JCK 2015: Ball Watch Engineer II Volcano Features New Antimagnetic Case
In 2014, Ball Watch broke new ground in antimagnetic watch technology with the introduction of its Engineer II Magneto S, a watch that featured an inner shield, made of a patented alloy called “mumetal,” which protected its mechanical movement from the adverse effects of magnetic fields. This year, the company takes the concept a step further with the Engineer II Volcano, which boasts an entire case made of antimagnetic mumetal. I got my first look at the watch this week at the JCK watch and jewelry fair in Las Vegas.Why “Volcano?” Because, the company says, volcanoes are among the most ideal environments for exploration and research into antimagnetic technologies because of their natural links to strong magnetic fields; volcanoes inspired Ball Watch’s researchers to further develop the magnetism-resistant mumetal alloy beyond its initial usage, as a protective inner “diaphragm” surrounding the movement, and incorporating it into the components

Konstantin Chaykin Genius Temporis Single Hand Watch With A Twist
This is Russian watchmaker Konstantin Chaykin's latest timepiece, and they call it the Genius Temporis, which roughly translates from Latin to "the spirit of our time." That, however, doesn't particularly explain the functionality of this 16th century-style timepiece. What you have is the simple elegance of a single-handed watch with the ability to also know the minutes (on demand) when the wearer chooses.Single-handed watches are not particularly common, but they are popular among certain watch lovers. Long ago, it used to be that pocket watches only had one hand. That was mainly because they were simply not accurate enough to even display the minutes. There was a time when being accurate to 30 minutes a day was pretty good. The inclusion of a minute hand a few hundred years ago was a big deal, and really ushered in the era of modern timekeeping. Today, single-handed watches are less about considering the past, and more about the unique way you can conceive the day through the way tha

Should I trade?
I have a Rolex gold GMT C 116718 and I'm beginning to lust after the RO Chronograph 26331ST the panda dial. I know I will lose the flashiness of the gold piece that I kind of enjoy but the RO might be more practical. I have a wonderful Panerai, SubC, and a VC Overseas Chrono. What do you think?

AP ROO scratch Magnet
Hi All, Are you guys extra cautious with your ROO, the bezel that is most vulnerable .

If the Gods of Patek (aka Mr Stern) read this... I dream...of...!!!
Ok i'm crazy but who knows??Mr Wonderful Stern...I've been dreaming of this watch since its presentation for the 175th. The 5575GI'm not a big collector (meaning i don't have the means yet to spend hundred of thousands on my daily desires, aka the 5970s/5270s, the 5204s, the 5370 etc)I don't have the willing, or the means, to pay double its price on chrono24.My collection is composed of only rolex (sub, daytona and iwc galapagos).But i still dream of looking everyday into this chilling moon.I still dream of which city i'll think of visiting when reading the worldtimer cities.And i still dream of those little stars that are sparkling and would make me feel a little star in the Patek universe too.i'll also tell you why acquiring THIS amazing worldtimer has a meaning to me.I'm even ready to knock on your office door to express my love to the Patek brand! I'm going to be 40 in a few weeks and I wanna reach this milestone with this incredible watch.After praying to the Gods of Patek, aka, M