in role to the Yacht-Master.
3. I’m open to selling three watches and adding one new piece if that creates a more balanced final lineup.

My current shortlist, roughly in order of interest:

1. Parmigiani Fleurier Tonda PF Micro-Rotor — ref. PFC914-1020001-100182
   
2. Grand Seiko Heritage Collection Master Shop Limited Spring Drive “Oyuki Miyuki” — ref. SBGA445
   
3. MING 17.09 Blue — ref. 17.09
   
4. NOMOS Glashütte Metro Neomatik — ref. 1165
   
5. Rolex Explorer 36mm — ref. 124270
   
6. IWC Pilot’s Watch Automatic 36 — ref. IW324010
   
7. Cartier Santos Titanium - ref. WSSA0089

Thanks in advance — I’d really appreciate the community’s thoughts.

He wore this every day as far back as I can remember into my childhood. Really has me getting the itch to go start a journey of my own with one.

Wrist shot share.

Pleasantly surprised with the quality of the watch. I
love its aggressive sports design. Swappable bezels, quick adjust bracelet, and claps 😍 300m WR for the desk diving 😂

Looking forward to getting more bezels and straps for it.

Awesome microbrand.

Out of curiosity are you guys financing these watches or paying “cash” ?

Founded by industrial designer Jonathan Ferrer, Brew Watch Co. has carved out a unique place in the microbrand world by turning coffee culture into compelling watch design. Its latest release, the new Metric Bloom, might just be the brand’s warmest and most visually playful execution yet.

Inspired by the swirling movement of espresso as it pours into a cup, the Metric Bloom leans heavily into texture, colour and fluidity. The dial is the star of the show here, with a gradient copper and brown finish that genuinely resembles crema dispersing across fresh coffee. It is a clever concept and, importantly, one that does not feel gimmicky once translated onto the wrist.

Let us know what you think...

https://www.the-wind-up.com/blog/brew-launch-their-new-bloom-metric

I have been trying to get back into watch for a while(used to collect G-shock as a kid) and trying to find the right watch. Finally bought the baby Alpninist, and i love it!
The color on the dial is just amazing, with different shades being visible in different sunlight conditions. Also the 38mm fits really well on my wrist!

Game over

I preordered this watch in March and it finally arrived yesterday! I’m very impressed with the overall build and finishing. I owned a V2 Freediver from Traska in the past and it looks like they continue to get better and better.

The applied logo is a nice touch and the spinning discs make it stand out as a unique piece in my collection. Really love the bracelet and tool-less micro adjust as well.

39mm case
46.5mm lug to lug
7.5” wrist

Question for everyone, does this look too big? Debating on going 36mm datejust instead although I am a big fan of the bluesy. Aside from that the seller is asking 23,000 CAD, this is a brand new 2024 model. Is this a fair price?

Wanted a proper tool to change the bracelet of my speedmaster as it’s quite hard for me to use the normal pen like tool to remove and install a bracelet without scratching it badly..

Saw the delugs bracelet removal tool video and was impressed, but it’s out of stock on their site. So I bought the WIS STRAP one ($121.5 after coupon) and a generic one from Amazon that costs about $35. I am curious if they are actually different since the WIS one is quite pricey.

It turns out that the WIS has noticeably better quality than the generic one. The arms feel tighter and less wiggly. The pressing feels smoother. It was really easy to use and I successfully install a bracelet to my speedy without scratching any parts.

It still feels a bit too expensive for what it is though

I’m not affiliated with any brands, just thought this info may be useful for other enthusiasts

Got the call for the OP36 Beige — my third Rolex retail purchase from the AD this year.

Where I live, the boutique policy is one non-gold Rolex per customer per year, so this one was purchased under my wife’s name. We’ll probably end up sharing it back and forth.

Had a really good conversation with a young SA about Rolex history, older references, and how different things were 10–15 years ago. Told him about buying my first Rolex, a GMT-Master II, straight from the shelf back in the day. He was also surprised when I pulled out a loupe to look at the dial details.

No games really — just consistent purchase history, servicing through the AD, and genuine interest in watches.

The beige dial is much nicer in person than I expected. Depending on the light it shifts between ivory, champagne, and almost parchment-like tones. Very subtle and understated, which is exactly why I wanted it.

Funny enough, after owning louder sports models, this simple OP36 feels especially refreshing.

Genuinely curious though — how rare is the OP36 Beige in your areas?
I almost never see them posted compared to the brighter OP dials.

As my AD back home in Germany had nothing to sell and everything would take years according to them, I’ve tried my luck in Tarragona (Spain). They had quite some options available, mostly with steel + gold or completely golden, yet the standard Explorer was either way one of my top choices.

Zombie and Bluesy would have been also nice, but my Black Bay is already quite flashy.

And to make this a bit more personal, it’s Father’s Day back home and this is our first vacation with both our kids, which is absolutely amazing so far. Wearing this watch will hopefully always make me remember this, especially as both kids are quite young right now.

Makes me proud to pass this watch to my son one day (my wife eventually need to start wearing watches as well for our daughter later)

Looking for some advice from the community.

TLDR at the end

I travel a ton for work and I needed (wanted) a GMT that was high quality but not overtly flashy. I have a Batman for when I need a flashy travel watch.

After some research I decided on an older SBGM021. I love the Zaratsu finishing, I don't have any ivory dial watches. Case shape is not quite like anything else I own. The blue GMT hand is beautiful. The watch works with a lot of straps. (The 19mm lug width is kinda a pain, but not a deal killer.) Really happy with the watch. On a flight home right now after wearing it for most of the week. It was a dream to wear and I got a few compliments on it. A+ would wear again.

Now here is the issue. A SBGE033 came up for sale in the Japanese watches subreddit. I had never seen it before and I impulse purchased it. (I have a thing for green dial watches, it is a problem and I know it.)

The SBGE033 is a limited edition of 500 and JDM only, so it has a pretty cool uniqueness factor. Spring drive, which is something I was lacking in my collection. Gorgeous green dial. The hour pips and hands are lumed, which I don't love as it takes away from the Zaratsu finishing. 20mm lug width so easier to pair with various straps. The watch is a little thicker and the case is a more traditional GS case shape. I have the matching GS bracelet on order, so that adds to the wear flexibility. In the long run, I am a little worried about service on the spring drive.

I don't strictly need two GS GMTs in my collection. I also don't need to sell one and I can give it a year and see which one I wear more/which one brings me more joy.

I have a personal rule that when the box full, no new watches until one of my watches is no longer in rotation/stops bringing me joy. At that point the watch gets gets sold, opening up space in the box and freeing up capital for the new watch purchase. My box is now full and I am happy with everything in my collection.

I would love some perspective from the community.

TLDR: Don't need two GS GMTs. Remove one from the collection now or play the wait and see game on which one to keep?

Got the call after 2 years! How long did yours take?

It's Thursday and looking at the stats of the Swatch x AP post from yesterday and it’s easily one of the top 10 most polarizing posts I published. You guys either hate it or love it. Which is expected.

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This newsletter has a very established structure of the five posts every day. I open every issue with the most mainstream release I can find since the goal is to attract as many people as possible to it. Then I follow that up with major releases from lesser-known but still very cool brand. Then we have something from an indie or a microbrand, followed by an expensive watch. Very rarely do I mix this order up and its even rarer that I open with a watch from a brand that’s not well known to the large masses — these issues usually flop in performance, but I still do them because I’m blow away by a watch and think it deserves top spot. This is one of those occasions because the new Ming 29.06 Peep Show is just the coolest watch I’ve seen in months.

Photographer-turned-watchmaker Ming Thein has been building his brand on the idea that light is a material. Layered dials, transparency, guilloché interacting with its environment… every Ming release is an optical argument. The 29.06 Peep Show takes that logic further than anything the brand has done before. The name is bold and the effect is wild. Those two dials in the photo above? They are the same watch photographed at different points in its rotation.

The 29.06 sits in the same family as the recent 29.01 Worldtimer but strips out the travel complication. The titanium case measures 40mm wide and 11.8mm thick, built with Ming's characteristic smooth bezel design where the sapphire crystal runs flush across the front. The "flying blade" lugs interlock with the caseback. Water resistance is 50 meters, which could be a hair better.

The dial is where things get interesting, and the effect is very familiar to photographers. It works through polarisation. Instead of conventional hands, two discs of linearly polarised sapphire rotate over the dial. When the discs align, light passes through and the dial becomes visible. When they fall out of alignment, the dial goes nearly black. As the watch runs, the dial phases continuously between visible and invisible. Beneath the discs sits a deeply machined guilloché plate with Ming's multiphasic coating, first introduced on the 57.04 Iris. When light hits it, it shifts across a full colour spectrum. How cool is that?

The movement is the second-generation Schwarz-Etienne calibre ASE 200.M1, developed specifically for Ming. It runs with a tungsten micro-rotor, an open-worked architecture with skeletonised bridges, a visible barrel showing remaining energy, and a rotor guard finished with diamond-cut anglage. Power reserve is approximately 86 hours. The strap is a Perlon-textured calfskin by Jean Rousseau, closed with a titanium tuck buckle and micro-adjustment.

The Ming 29.06 Peep Show is limited to 50 pieces, priced at CHF 22,000 excluding taxes. See more on the Ming website.

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The Multifort 8, especially in the single crown setup, just might be Mido's most attractive mainstream watch — an octagonal-bezel sport watch with roots going back to a collection the brand launched in 1934. It’s now updated with a color that sits somewhere between teal and forest green. Mido calls it Midnight Green, and it’s good looking.

The stainless steel case measures 40mm wide with a lug-to-lug of 44.86mm, finished in a combination of satin and polish. The eight-sided bezel is the design anchor of the watch, each facet catching the light at a different angle as the wrist moves. On top is a double-sided anti-reflective sapphire crystal. The screw-down crown and screw-on caseback round things out, and water resistance is rated to 100 meters.

The dial is midnight green with a horizontal relief texture across the surface — a fine pattern that gives it some depth. Applied polished indices with white Super-LumiNova and tri-faceted hands in satin and polish. There's a date aperture at 3 o'clock and a white minute track around the flange. The overall effect is legible and tidy, and the metallic sheen of the indices plays well against the matte texture of the dial itself.

Inside is the Mido Calibre 80, based on the ETA C07.611. It runs at 21,600 vph, uses a Nivachron balance spring for improved magnetic and shock resistance, and delivers up to 80 hours of power reserve. The oscillating weight is decorated with Côtes de Genève and visible through the transparent caseback. The watch comes on a midnight green rubber strap with horizontal reliefs that echo the dial texture, closed with a satin-finished PVD stainless steel pin buckle.

The Mido Multifort 8 One Crown Midnight Green (Ref. M055.507.17.091.00) is priced at CHF 810. See more on the Mido website.

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ochs und junior has been making complicated watches for years, and every time Ludwig Oechslin builds one, the question is the same: how few parts can this possibly take? The moonphase a couple of years back needed five additional components on top of the base movement and could stay accurate for over 3,400 years. The new calendario quattro anni, or cqa, takes a different target — not the perpetual calendar with its hundreds of corrective parts, but a four-year cycle that accounts for every month length variation and skips leap-year logic entirely, requiring manual correction once every four years. The result sits between ochs und junior's annual and perpetual calendar offerings, and it is exactly as elegant as you'd expect.

The case is 40mm wide in grade 5 titanium, with the brand's familiar short-lugged round profile and circular brushed finishing. The case has super short lugs that make the watch incredibly wearable. On top is a flat sapphire crystal and you get 100 meters of water resistance.

The dial is classic ochs und junior. The base is the signature oj blue with circular graining, and the display is built entirely from square apertures arranged in two concentric rings. The outer ring has 30 apertures — two rows of 15 — each representing a day, with the edges of the apertures doubling as minute and second indices. When a month runs to 31 days, the 31st appears in the upper portion of the first day's aperture. The inner ring has 12 apertures for the months. All date and month displays are in orange, matching the seconds hand. Hour and minute hands are white gold-adorned. It sounds complicated to describe; in practice, it reads like a diagram of time itself.

Inside is an ETA 2824-2, the same base movement used in the brand's moonphase, with ochs und junior's calendar module on top. The three-toothed wheel governing month transitions adds switching impulses depending on month length — one for 30-day months, three for February — so the watch advances past non-existent dates without a perpetual calendar's corrective apparatus. The calendar is adjusted via the middle crown position. February in a non-leap year requires no correction; in a leap year, you manually advance to March 1. The watch comes on an Enzian Ecopell calfskin strap in small, medium, large, or extra-large, with or without orange stitching.

The ochs und junior cqa calendario quattro anni is priced at CHF 6,900 without tax. Orders placed now ship no later than early October 2026. See more on the ochs und junior website.

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There are almost two separate Ulysse Nardin brands running under the same name. One is the heritage-conscious Marine collection, keeping a 150-year history of marine chronometers alive. The other is the Freak: silicon escapements, orbital satellites, cases that function as winding mechanisms. What tends to get lost between those two poles is the Classico line, which is where UN does its most classically watchmaking-adjacent work. That includes, occasionally, Métiers d'Art dials. The new Classico Rendao Liu Make Waves collection is exactly that: four rose gold watches with hand-painted miniature compositions by Chinese contemporary artist Rendao Liu, each one a seascape rendered in ink.

The case is 40mm wide in 5N rose gold. It’s about as classic as a case can get, with its gold sloped bezel and short lugs. Water resistance is 30 meters — this is a dress watch and makes no pretensions otherwise.

Liu worked in ink to create the four compositions — Zhi Yin (Kindred Spirit), Miao Yin (Resonance), Xuan Qu (Mystic Melody), and You Ya (Graceful Ease) — all depicting the sea in motion against brooding landmasses. Ulysse Nardin's in-house micro-painters then studied each image and reproduced it on the dial, a process that takes around 50 hours per dial. The compositions is somewhere between Turner's turbulent seas and Hokusai's formal approach to waves.

Inside is the calibre UN-320, an automatic movement with a 48-hour power reserve running at 28,800 vph. It's one of the simpler UN calibres, but it uses a silicon escapement, the same technology UN helped develop under Ludwig Oechslin's oversight, which means reduced friction and improved magnetic resistance. The watch comes on a dark brown alligator strap.

The Ulysse Nardin Classico Rendao Liu Make Waves is priced at CNY 450,000 (approximately €60,000), limited to 25 pieces per design. Available through Ulysse Nardin boutiques in China and Geneva, and by special request globally. See more on the Ulysse Nardin website.

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Urwerk is not a brand that does conventional well. Founded in 1997 by Martin Frei and Felix Baumgartner, it built its reputation on satellite hour displays and cases that look like they were designed for a different atmosphere entirely. So when the UR-10 SpaceMeter appeared in 2025 with a round dial and central hands, the reaction was understandable confusion. Then you looked closer and it made sense, even with the seemingly conventional time-telling.

The SpaceMeter was inspired by an antique astronomical clock restored by Baumgartner's father. The hours and minutes are handled by slim syringe-style central hands, just like you would expect from a conventional watch, but then you see the sub-dials. The Earth counter at 2 o'clock tracks the planet's daily rotation in 500-metre increments, registering every 10 km. The Sun counter at 4 o'clock measures Earth's solar orbit in 20 km increments, ticking over every 1,000 km travelled. The Orbit counter at 9 o'clock folds both trajectories onto two synchronised scales simultaneously. Urwerk calls it an instrument of cosmic awareness, which is exactly the kind of thing Urwerk would say. And I love it.

The case follows the octagonal sandblasted titanium language of the UR-100 family, with the crown positioned at noon. At 45.4mm across, 44mm in length, and just 7.13mm thick excluding the crystals, it wears slimmer than its dimensions suggest.

This final edition of 25 pieces gets a wonderful blue dial. The domed dial has a circular satin-brushed finish, mirrored inside the bull's eye Orbit counter, where white and light blue rings create a clean, layered depth. The Earth and Sun counters are slightly recessed and sandblasted. All three sub-dials share open-tipped luminescent hands.

Through the caseback you can see a large blue rotor with spoked architecture at the centre, ringed by a 24-hour peripheral scale that tracks Earth's complete rotation via an arrow-tipped hand. Through the rotor's blades, you can see the Vaucher-developed movement below, an automatic double-barrel base with a 43-hour power reserve, topped by Urwerk's own complication module. The Dual Flow Turbines, two stacked propellers spinning in opposite directions, regulate the winding mechanism by creating resistance, protecting the movement from over-winding. It comes on a single-link sandblasted titanium bracelet with a folding clasp.

The new Urwerk UR-10 Spacemeter Blue - Final Edition is limited to twenty-five pieces, priced at CHF 70,000 before tax. See more on the Urwerk website.

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• A review of the Nivada Grenchen Antarctic Erotic
• Hands on with the Tudor Black Bay 58 Black-Gilt

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Has anyone been gifted this keychain from their AD?

I got this yesterday when I purchased my date just and then I purchased a submariner with date last year.

I’m just curious how often they give gifts and do they incrementally get better overtime?

I was never into watches until one day and ad came across my phone for the Bulova Super Seville and I could not stop thinking about it for months. Finally pulled the trigger on the white/silver dial version (I'm from Canada so its not available in that color here so ordered it online)

All I can say is the pictures on the website dont do it justice and even the pictures I'm about to post doesnt show off how truly beautiful this watch is in person on your wrist! I feel like this might be my gateway drug into watch collecting....

Pictures below!

I bought a 2022 Pelagos. Took it for a swim in a 10 meter pool for the first time and one chunk of lume fell off. I know that this defect was rampant when it first came out but cmon!!!!!

Does anyone know anyone whose warranty was rejected? Mine is good but just catastrophizing in case there is a problem later.

I'm disappointed Tudor / Rolex!!

7 mile hike with my new (to me) tool watch. 1970’s frog foot dial 1016 explorer.

It’s mostly universal that Erika’s Originals are not the best value to dollars.. That being said, I do prefer the stiffness to stretch of the elastic used in these, compared to The Watch Steward straps I have. I’d like to pick up a couple more MN style straps, but more comparable to Erika’s. Any recommendations based from actual experience?

The contrasting details & minute elements on the dial gel together to create an excellent chronograph watch that looks many times more than its value.

The removal of the tachymeter / pulsation scale was, in fact, the right design choice. The dial feels even better balanced than the already strong earlier variants of 5170. Black dial for seriousness, Breguet numerals for romance, leaf hands for elegance. Nothing more to add. Nothing more to remove. Just right.

Spent weeks debating against the 5172G salmon before the 5170G-010 finally won. Indeed took me a while to finally get this watch — but that’s where the real satisfaction in collecting comes from.