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It took me four years to figure out if I really wanted a Patek Philippe and, if so, which one would really suit me best. Month after month, the more I researched and delved into the history of the brand and its many references, the more I was convinced th

Most of you know my love for Patek Philippe perpetual calendars and more particularly vintage ones… I am so happy that I could add another grail which makes so much sense in my collection, as it was an important brick that was missing in my wall imho. I g

. . . of Bad Company and Mott the Hoople fame left us two weeks ago. Just heard the news now. Most of the regulars here know Charlie Watts is an idol of mine. How he played ever so tastefully without drawing attention to himself was the stuff of legend. R

Turned 91 years old a couple of days ago. The only person who managed to create and define genuine style in the 20th century in my opinion. I recall him stating once that he didn't consider himself a designer, but simply a businessperson who sold clothes.

As the recent post on the Dagestan road trip (see here: www.watchprosite.com ) seemed to raise some interest, here's another one from a tad off the beaten track. It’s another trip from some time ago, before the war. Sakhalin is a reasonably sized island (

My Father told me about this amazing place in the old city and how he really enjoyed it, so after many years of missing the opportunity I finally managed to visit the place. Its located in the old historic part of the city near the old Lahore Fort Palace

I hate boring my friends, but I just can’t get enough of this one. Thanks for looking, Tony.

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Art Deco Metropolis. The photos don’t really do it justice. The highly faceted and sculpted rose gold center actually sparkles like diamonds. Against the blue minute track it’s beautiful. Love the Art Deco Roaring Twenties font for the numbers. On the bac

Just a thought, we are all collectors and like to look after our watches, cars and other items that bring us so much pleasure. I send my cars for professional detailing, but I also enjoy the ritual of looking after the cars myself. Does anyone else occasi