IWC Launches New Web Site
IWC has lunched a completely revamped Web site that showcases the full collection of IWC timepieces through detailed photos and interactive elements that let users experience IWC know-how virtually. The site is beautifully designed and incorporates HTML5, so it is fully functional on the iPad and other mobile devices. This technology provides an excellent foundation for continued innovation. Beyond the stunning imagery, the site allows online visitors to enjoy content from IWC's WATCH International magazine.Working with New York-based digital strategy firm Undercurrent, IWC made a deliberate decision to expand the dialogue beyond the horological. To bring this vision to life, IWC worked with San Francisco-based digital agency Odopod, a leader in creating innovative brand platforms.The site allows visitors to explore IWC watches and calibers in-depth. Detailed information and images are also presented on a range of topics including the IWC Museum, IWC partnerships such as that with the

Swatch D'Schwizer Watch Epitomizes Swiss Humor
 For a country so known for conservatism, the Swatch D'Schwizer timepiece is a rare public display of Swiss humor. Page 1 of the 2012 Swatch Group annual investor report is humorously decorated with satirical versions of each of the 26 Swiss cantonal coat of arms (you can see the official Switzerland canton coat of arms list here on Wikipedia). These clever and actually funny satirical images have found themselves on a new limited edition Swatch timepiece called the D'Schwizer.Given the insular nature of Swiss humor, the Swatch D'Schizer is a limited edition (not sure how many pieces) piece exclusively for the Swiss market. Though thanks to the wonder that is the internet, you can probably find them outside of Switzerland as well. Swiss humor has never translated very well for me. They mostly share it among themselves, and us Americans who travel there like to comment on that element of their culture. Though I do find the clever and fun nature of the humor contained in these mock

HD3 Hidalgo XT-2 Watch Available On James List
This watch represents a very rare breed. I believe the HD3 Hidalgo XT-2 (AKA Idalgo XT-2) was introduced in about 2006 and is one of the rarer HD3 models. This fascinating watch is a new relic. Something that might not have seen the light of day if it was introduced as a concept now. What you have is a testament to what happens when high-design meets high-end watchmaking and high-end machinery - on a smaller independent scale. The watch is the brain-child of HD3's designer Jorg Hysek and Fabrice Gonet. This watch came out when it watch makers freely admitted their creations where "crazy."The watch essentially is a "double-wide" version of the HD3 Hidalgo XT-1. They wanted to make a larger watch with more going on. Of course there is a lot of visual similarity between the Hidalgo XT-2 and the MB&F Horological Machine Number 2. Surprising? Not really? Fabrice Gonet is also one of the "friends" at MB&F (Max Busser & Friends). The world of crazy cool high-end timepiece is a sma

Rolex YM RG 116655 40mm Could drop to 14k-15k??? This year???
So as we all know PM's tend to drop in value over time. With that being said the YM RG 116655, is still selling for a high value compared to retail. Would you think the pre-owned prices would be coming down within the next year or two? I believe the 116655 could go to ~15k because #1 it's a strap and more popular models Daytona's/Sub's have decreased MORE over time then where the YM is currently at.If history holds to the YM RG 116655��.the price COULD drop to 14k-15k����.Let me know what you have witnessed over time of PM's and their price trends. Thanks!116655Used/Grey mkt: $18,500-20kRetail $24,950That's only ~ 25% from retail and ~2yr old modelCompared to a Solid gold SubYG Sub 116618 Used/Grey mkt: $21k-22kRetail $34,25035-38% off retailCompared to Daytona on strap:116518/116519Retail: 30,900Used/Grey mkt: $14-15k50% off retail!!!IF the YM drops to Subs range: 35-38% off retail= 15k-16kIF the YM drops to Strap Daytona range: 50% off retail= $12-13k!!

Suggestions on leather band
Hello everyone! I was looking to get a band for my datejust and want to see which brands you guys might recommend or even what color combos would go well with my watch. I'm impartial to the type of band (leather, crocodile, ostrich, etc.). Thanks a bunch!