Talking Watches: With Jason Singer
Over my time in watches, I have been lucky enough to become acquainted with some truly great scholars and collectors. The greatest scholars – the folks that lead our study and interpretation of collectible watches – are often quiet, reserved people who do what they do because they love and want to understand watches for everyone, not for show or ego. The man you are about to meet has been collecting watches for 32 years, he is an American, and until recently, very few outside his closest circle of friends (think Aurel Bacs and John Goldberger) knew his name. He has been quietly amassing a truly world-class collection that will absolutely leave you in shock and awe – he collects only the rarest and only the absolute finest quality. This, our 15th episode, is your official HODINKEE Talking Watches with Jason Singer. 1 OF 46 1930s Rolex Bubbleback 'First Series' 2 OF 46 Singer has a world-class selection of Rolex Bubblebacks – no

Does this happen to anyone else?
My 15400 AP - sometimes the date has half turned over, instead of completely.I don't always put it on the winder at night - thinking this may be due to the power reserve running low? (It only happens sometimes)Thoughts?

In defense of the Patek E23 (on ref. 3747)
I own the 3747 and love it. Yes, it's a Quartz and not mechanical. Frankly, I don't care. The watch itself is gorgeous (I'm getting it serviced by Patek now and have ordered a navy blue stitched alligator strap which I'll post once I have the watch back). I also love the date function, which unfortunately is missing on the new Golden Ellipse models. Couple of reasons why I purchased this watch: A. Did I say it's gorgeous? I know it's more expensive than other Quartz watches, but the quality and aesthetics of this piece are, quite frankly, unmatched. B. I don't have to wind it - ever.C. It tells me the perfect time - every day.D. The service costs are considerably more cheaper.E. I can put it away and wear my Audemars automatic watch for weeks and know that when I pick up the Patek, it will be running (assuming of course the battery doesn't need to be replaced ;))If Patek ever comes out with a GE with a date function in an automatic movement, I could consider upgrading. Until then, this

Incameing - For Her!
Shreve & Co in Palo Alto was having a Panerai event last Thursday and as my favorite salesperson Lisa says, The best place to buy a Panerai is at a Panerai event.I had picked out the 523 ahead of time as the one that my wife would need to get. Lisa pulled it out and I had my wife model it for the corporate reps they had out who all agreed with me that it looked amazing. She ended up being convinced and once you have one of these on the wrist the watch itself does the rest of the convincing.Here's a shot with my 372.

Thinking of going to Baselworld 2018...
Has anyone been to Baselworld before? If so, was it worth it?Thanks in advance!