RIP Robin Williams, Watch Guy
No one's death is something to be taken lightly but when someone like Robin Williams dies it causes society as a whole to pause. I was personally shocked, saddened, and depressed to hear that Robin Williams took his own life yesterday, August 11, 2014. The 63 year old actor and comedian surprised the world with news of his most unfortunate passing. I think I speak for most people who can say that Robin Williams is someone that influenced their lives in more than one way.For me, Robin Williams will always be among the wild, yet intellectual, corps of comedians to come out of the 1970s and 1980s. His energy was matched only by his intelligence and ability to funnel his emotions into a host of characters, who will remain as memorable as the man who played them. I don't even think it is worth listing some of the memorable roles he played because there are so many, and each person who was lucky enough to see him perform in various ways has their own personal connection with what he meant to

Is it a possibility to even see a 9300 movement in a smaller case?
I absolutely LOVE (dial, date, etc) the 44.25mm 9300 Speedmaster, however it looks too large on my 7 wrist and I was curious and hoping to see that movement in a smaller case. Is it even a possibility to see Omega release a smaller version (41-42mm) of the Speedmaster Date with the 9300 movement?

Papers
sorry if this is a stupid question, but I am new to Patekhow important is it to have the papers with a Patek?i am asking because i have seen a blue dial 5711 for around $4000 off the regular price, but it is lacking the papers... i can see reasons for them being more important than say with a rolex but if the lack of papers is reflected in the price, and considering this is one of the more basic pateks, would this make the deal worth considering?thanks

Worldwide availability SS sports models
I thought it would be quite interesting to know the worldwide availability of Rolex SS sports models. In some countries like the UK for example you cant even get a Sub 114060 without being a couple of weeks or months in a waiting list. This is crazy For me as Im located in Germany I can say it depends of course on the model you are looking for but you could get if you're lucky a 116710LN or a 116610LN straight from the window, if not it should not take longer than a month to get it.Other lead times from many AD's around my area:Batman: 2-6 monthsHulk: 4-6 monthsSD 126600: 6-12 monthsBlue Sky Dweller: 2-3 yearsSS Daytona: not a chance to get on a listI have the impression in the US and Canada is a bit easier to buy a hard to get SS model depending where you live. Whats your experience? What are the lead times in your area?

TUDOR HERITAGE BLACK BAY Dark vs. Steel, which one do you prefer?
Happy Friday everyone!Which do you guys prefer and why? I have also heard they are quite vulnerable to scratches, has anyone come across any issues with that?Share your thoughts/experience Are you able to get any discount on these models btw?Cheers and have an enjoyable weekend!