Breitling Superocean Heritage 46... Black or Blue?
I found a great price on both models. It is just so hard to choose!!!Both will be on the rubber strap.

The American - Speedy spotting
Was watching a commercial for the new George Clooney movie called The American when I noticed a small clip of the Speedy he was wearing. Thought he was the ambassador for the PO. Anyway, can anyone identify which model Speedy? I've never been any good at figuring out the differences. Sorry for the bad iPhone pic. The frame was in HD from DVR.

5960/1A Received Yesterday.
I stopped in yesterday to pick up a jewelry repair for my wife. The owner said he was just about to call me as he received a 5960/1A late the day before. I had just been talking to him about this watch and he didn't think he would see it before 2015. Bottom line - it is on my wrist this morning.

Torn on the 422, thoughts?
I had a PAM127 when they were first released, and loved the watch but had other Panerai's at the time and wore it very little. When prices went crazy I ended up selling it, though sadly well before they peaked. I think I sold it for around $10k. I've pared down my Panerai's to just an 111E that I bought new when that model was released, and only the historic models really appeal to me. I've been collecting Rolex's and a few Tudors and Omegas over the past three years, and sort of lost interest in Panerai's and haven't paid much attention to their recent stuff. I saw a 422 in a mall watch dealer and it sparked my interest again, as it reminds me so much of the 127 and the pricing seems somewhat reasonable. My biggest concern is that I'll get the watch and find that it's not a much different look than my 111, and ultimately the size will have me wearing the 111 much more than the 422. I've thought about selling the 111, but I've got it in for a full service and polish right now an

to polish or not polish
my new-to-me 16570 Polar Explorer II is at RSC right now. looks like it's never been serviced, and i have a quote for some normal service (movement servicing, new crown, timing, etc.) that includes polishing.i've put the question to them about the engraving (not mine), if that can be removed with a polish or if a new caseback is needed.they're awaiting my approval. my inclination is to not do the polish, but i wanted to get some opinions.i'm linking offsite to hi-res photos. i hope these provide enough clarity, and sorry for my poor photography skills.backbracelet9 sidecrown sidefront