SIHH: The Lange 1815 Moonphase Returns
2010 is Lange’s 165th anniversary, and to mark the occasion they are creating new versions of 3 well-known models in a new metal called honey gold, which is not only a unique color, but it is also nearly twice as hard as regular gold. Together, the new models are known as the F. A. Lange Homage Collection. Among the new releases is an 1815 Moonphase. The original 1815 Moonphase limited edition from 1999 was a hit with collectors, selling at auction for nearly triple the original selling price. This newest version will certainly carry on that tradition. Limited to 265 pieces and with a European MSRP of 18,500 euro, the new 1815 Moonphase case and balance cock are formed from Lange’s new and proprietary honey gold. Like the other pieces in the Homage to F.A. Lange Collection, the 1815 Moonphase also features three-quarter plate with hand-engraved traditional decoration. Of course the moon phase display is accurate to an amazing 1 day in 1058 yearsplete technical specification

Introducing: The Vacheron Constantin Metiers d��Art Elegance Sartoriale, A Collection Dedicated To Ma
The watch maketh the man, not his clothes. At least, that’s our line of thinking at HODINKEE. But sartorial choices have come under scrutiny this week. After entertaining the idea that watches could in fact be worn with a tuxedo (shocker, right?), we take a look at a new collection of tailor-inspired and tailor-made watches from Vacheron Constantin. 1 OF 12 Capitalizing on the resurgence of style, as defined by men who shop exclusively on Saville Row and have Pitti Uomo saved in their calendar for the next ten years, Vacheron Constantin have teamed up with the world’s oldest fabric manufacturer, Vitale Barberis Canonico, for a sartorial debut of sorts. 2 OF 12 3 OF 12 Unveiled this morning in Paris, on the opening day of the Journées Européenes des Métiers d’Arts (JEMA), the "Elegance Sartorial” collection faithfully re-creates famous woven patterns such as the Prince of Wales check, using the maison&r

Pics request
Hi all, I am planning my future third watch to have IMO the perfect trio, and I think I am going RG on the next one, the 4 contenders are AP ROO, Jumbo and skeleton, and PP Aquanaut and 5711, what do you think would go the best with my duo and which are you favorites between these 5?Also I understand that on the Patek I can expect almost 0 discount, what is the discount I can expect on the AP pieces, knowing I got 10% on my diver and usually on gold pieces a bigger discount is usually possible?I like all but there are a few favorites, the 44mm for example, really love the piece but not sure I can pull off 44mm, the Aqua I really like but the price seems a little too much for what it is, would love the 5711 if the dial was blue, afraid I might get tired of the brown dial, prefer the brown like dial of the 5980-1R but that piece is not in my financial comfort zone, love the Jumbo in RG, well at least on pics, will try to get to see it in Paris when I come back, the skeleton is quite cool

Thoughts on the 2254....
What is everyone's thoughts of this newly retired SMP? Was it a mistake on Omega's part to retire this watch? What are the reasons? Slow sales? As an owner of this great watch, I think it's kind of bitter sweet that I won't be seeing this watch in AD's. It's always great to see your watch in the display case even when you have it on your very own wrist. It reminds me of all the great classic Omega dive watches such as the 300 that influenced the likes of the 2254......I think of all SMP's that are made by Omega the 2254 looks more like a tool watch than any other SMP's.

Why no pocket watches....
PP does not need any introduction to their most prestigious pocket watches.However i have not seen any posts on the lesser famous models. Is there any reason ?Are they not popular or collectible ?There should be many vintage models out there in the world.