IWC Connect Is Another Swiss Watchmaker's Answer To The Smartwatch
IWC Connect is an electronic module that will be included on some IWC watch straps, adding fitness tracking functionality to IWC watches, as well as the ability to connect to the Internet of Things (IoT). The first IWC watches to get IWC Connect will be those in their Big Pilot's watch collection. In concept, IWC Connect is very similar to the Montblanc E-Strap (hands-on here), which was a "smart" notification and fitness tracking module that watches-dealer debuted in late 2014 (which garnered a remarkable amount of opinion).Each of these solutions conveys the very specific message by traditional watchmakers that they understand their customers want to enjoy the latest technology, but don't want to feel as though they are giving up (or having to make a difficult decision about) their traditional mechanical watches that they so enjoy. Both IWC and Montblanc are part of the Richemont Group, which has for a long time been seen as a testament to traditionalism in the watch industry. Nevert

Holy Grail Eterna Super KonTiki IDF Watch Available
Watch lovers each have "holy grail" watches. These are prized pieces that are rare and desirable to the watch lover. They are sometimes new watches, old watches, expensive watches, or just plain rare watches. Here is an interesting one from Eterna, in the best condition I have ever seen. This is the Eterna Super KonTiki, which is a diver's watch at heart. Eterna is a laudable brand that just made a reappearance in the US after not being officially sold in the US for some time. I am glad to see them back. Back to the Super KonTiki at issue.In the 1970s, Eterna started to supply the elite forces of the Israeli military with Eterna watches, most of them being this style of Super KonTiki. Most of those special forces were part of the IDF (Israeli Defense Forces) commando unit. This is the same group that was known for going on covert missions all over the world seeking out WWII war criminals, and performing missions on terrorist enemies (recall the movie Munich). Most of these highly train

1 month in to ownership
So thought id write about my first APFirstly I love the fit of the 42mm Offshores, i have just over a 7 inch wrist and the watch sits perfect.The clasp takes some getting use to, and to require a snug fit sometimes marks your skin, but small price to pay as I prefer over a buckle.The alligator strap has surprised me, I had in my mind from the beginning to change to a rubber strap. But the Alligator strap has grown on me so much and contrasts so well with the FC case and ceramic bezel.The FC case is excellent, and along with the only choice of bezel for me ceramic make a great combination and they seem to change in different light conditions giving you a different look every time.Craftsmenship is amazing, design and materials used have me staring at for what seems hours, Im hooked on the brand Ap ruleI would recommend anyone considering a Offshore to Consider a Ginza I think a few are in circulation from AD. Its very stealthy looking and combines all the great materials FC/ceramic a

What would you choose? A 5036/1G or 5040J?
First post on the forums! I've been a member since November but have been lurking and learning a whole lot. Went from a set of forgettable Movados to a small collection of timepieces that serve very specific purposes in my simple life: right now I have a 3940P, 5711/1A, 3919J and a Rolex 114270. The people in this forum helped a whole lot in terms of helping me field sources, choosing between ADs and greys, etc. - for this, many, many thanks!I'm looking to add another piece to my set and I'm faced with an interesting decision:1. The 5036/1G - annual calendar in white gold. I like the metal bracelet (helps that it's a whole lot of gold, too), and I love the calendar and moonphase function. Metal bracelets would be very welcome when things heat up during the Spring and summer - leather straps just don't last given my sweat patterns and volume!2. The 5040J - tonneau case perpetual calendar. To lower the price and make it comparable to the 5036/1G option I'll need to trade in my 391

UV & Tritium
Hello all, this is my first post. Is it possible for a tritium dial not react to a UV light source? I found an N S/N Submariner with it's box and papers basiclly unused but the hands and indicies do not react to UV or any kind of light I have tried. Thoughts? comments?