WATCH WINNER REVIEW: Marvin Origin Gent Automatic
In July 2014 the monthly watches-dealer giveaway watch was a Marvin Origin Gent Automatic, and the lucky winner was Mark N. After receiving the watch, he has sent us some pictures and the thoughts below. We thank Mark, and everyone else who participates in watches-dealer watch giveaways.I have loved the various giveaways that watches-dealer has offered over the years and I participated in them with some regularity. Sometimes I even found myself forgetting and kicking myself for missing some of the nice giveaways. As time went on, I more or less resigned myself to the thought that I just wasn't going to ever be the lucky winner. I was quite surprised to receive the email from Ariel informing me that I had won the Marvin Origin Gent watch.First and foremost, I want to thank Ariel Adams, the blog staff, and the Marvin Watch Company for this nice giveaway. Your efforts to coordinate these are truly appreciated. In particular, the reviews are enlightening and offer watch lovers to learn of

Ralph Lauren Himself Discusses Watch Appreciation
Yes, this is a marketing video produced by Ralph Lauren, but it is unique for a few reasons and worth a watch. First, it is actually narrated by Ralph Lauren himself - which doesn't happen all that often. Second, it is a nicely succinct tale of why many guys are into mechanical watches, and I think it was written well. I am also debuting this video, so this is the first you'll see of it.

Quiz - Knowledge -Help
Hi All, New hear in terms of posts but been reading for some time. Great forum to pass some time learning about other peoples passions and desiresI need some help and assistance. Recently purchased a very nice AP Panda on a steel bracelet. I would like the option of a Rubber / leather daily beater strap. Thought I would just take my time see what comes up on flea bay and assemble a complete strap over time.. So starts the Quiz.Pictures are of links purchased for Royal Oak Offshore. The steel bracelet is Genuine AP. What do you feel the links are for because they do not fit well? They will fit in the cut out in the watch case and width is spot on but end angles are not the same (last pic) and they have no movement when installed. They can be fitted but don't look or feel right compared to the OE.The angle of the link top to bottom appears to be too steep. Not advertised as genuine so could even be from a replica piece of s*ite, as the finish o the sides of the links is poor quality!Any

Picking the right jubilee bracelet for my pre-ceramic (16710) GMT Master II
Hi all,I recently bought a 16710 GMT Master II, D serial (no lug holes), which came with the original oyster bracelet. Here it is:I'd like to buy a jubilee to have as an option with this watch. From what I've found searching TRF, I have three options:1) 62510H bracelet with 502T endlinks2) 63200 bracelet3) 63600 braceletIs that right? And is it true that 63200 and 63600 are pretty much the same except for greater # of removable links with 63600?All three options are expensive, and I'm not sure which one to get. #1 appeals to me because it is accurate for this particular watch and is probably lighter than the other two. #2 / #3 appeal because they have solid endlinks, and the clasp isn't stamped metal.Any other factors to consider? For those of you who have tried both, is there a significant difference in comfort between these options?

A Super Hero Arrived at my Door!
And the AD sent it with all the stickers intact, as requested.The blue is much darker than I thought it would be!