Vacheron Constantin Offers New 1972 Prestige for Opening of Paris Boutique
On June 23, 1972, at Paris’s Ritz Hotel, the Comit�� de France awarded the rare and coveted Prestige de la France award to Swiss watch manufacture Vacheron Constantin. As the first Swiss watch brand to receive this distinction, Vacheron launched a distinctive, asymmetrical timepiece, now referred to as the 1972. Now, to celebrate the opening of its Paris boutique (located at 2 Rue de la Paix, not far from the Ritz), the brand releases a new version of that famous wristwatch. Like the original 1972 model, the new 1972 Prestige has an asymmetrical case, here made of polished white gold, that follows the proportions of the golden section. (For example, the dimension of the longest side of the case, divided by the length of the sapphire crystal on the opposite side, equals 1.618, the same proportion that appears in some of the world’s greatest architectural icons, such as the Greek Parthenon and Le Corbusier’s Modulor.) Also like the original, it contains an ultra-thin mec

GRAHAM Chronofighter Oversize Diver Watch - Turbo Tech & Deep Black
Because the name of this watch sort of brought it up, I am going to go ahead and once again rally for people to cease over-use of the term "oversize." This term has a very limited use, and refers to things that are actually too big to work. If something is large, but still works, it is by definition not "oversized." Now that I think about it, I think I discussed this complaint starting here. Anyhow, can you hear me watch brands (and anyone else), stop using this term. Not for me, but for the simple respect you should for "words."Anyhow, this is one of Graham's latest refreshes of the Chronofighter Oversize ('grrrrr...') Diver watch. A popular piece in their line up for a while, this new version gets some new colors and a new new subsidiary seconds hand. There are two versions, an all black? "Deep Black" model, and the other one in polished and PVD black steel with orange called the "Turbo Tech." That's right, names fit for a porn (you may or may not want to watch) and a hip new auto me

Pairs Well With: Helson Gauge
The Helson Gauge is a beautiful watch with a distinct look and serious dive capabilities, but as Helson says on their website, it may not be "everybody's cup of tea". ?Modeled after a vintage depth gauge, the Gauge itself is a robust 47 mm in diameter and 22 mm tall, making it one of the larger watches on the market.? But all this size is for a good reason, as it adds to the desired aesthetic of a vintage dive instrument.? The case of the Gauge is titanium with a bronze bezel, and the watch features a vintage domed sapphire crystal.? Inside the case is a 25 Jewel ETA 2824-2 automatic movement.? The watch also features an astounding 3500 M water resistance.? We're huge fans of Helson here at worn&wound and the Gauge is no exception.? Given its size, we thought it may make for an interesting and fun centerpiece for a Pairs Well With.? Included are several items that complement the vintage nautical aesthetic of the Gauge, and some that help the watch shine in a more contemporary?wardr

Royal Oak Offshore Summer Editions
Totally picture rolling with this, wearing shorts and rolled-up shirt sleeves from my iPhone using Tapatalk Pro

RO Offshore Bracelet Question
Just received my bracelet. No half link? Yes, it is a gosh tight. I was wearing my JLC Navy Seals on bracelet before this came and do like the double easy link system that bracelet has for fine adjustment. So am I correct that a half link is a special order item? Any experience in this area would be most appreciated. Oops, posting the pictures I noticed it still has a sticker on. Definitely give the watch a different character.