The exclusive Life of a WIS interview series continues with my next guest: Lee Scott, Founder of Vulcan Watch Straps. Stay tuned for a strap review of the Azure Blue strap and find out how Vulcan Watch Straps compares to Rubber B and Everest Bands!
Read MoreNEW ARRIVAL: Rolex GMT-Master II (116710BLNR)
It took me 5 years of yearning and a hands-on review to finally say that I am a proud owner of a Rolex GMT-Master II BLNR. Not sure why I waited so long to actually add one to my collection, but I am glad that I finally did.
Read MoreNEW ARRIVAL: Panerai Luminor Marina PAM 911 - "Last One for Paneristi"
After over one year of not purchasing a watch (new personal record), I am very excited about this latest new arrival. Not only is it from the brand that started it all for me, it is also a Limited Edition piece of only 500 pieces... and we all know how impossible it is to get Limited Edition pieces from Panerai! This PAM 911, also known as the "Last One for Paneristi", was designed by Mr. Angelo Bonati himself. Though unlikely that this will be the last one for Paneristi ever, it will be the last one under Mr. Angelo Bonati's reign. Jean-Marc Pontroué, Roger Dubuis CEO, is scheduled to become the next Officine Panerai CEO in April 2018. I have always been a fan and a harsh critic of Panerai (see my The Fall of a Giant? article), so it will be interesting to see what happens to the brand under the new direction of Jean-Marc.
Read MoreHANDS-ON REVIEW: Monta Oceanking
COMPARISON REVIEW: Rubber B vs. Everest (Tang Buckle Versions)
I am very excited for our very first comparison review! The straps will be compared against each other under the same categories of a regular strap review. For each category, a winner will be selected (or it could be a tie) and an overall winner will be chosen at the end of the review. Since both of these straps were previously reviewed in detail (Rubber B Rubber Strap with Tang Buckle for Rolex GMT-Master II and Everest Rubber Strap with Tang Buckle for Rolex GMT-Master II), this comparison review will only focus on the differences between the two straps and not on the details of each individual strap. Note that for this battle, the straps are the tang buckle versions and sold as fitting the Rolex GMT-Master II.
Read MoreSTRAP REVIEW: Horus Snow Camouflage Rubber Strap for Panerai
This Horus strap was reviewed on 5 different criteria. The review is for this specific strap, other straps may perform differently. Evaluation is based on my wrist size, personal opinions, experiences, and preferences. If you would like to submit your product for a review, please contact me.
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