SIHH Preview: A. Lange & S?hne Datograph Up/Down
Many collectors consider A. Lange & S?hne's Datograph a must-have timepiece. This newest version, with several enhancements, demonstrates that Lange's engineers can improve on an already-excellent design. The new model features a 41mm platinum case, an extended 60-hour power reserve, a power-reserve indicator, and a proprietary oscillation system. Find wallpaper images inside. When it debuted in 1999, the Datograph was a sensation. The functions, aesthetics, and perhaps above all the movement, generated excitement the world over. A high-resolution image of its caliber L951.1 became desktop wallpaper for collectors wherever the internet reached. The dial, with its instantly-recognizable outsize date and the two bright subsidiary dials, assured legibility and signaled the owner’s appreciation for fine watchmaking. The new Datograph Up/Down embodies these features as well. What meets the eye first is the larger case. The new 41 millimeter size provides added prominence on the

Preview: Christie’s Important Watches Geneva
On November 15 at the Four Seasons Hotel des Bergues, Geneva, Christie’s will present 387 lots, including “A Connoisseur's Vision Part III”, which together with Parts I and II, represent the most important private Patek Philippe collection ever offered at auction, and the most expensive collection ever sold. The star of this sale is an exceptionally rare 18K pink-gold, two-crown worldtime wristwatch, ref. 2523, with 24 hour indication and blue enamel dial by Patek Philippe. Manufactured in 1953, Lot 114 was originally retailed in Milan in 1957, as confirmed by the accompanying Extract from the Archives. This is the 35.5mm “large version” of the reference, and only 14 examples are known to have come to auction. The estimate is approximately $1.5 million to $2.5 million.Lot 234 is an 18K pink gold Patek Philippe perpetual calendar chronograph with moon phases, ref. 2499, manufactured in 1957. This piece has been consigned by the family of the original owner,

15202 new jumbo vs. 15300
would you guys pick 15202 over 15300 since they both have the same size 39mm, but different height?i see many people are talking about 15300, but not many 15202 here.any photos would be great. looking for blue dial.thank you

Breitling for Bentley purple dial?
Does any one have a lead on a purple dial breitling for bentley watch? My father tried one on in Florida and now wants one but seems they are hard to find . Thanks

5235G production number ..
I was visiting the PP Boutique yesterday and next to me a customer with a 5270R asking about his long waiting 5235g since early last year wasn't too happy and he asked the manager how many 5235g already been delivered since the launch, the manager told him he got no idea.I am wondering too... What do you think? My guess are... easily into the thousands??Jen