Hoping to make a purchase to mark first promotion. (Hopefully 1 more year, 2 max. Been working almost 1 year now.) For those of you experienced collectors, would you warn a young professional against … more

Thoughts on the rumors on Omega discontinuing production of the hesalite speedy? Thinking of pulling the trigger on one now rather than later in the year if the rumors are true and the pre-owned price… more

Can you polish small scratches out of sapphire crystal? Perplexingly have the smallest scratch on the case and can’t remember knocking it at all.

Is there a certain job seniority or age threshold to holy trinity watches? When is it no longer faux pas to wear? A manager or director with a Rolex or JLC wouldn't stand out much. What about a … more

What’s you favorite every day watch? Any recommendations for a quality watch that looks nice but ya can also jump in the pool with it on?

Does anybody have a Seiko mod? I've been looking at changing the hands, bezel, and crystal on an SRPD to make it custom but curios to know if anyone has done this before / can recommend anyone to … more

Advice needed: Looking to buy a first Rolex for a special occasion next Spring... Local AD mentioned that she can very likely get me a Sub by that time, but batman will be little more difficult. She t… more

Damnit Bowl Leader, you’ve convinced me to join this bowl...well done. 👏

Why is 10:09 the way watches are shown?

I went to a Rolex AD yesterday in London to reserve a watch. They told me between 1st Sept to 4th Sept Rolex would release new lines. However, it will only be some updates to OP. No new SS modes as fa… more

Anyone else turn all the watches in their watch box to 10:09 after they’ve stopped?

People from NYC, odds of finding a BB58 (preferably in black) at one of the major ADs? I have no previous relationship with tourneau, wempe, or watches of Switzerland

Where / how should I buy extra links for a sub? Have a THIQQ wrist.

What's everyone take on smart watches? More specifically the ones from the watchmakers and not necessarily the tech companies (Apple, Samsung). Looking to get a smartwatch that looks nice and sle… more

Just noticed the bowl is gravitated towards Rolex. Any other brands you guys like ? VC, Journe, Lange, Voutilainen ?

I’m sure this is a noob question, but I want to buy my first luxury watch... what should I go for?

Has anyone had experience with the Rolex “Khanjars”? Saw one last year on a Partners wrist and thought it looked beautiful (if not very worn!). Can’t afford the 6263 Khanjars but maybe a DJ

Looking for a birth year watch - 1989. Currently have a 1976 Omega Genève, a early 2000s IWC Mark XV and a 2019 Zenith El Primero. Have very skinny arms. Budget is below 10k. What do you guys think?

Random — anyone know much about Alpina? I know a little bit but never have seen them out in the wild (probably a reason for that). Seems like an entry level piece.

Best place to start looking for a used dj36? Never bought a used watch and want to make sure I’m not getting ripped off

I’ve seen a few people on here with the green dial Seiko Alpinist, but does anyone own the white dial? Trying to decide between the two.

How realistic is it to get on a list for a new release at an AD that you’ve never shopped at before? Not for Rolex, but other brands like Omega etc.

To ever buy a Batman or a Daytona from an AD do I need to go purchase a few watches from them to maintain a relationship? Can’t get over the fact I need to buy a couple 8-10k watch to buy a 9k Batman … more