Appealing Watches With Sharp Black And Steel Contrasts
Watch makers can have a good time playing with colors and materials. A typical favorite among watch designers is sharp transitions from one material, color or texture to another. This often yields in an interesting look appealing to the eye due to the constant contrasts. Lights appear lighter, and dark colors appear deeper. This is mostly due to the human eye, which seems to be drawn to such complexities of form.A particular favorite of mine is the contrast between matte black and polished steel. The austere look of the black works to immediately enhance the sheen of the polished silver colored steel. This effect is somewhat lost when the black itself is always glossy. Creating a series of sharp contrasts, the eye picks up a number of distinct shapes and patterns that come out of the design and construction of the watch. In effect, you get a much better appreciation of the colors and segmentation of the watch because the overall watch stands out so much more.The three watches pictures

Introducing: The New Vacheron Constantin Overseas Chronograph, Now With In-House Caliber 5200
Big news! Vacheron Constantin has released a new Overseas model using a new in-house made automatic movement, the caliber 5200. This is big statement for Vacheron Constantin – the Overseas chronograph has traditionally used a modified movement, the caliber 1137, which is based on the F. Piguet 1185. This elevates the Overseas into a whole new realm – let's have a look. 1 OF 3 The new automatic caliber 5200 movement took five years to develop, and is comprised of 263 different components, including a column wheel coordinating the chronograph start-stop-reset functions and a vertical coupling clutch that allows for a smoother start for the chronograph hand. Additionally, the column wheel features a screw in the form of the Maltese cross, a signature for the brand. 2 OF 3 The 42.5 mm watch is available in stainless steel (comes with three interchangeable bracelets, rubber, and/or leather straps) or 18k pink gold (available with a leather or rubb

ROO 42 mm dimensions and weight
Here are the measurements taken from my new piece as some of you had requested.The thickness of the watch is 14.6 mm.Sam

Speedmaster Pro - 861 - My First Post
Hi All,wanted to finally contribute to TRF. I've been lurking and reading for months now, plus I wouldn't mind some input from other members on a query I have. Query is at the end for those who want to skip the saga. Because prior to pumping the forum for info I thought, given it is holiday season (for some) down here in Sydney Australia as well as elsewhere around the globe, I'd waffle on a bit and relay my story/experiences re: my own speedie pro and how I got here and what I see my next watch purchase being and why. I totally got the bug with the Speedie years ago. Maybe in 2008. I'm 38 now and at the time it simply seemed an unobtainable dream. It seemed like a lot of money in fact for a watch. I was very new to mechanical watches (no idea). One of my main entry points to mechanical watches was the idea of not having to get involved with batteries. I've always liked watches and had digital calculator watches and other slightly fancy things along the way. My Dad bought me

Omega Experts - How does this Seamaster look?
Give me your opinions. It looks good to me, but I don't know Omega's like I know other brands.Thanks!