Why I wear AP
I have recently come out of the tunnel on a business deal/construction project took three nightmarish years. We still aren't 100% sure it will be a success, but I have survived three of the most awful partners fighting, threatening lawsuits, etc and are back on track. I feel like a giant cloud has been hanging over my head since it began.I was doing some thinking on my recent 15400 blue dial purchase and wondered why I was so attracted to this brand... Here are my thoughts:Just like an AP, our lives are a complex machine. Many moving parts work in harmony for the goal. Keeping them in balance is of the utmost importance. Parts that cause friction must be honed or removed. All parts must be made with both beauty and function in mind.When I look at my AP, it is a reminder to appreciate the beauty that goes into my work. Every day I am building my machine. A machine that keeps me and my family healthy and provides for us. I would like to think that owning an AP says a few things about the

Removing the rubber off the the Rubber Clad bezel
Hi all, I've seen another thread with a pic of a rgrc without the rubber coating and it looks amazing! My bezel isn't in greta shape and I tought I could do that. Does anyone know how to do it?TksEnviado do meu iPhone usando Tapatalk

5270 Collector's Response 2 Year's Later...
It's been two years since this newest Perp Calendar Chrono was introduced at BaselWorld. When I saw it, I loved it. IMO, simplistic yet bold, elegant with much less clutter than it's predecessor.However, I did not pull the trigger back in 2011. I have heard... way overpriced.. they didn't sell too many.. collector's would rather their 5970's.. etc etc. Two years later, does it still carry the same stigma? Prices have dropped significantly on them and I am wondering if it is the right time to pick one up? Looking forward to collector's thoughts.

A new Panerai Mare Nostrum Acciaio 42mm
This looks very nice. I dislike the faux patina though. Same movement as the original 1993 too.https://.hodinkee/articles/pa...mm-introducingThanksEverett

Would you pay extra $ for a Daytona with flyback?
Just a random thought after seeing some dressier chronographs with flyback capabilities..With the daytona being a sport watch geared for automotive racing wouldn't a flyback function be a logical and useful complication? Would an increase price be justified with this added complication? I don't think Rolex has ever made a flyback...right? Perhaps they are working on it...obligatory daytona picture: