HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 144: Warp BS
Are you curious about the Hyetis Crossbow smartwatch that ideally should make its Swiss way on wrists by the end of the year? So are we, and we delve right into it. We also discuss Mondaine's new automatic and Ulysse Nardin's new Freak watch models.The guys discuss whether or not they are qualified to purchase women's watches as gifts, and Ariel talks about his upcoming trip to the Hong Kong Watch & Clock Fair.Listen to the HourTime Show watch podcast episode 144 here. Download the mp3.

EXCLUSIVE: Introducing The Shawn Carter By Hublot Classic Fusion (Full Specs, Pricing, Availability, & Live Photos)
Well, we kind of knew this was coming, we just didn't know when. This is the Shawn Carter By Hublot Classic Fusion, a new limited edition watch designed by Mr. Carter himself and produced by Hublot. But before we get into this new watch, let's go through a bit of the back story.? Jay Z means a lot to watches, and one could venture to say that watches mean a lot to him.? He's been a Rolex guy from some of his earliest verses, and he was one of the very first to have the foresight, along with the folks at Audemars Piguet, to work on a limited edition, personality-driven timepiece. He was an AP friend and client for years, and even signed and donated his own AP tourbillon to charity. Coincidentally, when our editor Ben Clymer interviewed LeBron James two years ago for Jay's website Life & Times, about his then brand new relationship with AP, LBJ mentioned that it was indeed Jay who introduced him to the brand. And now, as of four days ago, LeBron has his very own AP.? And then came Jay's

Some color
I see that this isn't for everyone, but I decided to pull the trigger over the weekend. Life's too short, why not add some colors! A gift from the wife for my upcoming B-Day. Also had the chance to view the new chrono's at the boutique, they are very tempting. Then some delicious food and beer to end the evening.It was a good day

Advice Needed Please...
Evening All,Alright in a bit of a dilemma here.. in the past have owned AP 39mm Dual Time White Dial.. trade for DD2 Rose Gold Chocolate Dial (with briboxer excellent guy) and then had to sell that back to Brian to fund engagement ring and partial deposit on the house about 6months ago. Now I find myself wanting to get a new timepiece.. Now I currently have a Breitling B01 LTD Edition Sky Blue 367/500 that I'm looking to trade... but the question is to what?One option is to add roughly $5k and goto Rolex GMT BLNR.. great watch.. love the color.. look and feel... and could realistically be my last watch (before I head off cruise ships and onto life on land). The second option is to add around $10k + Breitling to get a 16808 Rolex Submariner.. yellow gold blue dial (I'm a sucker for blue dials)... its PM which I love.. true gold vs rose gold and a steal at the price offered.The third option is the stretch option which is to add roughly 20k and get the 5711 Blue Dial. This is my grail wat

What Rolex Watches Have You Owned
I thought it would be cool to hear from other members what Rolex watches they have owned, and when they purchased them. I have only owned 2, but I'll start:1st: Rolex Datejust 116200. Purchased September 3rd, 2015. Now sold.2nd: Rolex GMT-Master II 16710. Purchased November 20th, 2015. My current watch, daily driver. 3rd: ... TBD ... Maybe a Panerai or a 16233 ... or both.What about you guys?