Croton J178898 Men's Diver Style Watch
A good value? You decide. This not so bad looking Croton watch is going for less than $40 as of when I am writing this article. Regular price is just $51.75. Compared to most watches I discuss, the price for this watch is more or less couch change. A good deal for a good watch isn't always hard to find. So let's see if this piece is worth a dinner for two at Applebee's.What I like about the (basically has no name) Croton J178898 Men's Quartz Stainless Steel Mesh Bracelet Watch is the diver watch style and mesh metal bracelet. Dial is pretty easy to read, and I like the two-tone black and yellow bezel. Might even be a rotating bezel! The case is 44mm wide in steel, and has a black IP (ion plating) bezel. The dial has quirks like military time on it, while most of the hour markers on the bezel. Crystal over the dial is mineral glass. Looks like there is even a bit of lume in the hands.The case is water resistant to 50 meters (so don't really dive with it), but looks pretty nice in a poli

Hands-On: With The Baume & Mercier Clifton 1892 Flying Tourbillon (Live Pics & Pricing)
Although Baume & Mercier is best known for its more affordable offerings, the brand is not limited to basic entry-level watches. At SIHH 2014, Baume & Mercier introduced its first tourbillon wristwatch, the Clifton 1892 Flying Tourbillon, combining the clean style of the other Clifton watches with a more exclusive complication. The name is a nod to the historic Baume & Mercier tourbillon pocket watch that served as inspiration and the watch really does bring something unexpected to the Clifton line-up. Here's a closer look at this horological curve ball.?Baume & Mercier first introduced the Clifton collection last year. The idea was to use a simple mid-century aesthetic to create highly-wearable and well-priced watches that appeal to those looking for something vintage-inspired. The most complicated watch from the inaugural collection was a triple calendar?with moonphase and this year saw both a chronograph and a retrograde date added to the mix. 2 OF 16 But, the most com

Incoming Royal Oak 39MM Rose Gold Chrono- 26022
Hey guys- piece is coming in and wanted to see if I can get a rubber strap for it. I was looking online and seems maybe City of Sails rubber will fit? Any guidance on this?The piece I am getting is the 39mm rose with the cream color dial. Brown Strap. Cant wait

FINALISTS of Mr. H's 2012 Audemars Piguet Photo Contest
First of all, I would like to thank everyone that entered the contest. While all the photos were fantastic, we can only have three winners. Here are the five finalists of the photo contest from which I will select three winners with the help of a couple of the moderators. The finalists are Peppers90, orangedial, SteelerFan65, emagni and kilyung. These finalists submitted photos that accurately portray the essence of the Audemars Piguet brand and from a photographic value standpoint they are just outstanding!!! These finalists are not posted in any particular ranking order.

Vintage Omega Help
Hi everyone,I am a newbie to the forum and am looking for advice please.I own an Omega P.O 45mm (and love it) and have caught the 'Omega Bug' badly. I am interested in acquiring a vintage Omega for formal wear etc.I would appreciate any advice (or links to previous discussion threads) as to which models/calibres to look for or avoid?Thanks for your help in advance and regards to all.