There's just something about the 50's

-JKS

One of the rarest Rolex watches...

Ref: 6518 with text "Rite Time".
It's interesting to think that despite this beautiful piece being one of Rolex's rarest oysters, it is known only by Collector's.

A few interesting attributes of this particular 6518.

1. Tropic Dial (What was once a black honeycomb dial has become a beautiful peacock sunburst dial)
2. Under the hood Cal. 1000 (Most of these 6518s have caliber 1030 *1035 (5 denotes date aperature) The caliber 1000 automatic was also used in the Deep Sea Special!

Video Link to see "Tropic"effect on dial:

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3wyR1dN8cAk&feature=youtube_gdata_player

For more information on this rare piece visit here:

Two New Additions:

It's been a busy week!

Two New Additions: 

Rolex 1803 White Gold with Factory Diamond Bezel and Markers!

& 

Rolex 1500 in 14K gold w/Made in U.S.A bracelet.

JKS

Abercrombie & Fitch Heuer:

Under the hood!

Why Pawn Shops Suck.

Maybe im a just a sore loser...

Or...

Maybe I hate the fact that Pawn Shops are using collectors forums and references to sell their merchandise for more.

The truth is this...

The internet is a blessing and curse.

Kudos to whatever dealer beat me to the punch yesterday.

(I HOPE IT'S REAL)

 

 JKS

New Addition: Abercrombie & Fitch (Heuer) watch!

Hello Guys,

I've been super busy with a new home purchase and business and have not updated as much as I would like.  I have been on the prowl, however, for exotic and vintage timepieces.

In fact,
I recently attended a great watch GTG in Georgia ! (I will make a post soon on this).
In fact on the way back from the airport from this event, I stopped at a Flea Market and found this vintage Heuer (Valjoux 72) watch w/ Abercrombie & Fitch dial!

-JKS

Rolex 16013 or The Rolex of the 80's!

Rolex 16013 or "The Rolex of the 80's!"

Oh, BTW this is another new addition!

-JKS

"New" AP on the way!

Alright Swiss Monsters,

"The rumors of my death have been greatly exaggerated"

In fact, just to prove it. 

Here's a new addition on its way to me:

It seems that in my old age (27 years old) I have become quite fond of the former me. So much so, I have decided to repeat the purchase of an AP. While, I love AP I would be dishonet to say the service department was amongst my favorite. In short, after a few issues with a few APs I sold my humble collection and pursued other interest.

Round Two: Sometimes one must try something again (Enter Audemars Piguet Royal Oak ref. 142790)

Below my former Audemars Piguet ref: 142790

I should receiver my AP within a few days and will do a full report on it. I won't spoil the surprise but this AP is a special one!

&

I will leave you all with this:

-JKS

From Hodinkee: Rolex USA Sues Melrose.com

FROM HODINKEE.COM 

Rolex USA Sues Melrose.com For Selling Counterfeit Watches: Further Proof You Do Not Want To Mess With Rolex

 

 

Swiss Monster Commentary:

This is pretty crazy...

I'm guessing Rolex has received one too many counterfeit/mix parts watches into the RSC (Rolex Service Center) and have decided to take action. I'm guessing Melrose is the first of many. 

 

 

READ MORE HERE:

-JKS

8/6/2012

8/6/2012

The Swiss Monster is returning!