Forced Patina on Bronze Watches: A How To
Bronze watches are increasing in popularity by the day; a trend we are wholeheartedly supporters of. Bronze watches (sometimes brass, and of varying alloys) integrate really well into a watch collection. Usually of the tool watch variety, the warm metal hints at gold, but has a toughness to it that is altogether unique. For a few great examples of bronze watches, check out our reviews of the Archimede Pilot, Halios Tropik B, Ancon Tank, Maranez Layan and our look at the Makara Octopus Prototype.Part of what makes the metal so unique, and popular, is that it patinas over time. The metal oxidizes, creating a layer of brown, green and black marks that give each watch a distinct look. The darkening color and random nature of the patina adds to the rugged look of the metal, and the slow change and distinct wear speaks to the owner's life and style. The patina itself is actually protecting the metal, preventing corrosion, which is why bronze is often associated with marine equipment.Now�� pat

BASELWORLD 2011 - New Model - Patek Philippe 7041 R
(Info and images - Patek Philippe SA)7041R-001Ladies' GondoloDescriptionThis latest mechanical model of the Gondolo collection stands out by virtue of the refined shape of its art-deco-style cushion-shaped case with rounded corners. It is adorned with precious diamonds set in an unusual fashion around the dial beneath the cambered sapphire-crystal glass. The spirit of feminine passion.Technical dataWatch: * Mechanical manually wound movement * Caliber 215 PS * Seconds subdial * Dial flange set with 108 diamonds (~0.31 ct) * Grained silvery-white dial with brown roman numerals * Strap: alligator with square scales, hand-stitched, shiny dark chestnut with cream-colored stitching * Prong buckle * Sapphire-crystal case back * Water resistant to 30 m * Rose gold * Case dimensions: 30��33.8 mmCaliber: * Seconds subdial * Caliber 215 PS * Overall diameter: 21.9 mm * Height: 2.55 mm * 18 jewels, 5 bridges * Balance: Gyromax * Vibrations per

New ROC, send it to the AP spa or not?
Hi guys, After a couple of months on the lookout I finally got my hands on a roc. It's a 25860 dated 2005 it's in good condition, visually! but with unknown service documentation.This is going to be my one and only for a while, I also have a leather and rubber strap for it. So I guess I be just fine with just the one. How ever before I sell my other watches (15300 st, iwc 3714 & Milgauss) I plan to have a full service and polish on this one. I'm in Sweden and it's about 15000 sek (2000 usd) for a full service and polish. I don't mind paying that, but it's running -4 sec a day and keeps about 40 h power reserv and the chrono is working flawless. So to the question:Should I hold of with the service since it seems to be running fine? Or have it done right away anyways, I have no plans on letting this one go so I guess I might as well do it right away.. And start of fresh :) ImageUploadedByTapatalk1428156851.858745.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk1428156874.260807.jpgImageUploadedByTapatalk

Leather deployant on Airborne 41?
I decide to put a Breitling Leather strap on my Airborne 41 and replace the Pilot bracelet as I have a black Airborne 44 on pilot bracelet, what's your thoughts please?

Buying first PAM and looking for counsel
Rolex guy who is finding himself falling in love with Panerai of late. Soooo many models/iterations and would love some advice. Here are a few criteria I'm looking to get in my first PAM. Any recommendations?44mmLuminor or 1950's casemanual movementseconds dial and no datelove the 'dirty' or orange'ish numerals on some of the older and special edition modelsthanks Jeff