Forced Patina on Bronze Watches: A How To
Bronze watches are increasing in popularity by the day; a trend we are wholeheartedly supporters of. Bronze watches (sometimes brass, and of varying alloys) integrate really well into a watch collection. Usually of the tool watch variety, the warm metal hints at gold, but has a toughness to it that is altogether unique. For a few great examples of bronze watches, check out our reviews of the Archimede Pilot, Halios Tropik B, Ancon Tank, Maranez Layan and our look at the Makara Octopus Prototype.Part of what makes the metal so unique, and popular, is that it patinas over time. The metal oxidizes, creating a layer of brown, green and black marks that give each watch a distinct look. The darkening color and random nature of the patina adds to the rugged look of the metal, and the slow change and distinct wear speaks to the owner's life and style. The patina itself is actually protecting the metal, preventing corrosion, which is why bronze is often associated with marine equipment.Now�� pat

Squeak!
any suggestions on getting a (mild) squeak out of a bracelet? took it to (1) jeweler (Tourneau) who said it was hard to lube b/c of (something about the pins could fall out), and to just live with it. I found that, um, explination, hard to believe. and i am not about to just take wd-40 to it. then again, if it was good enough for NASA (and we know how famously NASA and Omega got along). it only happens when i turn the wrist, e.g. the watch is riding too high on the wrist and i shake my hand to get the watch to drop down where it is supposed to be.thanks kindly

a video you might want to see
Really worth seeing it.youtube/watch?v=3cgh83Yste0

AD SS Inventory
Just stopped by the local AD and they had a few SS pieces in the display case. If anyone is looking for these pieces, visit the AD at only outdoor mall in San Antonio. I only took a picture of the BLRO but they had the following sports models. 1. Sub C ND2. DSSD 3. Exp 2 (both dials)4. TT Blue Sub5. YG Sub C date6. BLROSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

DAYDATE 40mm �� what��s the proper way to wear?
Recently got a daydate 40mm yellow gold with a silver dial. Was wondering what is the proper way to wear it. A little snug or loose? I don’t want it looking flimsy because of the status of the watch you know. Almost makes me feel like I’m disrespecting it haha.