Greubel Forsey & Philippe Dufour Present Le Garde Temps Naissance d��Une Montre Project
The centuries-old traditions and?know-how in?horology, as awe-inspiring, interesting, and technically unique as they may be, are feared to be soon forgotten, as?the newer generation �C the much needed "fresh blood" �C is hardly motivated to consider taking the long road that leads to them understanding, practicing, and hence, preserving these?invaluable assets. It is with this reason in mind that Greubel Forsey and Philippe Dufour conceived the?Le Garde Temps Naissance d'Une Montre project that was officially launched in 2012?�C?the fruit of an "obsessional desire to research, record, and transmit the techniques involved in traditional handmade watchmaking."Images courtesy of Le Garde TempsWe may as well stop right here for a moment. Stephen Forsey, Robert Greubel, and Philippe Dufour: these three watchmakers surely need no introduction to most hardcore watch enthusiasts out there. The?former two are primarily known for their unique, highly complicated and exceptionally finished creations

Arnold & Son Makes World's Thinnest Tourbillon Watch
This is the UTTE watch by Arnold & Son, and apparently it is the world's thinnest tourbillon. The trend of watches getting ever chunkier year after year seems to live on without disturbance - but the race for the ultimate in finesse and subtle elegance can be just as stirring as well and the manufacture of Arnold & Son is here to prove that point by releasing something to excite those who admire such fine treats of horology. With their ?double-balance?and earlier on with the?inside-out?watches they made it pretty clear that they are everything but?shy when it comes to reaching beyond the strict frontiers of fine watch making. Now, however, they have ventured onto violent waters, proudly possessed by one of the ultra-thin greats: Piaget.Technical extravagance is sometimes easier to achieve than creating something strictly abiding rules and borders - and when one sets himself to the challenge of originating something that's ultra-thin (the thinnest ever, in fact), suddenly those

First AP incoming
My first AP arrived yesterday! Very excited to join the family with this 15202.

Virgin Audemars Piguet unBoxing
Missed Delivery of it before my 1 Week trip to Mexico. I Couldn't wait to get it on my wrist. Landed 4pm, contacted Oscar, met up 7pm. Cant SAY ENOUGH GREAT THINGS about Oscar's (BODYBUMP) service. Enough talking, all pics via iphone 4s (and I dont know why photobucket flattens the pics):Peeled stickers and took out 4 links (2 on each side)A 6.5 wrist can work this beast:It Dwarfs my Patek:Just in time for duty:

White Leather Strap - Ladies Aqua Terra
I want to pick up a leather strap/deployment buckle for a ladies aqua terra (34mm). Not sure if Omega sells these individually? If someone has a model number that would be great. Also, would like to hear about any good aftermarket straps/buckles that people are using.My wife loves the bracelet but a white leather strap will be a nice option for her as well: