AP Diver in it's element
Just wanted to share some pics from a little vacation, I guess we answered the is it safe question!

X-33: help with setting time, cleaning needed?
I have an X-33 that was part of a military group buy with special engraving that has sentimental meaning.I believe the proper way of setting time was to set the digital time, then the analog hands would sync. While setting the digital time is easy, the analog hands aren't syncing properly.Any hints or suggestions?Has anyone here used LAWW for quartz watches? I live in Pasadena area and am less than 10 miles away, but wanted to troubleshoot for easy things myself.Thanks!

Polar Plaisted Expedition Speedmaster
Has anyone seen this on the 'Bay?.ebay/itm/SCARCE-OMEGA...item20bfd2c64bAccording to seller, they have documentation from Omega that it is one of four Speedmasters given to the expedition crew. Interesting history, but wonder if that history will bring anything close to the buy now price! Will be interesting to see what happens, if sold through the 'Bay.Does anyone have any sales history of other famous Speedmasters, such as those documented to have been worn during space flight?

Thinking of taking a break from the hobby...
It's a first world problem for sure. I love my watches but recently I picked up a dream car- Ferrari 488 and now I've been bitten by the car bug. By no means is it my first exotic or sports but it's the most intense car I've ever owned. Now I'm pining to get a Mclaren to add as a stablemate. And by freeing up some funds, maybe the new Mclaren p14 or a Ferrari f12 can be added to the collection.Hard to keep multiple expensive hobbies so I'm considering selling my Patek's to fund the car passion!Can I afford to do both. Well yeah. But just seems frivolous. How many of you have gotten in and out of the hobby? I figure delve in some high end cars for a bit and when I get sick of that, come back to watches.Not saying by any means I'm done with watches- just feel like taking a break. I guess the bigger question is how do you stop the urge to just live a normalExistence and not keep wasting errrr i mean investing money in these expensive hobbies. I just get bored so damn quick tha

My First Step Into PP
After many years of collecting a variety of watches - mostly Rolex and Panerai, I finally took my first step into this world of Patek, and all I can say is wow. Over the years I have learned many things about my preferences, including a fondness for clean easy to read pieces that error on the sporty side.I spent considerable time in this area of the forum, and I have to say thanks to all of you. I feel like a was able to receive a free education in PP before taking the plunge.Yesterday, was the first day on the wrist, and here it is.[IMG][/IMG]My thoughts after a couple of days:This is the most comfortable watch I have ever owned. With the strap adjusted appropriately, it's hard to tell it is there.The sound of the rotor is mesmerizing. I love it, but I can see it being an issue for some.The rubber strap works. This was my biggest concern, but I wore it with a tie and jacket, and it never looked out of place.The dial is a true pleasure, especially in natural light. You will see t