IWC Portofino Watch Available On James List
As far as I am concerned the "lost" IWC watch model is the Portofino. Yes, they still made the watch - in at least a few varieties - but you never hear about it. Perhaps this is a function of myself being in the US, but I have yet to see real marketing for the Portofino. It isn't a bad timepiece at all. Over time the IWC Portofino watch has changed, but right here is the basic, entry level Portofino model. There is also a chronograph version in production. In my opinion, the Portofino is the basic, entry level "formal" watch from IWC. It sits close in theme to the Portuguese, but is different. This is a nice watch, but not meant to be a modern watch. It is from a more simple time, when a good watch was easy on the eyes, and drew credibility from a good name on the dial.And there it is, those three letters that are world-know to signify good quality from Schaffhausen - of the only text on the dial. I first really became aware of the Portofino as a good looking classy watch while spendin

So i decided to go with the advice of the "enablers"
Hi everyone, After giving it much consideration and taking in the suggestions from members of the forum. I decided to make the flip and picked this up. In the process I let go of my Exp II Polar and the Speedmaster. Thanks to Ocrolexguy for a smooth transaction and everyone that provided their input. I'm loving this watch!

First AP will be a 15300 - Silver or Blue?
I'm sure you have all heard this story before but I come from years of Rolex and Panerai and had the chance to try on a friend's Jumbo. It has somehow burned it's way in to my mind and I can't seem to get rid of it. His piece is the 40th 15202ST.OO.1240ST.01.If I'm totally honest, the 15300 is a more palatable way for me to move in to the world of AP based on the price difference between the 15300 and the 15202. I've run across two opportunities to pick up a 15300 one of which has the silver dial and the other has the blue dial.Two questions for you:1. Will the 15300 feel as magical as the 15202 did? (No watches near me to try on.)2. Would you choose the SILVER dial or the BLUE dial?These threads usually drive me crazy because the answer is clearly which ever one speaks to you. The issue is they are both speaking to me and I would like to know which is more popular with you AP experts.Thanks!

Omega newbie please help verify
Hi members I wasn't much of a fan of omega but I've been offered a trade for one. An I'm thinking of considering. All I know is its a 2010 model seamaster 42mm.. What is the secondary market value? How's the movement and reliability? Owner says he's got box and papers, I will be meeting with him face to face for the transaction.. Not sure if I can identify if it's a replica.. Any feedback would much be appreciated.. Thanks Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Even on a sunny day
I am feeling blueSent from my SM-G950U using Tapatalk