BEST FROM: watches-dealer & Friends August 1, 2014
Prices of watches have been increasing steadily over the past decade, but how do they compare to, say, three or even six decades ago? Just how have they really changed? And is it really because it is due to the rising costs of materials and inflation alone? We take a closer look at historical prices of two of the most popular sports watches around today - the Submariner and Daytona from Rolex.That aside, we also investigate the recent matter regarding Bremont's new Wright Flyer watch and its supposedly in-house made BWC/01 movement. Just how "in-house" is it and what is the real story behind the whole incident?We also pay a visit to Nicholas Manousos, who successfully made a working tourbillon using a customized 3D printer. Finally, we chat with the great Walter Lange as he celebrates his 90th birthday to find out more about the beginnings and the future of one of the greatest institutions in German watchmaking, A. Lange & S?hne.1. How And Why Rolex Prices Have Increased Over TimeR

Any Safari users around?
I'm looking to buy a a ROO safari and I have quite a small wrist...just want to see how it looks on others (I have obviously tried it on myself as well but yer..)Also of those Safari users, does anyone have a pic on Safari on a Rubber strap?lets get the thread going!

Authenticating a Breitling
I have spent a few hours searching this and am still confused so any help gratefully accepted. I have been offered a Breitling Chronospace, 1996 model, SERIAL#A56012.1 10185.The watch is 18 years old and shows age reflective of this. The seller states the following:Movement replaced in 2009 (Aerospace movement) & New Crystal and HandsService & Cleaning in late 2012Neoprene Travel Case (Gen) & Polishing ClothChronospace ManualAftermarket strap & BraceletHe has no proof or papers of this so cannot authenticate. Is there any way of checking authenticity as the seller is not in the same country as me and I cannot view it apart from the pictures he has sent. Its a good price (looking at similar on ebay etc). What would experts value this watch at?I know its difficult without seeing it but a ball park figure would be a good starting point for me. Thank you.

Anyone own PO with diamond bezel?
if so, mind sharing what you paid and where from?Thanks in advance!

extra links for speedy pro
I just bought a 3572.50 and need one more link to make it fit perfect. Is the best place to get these Offrei? I can find 2, 3 digit numbers on the bracelet, but cannot find the 4 digit that offrei needs. Maybe I need to get a magnifying glass. Also, how many removable links should my bracelet have? Mine has 3 on each side. Thanks