My First Grail Watch: Michele Sofisti Of Gucci Watches, Girard-Perregaux, And JEANRICHARD
Welcome back to the original watches-dealer feature, "My First Grail Watch." In this series, we ask prominent people in the watch industry about the first timepiece that they lusted after. Today, we're speaking with Michele Sofisti, who has been in the watch industry since the mid-90s, and has be at the helm of a number of luxury watch brands which as of today includes running Gucci Watches, Girard-Perregaux, and JEANRICHARD. Yes, that is a lot. With his grail watch, I think many will find it refreshing that it was a timepiece that many aspire to, or perhaps even have already acquired - and certainly a common one in the grail watch series. What I think is most unique here is that Mr. Sofisti eventually ended up working as CEO of the brand who made his first grail - nice bit of synchronicity there!watches-dealer (ABTW): Who are you, and what is your relationship to the watch industry?Michele Sofisti (MS): I'm CEO of Sowind Group, as well as CEO of Gucci watches and jewellery. I entered

Pebble Steel Smartwatch Debuts With Mainstream In Mind
From plastic to metal, the Pebble smartwatch grows up with the new "Pebble Steel" for 2014. Is the public ready to start wearing smartwatches? The industry feels that 2014 may just be the right time and more fashionable designs in the traditionally ho-hum-looking nerd watch department are going to start being released. Today, at the International CES in Las Vegas, Pebble announced version 2 of the Pebble smartwatch, aptly named Pebble Steel - will it "steal" the show? In addition to an upgraded design, Pebble flaunts its apps and range of upcoming features.Pebble Steel appears positioned to answer the question, "Could you wear a smartwatch in a business or casual setting?" Because, let's face it, until now you couldn't wear a smartwatch on a date (well most dates). Using more expensive materials and a dressier appearance than the original, that answer is starting to look like "yes" (maybe). The Pebble Steel will come with two finishes including a brushed stainless and black matte case.

New ROO Navy on Bracelet or Black Rubber?
Good afternoon, I was curious whether anyone has any pics of the new ROO Navy on a bracelet and/or a black rubber strap? Don't get me wrong, I like the blue rubber strap but I don't know if I would want to wear it like that all the time. I'm thinking a bracelet and black rubber would make nice options.

QUESTION: Does Rolex Make Leather Bands
Hi!My boyfriend invested in his first rolex (An Explorer) last year. He purchased it from Bob's and it has a plastic black band. His 30th birthday is coming up in a few months and I want to get him something that will last him a long time.Currently I cannot afford to get him a stainless steel band for his rolex, but I was thinking of getting him a nice black leather band. Does Rolex sell their brand black leather bands? If so, is there a place that anyone suggests getting it from?I was having some difficulty trying to find out the answer to that question myself. I see a lot of bands that are not rolex that say they fit rolex's. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated.Hoping to make his 30th birthday really special!

Summer casual... white dial... which would you pick?
Simple poll ....Which white dial do you prefer?Assuming it’s part of a collection with ....No white dials currentlySize not being an issue Dress and sport already coveredPrice not a factor