Here's an unexpected treasure in a watch I found for Mrs C - the Hi-Beat, Superior Chronometer (high accuracy) 1944 movement, for that one lady in a million who cares to have an accurate, water-resistant watch. Gold insert in the back of the case, ala Gra

L’ Hommage: The IWC Aquatimer Vintage Collection A look back The International Watch Co. turned 140 years old in 2008, and this anniversary was to be celebrated with a series of reissued and gently modernized classics from IWC. In addition to models from

Six thousand steps were all it took to circumnavigate around San Diego's jigsaw-puzzle-piece-shaped Vacation Isle. We've been there hundreds of times, from our earliest dates back in the Seventies, to conventions, dances, meetings, sailing, water skiing,

Last last year I determined for myself that high frequency watches were definitely one of my collecting topics - and after taking some time to compile a list of high frequency calibres (those beating at 36.000vph or above (here: the overview - and thanks

Dear friends Summer is easily taking grip on Northern hemisphere Time to move to North America to meet our next POTM that has just passed 7K post benchmark You all know this gentleman already but let's take a closer look Sit and enjoy Yours D 1. Please in

So, three SEIKO collectors went to Soba place tonight.... I couldn't believe my eyes first - Lady's size Cheonometer from SEIKO (definitely mid to late 60s), not one BUT TWO! I would love that, if (or when?) I were married..... #1. Admittedly, almost NOS.

Traveling today, this snapshot is all I have to offer. Legendary professional diver (automatic) ref 6159-7010; ladies' model (handwind) with caliber 1944. approx. 52mm and 25mm. Ginger

A recent request, a little available time, some gorgeous sunny Easter Sunday . . . . the current SOTC It seems I like chronographs . . . . "> Top Row (321 calibres, rattrapantes, tuning fork) 1940s Lusserna (Macy's) manual, SS/leather, white face (Lemania

i spent Thursday with a friend who is a lurking member of this forum who hasnt yet posted anything as he's shy. we spent some time browsing 'that auction site' looking for something that a newbie can add to his collection that will complement his current