luxurious Pre-Corum Admirals Cup Split-Seconds Chronograph Watch
Corum will bring to the prestigious complication split-seconds chronograph to the collection of their popular Admiral Cup of watchmaking. Admiral Corum watch of Cup Challenge 44 seconds Split chronograph will feature a case 44 mm rose gold 18 K in diameter, a carbon fibre bezel, and a guard of the Crown accented by elements of rubber sport. Black lacquered dial is the emblematic nautical flags on his Bride, and the chronograph subdials are lined with 18 carat gold. The watch is equipped with a crocodile strap and a corresponding loop of pink gold. This Corum Cup watch new Admiral is animated by a movement of automatic mechanical 31-jewel which has obtained the COSC certification; the chronograph offers a counter 12 hours and 30 minutes, as long as continuously running subsidiary seconds. The split-seconds chronograph function is activated by the push-piece on the case between eight and 09.

Omega Boutique
I just wanted to share a positive experience I had at an omega boutique this afternoon. I walked in and the place was empty so as expected I was greeted right away and asked if I was looking for anything in particular. I was actually interested in seeing the PO liquid metal 42mm titanium which they had in stock. As I started talking to the guy it turns out he was the tech and not a salesman so he was very knowledgeable about everything and very helpful. He must have showed me 10+ watches with no pressure to buy. After a few min the sales guys came out from the back (guessing they were on break) and joined in on the conversation we were having. I must have spent an hour talking to these guys about omega movements and new omega releases this yr. The tech proceeds to show me the speedmaster mark II re issue and I must say that I really liked the racing dial in person. I told the guy that I had just seen an original for sale here on TRF and that if I went and bought it it would be their fa

The Omega that started it all...
My father passed away when I was very young. A few years ago while I was cleaning out my storage I discovered a box that my mom had given me of some of his manly belongings. One of the items inside was this Omega DeVille from the 60s or 70s:20140531_193956.jpgAt the time, I had just become interested in mechanical watches, so I naturally wound it up. It started running again, for the first time in over 30 years, seamlessly, flawlessly, and in that moment I felt my father's dreams and aspirations had been inherited. An absolutely magical moment for me.20140531_193726.jpgSince then I've added many nicer watches to my collection, but I always come back to this one being my favorite. I can't think of anything better than a meaningful timepiece to pass to my own son, and he to his.20140531_193655.jpg

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Black bay dark
Good day TRF,I have been thinking to add the tudor black bay dark for a while. I really like the idea of having all black watch for a change. I think it is fun and out of the normal steel / pm regular looks. It would be used as part of a rotation and mostly in weekends and casual occasions. I checked few options in breitling and Panerai but honestly the BB dark was the one that spoke to me most. I also like the black shield from tudor specially due to the fact that it is made of ceramic and it looks very cool. But what hesitates me of going the black shield route are: the ETA movement as opposed to bb dark's in house, the lack of bracelet (I prefer bracelets over straps) and the poor resale value. On the other hand, I keep reading that the pvd coating of the BB dark will get scratches and will look very bad in short time. I am usually careful with my watches but you never know. So I want opinions / experiences of bb dark owners here and recommendations of all are welcome. Thank you.