Tempest Commodore Review
I think a change is coming to the boutique watch world, especially in the niche of the dive watch. Slowly but surely, we're seeing more and more watch brands strive to create new, unique designs. Designs that push manufacturing abilities while maintaining solid values. The days of stock cases and hands, everything being a minor variation of each other with a different brand logo, is disappearing. Perhaps it's because the market did get saturated that now new, younger brands, feel the fire to innovate.The Tempest Commodore, the subject of today's review, exemplifies this. This new breed of boutique diver has many of the same qualities as the last gen; tough-as-nails, Asian-made divers with Japanese automatics, sapphire crystals and more, that come in under $1,000. But, immediately upon removing one (we have many to show) from its packaging, the difference was clear. The case was captivating, with sleek contours and sharp edges and a reported 500m WR. The inky black of the bezel could on

The Value Proposition: The Weiss Standard Issue Field Watch, A Fine Step Toward Truly American Watchmaking
The Weiss Watch Company has an ambitious goal: to design, manufacture, and assemble a mechanical watch not just within U.S. borders, but within the tighter parameters of Los Angeles County. Can an area known more for media moguls and perpetually flawless weather support a mechanical wristwatch supply chain? The answer is yes (with the exception of movement production – for now). The Weiss Standard Issue Field Watch is the first offering from this young start-up, and while it isn’t a full-on grand slam, there are a number of characteristics that make this a compelling option for anyone looking for a solid, casual-wear watch under $1,000. 2 OF 10 The company’s namesake founder Cameron Weiss knows a good bit about watchmaking. After becoming a WOSTEP Certified Watchmaker, he trained at both Audemars Piguet and Vacheron Constantin, unarguably two of the most respected watch manufactures in the world. In addition, Weiss is a certified CNC programmer, affordin

Automatic vs. hand wound?
Greetings - trying to broaden my horizons and venture into Paneristi land. I previously had my eyes set on a PAM00688 but acted too late to find one. I find myself lusting for the PAM00728. I love that its the smaller case but dont love the hand wound watch winding. any drawbacks to the non-automatic movement? I presume every time I wear this (this will be worn amongst many other pieces - I am a true degenerate!) i will have to wind it? does it wind while wearing if I move my wrist?TIA for all feedback. sorry if its a dumb question. I am used to watch winders for all other pieces.

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Date 34 vs DJ36 vs OP34 vs OP36 - substantial differences?
I am shopping for a classic and timeless daily wear stainless Rolex for my wife that is mid-sized with a smooth bezel on the Oyster bracelet. I would prefer if it had a slight sporty edge to it since she already owns a formal attire watch. If R made a 36mm Sub I would buy that but they don't and she finds the YM too flashy. Looking over the men's and ladies options there are four models that seem appropriate.OP34OP36Date34DJ36Other than the later two having the date feature and the obvious (small) size difference are there any major reasons to choose one model over the other? Resale value isn't a consideration because she will own the watch forever. I understand the DJ36 and OP36 are probably the newest members of this group and until today I wasn't even aware of the Date34.Any advice would be appreciated!