Calling all Houston, Tx Owners/ADs
Hey folks, Newbie here... I've been a Panerai guy for the last few years and am getting ready to jump into an AP. I've tried the 42mm ROO's when I was in Vegas a few times and on my 6 wrist, it looked too big. However, now that I'm ready to buy, I want to try it again. I don't think there are any boutiques in Houston but are there are any AD's? I was also hoping to meet some local AP folks that wouldn't mind meeting up for coffee (on me) and educating me a little about on AP and their ownership experience. Anyway, any input is appreciated.Here's an obligatory shot of my past and current Panerais. Pam 48 Pam 183Pam 88Edwin

The $108200.00 Omega Tourbillon Ltd 88 Pieces
A nice TRF member from Australia came to visit in the Washington DC area and I took the opportunity to show him some AD's in our area.We went to the Omega Boutique in Tyson Corner II.And saw this Omega Tourbillon beauty.She is a beauty to behold.

The Perfet Patek
In my humble opinion the 5159 is the perfect Patek.Why?It is a grand complication.It is an officers case.It's is in white gold.It is on a leather strap.It has the Calatrava deployment clasp.It's quite small.It has a vintage feel.All adding up to the ethos of what a Patek should be.

Rolex case back carnage #5
And still they come, 5 different case backs .... It has me wondering ... Why??

First time buyer
I'd like your thoughts on my experience (so far). Let me start by saying I do not consider myself a collector and have never before today spent over $500 on a watch.I really hope I'm not getting screwed. I just purchased my first Rolex today. A Oyster Perpetual 36mm with a Red Grape dial. After doing a lot of research online for sellers with positive ratings I came across a company called Avi & Co New York. They are a seller on Crono24 with great reviews and have excellent reviews across Yelp. They also have a physical store in New York.As I wait for my watch to be shipped and delivered I am having some buyers remorse anxiety of buying from an unauthorized dealer. The watch sales retail from and authorized dealer for $5,400.00 but Avi & Co sold it for $4,399.00 for credit card or $4,269.00 tax free with shipping included (Brand New, never worn, manufacturer plastic still attached. The seller contacted me today and confirmed he received my wire payment and got my shipping inform