Jack Heuer, Father of the TAG Heuer Carrera: The WatchTime Q&A
In 1963, the Heuer watch company (today’s TAG Heuer) released the first Carrera, a chronograph inspired by auto racing, which went on to become an international icon. As TAG Heuer celebrates the Carrera’s 50th anniversary this year, WatchTime sits down for a candid interview with the man who created the Carrera, watch-industry living legend Jack Heuer. WT:???? This year marks the 50th anniversary of the TAG Heuer Carrera, the sports watch that you conceived 50 years ago. Did you think back then that it would become as iconic as it is today?JH:????? In all fairness, no, but when I entered the watch industry, one couldn’t foresee many of the fundamental changes that have happened to it in the years since. I would have never imagined, for example, that watches with Swiss-made movements would move into such a small niche �� only about three percent of the world market in units, in a market of 1.5 billion watches a year. This was unimaginable in my early years.WT:???? Since

Speedy pro moon 42mm
Looking at picking one of these up. Is there a big difference in price between the steel bracelet and leather band? Can a steel bracelet be bought aftermarket and vice versa? Thanks, Jorge

Jewel Shop in Santa Monica
I'm just popping over from the Rolex side of the forums to let you Omega-eans know that Tony at the Jewel Shop in Santa Monica, California, talked me up a little last night and even gave me an Omega 2007 catalog (0.75 inches thick!). They have a lot of stock in there (Omega, Baume et Mercier, Tag, Mont Blanc) and business appears to be slow. On my way out, he offered to deal on price without me even hinting that I wanted to buy anything. So, if you are in the market for an Omega (alas, I am not, tho they are pretty), you may wish to give Tony a chance.All best,MarkJewel Shop1353 Third Street PromenadeSanta Monica, CA 90401310-451-1113Tony

Some real bargains--
In the FOR SALE section!! A couple of new releases at irresistible pricing. LOL LOL LOL LOL.

Rolex on Rubber
When I got my Rolex I bought a rubber/silicon strap on eBay for a few bucks to see if I'd like the look. At the time I tried it and didn't like it at all so I stuck with the TT Jubilee bracelet until today when I tried the rubber again and this time I really like it. I think I'll keep it this way for a little while, maybe send my Jubilee off to the guy in Hong Kong to take care of the stretch. Here's how my 16713 looks on rubber. Please share pics of your Rolex on Rubber for comparison. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk