Artya Makes Another Airport-Unfriendly Item: Watch Buckle With Hidden Knife
For 2014, Swiss watch maker Artya, under the leadership of Yvan Arpa, presents a hidden knife as an option on most Artya (and Black Belt) timepieces. Part James Bond, part "I bet you didn't know I could put a knife here!," these "ardillon-style" watch strap buckles come with a small folding blade.Why? Well that is really the question, isn't it. Artya is a brand that likes to exaggerate life and that is part of their charm. For Yvan, this watch is about personal safety, as well as covertly opening private letters with clean precision. The knife will fold out from the buckle "pocket-knife" style and will be perhaps an inch or so in length. It isn't exactly "hidden" if you look closely at the buckle, but is rather out of the way and located in a place most people would not expect. Artya has some suggested uses for this small blade, but what I am more curious about is what you all feel it might be good for when in a pinch.These days what everyone ponders is, "can I take it through airport

Linde Werdelin Land Instrument Review: More Than A Watch, More Than A Wrist Computer
"Instrument" is probably the best term to describe this nifty little device. It packs a lot of functionality, probably more than you'll ever use. The best way to describe it is a multifunction wristtop computer (term borrowed from Suunto) suitable for extreme conditions that can actually help you survive if you use it properly. The Land Instrument is made by Linde Werdelin, a manufacturer of primarilyluxury watches, and interestingly enough, the Land Instrument is more reasonably priced than you might suspect given its pedigree and functionality. The current price is about $1,100.The name really sums it up: "Land Instrument." It is meant for land based operation as opposed to Linde Werdelin's upcoming Sea Instrument. Specifically, the functions are focused on cold weather, high altitude exploration. For example, it features such notices as an "avalanche warning" or "frostbite warning." This might seem gimmicky, but using the external thermometer and internal barometric pressure gauge a

Changing from bracelet to strap - how to?
I am curious if you AP enthusiasts know of a way to change the bracelet of a ROO to a strap / visa versa besides taking it to an AP boutique. I recently changed my Panda from bracelet to strap and as I'm about to go on a trip, am thinking that I'd rather have it back on the bracelet so that I can take it in the water.Rather than going back and forth to AP, is there a preferred method or should I keep torturing myself and my bank account every time I go in there? Thx

4 months....
So I was told....Apparently... Our names (wifey and I) were put down for next years factory tour... So who am I to argue

Dual incoming - Thanks DavidSW
Once again I have made a purchase of 2 watches from DavidSW. Pleasure to deal with as always. Watches arrive Wednesday, but may pick them up on Thursday. Will be my future wife and one of the watches is for her. So I have them being shipped to work. Pics to Follow.