In-Depth: The IWC Mark XVIII And Mark XVIII Edition Le Petit Prince, And The Evolution Of An Icon
I’m sure it’s out there somewhere, but it’s hard to think of a single wristwatch model from any company that excites as much of a sense of ownership, from owners and non-owners alike, as the Mark series from IWC. There are, arguably, better known watches – the Submariner springs to mind, for instance – but the Mark series is one in which IWC fans in particular, and watch enthusiasts in general, really feel a personal stake. Why is this the case? First of all, the Mark watches have a design with very broad appeal: they’re tool watches, and generally have been extremely basic in design, while at the same time being instantly recognizable and very attractive. That combination of completely utilitarian appearance and aesthetic appeal is very powerful – especially because the aesthetics were not deliberate, but rather, an organic consequence of utilitarian considerations, and therefore seem much more genuine than if the goal had been producing a des

New Railmasters
Was invited to see the Basel offerings at our local boutique. I'm probably in the very small minority that would rather have a non LE model. Both are beauties and it was a hard choice but in the end (for now) I put a deposit down for the lighter dialed one on bracelet, delivery later this year, will be waiting impatiently. For those who might like these, enjoy the photos, as poor as they are . . .

Aqua Terra Annual Calendar
I just had a thought about the Aqua Terra Annual Calendar.Would the watch look more balanced if Omega had kept the Date Aperture the same as the non annual calendar Aqua Terra and have the Month Aperture at the 9 o'clock position.what do other Forum Members think?I do not have the Aqua Terra but do have the Hour Vision non annual Vision.

Team Omega!!
My 2 Professionals, Seamaster and Speedmaster.

Titanium Sky Moon, Celestial and 5033T at upcoming auction
article at HODINKEEWow someone really loved Titanium, So who on TRF will be grabbing these? To Visit NY anytime soon Mr Khalid?