Ochs Und Junior New Colors And Names For Watches
New patinated dial and handsTwo news items from watch maker ochs und junior - a new moonphase look and a sweeping rename of the models. Since it's brief, we will deal with the rename first. Previously, their watches had evocative names like 'Selene' for moon phase, which probably caused confusion. The line is now renamed according to what they're calling 'time horizons.'Very prosaic and practical. Should make it easier to shop their collection.The other news is the new dial on the moon phase, seen above. The new dial is brass, patinated using a sculpture restoration technique that turns it dark grey. Once that's done, they mill out the indices, moon and date dot to reveal the brass beneath.The hands are also brass, satinized instead of patina finsihed, with a hand-painted second hand. Gotta love that attention to detail.And of course, part of the appeal of the moon phase is the mechanism. Only five parts, and the most accurate in a watch. You can get the full details in my review here.

Interview With Zenith Watches Ambassador Johan Ernst Nilson
Zenith watches really get around - especially on the wrist of Johan Ernst Nilson. A Zenith brand ambassador, Nilson is a modern day explorer who has been going on "expeditions" for about 20 years. Now in his early 40s, Nilson is in the middle of a serious journey called the Pole2Pole adventure. The trip is taking Johan from the North Pole all the way to the South Pole, and will be done mostly via kayak and bicycle.Nilson travels for personal and physical exploration. His trips teach himself and others about personal empowerment and the power of a "can do" attitude. Nilson has authored books on the subject as well as participated as a motivational lecturer. His heart is always in the road pushing himself further and trying to see new places. Originally from Sweden, Nilson speaks fondly of his venturing with a credible, weathered look.I sat down with Nilson to discuss the Pole2Pole trip, his trials and tribulations, as well as what it is like to do what he does. As a Zenith brand ambassa

CO-AXIAL Service Advantage ?
I stumbled upon George Daniels the inventor of co-axial.He said that It is intended to sustain the public affection for the mechanical watch during the 21st century.I own a Rolex and has yet to own an Omega.It is not my intention to have a Rolex vs Omega thread but rather focus on the wonders of George Daniels' invention. The co-axial which uses a three palette fork instead of the traditional two.My question is Has co-axial lived up to it's promise as a more robust escapement requiring lesser maintenance/service?Thank you fro your replies

Price of Patek servicing?
Since I will get my 5712 monday, should have been today but nothing, UPS tracking says monday, big disappointment lol, I didn't want to ask before of the price of servicing, thinking that the astronomical price may stop me from buying.Now that my money is in the company's bank account and the watch inbound, what is the price for the normal 5 year servicing, with nothing wrong with the watch, and with no polishing (don't know with PP but with Rolex it's automatic, you have to refuse the polishing.So basically, open the movement, take it apart, oil it, maybe change a few parts a little worn out and put it back together.Are we talking 1000$, 1500$, or more?Am expecting around 1200$, hope I have it right, and it's not 2000$Thanks for telling me the bad news And how is the service? Heard excellent, some brands like Panerai the servicing is horrible, many owners get their watch back scratched, badly repaired, and they are not very polite, the big difference between the Panerai salon on Paris

incredible new strap on the pam317
just received these straps before the holiday, very nice the first hole seems not punched, but it came off easily so no worriesbest part, less than $50 bucks shipped, deployment included ....