Question about various Royal Oaks......
Bear with me as I'm relatively new to the world of AP. I've been doing some research as of late and talked to one of the AD's from whom I bought my Panerai and Breitling from, and have learned about the extent to which AP is limiting production and distribution. Rolex and PP are starting to do the same, all of which will likely reinforce the already good values of the Rolex SS professional series (prices of second hand hulks have gone up in the last year), the Nautilus line, and of course Royal Oaks. I'm debating between a Royal Oak, Royal Oak offshore (less so), and the PP Nautilus 5726-- which I'm next in line from my AD when she gets another one at retail price. I know the 5711 and 5712 are out as they've got waitlists of 5 years (especially the 5711). My AD--like many other AD's -- lost their contract with AP, as AP continues to pull back production and distribution to AD's nationwide. I'm going to check out one of the boutiques in June and see what they have there, but I'v

15300 owners - how does the 15300 wear compare with a sports rolex?
Guys,Thinking about getting a 15300 but Im afraid that it will not feel as comfy as my 40mm sports rolex watches that I own.I guess the thin profile and relatively large size of the watch will make it dig in to the wrist. How would 15300 owners compare the feel and fit of the watch compared to a, for example, Rolex Sub?Thanks in advance!

Rainy in Chicago
I visited Razny Jewelers in Chicago this past week. The store is Patek and Rolex only, and only new pieces. The young lady helping me couldn't have been any nicer and more helpful. They had a very nice selection and everything was displayed beautifully. I tried on a 5227R. It was beautiful, but the 39mm diameter was a little big for my taste. It's a worthwhile stop if you're in the area. Cheers,LS.

116710LN replacement clasp
I've had my clasp polished a few times on my GMT Master ll the metal on the clasp is still polishable and fine however I'm thinking in three or four years when I could do a complete service I may replace the clasp.I guess I shouldn't have had it polished but there isn't that much metal on it and once you polish it a few times it starts becoming thin the centre indentation, what is the cost of a new clasp or for that matter bracelet for one of these things anyone out there know

My photoshopped black and steel SD43 pic
I don't own this watch, but I am developing a thirst for it. Just for fun, I decided to photoshop black center links and a black crown and a red pearl triangle.I like it, but I am sure purists won't be too enthused.