How to identify 90's Speedmaster
A local jeweler has a few 2nd-hand watches for sale, and has this older speedmaster. No box or papers...as is. They are not very knowledgable (neither am I).They think it is from the mid-90's, looks to be about 40-41mm, decent overall condition, and they want US$2100. for it.Where is the serial number (and model #, as there appears to be several Speedmasters), and can I track the date of manufacture like on a Rolex?

Omega on Top Gear.
Last season Jeremy Clarkson wears a 42mm PO on rubber. Now he is back with the XL version on rubber.

New Panerai
So I took the plunge and flipped my 214270 Explorer for a PAM 00024 Luminor Submersible. I found the Explorer wasn't getting as much wrist time as it deserved and I realized that I picked it up more because of its history and classic looks than it being something novel in my collection. I emailed DavidSW and set up the trade in about an hour's time. I will hopefully have it in hand by tomorrow and will post pictures once it arrives.Now time for my questions. I was able to source myself a rubber accordion dive strap with buckle to replace the one that comes standard with the model. I have heard only negative things regarding its comfort. I am looking to additionally pick up the OEM Panerai strap that comes with the PAM 00510 model. I think it's called Luminor Vintage. Does anyone have a good resource other than scouring the classifieds here or do I need to walk into a Panerai boutique?I am open to any other recommendations or suggestions from Submersible owners. Pics are of cou

Annoyed about AD experience
Hello everyone,I'm new to the forum and Rolexes in general.I have always wanted to start a real collection of these luxury watches and both my wife and I have been very fortunate to receive huge promotions recently which now allow this to become reality. For my first Rolex I really want a BLNR and also concurrently want to get my wife a new Diamond Tag Heuer Carrera. (I know!! BUT she has her heart set on this model when she saw it.) I also want to get her, her first Rolex for our anniversary. I want to be put on the list for a 43 mm sea dweller for myself and a Daytona C for my father as a thank you for all he has done for me in my earlier years to help me get where I am today. Anyways, armed with vast knowledge from TRF as I have been lurking the last year or so yesterday I set out to go try and make deal(s) happen at all of my close dealers to see stock and overall friendliness and try to develop a relationship but quickly realized that this is going to be a lot harder than I

Will sunlight bleach patina?
Was told the other day that sunlight would bleach patina! Is this true?Anyone have any watches that this has happened to? This makes me want to wear my 89' 16570 lessThanks. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk