Bring a Loupe: A Diverse Selection Ranging From A $500 Takano To A $25,000 Rolex GMT Retailed By Tif
This Bring A Loupe looks at unusual watches, all with a twist that makes them collectible in their own right. We start strong with a rare military Omega, and a minty Rolex GMT-Master retailed by Tiffany. Chronograph love is there this week as well, with an undervalued Minerva and an unexpected Universal Geneve Aero-Compax. And you'll discover a couple of defunct brands, including the ephemeral Takano and the budget-friendly Clebar. This is your Bring A Loupe for February 26, 2016. An Omega Military Reference CK 2777 With Original Thin Arrow Dial 1 OF 8 You might remember this super rare military Omega from our visit to Omega's museum collection, here. The Reference CK 2777 represents a crucial step for Omega: a 37mm antimagnetic watch to answer a special order from the British Minister of Defense for the Air Force, in 1952. This reference fights magnetism with a thicker dial and inner soft iron cage, exactly like the first Railmaster CK2914 launched in 1957

Discount on AP 26331ST Blue Dial
I am almost ready to pull the trigger on 26331ST Blue Dial Chrono. Has anyone had any history with any discounts from AD or non AD?thanks in advance

HELP! I am againts the wall here.
Hi Guys I really need your help bad this time. I walked my trusted AD today and like the God father He made me an offer I cant refuse.Well actually he made me two offers but I can only accept one and I need your knowledge and instinc on this one guys. Basically he tempted me with this:Royal oak Diver 16korRoyal oak Chrono 39 mm white face for 16k (This is the discontinued model)What should I do? What should I get?Please advice guys. Here is a stock photo of both.

Thoughts on PP 5180
I am thinking of buying this model. My AD told me to be patient with it. I have never seen it in real life. Would appreciate to have the views from owners. Thank you.

Panerai Luminor Chrono Pam 310 Strap
I just got a new 310 but would like a brown strap and not the black. Where is the best place to find a Pam replacement strap?