Corum Bubble Watch Is Back For 2015
It is really about time Corum returned the popular Bubble watch - a timepiece collection that originally came out in the year 2000 and served a major modern role in the brand's history. Eventually, the Corum Bubble watch collection was discontinued, probably because Corum started to go a bit nuts with some silly limited edition models - that, looking back today, are pretty darn cool. You may recall back in 2008, when watches-dealer featured a collection of limited edition Corum Bubble watches that were extremely fitting for Halloween. For Baselworld 2015, the Corum Bubble is back, and I finally have reason to pay attention to the brand again.I recall a few years ago meeting with Corum at Baselworld and inquiring about the Bubble and whether we might see one again. Someone sneered at me remarking that "we don't think that is right for the brand anymore. We've moved past that." "Ok..." is all I could respond with, and we moved on to seeing more new variations of the Admirals Cup and Gold

Rubber Strap or SS Mesh on OceanRacer Dive Pro2?
What do you prefer- rubber strap or stainless steel mesh on an Ocean Racer Pro2 deployment clasp?Rich

SMP & PO review. Not a vs. review
I was on another forum where someone asked if he should get a PO and SMP. I wrote a review about it as I am fortunate enough to have both. I thought I'd post it here too.Watched uses are the SMP 2541 Quartz and PO 42mm Co-Axial.WEAR/STYLINGSMP:The SMP wears a lot thinner then the PO. This makes the SMP a fantastic watch for dressier occasions. I have never had any problems with fitting the SMP under a shirt cuff. Size wise they are about he same diameter. Although it makes a good formal watch, it is also suited for causal and even down right beach wear. Omega got it correct with the styling here. The wave dial give is a fantastic look depending on how the light hits it. It looks like a true divers watch.PO:The PO has more wrist presence for sure. It is thicker then the SMP. I wear it to work. My job is semi-casual so I wear a shirt but dont have the cuffs buttoned up. It sits higher on the wrist but not overly high. It wears more smart-causal to casual and outdoor activity then formal.

Patek Philippe Purchase Advice
Hello everyone,I'm looking to purchase my first Patek. I'm leaning toward Platinum ones because I actually have other kinds of watches and want a change. I'm not too strict about it though. My budget is around $100k.I've tried 5496p sometime ago and liked it very much. I've seen 5550p which is a limited edition which makes it even more special, also seems nice.Any additions to these?Thank you!Salih

Why are platinum Rolex watches more expensive than gold ones when platinum is cheaper
As of October 23 2017, gold is $1,282 an ounce while platinum is only $927.Yet platinum Daydate 40's seem to be about $10,000 more expensive than the gold models.