As part of the exclusive content only available at Life of a WIS, I am very excited to share with everyone my very first interview post. And what better person to kick this off than my favorite aftermarket strap supplier and good friend... Ron, Owner of BandRbands.com (@bandrbands). BandRbands.com is your one stop for all aftermarket Bell & Ross straps and more! Great quality, various sizes to accommodate all wrists, and extremely reasonable prices... no wonder they are my favorite place to buy aftermarket straps!
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Boo at the Zoo (Santa Ana)
This past Saturday we went to The Santa Ana Zoo's "Boo at the Zoo" trick-or-treat event. It was @babyofawis' first time trick-or-treating so we figured that this event was perfect for her... get to see a few animals, walk around in a safe environment, and hopefully go home with a bag of goodies.
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FULL REPORT: Experiencing the Art of Jaquet Droz
Earlier this month I attended the special event "Experience the Art of Jaquet Droz" hosted by the Tourbillon Boutique of Beverly Hills. During the event I was able to meet and talk to a Master Painter and Engraver and learn some of the details behind the art of Jaquet Droz's hand painted enamel dials.
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@lifeofawis GIVEAWAY: Bell & Ross B-Rocket Cap!
Here is your chance to win a brand new original Bell & Ross "B-Rocket" cap! To participate in the giveaway, complete one of the following (or both to double your chances of winning). You must be from Continental United States to be eligible for the giveaway.
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GTG: #LAWatchGang October 2014
For October's #LAWatchGang GTG, @toysofawis surprised the OGs with a customized polo shirt! Thank you again! As usual, a lot of familiar faces, but we also had two newcomers with interesting watches. The selection at October's GTG was quite varied. Remember, if you are a watch aficionado and would like to attend our monthly #LAWatchGang GTG, please feel free to contact me.
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HANDS-ON REVIEW: Rolex GMT-Master II (116710BLNR)
This Rolex GMT-Master II (ref. 116710BLNR) was reviewed on 10 different criteria. The review is for this specific watch, other models may perform differently. Evaluation is based on my wrist size, personal opinions, experiences, and preferences. Having owned a 116710LN from 2009 to 2014, this Rolex was no stranger to me.
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