Questions on new 2014 moonwatch
Couldn't resist wearing this on the new velcro, so if it goes as planned I will be posting an unboxing in the coming days.I know the sapphire sandwich is neither a true moonwatch nor NASA space qualified, but after hearing so much about the robustness of the 1861/1863 and how little have changed since Apollo 11, I'm drawn to enjoy it with a display back model.The trade off is sapphire over hesalite, which I'm ok with.Couple questions:Do we know if this model still comes with a red dot?How well has yours held up, any reports of it failing within warranty period?In terms of sourcing at MSRP $6250, would you:1) Joma at 37% off, no Omega warranty2) A non-AD in DC at 28% off, warranty another AD stamped3) Local AD with repeat business at 16% off with tax?

Should I buy this Patek?
This is being sold from a woman who used to sell watches on eBay and knew I was looking for an old Patek, that is affordable. She said she paid $6,000 for this from Ukraine but is willing to sell to me for $2900. What do you think? Hard to fake a vintage Patek? Antique (pre 1920)Gender: Men'sMovement: Mechanical: Hand-windingStyle: Luxury: Dress StylesDisplay: AnalogFeatures: ChronometerSerial Number: 98982Band Material: LeatherMOVEMENT: PATEK PHILIPPE & CO GENEVA - CHRONOMETER - SERIAL NO. 98982 - MFD. 1898CASE: EARLY SOLID STERLING SILVER CASE - SERIAL NO. 445768 - MADE BY J.DEPOLLIER & SON DIAL: FINEST ORIGINAL ENAMEL DIAL - ROMAN NUMERALS - OUTER MINUTE TRACKHANDS: ORIGINAL BLUED STEEL HANDSDIMENSIONS: DIAMETER 31 MILIMETERS - LUG TO LUG 37 MM - THICKNESS 8 MM WITHOUT CRYSTALBOX: NEW WATCH BOXRARE & EARLY gents wrist watch with PATEK PHILIPPE & CO GENEVA CHRONOMETER MOVEMENT - MADE FOR TIFFANY & CO NEW YOK, early solid sterling silver case in very good condition

Patek everyday wear?
Hey all,Just wondering if any PP owners wear theirs for everyday use? Ie: work, gym, etc...Thanks for reading, Hans.

Explorer II 16570 vs. DateJust Turn-O-Graph 116264
Shopping for my first Rolex and initially these two models weren't even on my radar, I'd been really focused on a vintage 1601/1603 for that classic look. However, the more I've researched and thought about it I'm finding that either of these could be a really great starter piece that I'd probably get more use out of. Considering I'm a youngish guy (mid-30's) I've had multiple people say that a sportier look would be better on me and easier to dress up or down.The 16570 seems to be much more common and appreciated and I like its more toned down look. Meanwhile the 116264 had a more limited production and doesn't get discussed much, but there's something about the sport bezel on the TOG dial with red date wheel and sec hand that gives it a best of both worlds quality that's really appealing. I've also heard the 16570 will likely hold its value better while the 116264 may not since people seem to have a love/hate reaction to it.I could easily flip a coin and be happy with either, but

Is the year the serial number/code on the bracelet to match the case serial year?
For example, I have an H serial 116200 and that refers to 2010 or newer and the bracelet is OP7 which refers to july 2006.Are those years supposed to match or is it fine that they don't match? Does that mean the bracelet was replaced/changed? I could not find any answers to this question.Thanks in advanced!