Hands-on With the Melbourne Watch Co Avalon
Just a few weeks ago, I reviewed the Melbourne Portsea, which was a really strong new model from the young brand. It was a clever twist on a classic style with plenty of unique details. Well, now Melbourne is back with the launch of their newest watch, the Avalon, via Kickstarter. Their fifth watch release to date, the Avalon is a departure from the brand's previous designs. Rather than a take on a more subdued or dress style, this watch is a large, aggressive pilot in full black DLC. But in true Melbourne style, they took a unique approach that makes it thoroughly their own.The case of the Avalon is unabashedly large at 45 x 53.7mm, but surprisingly flat at 11mm. With the wide 24mm lugs, it looks and feels broad and masculine, and is best worn on larger wrists for it. The case design immediately says "pilot" but has some details that make it different from the herd. First, the lugs are faceted with a wide bevel on the side and front. This immediately makes it feel more contemporary an

Your thoughts?
Do you like the PVD diver, seems new edition of 2015, with metal bracelet and rubber strap?Since I can forget about getting one day the ceramic one, 2 on Chrono 24, in the USA and in Japan, while there are quite a few FC divers, this one is nice also, I like the blue on the dial in fact and also like PVD watches, well they say PVD but I guess it's DLC, if it's PVD no way as it scratches easily, it's not too expensive also, but I guess it needs to be seen in real, here's a few not very good pics, what do you think? I prefer the ceramic diver but by the time I have the funds for one it will probably be impossible to get one 3284743d_xxl.jpg3280368b_xxl.jpg

Friends of TRF. Pick my next AP
So the steel 44 is gone... I went in looking for a steel but ended up choosing between two other carbons.. its a crappy pic but friends of trf which should I get? Trulli or ginza...Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

Which of these would you suggest? My first PP and second watch.
Hey guys.I hope everything is having/has had a great day.New on this Forum, and actually I must say I am so glad to have found this place.Just to help you give me your opinion.I am 25 years old. It's very hot where I live most of the year, and I am wearing shorts very often.I do wear jeans/pants and a shirt every now and then, but barely ever suit up.Bought my first real watch, a rolex BLNR a few months ago, and I absolutely love it. It works for all occasions, and can be dressed up or down. Also a great beater, and basically an amazing watch all around. It will continue to be my work watch.Looking into Patek to commemorate a recent promotion, and I have been looking closely at both the 5711 or the 5167.I like both a lot, and am having a hard time in deciding which to purchase.I do like my watch to stand out a little bit, it makes me feel special.The PCL's in the Rolex are something I love a lot.Gold is out of the question as I am not a fan. What would you suggest?I really appreciate e

Bye (For Now?)
I traded the last of my Rolexes today, towards the grail I have posted about so many times. Welcome the Nautilus!ImageUploadedByTapatalk1359609891.658549.jpgBut somehow, I know I'll be back. Thanks to all who helped me decide. I actually had the 5711 in mind, but found this. I love it for all the reasons most do not like it-not a traditional looking Patek. The weirder the better in my book. Heck, just look at my favorite Rolex (now sold): the 1630 automatic in the quartz case!Thanks again, I'm sure I'll keep lurking and get drawn back in (Platty Pres lookin' mighty fine in that ice blue!)Cheers!