Alexander Shorokoff Chronograph Kostya Tszyu Watch
I haven't spent much time covering this (Russian named) German brand, but they do make some cool stuff. This piece is a limited edition while a bit more mainstream with some interesting design cues. Yes, that bezel design is from a Vacheron Constantin Overseas. Alexander Shorokoff made this watch in honor of Russian champion boxer Kostya Tszyu and the piece has his name and silhouette all over it.Tszyu is another person on my list of "people I don't want to meet in a dark alley alone" but I have a feeling if you did run into him, it would help you out by wearing a watch with his name on it. The watch is actually part of a greater collection of timepieces from Alexander Shorokoff called the "Great Masters of Russia." Not sure who else got limited edition pieces but, clearly, the collection is meant to appeal to Russian customers. The watch is pretty neat looking and a fine interpretation of how to design a dial around an ETA Valjoux 7750. One thing that I have never seen before is how t

Softening Croc strap
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Speedmaster Content
Today I added the brown leather strap for my Speedy Pro. I've had the black cordura strap for a little over a year. This watch brings me such great joy and I love how versatile it is. All accessories are OEM Omega hardware. The reference numbers are listed below if you are interested. Clasp: 94521833Brown Barenia Strap: CUZ006728 (replaced the 98000462)Black Cordura Strap: CWZ003436Now to some pictures. :)Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

SMP 300m Diver
Hi,Does anyone know if Omega will upgrade the 300m diver to a Master Co-Axial movement?I am trying hard to get a newer 2200.80 with the 2500d mov't as I like the wave dial pattern. Any chance of the wave coming back with a ceramic bezel and Master Co-Axial?Or am I asking too much?

Rolex as Investments?
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