Alexander Shorokoff Chronograph Kostya Tszyu Watch
I haven't spent much time covering this (Russian named) German brand, but they do make some cool stuff. This piece is a limited edition while a bit more mainstream with some interesting design cues. Yes, that bezel design is from a Vacheron Constantin Overseas. Alexander Shorokoff made this watch in honor of Russian champion boxer Kostya Tszyu and the piece has his name and silhouette all over it.Tszyu is another person on my list of "people I don't want to meet in a dark alley alone" but I have a feeling if you did run into him, it would help you out by wearing a watch with his name on it. The watch is actually part of a greater collection of timepieces from Alexander Shorokoff called the "Great Masters of Russia." Not sure who else got limited edition pieces but, clearly, the collection is meant to appeal to Russian customers. The watch is pretty neat looking and a fine interpretation of how to design a dial around an ETA Valjoux 7750. One thing that I have never seen before is how t

Servicing by independent watchmaker
Hello. I bought my first PP - a 5127 - a few months ago. Unfortunately it's about 5 years old and there's no way to determine whether it's been serviced.Hearing all the service time nightmares, I'm wondering about just letting an independent dealer on the internet service it. Anyone ever done that and come through the process ok? Anything to watch out for? Thanks!

Nautilus advert on Dragons den
Anyone else seen this? Stunning 5980/1R. On the opening credits worn by dragon Touker Suleyman. Clearly has good taste! Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Traveling for a Nautilus
I'll be traveling to Curacao and Singapore in September, and wanted to see if there are any Patek ADs that any TRF members would recommend in either of these locations. Also, could I expect to find any pricing advantages as compared to the US ADs? Thank you!

Daytona 116520 or Day-Date 18238/9
I'm planning a purchase of a new watch. Currently I have the 16600 Sea-Dweller. I'm looking at something in the USD 14k range and I have narrowed it down to the following:Daytona 116520:+Resale value+Low key-I think it looks good but not amazing (maybe it will grow on me)Day-Date 36mm (general)+Precious metal +The bracelet+A more dressy watch to complement my Sea-Dweller-Resale value not great (seems to be still at current levels)-Small?DD White gold+Stealthy (no problem at work)-Not very different from a Datejust from a quick glanceDD Yellow gold+Visible precious metal-Won't be able to wear it at workWhat do you think I should get? Perhaps something completely different?Edit:Adding a photo of me wearing a 18239 for size reference.