Confused upon which AP to buy.
I have decided to get an AP for my birthday but am not sure which one to get between the two I have chosen. These are the two I have chosen. My dilemma is I like the look of the first one but it only comes in Quartz whereas I really want an Automatic which only comes in the second one. Help!

Import delay with FedEx
My newly acquired and modded 2254.50 was on the other side of the world when I bought and paid for it on Tuesday, July 29. The seller's listing included Paypal fees and FedEx shipping. The seller promptly shipped the next day, Wednesday, with delivery scheduled on Thursday. The watch arrived in the US (Indianapolis, IN) at 2:31 AM on Thursday and was promptly dispatched to Athens, GA where it arrived an hour later with the words: clearance delay - import.Apparently the watch was then returned to Indianapolis where it sat while FedEx requested additional documentation from the seller. At 9:10 PM on August 5, the shipment was released and at 3:36 AM, August 6, departed for Athens, GA again. Later that morning (11:47) the watch was finally in my hands.The experience reminded me why I had always used EMS for international shipments. FedEx, UPS, DHL, etc., generate additional fees acting as customs brokers which explains the delay in delivering my 2254.50. Fortunately I was in no hurry and

Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 Question
I have a Omega Speedmaster 3510.50 and would like to get a NATO band for it. Could someone tell me the measurement in mm between the lugs so I can get the right size?Thanks!

Not sure about this colour combo
Changed a strap for the first time last night and I'm unsure about the colours. It almost matches my shirt. Thoughts?

Explorer 1 Models (36mm - 39mm)
Think Rolex should have two new models of the Explorer 1:- 39mm with 3230 (chronergy escapement, etc based on 3235)- 36mm with 2232 (syloxi hairspring, etc based on 2236)And I would definitely go for the 36mm (and probably give my trusty 114270 a well deserved vacation)... maybe in Basel 2020?