Watch Spotting: At The New York Launch Of The Book "Rowing Blazers"
On Tuesday night, the new Polo Ralph Lauren store at 711 5th Avenue hosted a launch event for the new book Rowing Blazers by Jack Carlson and principal photographer F.E. Castleberry. It was a packed, invitation-only event with about 700 guests visiting the two-story store. We thought it would be an interesting opportunity to see what watches were on the wrists of some of the attendees, both ladies and gentlemen, and of course take a quick look at this sartorially-focused book. 2 OF 97 If Jack's name sounds familiar, it is because HODINKEE sponsored his boats for two races last year: the winning boat in the Britannia Challenge Cup of the Henley Royal Regatta and the winning women's 8 boat at the Head of the Charles Regatta. Jack is a good friend of the site, and also happened to be the best man at my wedding. 3 OF 97 Rowing Blazers chronicles the distinct blazers worn by rowers of various clubs and universities, from the original eponymous "blazi

Adding a stainless link to RO
Hello TRF,My 15400 white arrived! I need to add a link. How difficult is it to do? I have the 1.5 link from APSC in hand. The local AP AD is not the one I bought it from, so would prefer doing it myself if it is an easy fix.Thanks!

AP - Why all the Marketing Gimmicks ?
Many people would consider AP and Patek to be the top watch manufactures. Why does AP do so much limited editions and link with Athletes and events. Why can't they just let their watch stand by itself like Patek or Vacheron. APs are amazing watches and I fell all of the hype marketing lessens the brand.The other day I saw an interview with Theiry Stern and he said, we just want to make great watches with no gimmicks. It is true the Patek markets its company name, but it does not try to make each watch as a fashion or hyped out piece. AP seems more and more like Hublot to me these days. I am not referring to the style of the watch, but how they market themselves to brands such as Ferrari, Grand Prix, Swiss sailing team, athletes, etc.I don't want an athletes name on the back of my watch. I think it is clear why we don't see Royal oaks and Royal oak offshores selling at auction houses for increased prices. Collectors want timeless pieces that are not based solely on the hype of the da

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Hey Everyone:I'm in the market for an AP Royal Oak. Either 15300st or 15400st.Unfortunately, the only AP dealer in town has sold out of 15300ST models so I have no way to see if the 39mm case will fit me.Anyone know how the AP RO fits (larger, same, smaller) compared to any of the standard 40mm Rolex models (GMT II, Sub, Expl II) as I do have those watches to compare to.Regards,M

Emergency discontinued?
Two days ago i visited an AD who told me that the breitling emergency isnt being produced for the time being so they modify it and release a new model. Is this true?and if its true do you have any clue about the new one and how is going to be?