Hands-On: With The Bell & Ross BR 123 Sport Heritage (Live Pics & Pricing)
Bell & Ross has introduced new BR 123 and 126 models to their popular Vintage line, dubbed Sport Heritage models. The new watches are meant to be reminiscent of designs seen on the wrists of pilots and aeronautics enthusiasts in the 60s. We got the chance to sit down with the watches in Basel a few weeks ago and think we found one of the better value propositions of the show in the 123 Sport Heritage. 2 OF 12 At the helm of the collection are the 123 and 126 Falcon limited editions, which celebrate the 50th anniversary of the Dassault Mystere-Falcon 20, a popular French jet used for business and government operations. These watches are differentiated by the jet's outline at 6 o'clock on the dial and a 50 years insignia on the case back. While they might be the highlights of the Sport Heritage collection, the watch that caught our eye was the entry-level Sport Heritage watch, the 123. 3 OF 12 The 123 Sport Heritage is a simple time and date affair, with large

Royal Oak and RM Bubba Watson
Just kidding. The light wristband just reminded me of RM. This is from the Radio Disney Music Awards last weekend.

Dealer Cost?
Anyone know where to find what dealer cost is on a new AP? I'm looking at the Rose Gold Royal Oak Jumbo Ultra Thin ref: 15202OR.OO.1240OR.01I believe it retails for USD $50,800.00Would love dealer cost in EU and US if it's possible to obtain this info, as I travel quite a bit.I appreciate the help!Thanks,Mike.

Pic of a 15400 and a Diver bracelet side by side
Can anyone share a pic of a 15400 and a Diver bracelet side by side

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