It's back
Hi all, just got my CE diver back from the Paris Boutique, si they changed the case, and regulated it.I asked what was the cause, nothing is certain but according to AP it would have been a shock, they said the dial was displaced a little, which I find hard to believe as it fell only one time, 4 months before the crack appeared, and it fell on my shoe and from there slid on the floor, so no real shock, and again this was a long time before the crack appeared.Of course they fixed it for free, I would think it was A fabrication problem, if it was because of the shock I am talking about it would be not great but I can't believe it is so fragile, especially when the crack was at the most protected part if the case, between the rubber under the bezel and the crown guard.In any case AP SC is great, it was sent to Le Brassus.Here are a few pics of watches I tried at the Boutique, crap can't download them from my phone, will try later

Who needs the Caribbean?
When you can dive into this blue?

Surprisingly smitten by this!
I saw this when I visited my AD. First I did not pay attention, then visited again next day. Then came the research part. Looked at the usual places, read the reviews. and got one Excellent finish, keeps time accurately, feels nice on the wrist, perfect size for these kinds of vintagey watches. Surprisingly easy too read.The AD had both version (I wanted rose or yellow). Yellow is not overtaken and more old look. Also I find Sedna gold a little too pinkish.

Omega Man!
You know that old movie with Chuck Heston,named Omega Man(it`s remake was perhaps last year`s biggest hit,I Am Legend)?I think that I should change my username for that!Yesterday I traded my beloved Rolex Explorer II WITHOUT box or papers,for THREE Speedmasters!Two of them are brand new,with box,papers,and waranty!!!Here`s the short story:my friend WAS Omega A.D. for last 10 years or more.He looses his license this year and startet to sell watches that are left in storage room.Couple days back I bought from him blue Speedmaster from Schumacher series.And now listen to this:he gave me my money BACK,along with also brand new same model but with SS bracelet and with yellow dial and with ALMOST NEW Speedmaster Proffessional - the legendary Moonwatch!And all that for my Expy!And I did it!I gave him my Expy(without box&papes) for two UNPACKED Speedmasters and one ALMOST NEW Moonwatch!I think that I made very good deal,but I`m sure as hell in one thing:sooner or later I`ll get my hands on

Aquanaut strap in winter?
Enjoying a new 5167R this summer, which goes on every weekend. Wondering about the rubber (excuse me, composite) strap in cold weather. Does it get less comfortable? Traditionally have worn a leather strap IWC chrono classic on weekends in winter but wondering if the 5167R is ok year-round.