Minuteman Watches: Military Style Built In The USA
The original idea behind Minuteman watches (quite appropriately named) was for the pieces to be assembled in the United States by disabled war veterans. It was a good idea, given that disabled veterans are a laudable group to work with/benefit, and it is a great goal to give even a few who are out of work, work. Minuteman tried to work with an organization that deals with disabled veterans, but it didn't work out. I think it was pretty nasty. Nevertheless, Minuteman did not want to abandon the idea of making watches here in the US. So the end result is that some portion of the sale of the watches will go to a charity that benefits disabled veterans, and the watch will be produced in Ohio by LUM-TEC.More specifically, for the first round of production, a percentage of the profits (not sure how much) will go to the Gary Sinise foundation (I have to wonder if that has to do with the fact that he played a disabled veteran in Forest Gump). After that I think the brand will evaluate how well

Chopard watches of best selling of the male line in the previous day.
2009 was primarily on the "tradition" in what's new in watches - at least most of brands. Thus, in a clear departure from the "modernization" of the Mille Miglia watch over the past few years, Chopard has released this model more classic look of their best selling of the male line of the previous day.

The 2011 AP ROO Chrono - anyone pulled the trigger?
Hi Guys. So pleased that that we now have a dedicated AP forum I've been considering the new AP ROO Chrono in stainless steel. My local AD has told me that he'll call when one comes in, but it's taking forever and the wait is killing me. Has anyone added one to their collection? Would be grateful for pics/info/views. Many thanks in advance

Need help sourcing a fold over clasp for an Omega curved end rubber strap
Hi Guys,I recently purchased a new 42mm Planet Ocean and would love to put on the Omega curved end rubber strap with white stitching. I called Fr. John's AD (who I purchased my PO from) and he has them in stock but recommended sourcing an aftermarket fold over clasp because his Omega ones cost $230. Has anyone found an after market fold over clasp that will work with this rubber strap? I'll spend the $230 if I have to but thought I might pose this question to you guys first to save a little money. Thanks!

Another day at the pool, and it had to be blue!
Another weekend, and another swimming gala for my daughter. Sadly, we are not at the Gold Coast (yet) and Fenton, Stoke on Trent, doesn't quite have the same ring does it? Anyway, had to be a blue Skydweller with Oz set as the second time zone in the hope that one day, who knows?Sent from my LG-H870DS using Tapatalk