Basel Preview: Carl F. Bucherer Patravi EvoTec Calendar
At Baselworld 2011 Carl F. Bucherer will launch the newest member of the Patravi family, with a twist. The new model has a classic round case, and new complications. The manufacture CFB A1004 movement retains the brand’s signature peripheral rotor and adds an indication of the week to the big date, day and date indicators. Baselworld 2009 marked Carl F. Bucherer’s first step into the manufacture realm with the CFB A1000 caliber with unique, patent-pending features. In 2010, two more Patravi models were introduced: the EvoTec PowerReserve and EvoTec BigDate, both in cushion-shaped cases. At Baselworld 2011, Carl F. Bucherer will present the Patravi EvoTec Calendar, the first Patravi model in a round case. The 42.6mm case is available in stainless steel or 18K rose gold, with black or silver dials and black or brown calfskin straps.The big date at 11 confirms membership in the Patravi family, and that a manufacture CFB A1000-based movement beats inside. The small seconds are

New to the AP club.
So happy Been loving the APs for a while now. I just didn't realise I wanted the Diver so badly until I tried on Dalip's one night A big thanks to DavidSW First shots of it.

Putting Diver strap on Bumblebee
I decided to swap out my Bumblebee's hornback strap for the Diver's rubber strap. Why? The hornback is stiff and not really a good choice for summer wear. I also find single-fold deployants uncomfortable so the Diver's tang buckle is a must for me.First let's gather up the parts...Let's assemble the Diver strap...Now we need to remove the old strap and plots...Install the new plots and strap...Now enjoy a great looking AND comfortable Bumblebee!?(before and after)?

1960's Omega
This watch has a great history: my grandfather acquired it in the mid to late 1960's and unfortunately passed away in a plane crash while wearing the watch. The watch was recovered from the crash and my grandmother kept it in a box for about 50 years. I'm a watch nut (duh), so when my mother found it among my grandmothers things a few years ago she gave it to me. The watch was incredibly in near mint condition and I have kept it pristine. It just got back from its 5 year service, enjoy!

Erich Von Daniken. Speedmaster?
Watching Ancient Aliens on the History Channel. Looks like The Man wears an old school Speedmaster?Anyone know for sure?