The Road To Basel Episode 7: The Rigorously Simple Watches Of Ochs Und Junior
Ochs Und Junior just might be the coolest watch company in the world. You probably haven't heard of them, unless you're a regular reader of HODINKEE or some other like-minded publication. You see, they don't have any brand ambassadors or marketing budget at all. They don't have any retailers, anywhere. All Ochs Und Junior watches are sold directly through the Oxloft, a converted workspace, gallery, and boutique in downtown Lucerne. Their watches aren't even marked with the brand's name. What Ochs Und Junior does have though is one of the cleanest design structures of any line of watches, a brilliant watchmaker as a co-founder, and one of the most compelling brands around. 1 OF 10 Ochs Und Junior was founded in 2006 as an outlet for the horological concepts of Ludwig Oechslin. Oechslin is a Doctor of Theoretical Physics and qualified mathematician, astronomer, archaeologist, and master watchmaker.  He was behind some of Ulysse Nardin's most

DILEMMAS! ROO SS Panda vs Rolex Yachtmaster ll
Hi everyone, I have a few questions for you AP folks. I have been recently pursuing my first AP and am a little confused. I love the look of the ROO panda mainly for the white face. I would like the 44mm version but not sure about the reference number. What is the Novelty model? Is it a new variation of the 44mm? Secondly, I have been in hot pursuit of the YMll for some time, again because I would like to add something different with a white face and the AP just became another option. I love both but am stumped, I know the ROO panda 44 come with a rubber strap, can I get a SS bracelet, or can I order a leather strap? Should I just stick with another Rolex? If I can get some clarification of the ROO that I like, model etc so I can focus on it? Can I buy straps for it? Thanks everyone

New Member sharing pics - Rolex Sub + Omega
Hello Everyone,I'm a new member on this forum and this is my first post. I have owned a submariner for the past four years and have enjoyed every moment with it. Apart from being such a classic it was MY first Rolex and will always have a special place in my heart. The first Rolex I ever bought was for my wife - a TT rose gold lady datejust. I fell in love with watches many many years ago. My first love was the Omega Seamaster which was out of my reach. As time progressed I graduated (in my thoughts) to the Submariner but thought I would buy the Planet Ocean as I knew that I would never be able to afford a Submariner. I remember the countless times I entered the showroom, tried the watch and leave without buying one. Anyways fast forward a few years I was able to buy two rolexes, first for my wife and second for myself. After the Submariner my desire for the Planet Ocean died but the Speedmaster entered my wish list. I wanted one on the leather strap as I didn't like the bracelet on th

First time Patek owner-to-be
I am planning to buy a Patek watch for my birthday. Would the Geneva salon be the best place to see a wide variety of models? Or is there another location which has a wider selection? I visited the Tiffany store in NYC and was not impressed with the models they had. I want to see various Calatrava, Gondolo and Annual Calender models.Thanks.

Re: Rolex Accuracy - Damn Right!
Hi gang; Before I start let me say: I've been off the forum for a few years. Recently I've rejoined and I'm delighted to find this is still the best discussion group on the internet. Smart, classy and frequently witty posts are a commodity that never gets old. I'm proud to be a member. Anyway......Rolex has been refining their watches more or less continuously. Sometimes there are very noticeable changes like new cases, expanding the dial choices and even desirable bracelet upgrades. But I gotta' say the latest, and greatest movement upgrades are really impressive to me.My new Datejust, which I purchased about 8 weeks ago, has run *dead accurate* since day 1. Yes, it was adjusted for DST but the watch runs about -2 / +2 per day so minutes remain locked to the atomic clock. (My reference)I've owned 4 Rolex watches over 27 years and none have performed at this high level of perfection. In fact I always expect some 'slew' in a mechancal watch - it's the nature of the beast. But, wow this