BEST FROM: watches-dealer & Friends July 17, 2015
Visits to watch manufactures are always exciting, and we are kickstarting this round-up with our James Lamdin's report about the manufactures of Parmigiani Fleurier. Notice the use of the plural form of manufacture? That's because Parmigiani Fleurier is actually made up of five different facilities and under different names that manufacture a wide range of watch components, including their own balance shafts and even hairsprings.The visit to Parmigiani Fleurier aside, we also checked out a couple of new watches in the past weeks including the ever popular Rolex Explorer II 216570, Patek's mega Reference 5270R perpetual calendar chronograph watch, and the limited edition Sinn U1-D. Finally, we turn our attention to some vintage digital Casio watches and also find out what the servicing process of an Omega Speedmaster Pro with Omega is like.1. Rolex Explorer II 216570 Watch ReviewThe Rolex Explorer II is one of the brand's most popular watches, and that's not without good reason. For sta

Rolex Explorer, here's your chance, and it will cost you only $6800.Click here for more details
Therefore, if you want to be the first guy on the block with the 39 mm, Rolex Explorer, here's your chance, and it will cost you only $6800.Click here for more details.

Patek Calatrava
About 15 years ago while on a trip to London, my wife bought a Calatrava for me at Herrods.It is an automatic, two hands (no seconds), gold, with the pebble bezel. It has an alligator band. I can't find the watch on the Patek website. I've still got everything that came with the watch.Any idea what the model would be?

What should i get next? Nautilus vs SkyDweller vs RM
Hi all,Posted the same thread in Rolex sub forum - thought to post the same to PP. Hope i'm not breaking any forum rules...I've been thinking what i'm getting next.. Hoping the experts here in this forum can give me suggestions.I'm after a Rose Gold watch with a leather/rubber strap. I already have 2 Rolexes SS and YG, and an AP ROO.The options i want in no particular order:1. Patek 5712r+ I never owned a Patek before. Would be a nice additon to my collection+ havent got a moon face watch.- AD (Rolex) person advised Patek is not an everyday watch and not as 'daily beater' as a Rolex. Note: any of Rolex & Patek owners agree with this? Why?- PP's are more expensive to service compared to Rolex. And takes longer if serviced in Sydney. Again, as the AD claims.2. Patek 5980r+ never owned a Patek before- Thicker compared to 5712. Note: this is as advised by AD; A rose gold watch should be a thin watch. Do you guys agree with this view? I'm a watch newbie, so im not sure what is the 'norm

Questions on DateJust 178240 - 31mm
My wife is interested in the DateJust 178240 - 31mm with Rhodium dial. Retail in Canada is $7100 cad and got quoted $6200 cad. So about 13% off. Is that a good deal or can I try to get more discount.I found the same sales guy that sold me my Date Sub 12 yrs ago. My Sub retail at the time was about $6250 cad and bought for $5100 cad (about 18% off).Questions:1. Is $6200 a good price for the DateJust ?2. Is the 2235 movement current ?3. Any changes to DateJust soon ?4. Is April a good month to buy ?I don't know too much about DateJust. Sorry if questions seem a bit dumb.