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Hands-on The Stylish yet Accessible Steel Edition of the Cartier Drive de Cartier Extra Flat

In 2016, Cartier, the master of beautifully shaped cases, introduced a stylish dress watch for men; the Cartier Drive. Offered in gold or steel, it was an instant hit. Hot on the heels of this initial success, came the Drive Extra Flat in 2017, an even more refined and attractive dress watch that really turned our heads. Unlike the earlier Drive models, however, this beauty was only available in precious metals and, consequently, came with a rather hefty price tag. This year, however, we are pleased to say that Cartier has introduced the Drive Extra Flat in steel, and it is quite an attractive package at that. In the highly competitive world of ultra-thin watches – think the insane 2mm Piaget Altiplano Ultimate Concept or the Bulgari Octo Finissimo – the Cartier Drive Extra Flat appears comparatively thick at 6.6mm. On the wrist, however, it is superb. Perfectly proportioned with the 38mm high by 39mm wide case, with just enough weight that you know it’s there without being intrusive...

Rolex Sky-Dweller Rolesor Watches With More Accessible Prices

Among 2010 new releases for Baselworld 2017, Rolex is presenting some tweaks for that Rolex Sky-Dweller watch with “Rolesor” model options. Introduced this year, the Rolex Sky-Dweller only demonstrated up gold and silver for near or greater $40,000. While a fantastic-steel version remains frustratingly unavailable, both of these-tone gold and steel models represent a rather more budget option. It’s a stride within the right direction, no under. Since the tiniest stir from Rolex seems like it's headline-worthy, let’s make loupe with this particular 2017 Rolex Sky-Dweller, beginning while using brand-new hands and indexes. These new Rolex Sky-Dweller replica watch are characterised using the blocky, rectangular indexes and longer hands. Previous designs have been Roman or Arabic numerals that can also be considered awesome within the Rolex context, which adds a considerably more standard and conservative choice to the number. Further, it'll allow Rolex savants to differentiat...