HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 163: All About The Apple Watch
Being the tech guys that we are, John and I discuss the Apple Watch at length, from the perspective of its functionality, to its design, to its status as a "watch." Is the Apple Watch the timepiece of the future? A mere gadget? Or something totally different that will nevertheless compete with watches for space on your wrist?Listen to the HourTime Show watch podcast episode 163 here. The direct MP3 download and link is here.

The Value Proposition: Laco Chronograph Watch "New York," Offering Better Value Than Rent In The Big Apple
For the first chronograph covered in The Value Proposition, we take a look at a solid offering from a brand we haven’t covered too much here on HODINKEE: Laco. Founded in 1925, the German company gained fame for its pilot’s watches produced in the 1940s. Its current range of watches includes a number of chronographs inspired by the brand’s historic models, with a few modern design updates. If you’ve been looking for a chronograph with traditional looks, but without faux patina or dramatic detailing, the Laco Chronograph Watch “New York” could be a good bet. It also doesn’t hurt that it comes in under $3,000. 2 OF 6 The Valjoux 7750 is a veritable workhorse movement that can be found in many modern chronograph watches. First, a bit about the movement: the Laco Chronograph Watch “New York” uses a Valjoux 7750. This self-winding calibre was introduced in 1974, using a coulisse-lever design in lieu of the more traditi

Servicing a RO by an independant watchmaker?
I am consiering a RO but concerned about the relatively expensive servicing if done by AP. I have a local watchmaker service my Rolex over the years and have always been satisfied. Are there many RO owners who have their local watchmaker perform routine servicing?

Royal Oak 15202
Finally.After selling my 15300st almost two years ago and regretting it ever since, here's my new AP 15202.The RO is next to new, and I'm very, very happy with this one.

New boxes?
The new boxes shipped with Panerai watches now come with two screwdrivers?I saw a 111 box empty and had two places to put accessories to the left of the watch.