Interview With Watch Lover Om Malik Of GigaOM On Smartwatches And The Samsung Galaxy Gear
With the announcement of the new Samsung Galaxy Gear, we had a chance to talk a little bit with Om Malik, founder of GigaOm. Om is an accomplished (and award-winning) journalist, with much of his work focused on the tech industry. What many may not know is that he's also a watch guy and friend of watches-dealer, which makes him the perfect person to talk to about smartwatches. Let's see what Om has to say about the smartwatch segment in general, and more specifically the Samsung Galaxy Gear:watches-dealer (ABTW): Given your background and interests, you've spent time around the smartwatch segment - how do you feel the category is shaping up?Om Malik (OM): I think we are still in the early innings here. Despite all the hype and noise around it, none of the companies have come up with a killer, mass market product. Most of my friends in Silicon Valley are obsessed with them, mostly because they are alpha/super early adopters.ABTW: What do you feel are the biggest strengths and weaknesses

Is 32500 a good price for a used ROO 44 rg?
Mint condition, but no box or papers. It's been a grail watch for a while now, and I have an opportunity to snag a 2015/16 ROO 44mm RG at 32500. I can also get a brand new, new dial version w/ box and papers for 38500. What do you guys think?

Limited edition anniversary watches
Hi folks,Thought I'd share this: my AD has just celebrated their 150th anniversary. To commemorate this, Patek agreed to produce two special limited edition pieces for them. The watches are described as 5077-100G-013 and 5077-100G-018.The watches are crafted in 18ct white gold the gold dial is decorated with Art Deco sunflowers in cloisonn�� enamel with inclusion of 49 silver and gold spangles. The Bezel and lugs are set with 113 diamonds (approx. 0.8 carats), and is presented on a blue alligator strap with a white gold pin buckle set with 29 diamonds (approx. 0.22 carats).Unfortunately I never managed to see them in person. They came in and were sold (both) to the same collector. I believe they were priced at $92k each.Greg

Does anyone actually wear their Rolex gimme cap?
I will confess that I have never worn my Rolex cap. This may be due to the look my spouse gave me when I brought it home. Or it may be the fact that I do not like to advertise the fact that I own a Rolex. MF tractor, yes. Ford pickup, yes. But not Rolex. Just my personal preference.So, I am curious, do you any of you actually wear your Rolex cap? If so where?

How much do you spend every year?
I'm curious how much do you spend on Rolex/watch average every year? Not from selling and buying another watch.I'm not wealthy, but there are times when I see something I like...I would buy it, but realize I can use the money for something more practical.:)