Going through airport customs - Germany
Hey all,I feel like it has been forever since I posted. I have a quick question about traveling internationally with my Omega Seamaster. In a month, I will be leaving for Europe and will be traveling through different countries. Did any of you have any trouble with airport customs when it came to going through the customs at the airport with your watch on. I've heard that 1. if they find a high end watch such as Omega, that they will check the watch for authenticity and either assess a custom duty fee or confiscate it if they believe it is counterfeit. Now, I'm not worried about the counterfeit piece, as I can back up the fact that it is authentic, but I am a bit concerned about customs duty fees. When I go through customs I will be wearing the watch. What are your guys' experiences with customs. The first part of my journey will be in Munich, Germany. Thanks!

The wait begins!
Thank you for all your help in helping me find my next timepiece!! Pictures in 3-4 days!(I already changed my avatar!)

Do I Have A Problem With My SMP 2594.52.00
I have a Seamaster Professional Chronograph 2594.52.00 and a converted 2531.80.00. When I hand wind my 2531.80.00 the action, is as smooth, as silk. However, when I hand wind my 2594.52.00, it feels as though something is grating either within the case or the crown is catching on something. The 2594.52.00 keeps perfect time, all functions work properly and the chronograph hands reset exactly where they should. Should the 2594.52.00 wind as smoothly as the 2531.80.00, or do I have a problem with the 2594.52.00 that requires repairing? The 2594.52.00 is just over four years old. Thanks in advance, Brian Thanks in advance, Brian

New strap for my Gondolo
I like it more the the stock strap....Matte finish and I think it sets the dial color off a bit better.

My First Panerai - Pam 610
Dear fellows,Yesterday I ordered my first Panerai, 610, from an AD. I'm excited and will post a couple pics when it comes this week, but a quick question..I searched here.. But, there isn't much posting or talk around 610 that looks like 610 is not a popular watch here.. Does anyone know why?? Is it just too old or too plain perhaps?