The Jorg Gray Clint Dempsey Limited Edition Game Timer Watch + Interview
In the wake of adding soccer star Clint Dempsey to their list of ambassadors, watch brand Jorg Gray has announced a new limited edition watch to commemorate the partnership. Clint "Deuce" Dempsey is an American soccer player who plays in both British and American leagues. Dempsey was recently traded from Fulham FC to Tottenham Hotspur FC in the British Premier League and is regarded as one of the top strikers playing today. The new watch is the Jorg Gray 2500-22 Clint Dempsey Limited Edition Game Timer and, unlike many ambassador models released to the watch world, Clint Dempsey actually helped to style and design the 2500-22. Dempsey fans should definitely take note of this limited edition soccer themed watch.The idea behind the 2500-22 is that is has been designed by a soccer player for soccer fans. Measuring a prominent 52mm across, the 100m water resistant stainless steel case features an integrated rubber strap and a sapphire coated mineral crystal. Ticking away inside is the ISA

In-Depth: The Girard-Perregaux Constant (Force) Escapement, Explained
What is a constant force escapement, anyway? That's a question we've been getting A LOT recently. You see, the term is thrown around often in this day and age, and rarely is it an accurate description of what is going on. But, a few weeks back, Girard-Perregaux invited us over to Switzerland to see what they believe to be one of the first true constant force escapements to be unveiled, by anyone. And we tend to agree. In this post, we'll run you through GP's new "Constant Escapement," how it works, and why it's important. First things first, watch the video above, then read on. What's An Escapement? 1 OF 9 Animation courtesy of Wikipedia.org Before we get into what a constant force escapement is, it's important to understand what an escapement is in the traditional sense of the term. The escapement is essentially the component in a watch or clock that transfers the power stored in the mainspring (barrel) to the balan

Seeing before buying
Hi everyone,I've been trying to compare a 5167 or a 5711. I know the blue 5711 is ridiculously hard to come by and the white 5711 is also quite scarce in stores (but a shorter wait list). The discussion comes up quite frequently about comparing the two and everyone's preferences, but one thing I have been struggling with recently is actually trying to see these in person and finding which looks best on me.I've seen tons of pictures (thanks to everyone on this amazing forum!) and would definitely love to purchase my first Patek, but I have a hard time deciding on one of these watches before actually getting to see and compare them in person and trying them on. I went to my local Patek dealer this weekend and called an out-of-state one I visited a couple of months ago. Neither unfortunately had any of the three in stock. While traveling, I've tried to visit local dealers who always tell me the 5711 is a wait list item that I'll never get to see in stores.Any advice on getting to see a &g

How hard is it to acquire the 5980R
Hi guys. Just curious, is the 5980R hard to find? Lets say like a 5711? What do we think of this reference? Thank you....

PAM 372 For Investment?
I've seen PAM 372 is favorite in this forum. It is limited production.Do you think it is worth to buy PAM 372 for investment? will the price go up?