HourTime Show Watch Podcast Episode 133 - A Quintet of Time
How is it that we can love one unreasonably priced expensive watch while feeling something totally different for another? The unique emotions behind desiring the unnecessary comes into play as we discuss the HYT H2 watch as well as the Breva Genie 01. We also take a close look at the reader response to our recent Rolex Submariner watch review, as well as the pretty cool Antoine Martin Slow Runner and the Basis fitness watch.Listen to episode 133 of the HourTime show watch podcast here. Download the mp3.

Athaya Vintage AV002 Lamafa Review
As the weather gets warmer, the presence of the ever popular dive watch seems to balloon exponentially. Of course, it could only be a question of visibility, as people transition to short sleeves and tank-tops and outdoor activities. The essential accessory for that warm weather, sporty look often reliably rests on the wrist with a watch that looks good and functions in and out of the pool or the ocean. With so many falling into what is affectionately called the "beater" category, it seems easy to find a satisfying look with which it isn't too difficult to part if it drops off your boat into the Sound or winds up under a dumbbell at the gym.On the higher end of the spectrum dwell watches such as the familiar Rolex Submariner and Omega Seamaster, followed on various price tiers by brands such as Squale and Zodiac, and most visibly with the classic line of Seiko divers. Inspired by the latter, a small, upstart manufacturer known as Athaya Vintage, based in Jakarta, Indonesia, has release

Hacking feature on a Patek
After reading through the forums it appears that several Patek models can't be hacked. (The second hand doesn't stop completely when the crown is fully pulled out.) So here is my question:What Patek models (if any) have the ability to hack?Thanks in advance.

685/687
Also in the OP boutique today were the 685 and 687. Beautifully finished pieces with some great attention to detail. I love the engraving on the bezels. They're not my bag but I prefer the 687 out of the two; I really don't know how to describe that dial but I couldn't stop staring at it. Someone's gonna be very happy with either

Milestone: today 21 years ago....
21 years ago today, I got my first Rolex: a 1500 as a gift from my parents for my 21st birthday. As I turned 42 today, I just realized that a Rolex has now officially accompanied me half my life Every Rolex tells a story so here we go: my Rolex journey so far……The 1500 Date from 1971 which I got in 1997 is my first and still my favorite. Black matte dial, stainless steel, oyster bracelet and with 34mm well proportioned. In 2006 I got married and treated myself to a brand new Sub:After a looooong search, 2007 brought me my birth year 1601 of 1976 (with papers)In 2016 I turned 40 and it was time for some gold: again 1976 and with papers :A lot has happened in 21 years: started a wonderful family, enjoyed many nice holidays (Disneyworld rules!) and on every occasion a Rolex accompanied me on my wrist. Needless to say this makes me a very happy and fortunate person :-)Just wanted to share this milestone with you all!