Patek Philippe and Rolex Highlight Antiquorum’s November 13 Geneva Auction
The Mandarin Oriental Hotel in Geneva will host Antiquorum’s “Important Modern & Vintage Timepieces” auction on November 13. The highlights include a recently discovered Patek Philippe quarter and special type five-minute repeating 24-hours in one revolution pocket watch and a Patek Philippe ref. 1518 in yellow gold. In all, 603 exceptional modern and vintage timepieces will be offered. Find details inside. The recently discovered Patek Philippe pocket watch was originally sold to Monsieur E. Hoesch, Villa Barbaia, Mergellina, Naples, on November 27, 1894 for 3750 Swiss Francs. It is a highly important 18K pink gold, keyless pocket watch with perpetual calendar, chronograph, moon phases, and lunar calendar accompanied by the original certificate of origin and Patek Philippe sales receipt. This piece is estimated at SFr. 200,000 to 300,000.Also included in the sale is the Patek Philippe, ref. 1518, 1st Series. Made in 1948, it is an extremely rare 18K yellow gold g

Ernest Borel Launches iPhone App
Ernest Borel has launched a free iPhone app for watch aficionados as well as individuals interested in obtaining more information about the brand’s heritage and current model line-up. The app also contains information about the brand’s marketing activities and ambassadors. The application opens to show a model from the Borel Chrono Collection displaying the current time and date. The user can choose to access information in either English or Chinese.The app allows the user to view the current Collections including detailed specifications, a zoom option, as well as “try” and “share by e-mail” features.In The Brand section, users find background information on the company as well as access to video footage with further information on the brand’s history and a few behind-the-scenes looks at the new manufacturing plant located in Le Noirmont, Switzerland.In the frequently updated News section, music videos, new model introductions, and other

Grail Acquired!
26326STJust thought I'd share my recent catch, the Royal Oak Chronograph Tribute to Italy. Although I liked it on the rubber strap, my plan all along was to buy a bracelet for it, because, well, Royal Oak!That Panda goodnessSomehow I didn't take a distance shot with the rubber, but here is a closeup. To me this dial is a little like the Paul Newman of ROCs.

ROO Grand Prix RG cost of new bezel
Anyone know what it is please?TIA.Roger

What is the ETA on the new PO w/ Cal 8500?
Thanks!