Screw heads
Newbie question guys.Are the screwheads on the back of the AP RO meant to be facing in the same direction ? Does the fact the the slots on the screw heads are not facingg in a uniform direction mean the watch has been opened?Thanks

AP 15300ST online review
Where can I find some online reviews of the AP 15300ST? I've tried googling but not much coming up. Thanks

Final coming of 2014, and a very special one...
Greetings, friends!I had posted this on another forum, but I also want to post here for my TRF friends... :DIt's the Omega Speedmaster Perpetual Calendar Chronograph Moonphase, LE of 50 for Japanese market only, ref. BA 175.0037, celebrating the 700th anniversary of Switzerland. According to the Omega Museum website, it's apparently the most complicated watch Omega has made in series.I've always wanted a highly complicated watch, and I never imagined I would find one that is not only an Omega, but a Speedmaster. George (Kringkily) was been stellar in helping me to acquire it. It's a modular movement -- ETA 2892 with Kelek perpetual module -- but it checks lots of boxes for me and is a wonderful addition. It's 39mm in diameter and 13.5mm thick (almost a full mm thinner than a Speedy Pro!).In fact, it's even reduced the number of watches I still want, since it's hard to follow this one. :PWithout further ado, some early photos...but take my word that it's way prettier in person (kinda li

My First Step Into PP
After many years of collecting a variety of watches - mostly Rolex and Panerai, I finally took my first step into this world of Patek, and all I can say is wow. Over the years I have learned many things about my preferences, including a fondness for clean easy to read pieces that error on the sporty side.I spent considerable time in this area of the forum, and I have to say thanks to all of you. I feel like a was able to receive a free education in PP before taking the plunge.Yesterday, was the first day on the wrist, and here it is.[IMG][/IMG]My thoughts after a couple of days:This is the most comfortable watch I have ever owned. With the strap adjusted appropriately, it's hard to tell it is there.The sound of the rotor is mesmerizing. I love it, but I can see it being an issue for some.The rubber strap works. This was my biggest concern, but I wore it with a tie and jacket, and it never looked out of place.The dial is a true pleasure, especially in natural light. You will see t

So what is next?
I repressed my Panerai obsession to long. At one point I had four and went down to two, now back to 3 thinking about 4.233, 424, 449, 249, 372 (if I had the wrist). I kinda want a date, but all the date models are autos and thick (i.e. 388). I like them thinner. I know the older 424 had a date, but Cali and date doesn't catch my eye.