BASELWORLD 2011 - New Model - Patek Philippe 4897 R
(Info and images - Patek Philippe SA)4897R-010Ladies' CalatravaDescriptionAs a classic expression of feminine elegance, the ultra-thin Calatrava Reference 4897 unites a precious mechanical heart with a refined rose gold case and a delicately guilloched and lacquered dial in a new cream hue. Framed by a diamond-set bezel, the watch is worn with an elegant satin strap in pearly white.Technical dataWatch: * Caliber 215 * Mechanical manually wound movement * Bezel set with 72 diamonds (~0.47 ct) * Cream-colored guilloched dial, powdered gold hour markers * Pearly white brushed satin strap * Prong buckle * Sapphire-crystal case back * Water resistant to 30 m * Rose gold * Case diameter: 33 mmCaliber: * Overall diameter: 21.9 mm * Height: 2.55 mm * 18 jewels, 5 bridges * Balance: Gyromax * Vibrations per hour: 28'800 * Power reserve: 44 h max. * Number of parts: 130

Ap royal oak hk
Can anybody advise on buying a rubber or leather strap in Hong Kong??The one came with was too big need a small. ThanksIMG_4629.JPG

Speedy Pro Ref. 3570 Best-fit Rate
I'm just curious, since this is my first Manual Wind piece, is +13.6s/day normal for a Speedmaster Professional Moonwatch Ref. 3570.50.00? Ever since, I've noticed that this piece has been running quite fast, compared to my Rolex pieces, both within COSC standards.

Question for RG owners
I am in search of my next Patek. I am considering adding a RG piece to add variety to my small collection (specifically the 5980r and 5205r w/black face). So,do your RG pieces attract attention? Do you notice people noticing your watch? Do they make comments on it? Thanks.

Where to begin with Rolex? Or Total Noob needs help..
In a jewelry store this weekend to replace wedding rings (both of which have gone MIA at various times in the past year; thankfully we found her engagement ring. How I found it is a story about pizza...) for me and Mrs emd; going to be a surprise birthday present for her.Anyway, this store had a fair amount of Rolexes in the case and they arrested the eye.It occurred to me that I've reached a place in my life where I could slap down the plastic and walk with one and not be pinched paying the bill so you can say the bug to have a nice watch or two has bit me. It also occurred to me that having a pair of great watches would mean each son would get Dad's watch when I pass on so that's pretty attractive as well.This store in question isn't listed as an authorized dealer on Rolex's web site and I've found other stores that have pre-owned Rolexes as well, but ADs seem to be thin on the ground here in central and SE Virginia. This fact has me in a bit of a pickle since it seems like asking fo