BASELWORLD 2011 - New Model - Patek Philippe 5298 P
(Info and images - Patek Philippe SA)5298P-001Men's CalatravaDescriptionThe legendary understatement of the Calatrava – quite likely the most iconic of all Patek Philippe watches – exhibits fresh radiance with this new platinum model framed by a bezel set with baguette diamonds. The unusual brown tone of thesatin-finished dial amplifies their sparkle.Technical dataWatch: * Mechanical self-winding movement * Caliber 324 S C * Date in an aperture * Sweep seconds hand * Bezel set with 38 baguette diamonds (~3.37 ct) * Satinated brown dial, diamond hour markers * Strap: alligator with square scales, shiny black * Prong buckle set with 6 baguette diamonds (~0.30 ct) * Sapphire-crystal case back * Water resistant to 30 m * Platinum * Case diameter: 38 mmCaliber: * Date * Center sweep second hand * Overall diameter: 27 mm * Height: 3.3 mm * 29 jewels, 6 bridges * Balance: Gyromax * Vibrations per hour: 28'800 * Power rese

PP5205R VS Grand Lange 1
hello everyone, any suggestion for choosing one of these two nice pieces?

PAM 532 - fight 'condition 0' and wear your watches
I have been wearing my 532 in the regular rotation and right now it has been on my wrist for a few weeks, not letting other watches close. Today I decided that this one will stay in the permanent collection. Together with the 111 they are now unsellable.So, I am wondering what it would take for others to do the same. Knowing some of the controversies around the watch when launched, it seems to have been shunned by the hard core collectors. This likely is also the reason that on certain watch sites you have quite a few to sell, but in the forums none.Hopefully that teaches the speculators a lesson and other cool new models can be bought by people that actually want to wear them.Fight 'condition 0' and wear your watches! That's why they are supposed to be bought!!!

Who says you can't "explore" with a Daytona?
As WIS we tend to categorize watches: Subs are for diving, GMTs are for those that travel the globe, etc. But the truth is, a modern Rolex is up to 99% of anything we throw at it. My gf and I escaped out of the city for a weekend getaway in Rhinebeck, NY where we spent our days doing some awesome hikes. Through snow, 10* wind-chill, and some impromptu rock climbing I wore my Daytona the whole time and it served its purpose well!I know the Explorer is constantly mentioned as the one-watch GADA, but I'd say a Daytona is more than capable.

Need help deciding between a Submariner 114060 and a Black Bay Steel 79730
Hello All,I have been doing research in the past couple weeks to decide on my first purchase. Personally, I'm not a big fan of the iconic cyclops and I have got a relatively small wrist. That narrowed my options down to the Rolex Submariner 114060 and Tudor Heritage Black Bay Steel 79730. However, it is a difficult decision to make, and I'm hoping to get some advice/ suggestions from your expertise. I have listed some of the major differences/ concerns between the two to ease the comparison. Any input is very much appreciated!DesignThe Submariner (especially this no date model) is probably one of the most classic, versatile and timeless design on the market, full of history. The laser engraved flange ring also completes the design. It's a Rolex!! No further explanation is required I guess. The Black Bay seems to be a more modern/technical design which is worth mentioning, the military style really gives it a robust, aggressive and unique appearance. On a side note, as an only watch ,