AP collector in Dubai?
I would want to know if someone with a serious AP collection in Dubai would like to meet up. I will be travelling to that part of the world for holidays soon and would like to meet up with someone who is an avid collector with an avant garde AP line up. It always good to see various models in the flesh for future acquisitions.Thank youRegards Urooj

AP Offshore All Black Ceramic 44mm
Curious about this piece. Does anyone here owns the all black ceramic offshore 44mm? How is your ownership experience? Please share some photos here.

5522 �� la mode, or �� la carte?
During a recent interview, Patek Philippe President Thierry Stern was asked about allocation for the newly released 5522. Mr. Stern described his vision of the 5522 in steel as an affordable Patek, designed to be within reach of the new Patek enthusiast. A chance for those without the means to purchase one of Patek's more expensive complications to still have the opportunity to own something nice.He then expanded his thoughts further:It has to be a split that is fair for everybody. So the task for our own agency here in New York would be first to dispatch to all the retailers. And then the retailers will have the task to allocate them. But I really hope that they will also allocate those pieces to somebody who is not a very big collector. It has to be also for someone who as I just said, who is young, who is going to start with Patek Philippe; we should also give him the chance to wear such a piece.Without referencing any particular AD, I would ask Patek owners and forum readers to con

372 or 422?
I got the bug!

Panerai 233 on a green canvas strap
Just taking delivery of my green canvas strap from time connection. Will see how my 233 likes the new shoes. Still love the storm grey from toshi straps. The leather is so soft and supple on that one. This strap feels a little stiff at the moment so am hoping it will loosen up after a few wears.