SIHH Preview: Ralph Lauren Slim Classique Collection
For Ralph Lauren, the 1920’s elegance and daring spirit of optimism have long been a source of inspiration. For 2012, Ralph Lauren presents two new interpretations of his Art Deco Slim Classique design featuring thin silhouettes, elegant guilloch�� engraving and masterful gem setting. The first new Ralph Lauren 867 watch model places a single row of brilliant-cut diamonds on the bezel, set off by a glossy black frame that emphasizes the rectilinear form of the watch.On the second new 867 model, two rows of brilliant-cut diamonds make the bezel sparkle. Diamonds have also been set into the lugs, and a single rosecut diamond adorns the crown.Both models feature traditionally crafted silver opaline dials with strongly-defined black Roman and Arabic numerals. Presented in 18k white gold, these models are worn with a black alligator strap and matching white gold pin buckle, and both are executed in a classic 27.5mm width.As with the other models in the Slim Classique collection, these

Konstanin Chaykin Carpe Diem Watch: Finally, An Hourglass For The Wrist
Second only to the common jest of placing a sundial on the face of a wristwatch, is the suggestion that there be an hourglass. Yes, the timing device of antiquity has a very low occurrence of actually being referenced on modern timepieces in any significant way. That perhaps is due to the fact that incorporating sand in a watch dial isn't always the best idea. Nevertheless, the enterprising mind behind the Russian watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin decided that he wanted to be the first person to do it. Behold the Konstantin Chaykin Carpe Diem, the first wristwatch with a mechanical hourglass on the dial.The last time we ventured to discuss hourglasses on watches-dealer was when Ikepod released the Marc Newson designed luxury hourglass. The hand-blown, high-end glass case contained held metal micro-beads rather than sand and made for a rather amazing pieces of functional luxury art. Filled with metals such as copper to gold, the Ikepod Hourglass came in two sizes and was priced from about $

DavidSW did it again, Million thanks to him !
Hi everyoneJust a little update on my AP purchase. Finally, the watch made it home. It wasn't an easy one but David was once again able to source the impossible. He was able to source a NIB 15300 forgotten somewhere. it is an old G series, but NEW, the impossible to source these days.Lucky enough, it is with me now and WOW, this is a real gem! Beauty of it can't be seen through pictures. Only in the hands and in the flesh, it does reveal it's true value and attention to details. I can never thank enough David for pursuing the quest of finding a LNIB, but ended up finding a NIB, even better :)This isn't the best of the pictures but as I have a busy day ahead and really wanted to share my experience, here it is.Cheers everyone.

5970 blue dial vs 5270 blue dial
Just curious. Are the 5270 and 5970 blue dial color different ? All pictures are from the internet.20170102_6f168c63a8cce9b9d8be9MbPxYOiUmCo.jpg5970-special.jpg

Dallas RSC
Hello all, I'm thinking about sending an Explorer I to Dallas for it's basic 7 year maintenance. Anyone have any recent positive/ negative experience with this? What has the turnaround time been like?