Urwerk Creates Unique UR-103 Phoenix for Only Watch
Master watchmaker and Urwerk co-founder Felix Baumgartner proudly announces Urwerk’s presence at Only Watch 2011. As an expression of commitment to the Only Watch cause, Urwerk will be auctioning the UR-103 Phoenix, a unique timepiece made of white gold and hand-decorated by master engraver Jean-Vincent Huguenin, one of the most gifted artists in this field. Only Watch is the charity auction to benefit research into Duchenne muscular dystrophy held in Monaco on September 22 under the patronage of HSH Prince Albert II. Fascinated by universal legends, Jean-Vincent did not take long to decide on the theme for this piece. In recognition of all those engaged in the battle to save children from muscular dystrophy, the UR-103 bears the quintessential symbol of resistance and resilience: a phoenix rising from the flames. In our daily lives we all have objects that are slightly talismanic, says watch artist and Urwerk co-founder Martin Frei. We love to have them at our side, in touchin

LAST CHANCE: Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Watch Giveaway
Just a few more days to enter for a chance to win the "extra" January/February watches-dealer giveaway watch. Enter here before midnight Pacific time February 9th, for a chance to win a cool Hamilton Khaki Field Titanium Auto watch with a retail value of $995.Note that due to sponsor guidelines the Hamilton giveaway is open to US participants only. There is also our other February giveaway here for a Traser Red Combat watch.

Milus Limited-Edition Zetios Chronograph Watches For Brazil
 We often see sports stars endorsing watch brands (as ambassadors), or specific models (within advertising). It's something a bit more on the rare side for a brand to create an edition in honor of a specific athlete - but that's exactly what Milus has done.The athlete in question is the footballer Roberto Carlos (wiki), who retired from the sport just last year. Starting with their Zetios Chronograph, Milus has incorporated, in a subtle manner, the colors of the Brazilian flag. And it's a welcome bit of color, set as it is against a carbon fiber dial and 45mm DLC-coated case.Set within the CF dial, you of course have the chronograph and small seconds subdials. The 30-minute chrono and small seconds registers are encircled in yellow, while the 12-hour register features a blue circle; all three sport color-matched hands. Rounding out the accent colors of the flag on the dial, you've got green appearing on the chapter ring to mark out the minutes.Depending on which of the three editi

For those of you Patek lovers, opinion on GS?
So I've put my name down on the list for a 5711. Who knows how long that will take. Anyways, in the meantime I think ill buy either the 44 Ti ROO or the 44 RG. Not totally decided on which yet. Anyways my question is, one of my other loves in the watch world is Grand Seiko. I have owned 7 of them at various stages and currently have 3. How do you all compare Grand Seiko to PP? I know they are pretty different, just wondering what that translates to in the flesh. Also, side note, spring drive is incredible and has spoiled me completely on mechanical movements from an accuracy perspective. A few pics of my faves.

Polishing a Nautilus
Has anyone ever had their 5711 polished - case, bezel and/or bracelet by a PP service centre? What was your experience and how satisfied were you after getting back the watch? Was it good as new or were you able to tell that it was polished? Reason I'm asking is because we all know the 5711 is a scratch magnet and I've been very, very careful while wearing it - sometimes to the point where the fear of scratching it takes away the joy of wearing it. However, if I know that when it does get scratched up but I'll be able to bring the watch back to its original pristine condition - I'll be less paranoid and can really enjoy wearing it.