Junghans, Max Bill and the Bauhaus

Over the past few weeks I've been catching up on some reading. About a year ago I received a biography on Charles-Édouard Jeanneret - also known professionally as Le Corbusier. What was interesting to learn was that his father made watch cases for, among others, Longines.

I then moved onto a relatively new book on some of the founding members of the Bauhaus and there was Max Bill who later went on to lead a group of Swiss artists that came to be known as the Allianz.

Of course I am also thinking about the Max Bill watch that Wendy gave me for Christmas in 2002.

This is the more "classic" size, hand wound (and would you really want it any other way?) and perhaps one of my all time favorite designs.

15 Days with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic - Final Report

And another 15 days have come and gone here in Santa Barbara, and it is time to sum up the past two weeks spent with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic chronograph.

So a few adjectives to describe this timekeeper - comfortable, accurate, legible - and eye catching.
Let's start with the comfort factor - for those of you who have had more than a few watches you will agree that not every watch is going to feel equally good on every wrist.  The Bianci White Beach was very, very comfortable right away.  As I've said earlier, I was not entirely sure how I would feel about ceramic, but it was very, very comfortable!  The bracelet is very well balanced and the utilization of a butterfly style clasp is the perfect pairing.

Accurate - I know, it is easy to say that of course a quartz watch will be accurate, but it can happen sometimes that quartz watches that are not "time only" can have a few hiccups - but not so with this ISA Swiss quartz watch.  Our Thanksgiving turkey turned out perfectly and the University of Oregon had perfect timing.

Legibility is something that you might question owing to the all white dial, sub dial and bracelet.  But in fact instead of a "white out" effect, the dial is clear and easy to read.

And last but not least - eye catching.  I was actually curious to see what it would be like to wear an all - white watch exclusively for a few weeks and this was actually a lot of fun!  The watch received quite a few compliments and several folks who wanted to know where to get one.

Last of all, and it is something that I am sometimes wary of, but it has to be said - this watch is a watch that a LOT of people can actually afford.  When I started this little "bloggy-wog" I wanted to cover all types of watches, and as this watch is also available for purchase directly from Bianci, it is a great option for a lot of folks out there.

Visit the folks at Bianci at:
www.bianciwatches.com

The Football Game Test

And inevitably, there was one final test for the Bianci before I would feel comfortable returning it.  That was the "Football Game Test".  A few important things that I should mention in the interest of full-disclosure.  I am not actually much of an American football fan, but when it comes to my alma-matter I find myself glued to the television come Saturday - or in this case Friday.  For those of you not 100% familiar, American football in theory should take 60 minutes of playing time (which it does) but this is combined with quite a few time-outs and suffice it to say, takes a "wee bit" longer than 60 minutes!  So there was a LOT of starting and stopping.  Fear not - the Bianci did not lose a second - and the Ducks of Oregon are still undefeated!

The Turkey Test

Yesterday was Thanksgiving here in the US, and as promised the Bianci White Beach Ceramic was pressed into service as I broke out the heavy equipment and spent the afternoon preparing my part of the meal.

So the turkey timed in at exactly 3 hours and 12 minutes.  This verified by both the Bianci and a separate time source.  And the turkey was pretty delicious!  

For those of you who noticed, yes I stuffed the bird with limes.  While I realize that this is non-traditional, I recommend it.  The citrus ensures that the turkey itself will remain fairly moist, as a very subtle flavor, and you don't lose any of that valuable stuffing!

The second major timing event is now only a little over 30 minutes away with the Ducks of Oregon trying to remain perfect.

Bianci has some fantastic offers going on, so check them out as you can buy direct -

www.bianciwatches.com

Christopher Ward C90 Beckett's

Cornering Quality The Christopher Ward C90 Beckett’s The news that Silverstone will be staging the British Formula 1 Grand Prix for the next 17 years prompted the petrol-heads at Christopher Ward to think of a way to celebrate.  Chris and the design team in Maidenhead disappeared into their studio for a while and came up with what many believe to be their finest design yet.  For anyone who knows about motor racing, ‘Beckett’s’ was an obvious name for a watch that combines precision, power and extraordinary performance.  The Beckett’s complex at Silverstone is one of the most demanding sets of corners on any Formula 1 track in the world.  It also provides heart-stopping views for spectators as cars flick left, then right, and change down two gears, before making a fast right exit reaching speeds of more than 180mph (290kph). Drivers experience close to 3G of lateral force first one way, then the other. The design of the C90 Beckett’s has a subtle retro feel – more Stirling Moss than Lewis Hamilton.  It features a superbly crafted, multi-layered precision dial, incorporating the 45 hour power reserve meter which is the outward expression of the complex Valgranges ETA A07.161 Automatic movement.  The power reserve movement has been specially customised by ETA for the C90.  The watch will appeal to anyone who lives life in the fast lane and demands total commitment to quality.  Cutting corners has never been an option with Beckett’s…

C90 Beckett’s - Power Reserve C90-SKK £699

www.christopherward.co.uk

Week 2 with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic

So it has now been a full week with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic.  The photos here were provided by Bianci, and really show this watch well.

Again, I must stress how comfortable tis watch has been to wear - it has been a real treat.  The bracelet is strong and secure, but forgiving on the wrist.  It has also proven to be durable and has not picked up a scratch or swirl after a week of steady wear.

A stainless steel case back is a nice complement to the White Beach Ceramic.  The case back itself is quite well-balanced and ensures that the watch sits securely on the wrist.

The hidden butterfly clasp is a FANTASTIC touch!  I cannot really say enough positive things about this feature, it is the perfect accompaniment and balances the bracelet in very understated way.

www.bianciwatches.com

Peter Speake-Marin to exhibit in Paris and London

This just in from Peter Speake-Marin - he will be exhibiting in Paris and London

Paris -Belles Montres at the Carrousel du Louvre in central Paris 26-28 November
http://www.bellesmontres.fr

He will also be in London for an informal get-together in Mayfair, London on the 3rd of December.

If you are interested in seeing the new Marin 2 Thalassa and are in either neighborhood at the time please contact him for more details.

68@speake-marin.com




Speake-Marin SA
Rolle, Switzerland
www.speake-marin.com

Limes Chyros

This just in from Limes -

The Limes Chyros.  The name is derived from the Greek word  'perfect moment'. 

Here is part of the official release from Limes:

The German made, stainless steel case, is beautifully constructed in three parts, with both polished and finely brushed finishes. The coined edge of the case is echoed in the textured ribbing on the dial. Available either in black or white, both versions have eye-catching, polished, applied markers and a distinctly German look. The white dialed version has black Super-LumiNova lume on the hands - black by day but luminous at night.

The movement is the ultra-reliable Swiss-made, decorated, automatic Sellita SW200 TOP; visible through the mineral crystal display back.  The crystal is slightly domed and has anti-reflective coating on both sides and the crown carries the Ickler logo.

The LIMES Chyros is available directly from LIMES for
US customerswww.limes-uhren.de/index_US.php?site=inhalt-Chyros-AUT-US for US$ 1,290, including shipping and all US duties and for
International customers
www.limes-uhren.de/index_EN.php?site=inhalt-Chyros-AUT-EN for Eur 995 plus shipping costs.

Ping Pong Diplomacy and watches

Again with apologies in advance to the younger readership out there, I was talking with a former colleague (who now works in DC) about the rapid changes we have seen in China over the past 10 years. He then reminisced about how things were in the 70s (he is a bit older than me).  And we talked for hours about the viability of modern day ping-pong diplomacy with other countries.  Needless to say we did not come to any solid - or rational conclusions!  Following the conversation, my mind wandered to watches.  Now of course there are a BUNCH of Chinese watches out there today (and regrettably several "undercover" Chinese watches as well).

I wanted to go back far enough to get a sense of what they were really like before we got to where we are now.  So over to Ebay and approximately 10 days later this arrived.   Still in her original packaging from I presume the 1970s here is a quick photo of her.

There is more to follow, but my plan is a very basic service from Ali, open her up and photograph her, put her on the timer for a more scientific result, and then the 15 day review.   I am aiming for January for this, so stay tuned.

Bianci at the beach - sort of

As it is Friday and it is California this seemed like an appropriate theme. In the interest of full disclosure, we are a good 2 miles from the beach, but we are there in spirit today from the back patio.

So some more details about the Bianci I am wearing this week - like the last chronograph that "guest starred" tis one is a quartz watch, powered by an ISA movement.  It is very, very easy to operate and so far has performed flawlessly.

I suppose that the deck chair is also an appropriate backdrop to the Bianci owing to its comfort.  I will be completely honest here - I was not 100% sure how I would like the feel of a ceramic bracelet.  I am stating here clearly and definitively, this is a REALLY comfortable bracelet!  And I am further impressed by how well it is holding up - I have brushed against more than a few "obstacles" and no scratches!  Not even from my daily "desk-diving" - well done Bianci!

It will face two critical (at least at the Henki house) tests next week - Thanksgiving Dinner - yes I am suiting up and will get the bird ready, and then then the Ducks of Oregon will try to remain perfect.  I will, of course, keep you updated on both sets of results (sadly at least one of the aforementioned birds will not be having an undefeated season) - and of course those of the watch!

http://www.bianciwatches.com/

Bianci White Beach Ceramic Chronograph

Okay, so it is now day 2 of 15 with the Bianci White Beach Ceramic Chronograph.

A few quick facts -

As advertised - the watch is ceramic.  This is the first ceramic watch I have worn beyond a watch store counter, and I have to say that is a pretty cool effect!  The ceramic material is somewhat glossy, but not glaring.  It has a nice visual effect.

The watch itself is 43 mm (46 with the crown) and at least into the second day has proved to be comfortable and well balanced.  It is cloudy (foggy) and overcast here in Santa Barbara today, so this is a very nice counter point to an otherwise gloomy morning.

More this evening.

2010 Chronoswiss Holiday Sweepstakes

The 2010 Chronoswiss Holiday Sweepstakes

Chronoswiss launches the sequel of last year's celebrated giveaway

Chronoswiss announces the 2010 edition of the legendary Chronoswiss Holiday Sweepstakes in the United States.  From November 15 through December 31, 2010, the race is open to win one of the brand new models from the Chronoswiss Sirius line of watches that were just released for sale in the United States.

Chronoswiss traditionally uses the holiday season to give back to its loyal followers.  "We are looking back on a tremendously successful 2010" remarks Hartmut Kraft, President of Chronoswiss of North America. "That is why we want to share one of our watches with the lucky winner of this Holiday Sweepstakes."

The winner of the 2010 Chronoswiss Holiday Sweepstakes will be awarded the stainless steel Sirius Ref. CH 1023, valued at $4,900.  This watch features a hand wound manufacture move-ment Cal. C.111 in a 40mm finely brushed and polished case with sapphire front and back crystals and a water resistance of 30m (3 ATM).  The manually crafted and polished hands and ap-plied numerals adorn a massive sterling silver dial with a small seconds indication.  The sweepstakes also includes the chance to win a limited edition Fountain pen Styloscope, valued at $880 and other attractive prizes.

With industry leading service, a 24/7 retail hotline and a highly individualized customer approach, Chronoswiss is on the way of becoming one of the most sought-after independent brands in North America. "We simply aim to offer the best horological value money can buy." Kraft adds, "Chronoswiss has the ultimate luxury of not being absorbed by shareholder value. That is why we can and will use our success for one purpose only: To build better watches and to perfect the caring relationship with our customers".

www.facebook.com/chronoswiss

TechnoMarine Cruise Sport Snow

This just in from TechnoMarine - the Cruise Sport Snow - cue Bing Crosby...

Betsy over at TechnoMarine was kind enough to send me this release - and in fairness, her press release is more eloquently worded that I can manage so read on -

NEW for when the mercury drops below freezing, TechnoMarine introduces Cruise Sport Snow, the holiday season’s ultimate accessory. The newest member of the Cruise Sport family, this chic stainless steel watch goes anywhere, whether swishing down a mountain or cozying up by a fire.

Diamonds randomly set into the bezel give the appearance of flurries just landed; a non-diamond version has a silver and graphite hued bezel. Snowflakes engraved onto the dial—either mother-of-pearl or mirror—complete the winter wonderland effect. No need to wait for the first blizzard, TechnoMarine has the coolest snowflakes all winter long!

Cruise Sport Snow is the perfect gift this holiday season.

Cruise Sport Snow is 40mm, 3-hands, with a day/date indicator. The soft white silicone strap and clear case cover are easy to remove and swap with other colors.

With diamonds US$975; without diamonds US$345.

For further info please visit TechnoMarine -  www.technomarine.com

White after Labor Day! 15 days with Roberto Bianci

This is from the nice folks at Roberto Bianci SWISS and it will be my companion for the next 15 days.

More this evening.

Graham Silverstone Time Zone

With the Graham Silverstone Time Zone, Graham has challenged themselves by offering something completely different. Something... well... smaller! The design focus of this new offering was to showcase the rich experience and technical know-how that have come to symbolize Graham, while staying within a 42 mm "working space".

Silverstone Time Zone Black Carbon

A self-winding G1714 self-winding movement is the engine powering the Silverstone Time Zone, boasting 42 hours of power reserve.

Silverstone Time Zone Silver

Available in three color options - Silver, Black Carbon and Gulf Blue. One particularly nice feature is the color matching accent stitching on the strap. This is a great new option for people out there who crave a Graham but in a smaller size. As Graham so eloquently put it in their press release - 

Because Size Does Matter.

Silverstone Gulf Blue

For more details on the Silverstone Time Zone, visit Graham -


www.graham-london.com

Fathers and Daughters

Things used to be different.  You joined a company, you worked there, you retired, and you were given a watch.  This is one of those watches -

This watch was given to Wendy's father Len as recognition for his years of service to his company.  A Longines Ultra Chron.  This was passed on to Wendy back in 92 and she has faithfully looked after it ever since.

Let's hope all of these watches have such dedicated care-givers.

So this is an open call - who out there has there parent's/grandparent's watch?  I would love to post your watches and the stories that go with them here - so don't be shy!  Apparently there are quite a few of you visitors out there from all over the world - so email me your watches and your stories!  Be sure to include your name, the story of the watch and where you're from!

Karl Shreeves and the Diving With Legends SUB

Once again, Karl Shreeves has been good enough to share a story about one of the watches in his collection.  Karl and his story were featured in the Diving with Legends book this past year.

The DOXA 1200T HRV DWL

Besides being high-quality, robust and functional automatic dive watches, the DOXA line holds a special place among timepieces. It enjoys an historical legacy as the dive watch for serious enthusiasts – a recogition DOXA earned with innovative features, not the least of which was the first helium-release valve watch available for general purchase in 1969 – the SUB 300T Conquistador.

For those not familiar, commercial divers sometimes work under pressure in helium atmospheres.  Helium itself a very small atom, over time and under pressure, slowly penetrates seals that are perfectly water and air tight. Upon surfacing and releasing the surrounding pressure, a dive watch can burst due to the build up of helium gas inside, unless it has a release valve.  Historically this has been the fun visual of the crystal popping right off of the watch!  Of course, apart from commercial divers very few divers need a helium release valve, and what does this have to do with DOXA today? Glad you asked.

This past spring, DOXA rolled out the limited-edition (99 issued) DOXA 1200T HRV DWL (Helium Release Valve, Diving With Legends) with the publication of Dr. Peter Millar’s Diving With Legends. The book features the biographies and stories of two dozen divers, many of whom are well-known in the underwater community (www.divingwithlegends.com). In celebration, DOXA graciously gave a 1200T DWL to each of those featured, with the remaining available to collectors at www.doxawatches.com.

Those familiar with the DOXA line will recognize the 1200T DWL’s heritage immediately. It is a hefty, solid watch (approx 171 g/6 oz with bracelet) that sports DOXA’s trademark orange dial (with DWL logo) and one-way bezel with USN no decompression limits. Those familiar with its cousin 1000T will find it similar, though the T1200 is rated to 1200 metres versus 1000 (hence the names, of course), with the DWL inscribed with its release number (shown is 50/99).

Arguably, the 1200T DWL’s standout feature is the recessed helium-release valve at the 9:00 position. You probably don’t need an HRV, but that’s besides the point. Beyond the cool-factor, the valve subtly reminds us that DOXA engineered this watch for leading-edge divers – not a small statement coming from a company that has engineered top-end automatic dive watches for hardcore divers for more than 40 years.

More at www.doxawatches.com

The MIH watch - better than cookies!

Okay, when you are in the Girl Scouts, you sell cookies.  When you are in High School, you hold a car wash.  But riddle me this - you are responsible for one of the most important horological museums in the world and you've just obtained an amazing piece... that is going to cost a fortune to restore/repair.  Cookies and car washes are probably not going to cut it.

So when the Musée International d'Horlogerie needed to raise money to restore one of its latest acquisitions, the curator did what most curators do, he looked for ways to raise it.  Now if this was the New York Metropolitan Museum, maybe there would be a benefit dinner at $1,000 a plate.  But when the curator is one of the most notably inventive and creative minds in the modern watch making era - Ludwig Oechslin, well you might try something a little different...

This is the MIH.  To be clear, this is not new, it has been around for a while now.  But I first saw this watch in Elizabeth Doerr's fantastic book - 12 Faces of Time.  Gauging the design, level of complication and the pedigree of this watch, my assumption was that it was probably like water from the moon - i.e. the cost of a starter house in Northern Ohio.  In fact, in doing a bit of research it turns out to be much, much more within reach.


If you have followed high end independent watch making on any level, you have heard of both Mr. Oechslin and Paul Gerber (who by the way is also in 12 Faces of Time).  So ask yourself - a watch designed by Oechslin, and assembled by Paul Gerber - are you interested?

An annual calendar, composed of NINE (9) parts?!?  Yes!


So the next time you are going through a museum and consider your purchase of a t-shirt or a coffee cup - keep in mind that the next time you visit the MIH, you can purchase something truly special -

For the rest of us who are maybe not able to zip off to Switzerland for an afternoon's excursion, don't despair.  You can still visit the MIH museum "gift shop" and purchase one of these fantastic watches -


www.mih-watch.ch

ISLANDUS CHRONOGRAPH 2010

This just in:

This announcement came to me from the nice folks at the JS Watch Co. of Reykjavik -

From the JS Watch Co. of Reykjavik - this is the Islandus Chronograph, a self wound mechanical chronograph with a traditional column-wheel. The Islandus collection is one of our largest collections and one of the most sought after. This new creation meets the requirements of evolving demands with regard to watches as well as to the growing popularity of mechanical chronographs and the fascination for traditional horological devices. This watch is our first complication watch and others will follow. In spite of the look and feel of a traditional chronograph, we still maintain the design in a classic style and minimalism is what we seek to deliver; less is more when it comes to design. When worn this watch gives you a special feeling, almost like going 60 years back in time and you are looking for your trench coat and Humphrey Bogart hat. This sets our collections apart from others along with the fact that we limit the production to only 100 watches per year.


Visit JS Watch Co. of Reykjavik - http://www.jswatch.com/

The TechnoMarine Cruise Steel - Overview

So after fifteen days with the TechnoMarine Steel Cruise it is time to sum up.

Just to review some quick basics:
The case is solid stainless steel, 40 mm, and is powered by a Ronda (SWISS) quartz movement.  A three register chronograph with date, the Cruise Steel is at once a sporty, yet practical watch.  For me the first thing that strikes me is the legibility of the face - all three registers are very very clearly marked, and the use of skeletonized hands aids in this.  A unidirectional dive bezel is another very nice touch adding to the functionality.  The bezel itself is also stainless steel, with the fifteen minute countdown treated with a pvd like effect to clearly indicate the purpose of this function.

The case itself is very, very impressive for a watch in this price range - or even a watch at double the price.  The finish is incredibly smooth and clean.  No jagged bits, bumps or even swirls in the finish - it is truly first rate and one of the first things mentioned by other people I shared this watch with.

The watch functioned flawlessly - the chronograph functioning exactly as advertised and bang-on from timing events, to my daily commute.  Now it might be easy enough to say that this is a bare minimum requirement, but I have owned and used plenty of chronographs - both mechanical and quartz, and this one is top-shelf, period.

Another aspect about the watch that bears mentioning is the presence.  It is substantial, but the counter play of the rubber strap and the truly ergonomic integration of the strap to the watch case itself lends a virtually organic feel to the overall assembly.

I really was impressed by this design aspect.  It would have been very easy for the folks at TechnoMarine to simply slap a strap on the Cruise Steel and say "done", but they really worked at this design.  The case is curved to contour to the wearer's wrist.  The strap, though soft is very strong.  The underside texture of the strap makes it a much more comfortable strap as well, air can actually get in!

The use of interchangeable straps and the inclusion of an additional strap was a very, very nice touch, and adds even further value to an already great package.

When I had first heard that TechnoMarine was going to be managed by a group of three well-known talents from the upper-end watch category, I was curious how things would develop - and now we all have the answer - the TechnoMarine Cruise Steel is truly a great watch and perhaps the best that I have seen in it's category.

Check it out at:  www.technomarine.com

A hint about tomorrow...

Tune in tomorrow when all will be revealed...

One more day with the Cruise Steel

As I heave a sad and heavy sigh, I have just one more day with the TechnoMarine Cruise Steel.

On the one hand, it is great to have two weeks to get acquainted with a watch, but it is then hard to say goodbye!

A full report/review tonight/tomorrow - stay tuned!

3 adjectives for the TechnoMarine Cruise Steel

With just a few days left for this review, I took a few minutes and jotted down the three most recurrent adjectives I have used to describe this watch.

COMFORT - for me, this is due to two key things - first the strap - a very soft, yet very strong rubber strap that dovetails quite nicely into the watch case itself.  Keep in mind that this is quite a large watch case, but it sits quite well on the wrist.  The design of the strap and case cause the strap to appear more integral than added.

VISIBILITY - this is a very reader friendly watch face.  Much like other more recent chronographs, TechnoMarine has clearly spent a lot of time and thought on the orientation of the watch face.  The Sub Dials are clearly indicated, and the use of alternating blue and black enhances this.  In addition, the partially skeletonized hour and minute hands are also a plus.

FUN - C'mon!  This is a fantastically fun watch!  I've said it before - I've been smiling every day since it arrived!

I have had a few requests for prices, retail locations, etc.  Stay tuned!

Day Light Savings Time

Just a reminder - FALL BACK!

Enjoy the extra hour of sleep.

TechnoMarine and Memories of 1985

Okay, I realize that the readership out there probably spans from Boomer, to X, to an as yet unidentified generation group.  That being said, I think I finally twigged on to why I am so fascinated by the TechnoMarine Cruise Steel that I have been wearing this past week.

For those of you who might not remember, there was a magic time not so long ago when a young man from Kutztown, PA came to New York and through his use of subway drawings made art more accessible to the urban masses - and made graffiti more accessible - and hopefully understood - to the suburban commuters!  With the commercial success of  "The Message" an emerging music trend gained traction.  And SWATCH was just starting out.  And Madonna had begun the transformation from dancer  to singer/world phenomenon.  It was the 80s.

In 1985 I was a young man, having just moved out on my own living in the northern part of Ohio.  Yes, we had hair gel and U2 tapes - but the SWATCH was a completely new and fairly foreign idea.  My two friends showed up fresh from their summer vacations - one with a SWATCH Yamaha Racer, the other with a SWATCH Calypso Diver.  Needless to say, I had to have one.  I saved up my pennies, and off I went to the May Company at the local mall (local being a 45 minute drive away) and made my purchase.  The Calypso Diver.

For those of you not familiar - Squiggly Swatch has a fantastic archive of SWATCHES:

http://www.squiggly.com/us/en/swatch/calypso-diver-gm701.htm

The sad history of my Calypso Diver is that it got, well, crushed in an unfortunate moving mishap on my way to the University of Oregon and was never quite the same...

While this is, of course, not the Calypso Diver - I have to say that this Cruise Steel has made me smile several times every day.  The counter-play of the black dial with the light blue sub-dials and inner bezel - combined with the strap take a large, solid watch and made it fun.  And most of all, I do not fear for this watch's physical health should it take an unfortunate knock.  Thank you TechnoMarine for putting a smile on my face!

Blue

I have to take a moment to comment on the packaging and goodies that came with the Steel Cruise.

Of course the standard items of warranty card, pillow, etc.  But it also comes with an alternative strap - blue in this case, and a truly well made screw-driver/strap changer.  More on that later.

So come on - it's going to be a GREAT DAY!

And here in the US it is election day.  While I know that politics can get us all emotional - as you're going about your day today try to remember this one piece of advice that my grandmother always reminded me of - We can disagree without being disagreeable!

TechnoMarine Cruise Steel - Monday morning

Yes, it is Monday morning... but with something this cool waiting for you to wear, how bad could your day possibly be?

It was a great weekend wearing the Cruise Steel.  Once again, I called in a chronograph for the "Oregon Ducks" test, whereby I timed the University of Oregon game.  The watch was flawless - and the Ducks won again, so I really can't complain about anything!

And something for your "quick change" artists out there -

Stay tuned - plenty of TechnoMarine goodness still to come!