JCK 2015: Raymond Weil Launches its First Pilots’ Watch, the Freelancer Piper
Students of wristwatch history know that Raymond Weil, founder of the eponymous watch brand, was both a watchmaker and a musician. What many might not have known until recently is that he was also a pilot and aviation enthusiast.The Raymond Weil Freelancer Piper, which I had a chance to preview at JCK 2015 in Las Vegas, is a tribute to its founder's deep passion for aviation. Produced in a partnership with the aviation manufacturer Piper Aircraft, Inc., it is the Swiss watch brand’s first-ever pilot watch.The watch has a 45-mm-diameter case made of titanium and stainless steel and contains a mechanical, self-winding chronograph movement equipped with a date indication and a pilot-friendly GMT function. The shiny blue minute and hour hands resemble an aircraft's rotor blades while the GMT hand, with its red pointer, has the look of a compass needle. The small seconds subdial at 9 o'clock is inspired by a dashboard altimeter. The black leather strap also imparts a classic, vintage

Opinions....5146J
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Patek wishes for 2014
As we approach the end of the year a review shows I managed to get several of the pieces I wanted but two are outstanding for next year:5070P5131GWho else is missing what?

Q: Aftermarket diamond bezel for DJ 36mm
My wife has a 36mm Datejust for which she now would like a diamond bezel. I'd be interested in past experiences in making this swap out - including any experiences with Alan Furman - they are quoting $3k, which is fine as long as the bezel is essentially indistinguishable with the Rolex OEM one.

Grand Cayman pickup...
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