Blancpain Saint Valentin 2008 Women's Watch: Very Nicely Done
Women's watches usually aren't given that much attention by watch enthusiasts. They come in two basic varieties, miniature dolled up versions of men's watches, or some watch richly gilded with jewels. While these watches can be appreciated, they are hardly things rich in innovation or novel interest. Typically, much more time is spent on men's watches when it comes to new technology, avant-garde styling or new complications.Another reason women's watches tend to be less interesting is that they are often quartz movements. This makes sense as women tend to want watches with less hassle as they switch between several of them. In spite of this however, there are a good deal of mechanical women's watches out there, and this Blancpain is an excellent example. While Blancpain has much history, it is a re-emerging brand. Now owned by the Swatch Group, who controls other luxury brands such as Breguet, Blancpain is best known for their diving watches, the Aqualung and 50 Fathoms, meant for deep

Hands-On: The A. Lange & S?hne Richard Lange Jumping Seconds
It’s not too much to say that for us at HODINKEE, one of the highlights of the year is seeing new pieces from A. Lange & Söhne at the SIHH. Naturally, not everything is a home run, and if you go through our office everyone will have their own personal favorites (as well as watches they think weren’t entirely successful) but in general, right now, in fine watchmaking, we (and I) feel that A. Lange & Söhne is one of a very small handful of watchmaking companies really taking the necessary time, and putting in the necessary effort, to produce watches that absolutely deliver on the promise of craft and attention to detail that’s implicit in the phrase haute horlogerie.   1 OF 6 As I said, everyone has their own personal favorites; I’ve always had it pretty bad for the Richard Lange family of watches and the Richard Lange Jumping Seconds just pulled into the pole position. It’s not the most complex of the Richard Lange watch

Can Independent Watch Maker Service the ROO Chrono?
Guys,Is it possible that an independent watchmaker service a ROO Chronograph? Or we must go to authorised AD for any servicing issue?Before I own several Rolexes and always go to independent watchmakers for servicing...Regards,

Omega Speedmaster Broad Arrow Question
I just recently acquired a Speedmaster Broad Arrow with I believe the 3303 movement. It keeps more accurate time than my Sub Date and the power reserve seems ok. The thing is, if you hold it to your ear and shake it gently you can hear something spinning and buzzing around inside the watch, and can actually feel a mild vibration through your finger tips. When you manually wind the watch you don't get that smooth ratcheting feeling you get with a Rolex. Is this normal?

The tenor of the Patek sub-Forum on TRF...be a gentleman
Be a gentleman. As a fairly active member since early 2014 with a respectable number of posts, I see the tenor of the Patek sub-forum on TRF changing.I view TRF, which is public internet forum, as a place where watch enthusiasts can engage, share ideas, and without judgement, share with words and photos in a passion of luxury goods that in today's world could be perceived as showing off. Even the most entry level Rolex, for example, could be considered showing off for most of the population. We, as watch owners, enthusiasts, and collectors, are fortunate. I will never discount the hard work that goes into one's success (yes, there are those who are given or bequeathed large sums, but good for them, no judgement), but I always will be grateful for the opportunities I was given. I have tried, and continue to do so, to take advantage of these opportunities with utmost integrity and concern for others, and to provide for my family and for others in need and charities. However, the TRF Pa