IWC Aquatimer Watch Collection For SIHH 2009: Nice Tech, Weird Looks?
IWC dive watch enthusiasts rejoiced to see a freshened up line of IWC Aquatimer watches released recently at SIHH 2009 in Geneva. There are a number of new models, and a slightly updated a depth gauge version as well (the Deep Two). IWC seemed to take a completely different approach this year as the line is much more colorful and shiny than it was previously. I am sure that the watches are mechanically and functionally superb, but I have mixed feelings on the new looks. Still the details are impressive, especially the use of sapphire crystals over the rotating bezels.People associate professional instruments with IWC watches. The Aquatimer series was always for the serious enthusiast. The new line has models that almost look cartoony in some angles, and the sheer range of colors available seems to miss the point of why people chose IWC Aquatimer watches over competitor offerings. Looking at the large hands, and bight yellows, oranges, blues, and other colors, I kept thinking to myself

Schumacher V2
Anyone got a picture of the new Schumacher piece shortly to be unveiled?

Apollo 17...41 years ago December 7th.
41 years ago on December 7, 1972, the last men to walk on the moon launched in Apollo 17.Speedmasters were gracing their wrists.

World Time: 5110, 5130 or 5230?
Which World Timer do you prefer? The oldest 5110 at 37mm, the 5130 at 39.5mm, or the latest 5230 at 38.5mm?Personally I have to say I like the cleaner dial of the 5130 compared to the new 5230. I also prefer the larger size.

Watchmakers International recommendation
A few months back my 14060M Submariner was knocked off of my counter and the 7 O'Clock marker dislodged from the face. I contacted Rolex, and I thought the lead times of 12-16 weeks and cost for a replacement dial (they said they wouldn't repair the current dial and a mandatory service was non-negotiable) were a little unreasonable.I'm not very experienced with Rolex repairs nor am I a serious collector, so I came here for recommendations and Bod Ridley at Watchmakers International was sent over by a number of members.I contacted them, and their service was beyond excellent. After a phone call with Philip Ridley, I sent it in and had the watch back in 9 days with a new main spring, service, and repaired dial.I'm very grateful for their assistance getting the only watch I care about back on my wrist in a timely manner, and thought I would share the experience.