Ariel Adams Of watches-dealer AMA On Reddit September 9, 2015
On September 9th, 2015, I will be participating in another AMA (ask me anything) session with the /r/Watches Subreddit community on Redditwatches-dealer. The last AMA I did with the watch community on Reddit was actually back in 2012 (when this site was still called aBlogtoRead). Years later, it is now time to do another AMA session, as the watch community on Reddit (as well as watches-dealer) has significantly grown.What happens during an AMA? Well AMA sessions get a lot of press because Reddit regularly holds them with all manners of important people and celebrities. The idea is for an audience base of a particular person to have an opportunity to quite literally ask them anything. This can be about the person themselves, their work, their experiences, or anything else related to Ariel Adams and watches-dealer. I personally take the AMA experience seriously and will dedicate as many hours as it takes to answer everyone as thoroughly as possible, especially considering our own policie

The IWC Spitfire Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month
IWC is adding a stainless-steel version of the Spitfire Perpetual Calendar Digital Date-Month Chronograph. Initially launched in 2012 in red gold, the reference IW379107 is the only IWC pilot watch to show the date and month digitally in the form of four large numerals. The 46-mm, stainless-steel case is a welcome modification to this reference. 1 OF 2 At first look, the watch is incredibly elegant for a modern chronograph. The hearty stainless-steel case maintains the same elegant lines as its predecessor in 18k red gold. The shimmering anthracite dial with bold Arabic numerals clearly displays the two subsidiary dials for hacking seconds (complete with small red hand) combined with leap year, and 12-hour and 60-minute registers. Flanking the white hour and minute hands are the twin aperture digital date and month display, clearly marked under each set making it easy to read at a quick glance.   2 OF 2 The automatic movement is the same caliber 89801

Saw the new PO 8500 today
HDNTER and I checked out a couple places today including a new Omega boutique and the owner had the new PO 8500 with black bezel and silver numbers in 45.5MM as well as the orange bezel with orange numbers in 42MM. I never had an interest in an orange bezel watch and still don't. I do like the ceramic bezel on the black and silver PO but just as I feared, I did not like how the numbers black out in certain light. I do like the shade of black of the dial on the 8500 better than my 2500 PO. The clear case back was a nice addition as well. One thing that was noticeable to me was the increased thickness of the case needed for the 8500 movement. I did not find this a good thing and it begins to make the watch a bit top heavy. And if I am honest, the changes did not wow me enough to part with my PO 2500. I do think it is nice though but it's just not for me.

Patek Nautilus 5711 for a new Rolex Daytona ?
Should I trade my Patek Philippe Nautilus 5711 for the new Rolex Daytona? I don't seem to wear my Patek much but I am afraid I may miss it. I am just wondering which piece is more sought after ?

Traveling with multiple watches?
While I appreciate the advice (and have given it) to just take one and wear it, there are times I travel with multiple watches. Despite people saying a Sub dresses up, I disagree. I may want to bring a play at the beach and pool watch, along with a dress up for dinner watch, or perhaps just enjoy variety on a longer trip.For those who travel with multiples, I'm interested in what you do with the one or more you're not wearing.Leave zipped up in a suitcase or travel bag?Squirrel away under clothes in a dresser drawer?Stick in room safe?Give to front desk for safekeeping in a hotel safe?Something else I haven't considered?All my watches are insured, but it would still be a bummer to lose one, have to file police report, etc. I have done versions of all the above, but wonder if there's consensus with others.