Speedmaster retro'd with new clasp
I know it has been done before but I thought I would show mine. Just bought the links and clasp from the Omega boutique in KOP, PA. I was in between links and the newer bracelet does not have half links. Fits perfect now!IMG_3296.jpg

5170g vs ALS 1815 Chronograph Boutique Edition
I noticed there was an old post on a similar topic, but now that ALS released the boutique edition what would you guys choose?I'm currently debating between these two pieces and any advice would be appreciated.

Finally visiting Florence - strap maker recommendations?
Hey guys,I'm in Florence for the next couple days, finally getting to see the Panerai Flagship Boutique, and will also try to visit Di Stefano Straps and perhaps Manifatture Firenze.Do you have any other strap maker / leather works recommendations to visit while here?Cheers

Advice on a First Panerai
Im quite a newbie just joined the forum I own a few fine watches a hublot and 2 rolex's but I am enamoured by the pure simple elegance of the luminor and I have to have one so it will be a preowned watch I have about 4-5K to spend can you experienced folk make any recomendation on age and model number I should be in search of.Thanks in advance Ed

Some thoughts on the Daytona White Gold as well as info from an AD......
First off, I'm considering adding to my current 3 watch collection with the purchase of an IWC Portuguese Chrono Auto Blue dial, along with either 1 of the following:1. Rolex Daytona in white gold with Oysterflex strap (haven't been able to see in person yet). 2. Rolex YM with Everose gold case and Oysterflex strap (so far my favorite higher end rolex that I have been able to see and try on in person) and the only 'gold' color rolex I would ever consider (among everose or yellow gold watches).3. PP Nautilus 5726 with a black leather strap -- my holy grail watch4. AP 39mm Jumbo Royal Oak with dark blue dial and titanium/platinum case (limited to 250 pieces-- and my 'holy grail' 1b to the PP). If I can't get this, then the SS 39 mm Jumbo with blue dial.Now, regarding the Rolexes, this is what I've been told regarding value retention between the two I'm looking at: -The AD told me that while the white gold Daytona is currently selling very well among grey market dealers (i.e. littl