New Magrette Chronographs: The Moana Pacific Chrono PVD and the Regattare Chrono
Magrette just announced the release of two chronographs to their line of watches. If you are unfamiliar with the brand, I recommend checking out Blake's review of the Magrette Regattare 2011 for a primer. But basically, they are a New Zealand based watch company that makes a mix of cushion-bodied watches ranging in price from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. Their new chronograph models continue the sport and racing aesthetic of their watches, add in an interesting movement, and manage to maintain an attractive price point.The two models are the Moana Pacific Chronograph PVD and the Regattare Chronograph. They are very similar watches, but have some distinct aesthetic differences. Both are built on the same 44mm cushion body, but the Moana has a black PVD treatment, while the Regattare is stainless. They have very similar dials, the primary difference being that the Regattare has a Tachymeter index on the outer edge, while the Moana has a minute index. Both utilize the styling

Hands-On: Kari Voutilainen's Unique Platinum GMT-6 And Burgundy Dial Vingt-8
The biggest new feature of the SIHH this year was, of course, the area set aside for presentations by nine independent watchmakers, known as the Carré des Horlogers. Based on word-of-mouth from participants, it seems to have been in general a success, allowing what many independent brands, journalists, and clients have had to do in a very chaotic way in previous years – meeting to see new products and designs in venues offsite – to take place under one roof. Of course, non-Richemont brands have always been a part of the SIHH (Parmigiani Fleurier, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille are all examples), but this is the first time such a large number of small-batch makers have participated. Of these, one of the most high touch and low volume is Kari Voutilainen, whose fame among connoisseurs is out of proportion to the very small volume of watches he produces. But there's a reason his work commands the respect it does. 1 OF 12 This is a unique piece in p

Any 45mm Planet Ocean owners ref. 2500
I had the 007 model, but, the combination of the engraving on the back-the 007 markings-and the weight caused a lot of pain to my wrist from the rubbing against my skin from the caseback.For those with the non-007 PO 45.5mm 2500, is there the same issue?

Have you ever wondered.................
.........what Patek and divorces have in common and why?

Getting so close!
Hey, Been lurking here for a long time. The time is getting close to the purchase of my first Panerai! I can't wait!! I've decided I love the pam111, although I do love the magnified date. I have a budget of 6k I might me able to sneak a little higher depending on the wife :big grin: Any thoughts, tips, tricks, and info. would be greatly appreciated.I'll be buying in the NY or Atlanta area. Any recommendations on where to purchase?Thanks in advance!