Ginza 7...ARRIVAL!!!
My dear TRF friends, it has finally arrived. I went to the AP Boutique in Tokyo, Japan this past June. Although I had dreamed and thought about it, I had to see the Ginza 7 in person (even if I didn't have the cash on hand to buy ASAP). The future Mrs understands my addiction and humored the detour.This only made things worse. I'd think about it all the time. two months passed by... I decided... It was time.A ticket was booked. Calls were made. Emails were sent to the boutique. A wire transfer was put in place. Essentially this became a mission to extract a carbon timepiece from Japan. The only thing was I was going to be in a part of Japan a ways away from Tokyo. So I told the boutique I need delivery...No problem they said.Two days after sending a wire they told me it was on it's way...And now, I present to you...my grail and very first Forged Carbon Offshore as well as my third AP Offshore overall...THE GINZA 7 FORGED CARBON!!! (with mandatory unboxing)

Interested in Omega
Hello, I'm interested in picking up my first Omega. I like the classic look of this watch and think it would look great with a suit. However, I have bought mostly Rolex's in the past. Can anyone help me with this?? How do I know if its real? What is the value of the watch?? Thanks!!!

Is there an aftermarket rubber strap like the Aquanaut's?
Not sure where this should be posted but I'd like to find a similar pattern rubber strap like the Aquanaut's in 19mm to fit a 1974 cushion case Bulova Accuquartz.Mods, if there is a more correct forum for this question, would you move the thread to it?

5200G Gondolo Availability???
This new model was introduced at Basel 2013 and has yet to show up at AD's. Does anyone know the status or time frame for when it may arrive?? Thanks.

Any recommendations for a Strap "Wallet" / roll - for Deployants?
Looking for a way to keep my straps organized. I prefer Deployants - and I like to leave the buckles on. Now that I bought a couple inexpensive Panatime buckles, I'm a) hoping they work well and b) still not planning to remove the buckle even though they come off a little easier than the OEM.I'd like a nice leather - or possibly other material - organizer for say 6 straps.Can folks post their favorite brand of storage solution?Thanks