BEST FROM: watches-dealer & Friends January 16, 2015
Many believe?that no watch collection is complete without a Rolex. Admittedly, there are brands which update their collections and models more frequently �C which is perhaps not saying much �C but the brand is steeped in history and their watches are built to very high and exacting standards. The problem, however, is: should you get a vintage one or a modern one? On one hand, vintage Rolex watches are arguably sexier; but on the other hand, modern Rolex watches are built with the latest in watchmaking technology and are extremely reliable. While perhaps there is no one?answer to this question, below we present you with?some opinions with regard to this conundrum.With 2014 over,?we take the opportunity to take a closer look at some cool?watches that were released last year. In the case of this round-up, these pieces are?Bulgari's amazing L'Ammiraglio Del Tempo Minute Repeater Detent Escapement watch and Tudor's extremely cool Heritage Black Bay Blue. Moving on, we also check out the last

AP pics
Took a few pics that I thought I'd share. I submitted the last one at another forum for their masthead competition.

Speedmaster strap care
Hi!I just ordered an alligator strap from Omega today. Because I need a short strap I have to wait 4-6 weeks for it to arrive from Switzerland. Price...nearly $400 Now that I've bitten the bullet and paid the price the question is how can I make this strap last as long as possible? I'll minimize wear during hot humids days for sure.I'm wondering if anyone has suggestions about care from day 1 in making it comfortable and keeping it looking good.Thanks for your thoughts, JeffFWIW, I ordered the brown alligator strap to wear with my Speedmaster 3572.50.

First Omega - PO 2201.50.00
Just completed a seamless transaction with bmendick1. Here's the mandatory wrist shot and another picture of the new acquisition with my PAM312. Sorry in advance for the crappy iPhone pics!

5039r thoughts
I was shown a BNIB 5039r. I am interested in a perpetual calendar and have been looking at the 5159 and 5140. Does anyone have information / opinions on the 5039r? Here are some pics of it. Please let me know your thoughts. Thank you.