Historical Bulova Accutron Spaceview Electonic Watch Is Futuristic (For 1965); Immensely Collectible
There was a time when people were really sick of mechanical watches. The little machine movements are enjoying an enormous renaissance right now, but it was not always that way. In fact, back in the early 1990's the mechanical movement was all about to die. How did it get to that point?Back in the late 1950's, all you had at your disposal was mechanical movements, much of which were not very accurate. In an effort to provide more accurate, and affordable (relatively speaking) watches, companies began to search for new movements. Without going into a watch movement history lesson, suffice it to say that in late 1950's the electronic watch was almost ready for production. They were the precursor to quartz watches, which used what is called a "tuning fork" for accuracy and regulating the movement. Quartz watches use a vibrating quartz crystal instead of a tuning fork. Tuning fork watches proved to be much more accurate than mechanical watches and were powered by batteries, not the winding

Water resistance test before the 2 years expire...
Hi everyoneAs my 15300 is on it's way, I wanted to validate couple of things with you. Watch has been originally sold June 2011, so this coming june, it will be 2 years old. I have read on the AP website that if it is sent to the APSC for testing water resistance, they give a 3rd year of warranty.Questions I had is1: is it recommended to do anything else, I suppose no but ...2: will they refresh the case, bezel and bracelet to bring it to a like new ?3: how long does it take ?Reason I am asking is that the watch I got is pre-owned with some little marks on the bezel that I would like them removed at the same time, really nothing to worry about but just wanted your input.Cheers,

Considering joining the AP club.....
I've been eyeing all of the great discussion and fantastic watches on this AP forum, and I'm ready to take the plunge. Thinking about a Rose Gold version, and the RO Chronograph 41 mm, with the all black dial, has caught my attention. Anyone on the forum have this model? Was originally thinking of going with a white dial, but when I saw the black dial in the AP boutique, it looked very sharp. Couple of concerns though. Thinking that the all black dial maybe does not fully showcase the great detail on the face. Also, will the gold bezel easily scratch. I plan on wearing this watch as much as possible, so obviously want to make the right choice. Any of your thoughts on this model or any other Rose Gold that you would recommend, would be much appreciated.

1st Omega incoming
Just had the call off my AD to say my CK2998 was in and ready for collection Odd turn of events with this one, it was never on my radar but after the AD let me down on the Snoppy they mentioned this model and even though I've not seen it live but I liked it in pics and due to the muck up I could have the first they get it.Originally contemplated trading it straight away to a watch dealer as they are fetching a premium on the used market towards a Snoopy but just couldn't get the figures to work, and since then after seeing a few side by side pics of the CK2998 Vs Snoopy I've started to lean towards the CK2998 so maybe these turn of events were meant to be..Should pair up nicely with my 116600Pics to follow tomorrow after collection

talk me out of a 8500 PO
Ok guys/gals... i currently have an AP diver and a GMTIIC. previous watches a Breitling SA and a Pam 112. Im seriously considering the PO in 45.5 mm. I think for the money ill go ahead and get the bracelet and then grab an isofrane for it. I know the OEM rubber is supposed to be awesome but i cant hardly bring myself to pay the same for a rubber strap as a bracelet. I also hear the bracelets are hard to size. is this true? Im sold in the isofranes so thats a given. 22mm correct? i think the PO with the orange markers would give me something different in my collection even though i know the silver markers are more classic and probably my favorite version. i just need something different than my other two black face watches and i think the orange will set it off. im pretty sure on the 45.5 mm since i had no issues with a 44mm panerai. the 48mm super avenger was a tad heavy on bracelet for extended wear but im hoping the PO isnt as bad plus i can always throw the isofrane on