Hands-On: With The Baume & Mercier Clifton Chronograph (Live Pics & Pricing)
Live from SIHH 2014 we gave you a look at one of the new complications introduced into the Baume & Mercier Clifton collection, the Clifton Retrograde Date Automatic. Baume & Mercier also added a chronograph to the mix. It's a simple three-register chrono with day and date indicators and relatively conservative styling. The details are executed nicely and coming in at under $4,000 it offers a pretty nice complete package at a reasonable price.When Baume & Mercier launched the Clifton collection this time last year, the initial offerings included time-only, GMT, and complete calendar models. They all shared 1950s-style Arabic numerals mixed with teardrop-shaped batons on the dials, simple but robust case shapes, and quality (if not particularly unique) movements. Aside from the case sizes being a little larger than we'd like ideally (41-43mm), these are modern watches that really appeal to someone who likes a vintage aesthetic. 2 OF 13 The Clifton Chrono

Chuck Maddox passed away
Dear friends,I only found out a few minutes ago, while visiting over at TZ...Oh what sad news... dear Chuck Maddox, amongst many many many things a source of endless inspiration, has passed away...Sincerest condolences to his family and his friends...There are many fellow readers (here and elsewhere) who knew him far better, but - lacking better words while still in shock - I hope I'll be forgiven if I repeat my simple and sad note I just posted over at TZ, as better words don't seem to come to me right now...Chuck, everything I came to know about this wonderful hobby I owe to you! It was through your restless and wonderful work that the world of this hobby came alive at first and then opened up to me! Through your articles and the few email exchanges shared, my own curiosity was pushed to the limits. So, dear Chuck, it is with a heavy heart that I am now left with nothing else but a most heartfelt THANK YOU!!!!A THANK YOU that goes beyond anything I can put into words right now...Rest

5396 purchase in dubai - wise move?
Hello all, - just joined the forum having Bought my new Rolex Sub date a couple of months ago in Malta from the AD there, I'm very happy with it, but now decided a dress up watch is needed- I guess this is how the watch bug starts ..!)Visited a PP Dealer in Dubai with the intention of looking only at a Calatrava, but was blown clean away with a Annual calendar 5036G-11.Anyone consider it too complicated for a dress watch ?It would clearly be significant investment and hopefully as a thing of true beauty the watch will be a keeper: so does anyone here have any Dubai buying experience or sage advice? This dealer is in the main Mall in Dubai and not in an airport outlet.SteveMalta

PAM00723 Luminor Marina with SS bracelet?
I want a Panerai, but really rather have a bracelet instead of strap. Can any Panerai be retrofitted with a bracelet? I was considering the 44mm 00723 Luminor Marina which comes with a SS bracelet. Any thought on this watch? Thanks!

Gmt 7836 / 78360 strap required
Hi im looking for a strap for my GMT 1675 can anyone help!