Seiko Prospex SRP777 / 775 Review
Late last year, we ran an article about Seiko's expected reissue of the 6309-7040��a beloved dive watch the brand produced throughout the 70s and 80s. That article garnered a lot of interest from our readers and online watchdom in general, and for good reason. The 6309 is undeniably a great watch��one of my personal favorites from Seiko's historical catalogue��and amongst Seiko diehards it remains a must-have. As far as vintage divers are concerned, they're also relatively affordable and offer great bang-for-your-buck value.The 6309 was manufactured by Seiko for approximately 12 years��from 1976 to 1988��so one could argue that they're not rare watches. And for a long time, that was certainly true. Finding a well-priced original 6309 was no challenge, but in recent years that has become less of a reality. There are a lot of Franken-6309s floating around on Ebay and on forums with aftermarket parts��some of them good, and some not so good��and NOS replacement parts like handsets and bezel inse

Bring a Loupe: An Early Look At The Christie's May 2016 Auction, Featuring Some Masterpieces Fro
As we at HODINKEE like to do, I am thrilled to give you an early look at some of the highlights from the May 2016 auction season – here with a focus on our friends at Christie's. We already know that cross-town rival Phillips has a special, stainless-steel chronographs sale planned for the weekend of May 14th in Geneva, but that doesn't mean Christie's isn't going down without a fight. In fact, based on what you'll see here, it's fair to say we are in for an absolutely incredible weekend of watch sales. Let's get down to it. The Earliest Patek Philippe 530 Oversized Chronograph In Steel, With A Sector Dial 1 OF 12 This 530 Steel is the earliest known example, dating back to 1938. Okay, we'll start with the most exciting watch to me. This thing is downright insanity, a true grail watch for me personally. What you're looking at is a reference 530 – the oversized Patek chronograph from the vintage era – consid

Thoughts on the 2015 ROC 41mm Two tone
Hi guys,I happened to try on the new 41mm ROC two tone (Ref15400SR.OO.1220SR.01), at an AD today and thought it looks quite cool on the wrist. Sad thing, as I have just realized, is that I did not take any wrist shots.Would like to know what you guys think of this recently released model.(Here is a pic If found on the net)Thanks,Abner

The AP Effect
This is such an interesting and unique brand. Not sure how the general WIS public feels, but AP didn't catch my eye to begin with. It took some time. And I'm a person that generally sees what I like immediately. Now I'm smitten by several models, namely the Diver and 15300. Damn...

How does the daytona (116520) wear compared to a 5 digit GMT (16710)?
Looking for input as I'm getting ready to pull the trigger on a ss daytona (116520) but have not been able to find one to try on locally.I find the fit of the 5 digit GMT perfect - but previously had the 6 digit SUB and found it more top heavy / bulkier then I expected that led me to sell the watch.Any input on how the daytona compares to the GMT for everyday comfort / wear? Weight and size wise (on paper), the two watches appear very similar - so I would expect the fit to be about the same?