Rolex GMT-Master II Black & Blue And Rolex Daytona Platinum At Baselworld 2013
We're here at Baselworld 2013 and Rolex has shown off a couple of new model iterations including a platinum Rolex Daytona and this black and blue colored Rolex GMT-Master II. Essentially just?a new color variation of the current Rolex GMT-Master II range, this new version employs a two color cerachrom bezel insert (a first for Rolex)?in a day/night arrangement of?blue and black.Still sized to 40mm and powered by the Rolex Calibre 3186, this new model is little more than an additional color choice for buyers looking for some of that classic Pam Am panache. Rolex announcements are a big deal at the BaselWorld and crowds formed quickly when the new models were displayed outside of Rolex's booth. Onlookers seemed to have mixed feelings about the mostly-cosmetic updates and the lack of a specific 50th anniversary piece for the legendary Rolex Daytona.Alongside the black and blue Rolex GMT-Master II is a new blue and brown platinum?Rolex Daytona. This is not the Rolex Daytona that many were

Genesis: German Men's Watches By A Woman
Genesis is not just a neat-sounding word that someone thought would make for a good watch brand name. It is rather the name of the brand's founder and designer - Christine Genesis. How convenient is that? To have a cool last name like that? Christine is a rare breed being a full-on watch maker and a female. I wouldn't make a big deal of that fact if it was more common. I, for one, applaud the idea of having more female headliners in the watch industry. Christine's brand begins with some attractive watches that combine a little of classic traditionalism, Bauhaus, and modern minimalism. I don't like all the pieces, but I think overall this a nice brand worth paying attention to.About 3-4 years old now, Genesis has roughly eight models in the collection - each coming in a few styles. I've posted images of my favorite pieces. Genesis uses Swiss mechanical movements which look to be a mix of ETA and Soprod calibres. Most are automatics but there are a few manually wound varieties. The cases

Happy Friday to all.
It's a great day when you can start it with your Patek 5170GSent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Re : The Ultimate Nautilus
No, this is not an incoming thread. Not so long ago, I tried to add a 2nd PP ( ie Nautilus ) to my collection. I have kind of decided it should be gold. Here's the thread.rolexforums/showthread.php?t=375588I recall during the previous tryouts, I was so smitten by this, even more so then the 5980R which is too top-heavy for me. Thought it was just a temporary infatuation but it hasn't gone away. To me, this is THE Ultimate Nautilus. ( not my pic )As usual, I did a quick analysis of plus and minusPlus1) It's a PP Nautilus! 2) The wrist presence is second to none. It just blows everything including other Nautilus out of the water3) It's heavy but balance meaning it is not top-heavy as the bracelet support the weightMinus1) The price 2) Too shouty? Bling? 3) Scratches too easily?So what are your thoughts on this? Any existing owners here, please weigh in and share your wrist shots!

Please help me understand ...
I'm trying to understand the love for Panerai. And I don't mean this at all disrespectfully. Stylistically, it's seems sorta pedestrian but also very utilitarian. I see them and don't really know what to think. I don't understand them but I want to understand them and why people love them. Is there some unique history, build quality, a certain utility element, production rarity? Again, I'd like to know more from people who appreciate them. Thanks.