CK2998 bracelet fitting trouble
I purchased a CK2998 and separately a 1125 bracelet with 560 end links and for the life of me I can't get it installed despite using a burgeon spring bar tweezer. What am I missing, do I need shorter spring bars than those that came with the strap?Christian

will OME-98000297 black and white rubber strap fit speedy pro 3570.50?
part number OME-98000297from this is doesn't look like it, i know its for the seamaster, but i think it would look really good on speedy and something better for the summer months than the bracelet i can never get to fit right. i hoping someone has tried it or think it will.takes same deployant as leather straps that fit it.info from ofrieBlack and White Rubber Divers Strap 20 x 18 mm will fit Planet ocean watches.Similar strap as the 98000197 except that the OME-98000297 has form fitted curved end that fit curved of the the case lugs exactly and has black wavy design on back of strap.This strap is used on case number 168.1651, which is also used on model number 2901.50.81. The metal bracelet that fit case number 168.1651 is the 1580/952. This strap as well as 98000197 and 98000199 have also been used for on this case.Takes the Omega 18 mm Deployment Buckle 94521813. End with hole 100 mm long (about 3 13/16 inches), the first hole on other end is 45 mm (1 3/4) and last hole is at 90 mm

Patek - the basics of building a great collection
I am complete novice when it comes to Patek and would be interested in understanding what the basics are of putting together a great Patek collection (in case I win the lotto of course).What are the basic things to look for when buying a Patek?What do collectors value or dislike?What are the dos and don'ts of investing in Patek?How does the market think about/value white gold vs platinum, or rose vs yellow gold?What are the most liquid/understood watches/category of watches?How does wearing them affect the value?What are tips for trying to minmize wear?Should you try and have a strap for daily wear and one in the box?Can/should older watches be restored?Who restores them?It seems like perpetual calendar with chrono is a benchmark watch like the 1518,2499,3970,5970,5270 series.If you were going to build a collection of these as an example, should you try and have all one metal type like white gold, or vary the metals, or get one of each?How about the different series within these watche

Everyday or on occasion?
Curious if you wear your Panerai everyday or just for dress? I ask because I was asked that question while at a AD. I indicated everyday ..... Daily driver for me not just for dress up. What about you guys? I assume the watch is durable enough?Thanks

Show me your favorite blue dial?
BAM! Old school Run-D.M.C. kind of cool and blue in my 16618.. the play between gold and sunburst blue is pretty magical here :-)Some have asked for detailed shots..Thanks for looking :-)