odd coincidence
I used to fool around with casting precious metals, and about 15 years ago, maybe a bit more, I made myself this ring in the photos. The ring for me was inspired by machined off-road after market motorcycle parts, as I did a bit of racing back then. I put holes in the ring just as an homage to the lightening of parts by drilling, and when I finished it, I didn't want it to have a completed buffed shiny look. Instead I gave it a brushed finish and I had cut some bevels into it, these I decided to polish to a mirror brightness.The rings I designed I liked to have surprises, so on the bottom (palm) side of the ring I mounted a small diamond that could be a secret for the wearer only. After I bought my ROO I remembered this ring that I made, I just dug it up and I thought it was interesting how the design elements matched up. The choice of straight brushed finish on flat areas, and then mirror polish on the bevels was identical. The eight sided bezel echoed the octagon that forms the table

Breitling B-1 Limited Edition Question
I have the opportunity to purchase a Limited Edition Breitling B1 with box and papers. It's called the B-1 US Navy Adversary watch. According to a website that I visited, there were only 25 of these watches made. The watch has been worn but is in good shape. Two questions. Does anyone have any additional information on the watch, and can anyone tell me what this watch is worth?Here's a Wikipedia link to some information about the logo on the left of the watch face.And here's an image of the watch.

125th Anniversary SuperOcean Heritage
Wow!!!!!! Looks great. What do you guys think???????

Two of Best Watch in World!
Guys, I'm lucky enough to have two of the most highly desirable watch in the world. I just want to share...

Re: Calatrava - which one to buy?
About to buy myself a new Calatrava.Probably leaning towards yellow gold with a black strap. I've never had a gold watch before so I really like the idea of yellow gold on black.I've also never had a manual wound watch before. Only automatics, so I'm not sure if I should go for an auto or manual watch.Tossing up between the 5119J or 5120J or 5127J. Quite like the date on the 5127, but somehow the hobnail of the 5119/5120 just oozes class.I'm intending to wear this watch as much as I can. Will just buy a new leather strap if it gets worn out.Is there a way to know the date of manufacture from the Patek serial number?Anything else to watch out for when buying a new calatrava?