Teenage Grandpa Watch Straps Review & Interview
They say that the first step in treating an addiction is admitting you're addicted, so here goes. I am addicted to watch straps. At any one time, I likely have roughly three watches in rotation but will constantly switch between 5-10 different straps. If a watch doesn't look perfect on its included bracelet, I will start hunting for that perfect strap, or three, and then I'll add a NATO style strap. Much like a new pair of shoes can add some punch to a good outfit, a strap is a great way to make a watch feel new again. While I cannot afford to be constantly buying watches, there is seldom a time that I am not impatiently awaiting a strap to be delivered in the mail.The internet has allowed for a rapid expansion in custom strap making by connecting end buyers with manufactures who make a small number of straps, often to a buyer's specific tastes. When I first got into this game, the de facto strap choice for a sport watch (without breaking the bank) was a Hirsch Liberty or possibly a Di

Van Ree Chrono DNA Watch
When I first wrote about Van Ree watches they had a cool concept and a vintage style design. With their second timepiece, Van Ree of Holland offers a more contemporary design to go with their unique concept. The DNA part of the watch name is not just a cool sounding buzzword, these watches actually do have something to do with DNA, your DNA.The new model for Van Ree is this cool looking Chrono DNA. The first model was called the Personal DNA, and this one has the DNA of a chronograph? Not sure what that is about. If you click on the link above you can read all about the Personal DNA. Van Ree collects your DNA, and then uses parts of the genetic code on the watch itself. There is an imprint of the sequence on the rotor, and in acid base form on the periphery the back of the watch. For the Chrono DNA, I think things have been simplified. The graphics around the dial (as well as engraved into the automatic rotor) are meant to resemble the look of a? graphical DNA sequence. Not actually su

Audemars Piguet Royal Oak Automatique Tourbillon
It really doesn't get any better and more rare than this..watchcollectinglifestyle....-18k-rose-gold

Trade advice : Do or Do Not
I am really on the fence regarding a trade. I would need to get rid of 4 of my watches to get this one, its a PP Nautilus 5712R.I would need to trade :AP safariHulkDaytonaBLNRI love the Nautilus but am screwed trying to justify getting rid of 4 pieces for 1. I haven't been able to grasp the reality of that. I need help!Let me know what you all think.

New Arrival - Christmas Came Early
Pulled the trigger on a 116520 yesterday. Went back/forth between the 116520 or the DaytonaC and finally settled on this one. Both great watches but I fell in love with this watch several years ago and told myself I'd buy it if my financial situation allowed it. That day finally came and am thrilled to own this piece.This Daytona now joins my collection of 14060, 16710, and 1016.