Dodane 1857 – Type 23 Chronograph PVD First Impressions
Time for another one of my crazy rants, today I have the Dodane 1857 – Type 23 Chronograph PVD. Dodane very kindly sent me this watch a few days ago, and I have had the pleasure of trying it and seeing what it is like. Only the aesthetics and features will be covered today, a full […]
Why is the Rolex Daytona just so cool
One of Switzerland’s most iconic watches is the Rolex Daytona. Long considered the pinnacle of the Rolex watch line, the Daytona pulls at the heartstrings of many watch aficionados for several reasons. From a style and design standpoint, the Rolex Daytona is a style icon unto itself. From a purely mechanical view, the Daytona utilizes […]
Notes from the Miami Beach Antique Show
Picture about two acres of upscale trade show booths filled with antique furniture, art, jewelry, and watches and you have a good idea of the Original Miami Beach Antique Show. The best news for Rolex fans is that a big percentage of the watches on display (and of course for sale) were Rolex. Everything from […]
The Need For a ‘Beater’ In Your Watch Collection
After all the excitement and frenzy that has followed SIHH in Geneva, it is time to take stock and breathe calmly. Before any of you complain that I am being an abusive husband, or abusive person full stop, when I refer to the term ‘Beater’ it is not about you, or I, or any other […]