2011: The Year in Review Quiz, Part 1
It’s December, and you know what that means. It’s time to look back. Have you been paying attention for the past 12 months? You knew there would be a quiz, right? Say goodbye to 2011 with this little test the focuses on some of the most (and least) important stories of the year. As always, the answers appear at the end. Good luck!    1. Which watch group and retailer ended a cooperation agreement relating to the launch of a new watch brand?A. Richemont and TourneauB. Swatch Group and TiffanyC. LVMH and Neiman MarcusD. Movado Group and Saks Fifth Avenue 2. Which tennis star joined Audemars Piguet as an ambassador?A. Andy MurrayB. David FerrerC. Novak DjokovicD. Andy Roddick 3. Which watch brought the highest price at this year's Only Watch auction in Monaco?A. DeWitt Concept Watch No. 3 �C X-WatchB. Richard Mille RM 027 TourbilonC. Van Cleef & Arpels Poetic ComplicationD. Patek Philippe Ref. 3939 4. Who was named CEO of Ulysse Nardin followin

HourTime Watch Talk Podcast Is Here - About Us and A Trip to Japan
Hey guess what. You can hear me now (more often than just in review videos) in addition to reading me. John Biggs (of CrunchGearwatches-dealer and WristWatchReviewwatches-dealer) and I have started a new venture with the HourTime podcast show. We will be doing at least a couple of shows a month, talking about watches, between two watch guys. You'll be able to submit questions, comments, and of course topic requests. For more information, or to listen to the shows, visit HourTimeShowwatches-dealer.We just released our first show, "About Us and a Trip to Japan." It is still a bit rough, the audio levels need to be tweaked so we sound as "delightful" as possible. It is gonna get better from here, and I understand that you'll be able to subscribe to the show on iTunes soon. I'll likely post here on aBlogtoReadwatches-dealer with each new show.In this first episode, we introduce ourselves, tell you what we do and where we come from with watches and discuss a few watch pet peeves. Also, phon

1171 bracelet on Speedmaster
Can I fit a new Omega 1171 bracelet with 633 end pieces on a new 2016 Speedmaster? I'm sure I can but thought I had better double check first. I much prefer the look of 1171 bracelet - it looks more vintage.Thank you

Patek for my budget
I'm relatively new to high end horology and I'm looking into getting a dressier watch. Something on a leather strap that isnt too big. I dont like the Calatrava because its a little too plain. I'm wondering if there is a model that I can look into that has a bit of flare to it that is within my budget, if something even exists. I'm looking to spend around $20,000. I like the nautilis but I'm hoping for something a bit less sporty and more dressy.Is there anything that you could recommend?

Decided to brush the PCL's on BLNR (pics inside)
And couldn't be happier with the results. Opinions are divided on PCL's, but I'm much more of a fan of the brushed look. It cost just $50 from a professional, so well worth the money to me. It would certainly lower the resale value, but I don't plan on ever parting with this one.Just thought I'd post a few pictures if anyone is considering doing the same thing.