Bring a Loupe: Some Quick Thoughts On The Collectibilty of (Special) F.P. Journe Watches, As Demonst
F.P. Journe is one of the few modern watch manufactures that many serious collectors have any love for. Their watches are thoughtful, beautiful, wearable, and rare. Don't believe me, read this. That said, Journe watches have never exactly been auction house darlings – with modern pieces typically selling for a fraction of their current retail prices. That, of course, is no way to measure the success of a watch, but resale value is something that many collectors simply can't ignore – if you put money into something, you want to know you can get money out of it. This week, however, a few F.P. Journe pieces sold at auction well above what one might expect, and we are beginning to see that like special pieces from Lange, special Journe watches can also do quite well on the public market. A Unique Tourbillon Souverain Sells For 650,000 CHF 1 OF 7 The first watch we will examine sold Tuesday night in a charity auction benefiting Action Innocence. This

5131 for $135K
I finally stumbled upon one of my favorite PP complicated watches, and it also happens to be one of the most sought after references. The only catch is the store (non-AD) wants $135K, which is multiples of what the retail price is. I realize this is the price the owner thinks he can sell it for, but I find the price egregious. Seems like a big premium, and I'd be at particular risk if PP finally figures out how to manufacture these dials in greater quantity. I'm first on the wait list at my AD, although it seems very unlikely I'll ever get it. My other favorite complications are the 5170 and potentially the 5760a (but need to see it in person first). I could also go grand complication at that price, but would prefer to stick with plain old complications for now. Thoughts?

Need advice
Hi guys I’m just asking I’m looking to place and order for a pam 00723 what do you guys think I like the full braclet I’m not into leather strap just in case this is my nforst Panerai the only thing is just in case it’s not for me will I have a hard time selling it?

SOTC��Finally With Everything In One Place
As I've posted elsewhere, I finally got my Sub back after a month of it being with Rolex under a warranty claim. As such, I just now had a chance to put everything in front of a lens. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Accidentally bought a Swiss replica Rolex ...
... just kidding. But how do you know that you are getting he real thing when buying second hand? Some of the cloned Rolex watches are supposed to be so good that even a jeweler is fooled. Is there still a good way for all of these resellers to ensure they are buying and selling authentic watches? I'm considering buying another sub, but I'm a bit worried about it.