ELYSEE Aviator Automatic Watch Winner
Congrats to Dean that was the lucky winner of the ELYSEE Aviator Automatic watch that was the aBlogtoReadwatches-dealer giveaway of May 2011. Here are his thoughts:"I have been waiting anxiously for this watch to arrive since your last email, and on Thursday it finally arrived.I was so exited I gave the UPS guy a hug.The box was impressive and meticulous, as is anything German or Swiss.As soon as I held the watch in my hand I felt the quality in the weight and in the materials. and I realized that this is the highest quality and the best piece of human engineering I've ever held in my hand.I've been wearing the watch for the past three days and it is very comfortable and fits me perfectly. it never feels too heavy or bulky.I love putting it close to my ear and listening to the fast ticking of the second hand.It came with simple to understand instructions on how to get it started and set.The box has a main compartment for the watch and a little drawer to hold parts or accessories. it is

After a couple of hours . . .
fiddling with spring bars (curved and straight), the FOIS is again dressed for the heat and humidity of the Georgia summer:I wish Omega would make end pieces for the ref. 1125 bracelet that would line up with the lug holes of the FOIS. That would make for a simple fix.

5040 new price.
Hi folks, Can anyone give me a rough idea of what the new price of a 5040 (preferably G or R) was in the UK? I've lusted after one for a while now and having tried on its bigger brother the 5940 at the weekend, I think it might be time to consider actually buying one more seriously! Having seen the new price of that (��57k) I'd be interested to know what the 5040 was going for new?Grateful for any help you could offer.

New Submariner Date
I have really enjoyed my no date two line Submariner the last few years, but found myself wanting to try the Submariner with date. No dealer in my area had one in stock but I located one in the Dallas area. Love it! I think my next addition to my collection will be exploring different color combinations within the Submariner line. As always thanks to all the TRF forum members for the consistent advice. John

Daytona(Pre-Owned)
Chrono24(Fairish Price) if anyone is looking I figured I would post.https://.chrono24/rolex/dayto...-id7328473.htmMods, if this is against forums rules my apologies and delete post.