New Magrette Chronographs: The Moana Pacific Chrono PVD and the Regattare Chrono
Magrette just announced the release of two chronographs to their line of watches. If you are unfamiliar with the brand, I recommend checking out Blake's review of the Magrette Regattare 2011 for a primer. But basically, they are a New Zealand based watch company that makes a mix of cushion-bodied watches ranging in price from a few hundred to a few thousand dollars. Their new chronograph models continue the sport and racing aesthetic of their watches, add in an interesting movement, and manage to maintain an attractive price point.The two models are the Moana Pacific Chronograph PVD and the Regattare Chronograph. They are very similar watches, but have some distinct aesthetic differences. Both are built on the same 44mm cushion body, but the Moana has a black PVD treatment, while the Regattare is stainless. They have very similar dials, the primary difference being that the Regattare has a Tachymeter index on the outer edge, while the Moana has a minute index. Both utilize the styling

Introducing: The TAG Heuer Carrera Heuer-02T, The Most Affordable Swiss-Made Tourbillon Chronograph (Ever)
Since his self-appointment at the head of TAG Heuer, Jean-Claude Biver has been adamant about the brand’s position in the market: it should be the gateway brand into the world of luxury watchmaking. A year later, the company launched the watch that would help him achieve his goal. The Carrera Heuer-01 would be to TAG Heuer what the Big Bang had been to Hublot: a modern flagship, made with contemporary materials, capable of housing any and all complications. Already, TAG Heuer is showing the versatility of its new pillar. A few months after the release of its new chronograph, TAG has announced plans to release a tourbillon chronograph that borrows the case design of the Carrera Heuer-01. And the big news is its incredible price point. At $15,950, the Carrera Heuer-02T is, quite simply, the most affordable Swiss-made tourbillon chronograph available on the market. 1 OF 4 In fact, it is roughly ten times cheaper than the similarly made Bell & Ross BR-X1 Chro

Just added this to my collection
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Patek Philippe 5196R vs Breguet Classique 7147 rose ��grand feu��
Hello. I am looking for a dress watch, and have come down to two models. The Calatrava 5196R and the Breguet Classique 7147 grand feu in rose gold. This is a watch that i will wear with a suit and more casual wear aswell. What do you guys think? I really love them both, and it is getting really difficult to decide.

Advice re repair info please
I would appreciate a little advice please. Be much appreciated. We're in the UK, in Edinburgh Scotland.I bought a 116201 oyster bimetal rose gold white roman dial (used) from a reputable Rolex offical outlet a couple of years ago. I gave it to my father as a present. He dropped it and it stopped working so he took it into said retailer.We assumed (and I believe he was told) it was sent to Rolex. Had an email today (from the retailer) with no info from Rolex but advising new glass and crown as well as a service. We were not aware either of those were damaged. The email says The Rolex watch you left with us has been professionally examined by head watch technicians then goes on to say Rolex have advised the replacement parts.I have asked them to forward info from Rolex which has so far been met with silence. I feel as though they are pushing the additions which might be unnecessary. Should we be given info from Rolex and/or can we contact Rolex to discuss the work? You can imagine for ex