At The Bench: The Restoration Of A Seiko 6139-6005
We all know that an Omega was the first watch on the moon, mostly because Omega won’t let us forget (ever). However, the first automatic chronograph in space was the far more humble and less publicized Seiko 6139-6002, now known as "the Pogue." This is because Colonel William Pogue brought his aboard on Skylab 4 and Omega makes a watch to commemorate that mission, naturally. This watch made its way up to space without any authorization, making it a bit of a rebel amongst the space-watch elite. It is also the most affordable mechanical watch for those who want to feel there is something historically “spacy” about their watch, and it was also one of the first automatic mass produced chronographs, which isn’t too shabby either. (It first came out in 1969, at about the same time as the Zenith El Primero and the Heuer/Bruen/Hamilton caliber 11, and was the first full rotor, vertical clutch, column wheel controlled automatic chronograph ever.) Since the hist

Rolex or Breitling (quality)
Rolex or Breitling ? (quality)I know Rolex is something like status symbol, and is considered higher than Breitling. But i was wondering if in the terms of pure quality (without looking on prestige) is Rolex better. Movement, finishing, bracelet quality, etc. If you compare for example the Yacht Master with platinum bezel or the Submariner with the new Breitling Galactic SleekT Unitime (the whole new model, with tungsten carbide bezel) or any other B with in house movement. Which is better? Are Rolex movements better then Breitling in house movements? I read that Panerai, for example doesnt have very high quality in house movements, bacause they are not making them for long time and they need to practise. Is it same with Breitling? Thanks for any answers.

Navitimer Service
Hi there, I have an old Navitimer that I purchased in 91. It has been serviced a few times by Breitling but not for about five years. It now needs a good checkup and service but I need advice on where to take it in the SF Bay Area?ImageUploadedByTapatalk1356103097.434767.jpg

Do you check accuracy on your watches?
As you may know I started with Rolex used to be,3135 and especially the 4130 mvmnt is pretty accurate if well regulated and staying so for years.My 5712 w the cal 240 was okay initially 1-2s/day but seems we are after the honeymoon phase ,during the day is very accurate but it does 5sec w dial up overnight and 1-2s if left on crown up or down.You may say it s time to regulate however i m afraid we talk about weeks for a simple regulation job-which is about 5minutes if you bring a Rolex to the RSC-.:-(Any experience with the rate stability of Pateks ?do you think it s better to live with it and wait for a couple of months to see if it s getting worse.Thanks for your input

Cost Of A New 18K PP Tang/Buckle?
I would elaborate but the question is the topic. If there's a price difference, it is the white gold I am curious to know.I'm sure to be shocked, but tell me anyway! I saw one on the 'bay for a grand, but think a new one from an AD can't be TOO much higher. Right? (he asks nervously...)