Hublot Big Bang Aero Johnnie Walker Whisky Limited Edition Watch
Whisky is a big deal in China these days, and apparently the most popular spirit brand in the world is Johnnie Walker. So, with that said, it should come as little surprise that Hublot has created a limited edition set of Big Bang Aero watches in partnership with Johnnie Walker brand whiskies. More specifically, Hublot has produced this timepiece in collaboration with the new "Johnnie Walker House" in Beijing, China. What is a Johnnie Walker House? There are three locations so far outside of Scotland; the idea behind it is to be a bar-style space that is an "ambassador of whisky culture."Where are the current Johnnie Walker House locations? Two are in China located in Shanghai and in Beijing, and there is one located in Seoul, South Korea. I suppose it pays to be a Scotch Whisky lover in Asia these days. These lifestyle places to enjoy one's favorite spirits are high-class destinations for business people and those looking to become "cultured," because places like the Johnnie Walker Ho

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.

Anyone Seen a Dial Like This?
I am sure it is probably quite common but I could only find the black dial Speedmaster Mk.IV when searching. Anyone got one like this.... (in fact, were there any other dial variations?)

5053R: Any red flags?
There are several of this model on the internet (known companies), all roughly the same price: 24K or so. I realize I may need to have the one I eventually buy serviced.I tried one on in local tourneau (they were asking 30K plus for one in only fair condition, no papers) and the wife and I really liked the pre-2007 model better than the new Officer's model. I included this link and text just for inspection: I may not buy from this company, or at all if there are issues with the model. 35mm..europeanwatch/19050.htmlMore about Patek Philippe Reference No. 5053R-001This is an 18K rose gold Patek Philippe Calatrava 5053R-001. It has a four-body, solid polished, half-hunter case with a hinged case back over a sapphire crystal for viewing the movement. The dial is matte silver with black, painted Breguet numerals and oxidized gold Breguet hands, including a centered sweep second hand. The date aperture window is at 6 o'clock and there is an outer seconds/minutes track. The bezel is rounde

How many SD4K owners will be upgrading to the SD43 after seeing pics?
Pics were released yesterday, and they are already flooding the internet. I'm sure many who proclaimed their disdain for the new SD43 are now experiencing some bit tongue-in-cheeks after seeing the pics.I wonder how many SD4K owners will be flipping for the new upgraded SD43?