Ulysse Nardin Freak Phantom Watch
This year Ulysse Nardin?changes the name of its Freak Diavolo watch to the "Freak Phantom." I can't say why that is, but I suspect it has to do with conservative types who take issue with the fact that a watch is called "devil." That is the watch industry for youWhat else has changed? Well the Diavolo was previously offered only in 18k white gold, and now we have it in 18k rose gold. Still probably one of the coolest tourbillon watches available when you want something that's not standard fare.The Ulysse Nardin Freak is an extremely important watch in the modern luxury watch landscape. Ulysse Nardin defied much of the industry when it was released in the early 2000s with a movement that used many silicon parts - it was the first. Since then even the most conservative brands such as Breguet and Patek Philippe have decided that silicon (silicium) parts are indeed an upgrade in many instances when it comes to increasing the performance and longevity of a mechanical watch. Today Ulysse Nar

Whats the best strap for Breitling Transocean unitime chronograph?
I bought this Breitling preowned last year because I got a steal on it for 6k. However I barely ever wear it and I think it's because the mesh band makes it ugly for me. I am considering getting a black leather Breitling strap for it instead.Any ideas for what kind of strap/band would look great on this?

I'm not the guy that buys a lot of straps
Never had that Panerai disease :-)But in this case it was worth the effort ... Years ago a 5070R came with a black croc from the manufactureJust changed it with something brown :-)Not bad at all if you ask me

Five Surprising Facts About Rolex
From Watchfinder & Co.Maybe less surprising for those of us here.

Mailbox
Gents,Got this in the mail today. Had a laugh. It showed me all the watches they used to produce but no longer send to their ADs.Should have just showed 34OPs, TT datejusts, and diamond dialed ladies models. Happy holidays watch lovers.......Sent from my iPad using Tapatalk