Rau-Tech Custom Rolex And Other Watches Colorful Coatings
Rau-Tech is a German company that exists in the boutique world of high-end watch customization. This microcosm of horology is mostly proliferated by custom Rolex watches, which are becoming quite popular. One of the most common questions I have been getting from people all over the world is, "when will Rolex start to offer black colored watches?" They seem to feel that with all the custom Rolex watches out there with black cases, there seems to be a less-than-insignificant demand. That may be so, but I don't think that Rolex is going to start offering black-coated Submariners or other models now or anytime in the near future.Why? Well, think about it. Rolex is first and foremost about respecting their past. The first question they will ask themselves is, "have we offered back-colored watches in the past?" If the answer is "no," then they will move on. Of course, one can retort with the fact that in the past there were no particularly good ways of durably coating metal watches in black

Cartier Rotonde Small Complication Watches Now In Steel
The world of Cartier has a range of timepiece levels. This includes the brand's "Classics," which represent their more mainstream watches with relatively simple movements, the "Fine Watchmaking" arena of much higher-end complications and haute horology, and finally, the middle area of "Small Complications." This is "small," as opposed to "grand," in the arena of timepieces, where the latter refers to what is much more complex and, of course, expensive. What we can find in the Cartier Rotonde Small Complication watches might be considerable value, especially with the new Rotonde de Cartier watches in steel.Not all of these models seen here are brand new, but as we understand it, the steel models are. What you see are two types of Cartier Rotonde Small Complication watch models, with either a date and power reserve indicator, or the more favored big date, dual time, day/night indicator with subsidiary seconds models. So let's focus on that latter line of models which is formally called t

HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 134 - Here Comes Basel
We just can't stop talking about Cholex. In this episode we talk about what a "robot turd" watch really is, and how ambitious modern-designs mix with luxury well (and not so well).Listen to the HourTime Show watch podcast episode 134 here. Download the mp3.

Hamilton Khaki Pilot 46mm Automatic Watch
[Ed. note - since I've seen Hamilton screw up designs before, I look closely at each new release to make sure they look 'proper.' This one is interesting, and actually feels retro in a fresh way. You'll have to love large applied metal numerals - and I sense the polish on them is "unique."]A big stainless steel case, wide and easy-to-read dial, military inspired triangular marker at twelve, thick leather strap with rivets. Where have I seen this watch before? Hamilton has not re-invented the wheel with the Khaki Pilot 46. Is is their take on the classic "Big Pilot" style inspired by watches worn by military aviators of the Thirties and Forties. This look has been undertaken by so many manufacturers that it has become almost as iconic as the Submariner style. While there is not much new that can be added to such a watch without looking gimmicky and departing from the true big pilot style, Hamilton has successfully incorporated some unique details and more importantly their ability to of

Re : Ceramic Diver - Macro Shots
Took some of these shots yesterday to showcase the finishing on the Ceramic Diver case and movement. Just want to share it here. All taken with only a clip-on macro lens and a Samsung Note3