Preview: Christie’s New York Top Lots
Christie’s December 14 sale to be held at 20 Rockafeller Plaza in New York includes 424 lots, and the stars of the show in terms of pre-sale estimates are Patek Philippe, Breguet, and Piaget. Three pieces are estimated at $250,000 to $350,000: Patek Philippe references 2499/100 and 1462, and a platinum Breguet ref. 3857. A Piaget ladies Kanthara is estimated at $200,000 – $300,000. Lot 198 is a Patek Philippe ref. 2499/100, manufactured in 1982. This 18K gold perpetual calendar chronograph with moon phases succeeded Patek’s first series-production perpetual calendar, the ref. 1518. Only 349 examples of ref. 2499 were manufactured over four different series. The reference remained in production until 1985. The pre-sale estimate is $250,000 to $350,000.This two-register stainless-steel chronograph, ref. 1463, was manufactured in 1955 and was retailed by Tiffany & Co. New York. Christie’s notes indicate that this watch appears to be the first example of a refer

Zenith's New Lacquer Dial El Primero Offers A More Refined Take On A Sporty Classic
During the week of SIHH, Zenith took over a palatial suite at the Grand Hotel Kempinski in Geneva, where we were shown an addition to the brand's iconic El Primero lineup. The new model features a lacquer dial, in either black or white (both equally attractive options, if I may say so myself). The fact that this model commands only a few hundred dollars more than its non-lacquered counterpart makes it a worthwhile choice for anyone with a penchant for in-house movements, refined sporty design, and modern watches with respectable lineage. 1 OF 6 First, let's take a quick look at some technical aspects. Inside the 42 mm (x 12.75 mm) stainless-steel case is Zenith's in-house El Primero 400 B, a self-winding movement that features 50 hours of power reserve. The movement measures 30 mm in diameter and contains a column-wheel chronograph mechanism as well as a date function (visible through an aperture between 4 and 5 o'clock). 2 OF 6 Caliber El Pr

seamaster pro service
Hi Guys would like a bit of advice here, I have owned this Seamaster Professional since December 2000, during that time I have worn it non stop and also used it for diving both in pool and salt water at least every week as I was a dive instructor. It has been serviced regualrly and never gave me any issues, I have now decided to rest it after so much hard work and just about to put it in for service, apart from some regular marks from the odd bump the watch is in great condition, however the bezel has faded and has a few marks, would any of you guys be able to advise on either leaving it alone and keeping the used look or complete replacement bezel at the service as I understand Omega do not just repalce the insert and I really would not want to fit an aftermarket insert.

Gone Crazy already
New year and new watches.......... Just come back from my AD with 2 new additions. The Olympic Red Gold and SS Aqua Terra on Blue Alligator strap and the New Planet Ocean Cal 8500 Orange Bezel. Last weekend I went to London with a view to see and buy the new Titanium PO Chrono but was not impressed at all with it. It is SO tall in fact I found it out of proportion and Really did not like the Titanium finish. Whilst in the Boutique though I saw the Olympic Aqua Terra on Blue Alligator with Red Gold bezel and pushes etc and feel in love immediately, I hated to take it off. So I Rushed back to my AD in Bristol this week and purchased these two. The Jury still out on the PO chrono. I dont think I be tempted with this one though, Omega may have ruined a perfect watch. I will post proper photos as soon as I can.

The most expensive steel 116710 (not 116719) GMT can be yours for only $199,999
Put on your lunettes de soleil please.Most expensive GMT Master 116710 in steel that I have ever seen - note NOT 116719