Seiko Prospex Kinetic GMT SUN019P1 Review
One of the most exciting announcements at Basel last year was that Seiko was going to be bringing their coveted Prospex line to US soil. Amongst Seiko collectors and enthusiasts, the Prospex line has always been home to some of the most sought after sports models. Watches with good mechanical movements and tough cases. And while there have always been ways to get them if you were in-the-know, now that they are officially here (even being available in shop at Seiko's Madison ave store) the deed is easier.Bringing the line over wasn't the only news of course, they also had new watches and the Prospex Kinetic GMT SUN019P1 really stood out amongst the offerings. A beast of a diver, the watch had strong hints of Seiko's famous Tuna divers in both the case and the dial, but was its own thing with a new design. It just rang of what Seiko does well, especially in the case, so I knew we had to get one for review when possible. Design aside, it also is the first watch we've featured on w&w w

Technical Perspective: Kari Voutilainen Reviews Four High-End Chronographs, Sort Of
Suffice it to say master watchmaker Kari Voutilainen knows a thing or two about a good watch. That's why when we saw our friends at QP Magazine ask the highly regarded technician about some of today's most revered, but serially produced chronographs, we took notice. 1 OF 1 Kari doesn't really "review" the watches in any great detail – for that you'll have to rely on our Three on Three of the best manually wound chronographs in the world – but he does offer some interesting insight into what makes each movement special.Have a read right here.

Questions about the Royal Oak
I've been considering purchasing a new RO 15400 41mm the last few days. I have a few questions for those that have purchased one before.1. Can the purchase price be negotiated? The AD I visited didn't seem like they would negotiate. Asking price is $17,800 dlrs. 2. Black or White/silver dial? I really like the white dial but I'm concern that wearing it with jeans and t-shirt will look awkward. Is viewing the hands difficult on the white/silverish dial?3. I was also looking the VC overseas (white dial time and date only) is that comparable to the RO?I plan to wear it frequently.

Incoming TeaZer
Wrist shot coming on Monday. I have always wanted one.

Finally a duo
I know that 2 years between purchases is a like decade on TRF. These past two years have given the opportunity to really enjoy my GMT IIc. I have come to appreciate how versatile it is. I was really happy with my one watch but I have been meaning to get another watch. I have put a lot of mileage on my GMT. It made a lot of sense to go with the sub for me. It was pretty much a toss up between the sub and GMT when I was deciding to get my first watch. For the second watch, I was going back and forth between the LV and the LB. After trying them both on, I realize that I am not ready for gold just yet. Of course just my luck the LV is a hot item but the AD came through within a month. So here finally, I have a duo! There is room for another watch but it will take probably take another 2 years. I just need the Daytona to complete my trio - land, air, and sea. 3 is the magic number since I have 3 kids. 4 would be the magic number if I had 2 kids!!Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk