John Mayer On Watches: My Thoughts On The Bell & Ross BR126 Chronograph, By John Mayer
This past November I had the rare opportunity to sit on the jury of the Grand Prix d'Horlogerie de Genève. For one day, myself and 22 other far-more-qualified watch lovers closely examined 71 watches in 14 categories, spanning the entire world of watchmaking from the $3,100 non-complication Tudor Black Bay to a woman’s tourbillion made by Bovet that retails for over $200,000. Of all the watches that I saw, one that really stood out to me was the Bell & Ross BR126 Sport Heritage Chronograph. An entry in the Sport Watch category, The Sport Heritage Chronograph didn’t take home an award at the ceremony, but it left a lasting impression on me for holding its own against all the other watches in the running. 2 OF 20 A Closer Look At The Bell & Ross BR 126 Sport Heritage Chronograph Here’s one thing I’ve learned in my years as both an artist and a watch collector: great design costs the same to produce as bad design. It just takes

Incoming - RG 44mm
Had my eye on this all summer and after Brexit made things tougher for us Brits I finally landed my dream AP. The RG 44 is a truly magnificent piece, muscularly beautiful and dynamic. In fact it has so many visual delights that I did something I haven't done in 20 years, I missed my tube/train stop.It actually wears a bit smaller than I remembered and while it is a big watch, its lugs fall just within my 6.8 inch wrists and feels fine.Big thanks to Alex and his epic and inspirational 44 thread.

My darling son with his favourite / my watch
Well we have all seen the advertisements but today I had to laughMy son is six and loves my watchesToday I told him that I bought something special home and did he want to have a look.He immediately said yes.I pulled out my 5131 and his eyes opened and with a cheeky smile he says 'that's my favourite can I have it when I grow up'To which I said 'yes of course'He followed up by recanting why the watch is so special (he is definitely my son)Anyway my story may have been lost in translation and I apologise for the crappy photo but I was very pleased that one day this watch will be going to a good home...

New Watch, my first Patek!
Picked this guy up today, 5980 blue dial--my first Patek! I wanted something with a metal bracelet for my first Patek because I don't like wearing leather on a daily basis especially in the summer, and i've always been drawn to the Nautilus and especially the 5980. The fit and finish of this watch is outstanding, and I just love the blue dial and the way it seems to change colour in different light. I think the dial has a really clean look for a chrono and i'm glad to be able to add it to my collection! The only negative things I can say so far is the clasp seems a little 90s, and the rotor makes a little noise when it turns almost like a faint ratcheting sound. Not a big deal I guess, I think i've just been spoiled by the silent Rolex rotors. I asked the dealer about it and he said it was normal and i've also read that it's fairly common for the 5980 online as well. Anyways here is the customary wrist shot! Glad to finally be part of the Patek club! And from the drive home fro

Which WG Daytona do you like better?
Seriously contemplating throwing down for a wg Daytona. Red/black or panda dial? Which do you prefer?