Hands-On: Kari Voutilainen's Unique Platinum GMT-6 And Burgundy Dial Vingt-8
The biggest new feature of the SIHH this year was, of course, the area set aside for presentations by nine independent watchmakers, known as the Carré des Horlogers. Based on word-of-mouth from participants, it seems to have been in general a success, allowing what many independent brands, journalists, and clients have had to do in a very chaotic way in previous years – meeting to see new products and designs in venues offsite – to take place under one roof. Of course, non-Richemont brands have always been a part of the SIHH (Parmigiani Fleurier, Audemars Piguet, and Richard Mille are all examples), but this is the first time such a large number of small-batch makers have participated. Of these, one of the most high touch and low volume is Kari Voutilainen, whose fame among connoisseurs is out of proportion to the very small volume of watches he produces. But there's a reason his work commands the respect it does. 1 OF 12 This is a unique piece in p

2015 new incoming!
I've been out of the AP loop for a bit but I'm back thanks to our friend David SW!

Anyone Seen a Dial Like This?
I am sure it is probably quite common but I could only find the black dial Speedmaster Mk.IV when searching. Anyone got one like this.... (in fact, were there any other dial variations?)

Jayzuz
A few snaps of the 5711 cruising on the Jubilee and Central lines into St Paul's in EC4.We had to race into the office earlier today to sort out a few things 10 years ago the Tube would have been dead as this early hour but London really is getting pumped up to the max with people!!Snaps as promised...

Nautilus Bracelet Durability
Anyone ever have a nautilus bracelet or clasp that needed to be replaced? Despite it's great comfort, it just does not seem that durable. Any personal experiences to share?