RGM Pennsylvania Tourbillon MM 2 Watch
I wasn't sure what to expect when I first laid eyes on the movement for this RGM Pennsylvania Tourbillon watch (which I discussed here). Sure the final version isn't much different than the preview I saw a while ago, but seeing it all put together with case, text, hands, and finishing is really satisfying. I feel a nice level of price seeing this timepiece, knowing it is all American. It really doesn't have too much to do with the fact that "we can do it." If Americans needed to build a tourbillon watch a while ago, we would have. This isn't an achievement in technology or engineering. Rather, it is a signal of our American appreciation in fine watches. That we care enough about good looking, traditional watches to invest enough to make our own. That for me feels good, and a positive sign that Americans are taking timepieces seriously again. A lost appreciation (to a large degree), that is coming back, bit by bit.RGM? offers the Pennsylvania Tourbillon (made in Lancaster, Pennsylvania)

Is it worth it for solid gold?
Ok so I was in my usual grey dealer having a look tonight and to be honest the FC 44 isn't floating my boat so to speak ... so.. while I was there I noticed he had a solid gold 44mm novelty in mint full set 2014He proposed a deal to trade my FC and my sd4k +$4kusdNow I really like the solid gold and it's got heft but is this a good deal? Is it worth that much more then my forged carbon? The deal is in the table for 24hours only because he's got a buyer for the sd4k now... opionions guys? Am I gonna do my money on this?

2254 and 3570.50 for 105.012
Hi Guys, Its that time of the year again when pieces get shuffled around and flipped.In the next coming weeks, I may have an opportunity to obtain a 105.012 (with the original bracelet). I have yet to see the item �C as it is currently being serviced-but according to my contact it is in very good condition (with all original or otherwise model-correct parts).Of course, as is usual in our hobby , such a treasure will come at a price �C specifically my 3570.50 and 2254.50 (both complete everything). To go straight to the point, would you go for it?Some points to consider:1. ? ? ? ?Aside from the Speedy and Seamaster, I have a SubC, Exp2 and a Chronomat. Obviously, the 2254 and 3570.50 are / will be redundancies when put in the context of the situation,i.e., sub vis a vis 2254 / 3570.50 vis a vis 105.0122. ? ? ? ?In any case, my central concern is can the 105.012 be an everyday user? Both my 2254 and 3570.50 are reliable, effective and resilient pieces �C can the same be said for 105.12? Th

What a nice morning at my AD but now more than confused.
Oh god.Had to pickup my AP from the AD as it was back from service I planned a little visit to the PP dealer just across the street as I was trying to decide on 5167, 5711 or 5712. I booked an appointment yesterday with the AD.Granted with the usual espresso, and the service is top as always, even if I haven't made any purchase yet, every visit has been a pure enjoyment.Lucky to find both in stock a 5712 and a 5167. Tried the Aquanaut, what a nice watch, comfortable and light. Didn't warmed up as much as I expected with the dial. Then the 5712, WOW, the dial on the Nautilus is mesmerizing to say the least. Now I am torn and not just a little. I am trying to make up my mind between the 5711 and 5712. I didn't expected the 5712 to feel so nice and balanced even with it's unconventional dial disposition.Before leaving, the AD asked me to wait a bit, to my surprise, she came back with this beautiful Basel 2014 new watches portfolio and this magnificent book still unwrapped. Now I can i

Still waiting on a stainless ceramic Daytona...
...so I got the white gold instead. Oh boy, was that the right call. Incoming below.I've got to say, the WG Daytona on Oysterflex is the perfect juxtaposition of old and new. It embodies everything that made the classic Daytona a smashing hit and wrapped it up into a 21st century package. The weighting and fit of this watch is absolutely perfect - it's heavier than one might imagine. It literally fit my 7 wrist perfectly right out of the display case with no adjustment. The OysterFlex bracelet is the most comfortable Rolex bracelet I've ever worn, hands down.And the dial...oh man. Quite possibly the best modern Daytona dial to date. It can vary from silver to a more gold hue, depending on the lighting. The black panda subdials and ceramic bezel create the perfect contrast to the light dial. Also, even though this watch is gold, it is so extremely versatile. You really don't need to worry about scratching the bezel or bracelet, which leaves just a few surface areas exposed.