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Gee - I own a PAM 24 that I bought used for about $4000 almost exactly 7 years ago. I still wear it all the time and even though it's seen some hard use, I wouldn't trade it for any of the watches...

I've always wondered whether the increasing infiltration of computers, transistors and electronics into our daily lives is going to lead to a backlash and make the analog and the mechanical cool. ...

I know (or at least I think I know) that Rolex doesn't release their sales figures, but does anyone have an idea of how many DSSD there are out there. Other than the one on my wrist, I can't recall...

The preference for in-house over ETA sometimes seems to be an effort to bring some level of rationality to what is essentially an irrational purchase. "Yes I paid $5000 for a watch that is less...

I own a DSSD so am probably a bit biased. Still it's got to be the Rolex, particularly if you take VFM out of the equation. Rugged, accurate, wrist presence (at least IMHO), great clasp. And it...

Would make no real difference to me, since I've never bought and never sold off of SC. But then I'm based in U.S. and my sense is that either purchasing from UK based seller or selling to UK buyer...

Yes, a Bulova Accutron given to me by my father in 1973 when I was 14. It hasn't run for about 10 years and I'm not sure it could be repaired, but I wore it every day for nearly 30 years and could...

I agree the Brooklyn Bridge fiasco did some damage to Panerai - particularly since it already had a reputation for putting relatively cheap ETA movements in "fashion" cases and then overcharging for...

Spectacular watch. Spectacular pictures. Even more than a Patek, I've always wanted to own a Lange. Thanks for sharing.

Sometimes you can find them at a discount in the U.S., if you're willing to buy grey market. Depends on the model. Not sure of the VAT and duty implications of a U.S. purchase for you Brits.:)

Bought mine a number of years ago (I believe shortly after they first came out). Have a DC56 with a serial number of under 40. Had it serviced (routine maintenance as it was starting to run slow)...

Well, some of the name calling back and forth is tiresome - but the original topic is interesting (at least to me). For many years I was firmly in the camp of those who would never own a Rolex...

My first thought was a JLC Reverso as well. How about a Dornbluth or a Lange? Whatever you choose I think dressy and understated would help round out your collection.

Thanks. I do usually like larger watches. But I agree with that watch if it were Panerai sized the proportions would be off. If I were in the market for a dress watch and could afford it, this is...

Beautiful watch. The epitome of understated class, and for a perpetual calendar a good value (at least IMHO). Just out of curiosity, how large is the watch? 40-42 mm would be ideal for me.

I have to say I'm surprised at the number of people who get comments along the lines of "nice fake". Seems to me that this comment is doubley insulting. It assumes you're too poor to possibly...

That's actually a fair point. My mother gave my father a Patek as a wedding present. He wore during most of my childhood, never servicing it. It stopped running. He sent it back to Patek for a...

Good advice. If you're interested in Panerai, you have a ton of choices. The 312 is a very popular model and ticks a lot of boxes. You might also look at the the 0, 111, 190, 210 - depending on...

I guess I'm in the minority. I own half a dozen nice watches, all of which I try to wear regularly, but I also try to be careful about banging them around and have been able to keep them pretty ding...

Ah, the DSSD. You either love it or you hate it - although I suspect some of the haters have never actually tried one on. :) Is it thick? Yes. Is it heavy? Yes. Does it have silly writing on...

You can check out the reference section of www.paneristi.com for a full catalogue of the various models. It really comes down to personal preference. In broad terms there are three basic styles -...

Nice looking watch. Just curious, how do you find the mesh? Is it comfortable?

When I finally decided I was going to get a Rolex, my first thought was to try to find a nice Daytona. However, when I tried one on I was completely underwhelmed. Dial was just too small and busy...

Rolex DSSD. Loses around 3 seconds a day. Two worst are a PAM 24 Sub that's about 7-8 years old and loses about 12-13 seconds a day (and I'm thinking about sending in for a service) and my Seiko...

I have a nice Orbita that I started using about a month ago. I have half a dozen automatics, most with a date feature that I rotate regularly and just got tired of constantly resetting every single...