Initial Impression: Bulova 96A102 Commemorative Hack Watch
I was drawn to the Bulova 96A102 for a few reasons: It has a seconds subdial, it can be found reliably for under $100 and its looks, though military, are from a very different era and it stands out amongst the current crop of military inspired watches. Turns out that this watch is a reissue of the hack watch that Bulova made for the US armed forces during World War 2. For those who don't know, a hack watch is a mechanical watch where the seconds hand can be stopped for exact setting of time, which is very necessary for synchronizing soldiers. This reissue is a quartz movement, so the second stops as well, but it is technically not a hack movement. Regardless, the history of this watch adds authenticity to its design, and makes it a more interesting piece.So far, I find the watch to be a great purchase. It is well built, but on the lighter side, making it very comfortable to wear, especially in the warm weather. It measures 40 x 11mm with a lug width of 20mm, so it is a nice medium size

What do you think about this novelty ?
Don't know the price, but if reasonable i am thinking about changing my steel roc blue dial with this piece. I think this is stunning.

Where to buy an Orange stitched PO strap?
Hey guys,I bought my PO at an AD... I would like to have that orange stitched strap... Will the AD order it? Is Ebay a good place (but I worry about it being fake). Any resources will be great. What can I expect to pay?Thanks

How the news broke!...
I'm not a prolific forum poster by any means yet visit multiple times a day! Though a recent notification of arrival has spurred me on��I'm normally the recipient of emails from a demanding customer or my manager wanting to discuss the next crisis so imagine my surprise when the following popped in my inbox!Subject: 5131RHi JohnAre you sat down?The 5131R is ready for delivery! Could you let me know your home address so Patek can print it on the warranty for us��Kind regardsAndrewIt got my attention alright, my co-workers thinking I'd had a funny turn by my reaction! All being well I will collect my watch on my birthday very soon.

Gold hands
I never quite understood the appeal of gold hands in a steel cased Panerai until yesterday. WOW! In the right light, they REALLY GLOW / STAND OUT against the dial. It even seems to enhance legibility (although that's not much of an issue on a big faced Panerai watch). Mesmerizing. Anyone have pics of what I'm talking about?