Patek Philippe Celebrates its 175th Anniversary
May 1, 2014, marks an important milestone in the Swiss watch industry. It is 175 years ago to the day that Patek Philippe �� perhaps the world’s most prestigious Swiss watch brand, and the last family-owned watch company in Geneva �� was founded.In a letter released to the press, Patek Philippe president Thierry Stern states:“Today, May 1, 2014, I am happy to announce the 175th anniversary of Patek Philippe, and the imminent launch of a special timeline at patek to showcase our history – the longest uninterrupted history of any watch brand. The timeline will be continuously enriched throughout the year, with fascinating stories from our past and present.“We believe that one of the secrets of our success has been our independence (we are the last family-owned watch manufacture in Geneva). Over the years, this freedom has allowed us to be truly creative, innovative, and pioneering – as demonstrated in our impressive repertoire of patents, our unique designs, a

Bremont Codebreaker Limited Edition Watch Announced
Bremont just announced its latest limited edition piece, the Codebreaker watch. Much like the?EP-120, the P-51, and last year's Victory, this new model follows Bremont's pattern of creating limited edition watches that are connected to famous military icons and often incorporate materials sourced from specific historic examples. The Codebreaker commemorates Bletchley Park's involvement in World War II military intelligence. Essentially the headquarters for British code breaking and decryption, Bletchley Park is responsible for unlocking the secrets of the German Enigma and Lorenz machines, which helped to greatly expedite the end of the war. Bremont is paying tribute to the successes of Bletchley Park by designing a watch that not only looks the part but also incorporates actual physical elements from Bletchley Park and the technologies they helped to develop (or crack). Additionally, Bremont will share some of the proceeds from the sale of the Codebreaker to help support continued pla

help... watch stops on my winder.
Hello. I just acquired an early 2000s Seamaster 120 with caliber 1120 movement. The watch hasn't been serviced according to the previous owner. I will be getting this done sooner than later. Anyway, for Christmas, my wife gave me a Brookstone watch winder which I am now using. On about 1150 revs per day, my Rolex Sub stays perfectly wound and on time. Twice in the past week, I have come to find my Omega stopped on the winder. Both times I have hand wound between 40 and 50 turns. Within 10 or so turns, it starts up. I am afraid that the winder is not winding the watch. Everything I can find says it should be set for 600 to 800 TPD. At 1150 TPD, it is stopping. On a caliber 1120 movement, how many turns by hand is a full wind? I just assumed 40 to 50. Any insight would be appreciated. Thanks in advance.

Long-Term View On Smaller Pateks
Hello Everyone,I am wondering how others view the long-term desirability of smaller Pateks. In the past watches would grow or shrink with tastes in fashion but at this point it feels like even if there is a shift back to smaller watches that the days of 35 mm cases for men are gone and unlikely to ever return. This means that watches like the 3796 and my 5066 sell for very reasonable sums considering their age. Will these models ever return to desirability in the resale market? I am very pleased with my Aquanaut and the lower resale value allowed me to get back into a Patek at a price that I could afford (and to get a modern automatic with a display back, date display and a second hand). I have also considered adding a 3796R to my collection. I personally think that the smaller models won't appreciate long-term as well as larger ones but I was wondering if others felt the same way. Thoughts?

White dial PAM
Love white dials and have been seriously looking at 660 and 1499.Prefer 44mm hence above two models...and NEED a secs...cannot check a pulse without one!!!!Price difference is obvious but I have a 329 and love the case.In house / display caseback etc are all positives for me.But is the 1499 WORTH $3000 + premium.Am able to get tax free as heading overseas in July....Would appreciate any thoughts / advice.