Difference between 15300BA and 15300OR
I wonder about the difference between 15300BA and 15300OR, both being the same size and in red gold? I notice that the OR version is valued higher by Chrono24 (about $2000 difference)(15300BA.OO.D088CR.01 and 15300OR.OO.D088CR.01)

Big day... first major "surgery"
Big day for the rb2 today… this was in the works for a week now and I knew this would happen sooner rather than later so why not get it done. I’ll let the pictures do the talking…Took the watch with me to work today knowing that surgery would happen around 11am. I’d rather stare at the watch than get frustrated looking at trafficTransplant parts have arrived… they are marked “urgent” Ordered from AP Clearwater a rubber diver strap (black and in XS)New packagingSize comparison next to the standard strapPrepped for transplantDone! The rubber strap feels so comfortable and is better for hot and humid texas daysPicked up an aftermarket titanium buckle off ebay. I didn’t want to spend $700 on a OEM buckle and have it banged up anyway. I wish it didn’t have the AP stamp but oh well. I do like the fact that the edge of the buckle is polished and matches the edges of the watch. EDIT: If anyone is selling a OEM tang buckle, hit me up!

Incoming, new Panda Speedy!
My wife and I just bought a Panda Speedmaster (we plan on sharing)!The cordura band with deployment is extrelmly comfortable. It the outside is cordura sewn to rubber on the skin side.

Decided to Give My SMP a New Look, Nato Strap!
I've been wanting to get the Omega Ridged Rubber Strap for my SMP for the last ten years or so since I got my SMP. But, I just couldn't justify spending that much on it.My SMP has been great to me and has been my primary watch for the past 10 years. It has a lot of memories and sentimental value. But, I've gone through two clasps on it and I wanted to freshen it up a bit. So, I noticed the trend of the Nato and Zulu straps on the forum and decided to give it a shot.Initially I had an eBay special $5 watch tool kit that included a spring bar removal tool, but the tool SUCKED. So, I spent some money and bought the Bergeon one and I had my Omega bracelet off in minutes.Here are a couple pics of the watch:I'm enjoying it. If you guys have any other suggestions on other cool Nato or Zulu straps, please let me know!

Purchased New Pam 104
Estatic, NIB for a great discount. Tournau has offered a 3 year warranty that covers any damage I inflict, replacement of bands due to wear, sweat, etc. and cover a complete servicing. This is over an above the manufacturer warranty that only covers internal defects. Based on the cost of a band and a full service, the 500 seems like a no brainier to me. Any comments or past experiences they can share with me?