Advice on how to buy a Patek
Hello,I am looking to buy a Patek for myself fairly soon... probably a ?20k-?30k model depending which model I decide to go for, deciding between the more dressy sans-complication, calatrava or a slightly less elegant, but more exciting annual calendar.I saw that a couple of retailers can sell to me tax-free (20% VAT taken off) so long as I am having it shipped to an address in Switzerland, which I could do... though it would be a hassle as I live and work in London! Alternatively Watches of Switzerland offer interest free finance for up to 3yrs... which on a ?20k watch is quite valuable and is more convenient for me. I always buy my Rolexes in the 2nd hand market, but the market doesn't seem to be so big for Patek... not the newer models in any case, and the discounts are not even that great.As such I'm looking for advice of the best way to purchase a Patek, go for the VAT-free way, take interest free credit or try and sit it out for a used deal to come up... or indeed any other solut

Wanting to join the Panerai camp
I am looking to replace my Breitling Steelfish and am seriously thinking about Panerai. The reason I sold the Steelfish was because it was just too heavy (listed at 122 grams-not sure with bracelet or not) and it was constantly sliding into my wrist bone. I could never get comfortable with it. I currently have a Submariner that I love dearly although i would not want anything smaller on my 7.5 wrist. I am looking at an entry level Panerai like the 111, 112 etc. since I really like the clear caseback. I don't know how the watches feel nor what sort of wrist presence to expect. I also don't know if a leather band will change the way it feels on the wrist versus a metal bracelet like on the Breitling. Or should I be looking at a titanium model?As always y'all's expertise is welcomed.

2018 Jubilee Teaser was prob GMT, but here is example of jub on Sub...
Found this searching around. I am sure that teaser from a GMT or is possibly (but not probably) going to be an option for a variety of their sports watches. I believe they want to differentiate the GMT much as they have done with the SD43.But here is an example of a Sub on a jubilee. Looks pretty nice, but I think the Sub stays with the Oyster bracelet until eternity.Example of Submariner on Jubilee bracelet

what size ss bracelet will fit my Tudor 79270?
What size stainless steel bracelet do I need for a Tudor 79270? I want a different than stock - I have one that is NOS, but I want to wear other bracelets with this chronograph from time to time. Do I need to buy 20mm (which is stock size), or will other sizes fix - 19mm? 18mm?

So what have you traded your Rolex for, besides another watch???
I hope this thread catches some attention. I always think , but never have traded or bartered my watch, because I'm the sole owner of only 1 watch. Yep, I'm that guy. But, I always have wondered, what have you traded your watch for, BESIDES another watch? Possibly a car, or cycle, or real estate, or bartered for some work. They say Rolex's are as good as cash, so lets test the theory. Thanks..