Easy Looking At The Easy Diver, Dive Watch Series By Roger Dubuis
On a few instances I have dedicated discussion to the world of luxury diving watches. To some, it seems a contradiction, why imbue a tool meant to be exposed to harsh elements with a luxury facade? To others, it seems like the perfect combination of things they love. I fall into this latter category. The seminal luxury diving watch was the Rolex Submariner. Since them, many have come in to market and have succeeded Rolex at it's own game in many areas.Today the object of my affection are the mostly beautiful watches in the Roger Dubuis Easy Diver line. The name is probably taken from "Easy Rider," and evokes a spirit of confident yet calm entrance into the elements. The watch doesn't "prepare" for diving, it simply does without notice while minding itself and focusing on other matters such as remaining shiny and full of class.The shape of the Easy Diver case is very unique in my opinion. The flared edges near the lugs present a visual attraction that is difficult to explain. Seeing it

Introducing the Squale Master
Squale came to Basel this year ready to impress. If you're not familiar with the brand, I recommend you check out our review of their Ref 2002 watch. If the look alone of that watch doesn't tell you this brand is different than others, then their rich history will. Squale is one of those brands that everyone ought to know, as they were pioneers in dive watch case manufacturing in the 50's, 60's and 70's, and now continue to make beautiful, original Swiss-made divers, at very accessible prices.The first thing they showed us is a new family of watches, based on a line from the 60's called the Master. These 600m divers have 44mm cases, power reserves, 12 o'clock dates and a cool vintage style. The bezels have to be seen in person to be truly appreciated, but they are made in an anachronistic fashion for a gorgeous outcome. They are essentially bakelite bezels with dimensional steel inlays on top. This is then all sealed in with acrylic (presumably) to create a flat top surface. As with th

Another major 2014 Novelty...........
We know of the long standing RG ROO Chrono Tourbillon and the new Platinum version, but the titanium version I haven't seen until now, apparently limited to 30 pieces. Anyone have any insight please?

Platinum Pateks: Better with or without diamonds?
Hello gentlemen, What is everyone's opinion on platinum pateks with the small diamond embedded in the case at 6 o'clock between the lugs? It irks me just a little bit, as on some watches it seems out of character (5196, 5146 even 5960) as they are to my eye more classically styled. A diamond seems too modern a twist and a bit incongruous. I personally wish it were possible to buy a platinum Patek without one. What does everyone else think? Anyone know the history/reason why the Stern's decided to do this?Certainly no disrespect to anyone that has one; on the contrary I'd like to hear about it. Did the diamond affect your decision to buy one? Is it visible while wearing it? Mike

It's important to keep it above the water
so it's not gets rusty.