Rolex

There’s something about the Rolex 1675 that just strikes a perfect chord—a combination of design, function, and patina that you can’t easily replicate in today’s offerings. Whether it’s the no crown guard version from the early ’60s, with its gilt dial an...  

The Blueberry. Haven't thought about that one in a while! I've never owned a Blueberry, but I spent way too much time reading countless impassioned opinions about their originality/authenticity. I'm reluctant to opine on that because, well, that's always ... 

Blueberry can of worms. ...  

. . . for root beer. Not mine; I took this photo in 2014. I know the owner, he still has it. 🥤 ...  

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Surprisingly still quite affordable by vintage rolex standards. I wonder why Rolex won't make thinner cases, would be so much more enjoyable on the wrist.

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Hard to believe the daytona on bracelet was cheaper back then!

That case is in incredible condition and that is never easy to find these days.

On the Jubilee. ...  

A lot of beauties here.

the “imperfections” from aging that makes each one unique. It is a ref which I spent quite some time researching before taking the plunge… grateful for the resources on WPS and help/advices received along the way in avoiding pitfalls 😉🙏🏻. ...  

Exclamation chapter ring gilt 1675 revit bracelet all correct hands “length” are perfect. What more can you expect other than owned by a world famous person. Awesome.

Beautifully written, Bill! Decades of appreciation I take it 😊

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The GMT vintage is a very special watch and though very desirable and nice the present ceramic is it will never bring the same charm of the old versions with their patina on dial and hands and bezel fading. Thank you for this great post of yours! Best cor...  

Here 's my modest contribution .... ...