Marv1n

Many thanks chrgod - I hadn't seen these.

It looks like the major glaring fault in both is that the seconds hand is wrong.

Guys, I finally decided to do the FAJ from Andrew, and am now also considering a McQueen Exp2. Can anyone enlighten me on which of these two offerings is "better", and why? http://www.trustytime.com/index.php?main_p...products_id=566 http://www.trustytime.com/index.php?main_p...products_id=246 I found some info here http://members.optushome.com.au/heliosz/stevemcqueen.html but not enough to really help. Many thanks!

Outstanding - thanks for the review. Guess I need to grab another strap as well (the wife will be thrilled).

Anyone have one? I've long lusted after this watch and am considering the Jones with decorated movement to add to the IWC Ingy I'm about to order but wanted to solicit some feedback before I jump. Thanks in advance!

Can someone please explain why the white face IWC Ingy is roughly $100 cheaper than the black from most dealers? Are there major flaws, or something?

www.vacheron-constantin.com maybe? I'm not sure exactly what model that it, but it's a beauty. May I ask what dealer you got it from, and what model it is? Thanks!

A+ Post - thanks Gunnar! I use my chronographs usually during presentations to keep me on/under time.

Awesome watch, but I think you better be built like a SEAL or professional wrestler to wear this

Watches International: Volume VII by Tourbillon International Amazon's Editorial Review: Now in its 7th edition, Watches International has been setting the standard for up-to-date reference guides devoted to luxury timepieces since 2000. At over 500 pages, Watches International Volume VII showcases the latest watches from around the world, from every major watchmaker including Audemars Piguet, Breguet, Bvlgari, Chopard, Ebel, Longines, Patek Philippe, TAG Heuer, and Zenith. Hundreds of beautiful and meticulous full-color photographs show not only the watches' style and exquisiteness, but also—and perhaps most importantly—the details of their movements, functions, cases, and dials. The text gives an overview of each of the companies' histories. Technical descriptions make this a must-have reference for everyone who loves timepieces personally or needs to know about them professionally. Marv1n's Editorial Review: With a form factor to rival a rural telephone book (or the JC Penny seasonal catalog for those of you who are married), this is an excellent and very enjoyable book to look through to get up to speed on basic manufacturer history as well as this year's offerings from most of the major houses. This is one of those books that I consider to be akin to watch "candy", as it's really more flash than substance. It is very useful to look up reference shots for the newest watches, as most pieces show both front, back, and some cases movement details as well. -Downsides- The reason I say "most", is that there are a few very notible brands missing from this digest (at least in my opinion). Omega and Breitling are notably missing from the list. Also very strange is that the advertising for this book says that it includes prices - when there are very few prices actually in the book. -Upsides- A massive number of watch houses are represented here, and several that I'd never heard of. The photography of the watches and movements is excellent, and the overall presentation is outstanding. I've found a few new watches that I'll be looking for on the Rep market, as if I didn't have enough in mind already... There is a decent sized Glossary in the back of the book that covers major watch terminology, and is a good addition to round out the package. My wife found this very helpful, as it makes it easier for her to follow my watch babble, as well as allowing her to better evaluate some of this more technical listings in the book. Summary: Overall, this is an excellent if not complete summary of the 2007 offerings that the watch industry is putting forth. Highly recommended for some light reading (and drooling)The book is available from Amazon for $16.50. Next up (tomorrow perhaps) is a review of Lucien Trueb's "The World of Watches". I'll give you a hint - if you love watches and all the gory details of the brand histories, grab this now.

Many thanks for the tips - I'll give this a shot over the weekend and report back.

That, Sir is a gorgeous watch. Can you provide some details or specs on that? Thanks!

Um ok - this is a follow on post from another forum (the photo section of this very board) and it was a question that I wanted to hear what my fellow "watch nuts" thought on the topic as it seems as it's less visited than the General Forum. My point is that many people make their decisions based on flawed information (IWC only uses in-house movements, for example) and wanted to start a discussion. I appreciate the feedback on my personality type - perhaps you can suggest a pet to give me the love and attention that I apparently lack and crave. My most humble apologies for offending your delicate sensibilities. I suppose I should return to lurk mode now.

It depends - lately I've been traveling with just the 111H and several straps. The PAM's capability for rapid strap changes makes the difference!

Guys, There's been a bit of manufacturer vs. manufacturer chat going on here and on other rep and watch boards and I wanted to see what everyone's stand is on the topic. Many people make their purchase decisions based on their understanding that a particular manufacturer is using only in-house movements. In many cases, this assumption is false. Breitling stopped making in-house movements in the early 1950s. Since then, it has used movements from a number of manufacturers such as Venus, Lemania, ETA, Valjoux and Piguet. Kelek (which is owned by Breitling) develops modules for the base movements, some of which are exclusive to Breitling. Kelek does a ton of finishing as well. Heuer was founded in 1860 and has been party to some of the most revolutionary developments in watch manufacture spanning from their first patent for a chronograph in 1882, to their development of very high precision quartz timers in in 1970s. As is the standard in the modern day, TAG (part of LVMH (Louis Vuitton–Moët Hennessy)) outsources and also does modifications to standard ETA movements for inclusion in their watches. Omega was founded on the principle of outsourcing (etablisage) in 1848 by Louis Brandt. In 1880 they set up a proper "manufacture" to fabricate the entire timepiece. It is true that many Omega calibers begin with a base ebauche brought in, but you'd be shocked how many high end manufacturers start with an external base ebauche and modify it, calling the end result their own caliber. IWC is included in this group - they are rebranding modified ETA movements and placing IWC caliber names on them. The Valjoux 7760 (same as the 7750 but in the handwound version) is the basis for the IWC Portugieser Chronograph movements. There is an IWC expert whose job it is to extract by hand all metal bearings from the supplied caliber and replace them with the more expensive jeweled bearings. This is an effort, which will ultimately significantly increase the longevity of the movement. When buying a high end timepiece, you're buying much more than a movement. If you want to talk about in-house movements, the list of names that are pure 100 percent in-house these days is much, much shorter than you'd believe.

Has anyone noticed if the crystal in their PO is not flush? I have one of the newest Swiss POs from a trusted dealer, and the crystal is a few MM higher on one side than the other. I didn't notice it, but a friend who was checking the watch out did. How hard is it to fix this? Should I trouble the dealer with it, or suck it up?

Anyone else annoyed that religious winding of their Panerai is producing bezel swirls? Is there a winding secret I'm not aware of (other than buying automatic Panerais)? I love my 111H and wear her all the time, but winding this monster is increasing my reliance in Cape Cod cloths.

Breitling stopped making in-house movements in the early 1950s. Since then, it has used movements from a number of manufacturers such as Venus, Lemania, ETA, Valjoux and Piguet. Kelek (which is owned by Breitling) develops modules for the base movements, some of which are exclusive to Breitling. Kelek does a ton of finishing as well. Heuer was founded in 1860 and has been a prty to some of the most revolutionary developments in watch manufacture spanning from their first patent for a chronograph in 1882, to their development of very high precision quartz timers in in 1970s. As is the standard in the modern day, TAG (part of LVMH (Louis Vuitton–Moët Hennessy)) outsources and also does modifications to standard ETA movements for inclusion in their watches. Omega was founded on the principle of outsourcing (etablisage) in 1848 by Louis Brandt. In 1880 they set up a proper "manufacture" to fabricate the entire timepiece. It is true that many Omega calibers begin with a base ebauche brought in, but you'd be shocked how many high end manufacturers start with an external base ebauche and modify it, calling the end result their own caliber. IWC is included in this group - they are rebranding modified ETA movements and placing IWC caliber names on them. The Valjoux 7760 (same as the 7750 but in the handwound version) is the basis for the IWC Portugieser Chronograph movements. There is an IWC expert whose job it is to extract by hand all metal bearings from the supplied caliber and replace them with the more expensive jeweled bearings. This is an effort, which will ultimately significantly increase the longevity of the movement. When buying a high end timepiece, you're buying much more than a movement. If you want to talk about in-house movements, the list of names that are pure 100 percent in-house is much, much shorter than you'd believe. PS - what are your TAGs? I may make you an offer if you're game....

Sadly, you're wrong. I watched that movie Saturday and had to freeze-frame it (much to my wife's annoyance) to look this watch over. It's actually an IWC Aquatimer Split Minute. Gorgeous watch.

You got 25 free tickets as a result of the lotto glitch? Lucky guy! Congrats! Now I need to buy myself a Tourby - TTK's VC is likely to be my choice.

Do you need us to email you the payment invoice or anything as proof of purchase?

Winning that would make my decade...

Likely, as I never win anything unless you consider getting audited "winning".

in for 5.

Corum's newest addition to the Admiral's Cup family is also it's largest. This massive watch features a 48mm case, day date movement, small second hand, and C.O.S.C. certified movement. Also available in a blue dial 60617.402801. Nice watch. - roughly $3500