Oh no! I'm ruined!
I've been thinking about the new blue Omega AT 8500 that is showcased in Skyfall (image below taken from the internets).So I went to the boutique to try it on while sporting my own AP 15300. I leave feeling deflated about the Omega. I know its an apples and oranges comparison -- perhaps I should have worn another watch to avoid the comparison. I still may get the Omega, but my AP is just perfection. Has AP spoiled me for other brands!? Anyone else ever have an experience like this?

AT Skyfall Question
Does the Aqua Terra in 38.5 (Blue) have the Si14 addition in it? I don't see any mention of it regarding it's movement.

5712/1a or 5396g
Hi guys, which one would you prefer - 5712/1A Stainless Steel or the new 5396G (Grey Dial)? I have ordered the 5712 but it is gonna take a year to arrive. I saw the new 5396G from Basel and I'm in love with it. Cheers

Best Panerai aftermarket buckles?
Hi everyone,After buying a few aftermarket straps for my Pam's, I would like to buy a few buckles as I have only bought straps without buckles and put the original Pam buckle on them.I would like to buy 3, one in steel, on in titanium and one in PVD-DLC, the last one seems to be harder to find as I don't want a PVD but definitely a DLC, especially my 28 is DLC, and DLC is way harder to scratch.Does anyone know where they have good quality buckles but especially sell DLC one's?If you have any ideas how I could find thanks in advance, as I would like not to have to change buckle every time I change a strap.

I can't go back. Can you?
This is an observation, not a knock. I have been wearing Panerai for about 3-4years. First the 88, now the 422. Before that, Rolex only for a long time. Mostly sport models in SS. Long story short, the Rolex I miss the most and still admire greatly is the GMTIIC in SS. Mine kept crazy accurate time and I think it's the most striking and beautiful piece in the current Rolex SS line-up. A real gem.I have been wrestling with re-acquiring the GMTIIC. I visited my local AD yesterday, took off my 422 and tried it on. It is still beautiful, the craftsmanship remains world class, the bezel shines and the hint of green is perfect. But, it looked soooo small. I could not believe it. I'm 6' tall with nearly an 8 wrist. I had never before felt that a Rolex looked small on me but this damn thing looked puny. I left the AD feeling kind of down like one who left home never to return. Again, not a knock nor a commentary on craftsmanship, value, trendiness, etc., and I remain one who loves and respect