aBlogtoRead.com Mentioned On DeepGlamour.net
I was flattered by this article on DeepGlamour.net. The article mentioned me a few times and included a few quotes. Randall at DeepGlamour.net had an idea to comment on the effect that watches have on people and their image aside from style. I chose this image of Alexander the Great to sum up his sentiments on what certain watches are all about. The theme was discussing the concepts of "Status, Power, and Conquest" in relation to watches. You can read the article here, and I think you'll appreciate the gist of what he has to say. I feel honored that people either read my articles and get inspired or get inspired and stumble upon my articles. Although not the same era, here is a Roman inspired watch by Italian watch maker Zannetti watches. This model is called the Gladiatore Imperio. A cool looking Roman style decorate watch with the term "Vedi Vidi Vici" etched inside of the bezel. See the article at DeepGlamour.net here.Top image via The Johnson Galleries.

Very pleasant experience at AP boutique in Geneva
Today I took my brand new watch into to the AP boutique in Geneva. I wasn't quite sure what reception I would get....I've been in there a couple of times recently trying on watches. I needn't have worried. The guy who has looked after me on both of my visits greeted me warmly, and his smile did not change as I explained that I had bought a watch elsewhere for 25% less.They were charming, gave me coffee, took great care sizing my watch for me, removed the stickers, and gave it back to me in one of their nice leather travel boxes. I couldn't possibly have been better looked after.I chatted with the head watch-maker and learnt a couple of interesting little things....one needs a 1.4mm screwdriver to add/remove links from an SS 15400 and 1.2mm for a gold one....and, wait for it.....they recommend use of a watch winder.I walked out of the boutique wearing my watch, and for the first time it felt like mine.

15400 As Daily & Only Driver
Is it inconceivable to wear the 15400 as a daily driver, but as ones only timepiece? Naturally, it couldn't be worn ALL the time, but I'm flirting with this idea a bit. Unlike many others, I'd like to be of the 1 watch for all things camp...maybe 2. Feedback appreciated.

Nautilus is coming
Next week, I should receive my first Patek, a Nautilus 5711 white.Will come back to you with some pictures soon

Romans w black stripe
I have a ref 118239 and on close inspection the hands have a black stripe on the centerline (no lume). Under my loupe each roman numeral has a black line. The newer watches do not have these it seems.Was this something done for certain years?