AP Service question
I'll be dropping off my Bumblebee for service (obviously) next week.Do I only need to bring the watch?

Breitling for Bentley Flying B
Braved the crowds for Christmas shopping on the weekend, and happened to see a new Breitling for Bentley Flying B in a shop window. One of these:I must say, this is one rather different looking watch in the 'flesh'. My impressions after seeing photos, was one of a watch that was rather sleek, refined and worked well as a whole. However, I was very dissapointed when I actually saw the thing. It just looks really, really square, above all else.Large, ungainly and almost gaudy are other words that spring to mind. It's very attention-getting....oh...and shiny!I knew immediately what it was, even with only a quick glance.But that great hobnail style pattern. and the round dials almost dissapeared, and were overpowered by the actual case of the watch.But, these are just my first impressions. I normally like the size and heft of Breitlings, especially the more complicated ones, but this one just seemed a bit too different for my tastes.Anyone here seen one, or tried one on?

Omega Speedmaster repair
How often do you members think the Speedmaster needs to be repaired? Mine is about 9 years old and running 3 minutes slow a week. It is the yellow Schumacher version. Also, where is a good place to get it repaired in the Midwest? Milwaukee, Chicago area?

Would you buy your first Patek when .....
..... your life sucks. No details, but basically not a happy time. The 5711 is hard to get, but kinda feel like it would be associated to this difficult time. I'm leaning toward pass.

My plan for Rolex unavailability
Staching 20k away in muni bond and wait for the recession to hit. When folks stop buying because recession that's when I'll strike!