BEST FROM: watches-dealer & Friends May 22, 2015
We have recently introduced a new series called "Cost of Entry" which features the most affordable model offered by a popular watch company, and we are kicking the series off with none other than Rolex. Speaking of Rolex, we are also taking a close look at their sister company Tudor, and how their newest watches and recently announced in-house movement are going to affect the market for Swiss tool watches.It is often said that the best way to engage customers (and the press) is to invite them to tour the manufacture �C we have dozens of manufacture visit articles published here, on watches-dealer. The chance to go on a trip aside, it is through these articles that we can get?closest to the craftsmen and artisans who manufacture the watch,?and such trips are always enlightening and eye-opening. In this round-up, we show you what goes on behind the scenes at one of the oldest and most respected names in the business - Minerva.And to end the month of May, we are also looking at new watches

Rubber strap for the the 39-42mm royal oak models?
Does anyone know if they exist and what do you think of a rubber strap on a RO?

Hacking the 324 movement. Will this hurt the watch?
A random video popped up while I was on YouTube and the guy showed a way to hack the seconds hand on his Aquanaut 5167. Just thought it was interesting more than anything else since have seen so many haters complain about the lack of this feature. I'm not very knowledgeable at all when it comes to watch mechanics so honestly have no idea if this is harmful, common knowledge, or unique to this movement. Anyway thought I would share for any opinions about this hacking work around. https://m.youtube/watch?v=ZvbpMg1Zlzg

T Serial 16570 Back From RSC
Started this process back in February. So took about 2 months door to door. Generally use a good friend who is a CW21 for any watch servicing, but decided to send the Exp II in for a full RSC treatment. Mainly because I wanted to order a new bracelet for it. Ended up doing a full service + new crystal, bezel, crown and bracelet. Even though she has lug holes, I went with the SEL 78790A bracelet which fits perfectly. In the end the RSC bill was about what I paid for the watch initially. She is a T serial from 1996 ish and had never had the caseback off. This is actually the first Rolex I have ever had that stopped running. I guess 20+ years of performance without a service is actually quite remarkable and speaks to Rolex toughness. Basically looks like a brand new watch IMO. Glad to have her back in the rotation and have nothing but positive things to say about RSC Dallas. Some crappy phone pics, but hopefully shows the nice work RSC performed.

Pepsi help
Hi guys what's your thoughts on this please.It's a 1999 no box or papers but from a well respected trader and it's under ��5000 !Do you think it's a solid investment bearing in mind I would probably send it in for a RSC for a service so would have to fillter that in to the equation.Many thanks 😃