Affordable Vintage: Seiko 6138-0030 "Kakume"
Of all the incredible chronographs produced by Seiko in the 1970's, in my opinion there is one that stands head and shoulders above the rest: The 6138-0030 aka "Kakume". During this era there were two main chronograph calibers used, the single register 6139 and the dual register 6138. The fiercely popular 6139-600X (aka "Pogue") chronographs get the lions share of attention due to their status as arguably the first automatic chronograph in space, having been worn by William Pogue during space flight. By comparison the 6138 series is under appreciated, but it definitely stands tall in its own right.The 21 jewel 6138A released in 1970 was the first fully integrated automatic chronograph with a column wheel and vertical clutch coupling mechanism. Some time later, they switched to the 23 jewel 6138B. They are both automatic (rotor winds in both directions like most Seiko calibers) and hand windable, which is uncommon in vintage Seikos, and the day and date feature a true quickset mechanism

Decisions on PP 5146 or AP 26470
I am deciding on either a Patek 5146 or AP 26470, though they are 2 different types of watch I can only get one right now. Which would you choose and why? The patek probably would hold value better vs. the AP , one is a dress watch the other casual but I think they both can be worn either way.Also do you think the newer version of the AP novelty is worth the extra money over the old version ? Other than the see thru caseback and ceramic pushers is their any other notable diffrences that make it more worth more buying over the older version ?

What ROO would you go for?
With the extensive catalog and great new references which ROO would you guys choose? The new Safary? The novelty in ss? The new navy? Diver does not count. What would be a nice choice?

What are we wearing to start the day?
The versatility and comfort of this baby... just awesome...What are we all wearing?!

Pam386
Does anyone know where I could purchase a PAM386 (brown ceramic)? I take it these are very rare.