Jaquet Droz Quantieme Perpetuel Calendar Watch Available On James List
Discussing Jaquet Droz watches in the US is almost futile. It isn't that you can't find this small Swatch Group brand in the US, but rather that it is extremely rare. I saw my first one in Europe personally. I've always liked this brand but haven't known what to make of it. A lot of their designs are good, but currently they lack direction and leadership as far as I can tell. The last time the brand was really on my radar in any serious way was when Manuel Emch (current CEO of Romain Jerome) was the head honcho over there.This Jaquet Droz watch from a few years ago is a great example of what the brand is capable of in terms of design. This specific model is itself extremely rare said to have been made as a limited edition of just 8 pieces. 8 being an important number and symbol for the brand as it is a good luck number in Asia (where a lot of Jaquet Droz pieces are apparently sold). This model is the Quantieme Perpetuel Calendar watch in 18k rose gold. There was another version that wa

Cool Omega Sighting!
While working at the Port Columbus Airport today I recognized a fellow a couple people ahead of me in the TSA line. Then it dawned on me that it was the former head of NASA (sorry, can't remember his name). The TSA was really giving his luggage a going over so I had the time to ask him if he indeed was who I thought he was. He was nice enough to confirm my suspicions. But what actually caught me eye originally was his watch. I then asked and is that a Speedy you are wearing? He smiled and said it sure is. I responded how appropriate. I thanked him for his work and wished safe travels.dP

New 300 M Black Ceramic!!!
Just received our his and hers black ceramic 300 M watches. They're simply gorgeous! The watch has a 3D look to it that my old Bond SMP didn't. The bezel looks like Hematite, and gives the watch a much dressier appearance. Of course it still pulls off casual with ease. Here are a couple of iPhone photos.

Patek 5726A or FP Journe Chronometre Bleu
As the title suggest, I will be getting one of these two watches tomorrow, and would appreciate any input on which would be the better purchase.On one hand, the Patek is a brand with a well known and great history, and is definitely a known quantity. It is, however, more commonplace.The Journe is much less well known, and though it has a shorter history, I believe it exudes prestige in a different way. It also has the added benefit of being rare and uncommon.Price is not part of the consideration, as I am concerned mainly about things such as value retention, design, how it compliments my collection, and brand prestige/perception.My current collection includes two AP ROOs (elephant and navy), a rollie sub date, and PAM 320.Thank you in advance for all your input!

Datejust 41 discounts?
I am currently looking at a rolex DJ 41 in steel. I have never bought from this AD but will offer all cash. What percentage off of the $7350 retail price can I reasonably get? Thanks