Concord C1 QuantumGravity Movement (And Whatever Upcoming Watch) Annoys Me
My problems with Concord all started with the "revitalization" of the brand a few years ago when the Concord C1 watch line was released. I wrote this article discussing how (and why) I didn't care for the design of the C1. The brand keeps coming out with new watches all based on the C1, some more hideous that others. Then came out the vertically aligned tourbillon watch, and most recently, the tourbillon version of the Concord C1 will be supplemented with this new movement, the C1 QuantumGravity - and I am thoroughly annoyed by it.It is funny, because other watches and watch companies do a lot of the same things that Concord is doing, but the marketing and attitude at Concord irks me the most. Namely, it is over-hyping and creating confusion around the new products that they release. Nothing about Concord's new watches impresses me. There is really nothing to impress anyone. They want you to think they have created the next great watch, but they haven't. They have just done the same th

Any personal experience buying from Dangerous 9 straps - Swiss Ammo?
Love the straps - although a long lead time. About 11-13 weeks.Not cheap but you can tell the guy is a real craftsman. Wonderful video on his site showing him making one strap end to end.Thanks!

Want to introduce you guys..
to the PAM 555, aka Istanbul Boutique Edition. 35 limited pieces only.These are the photos from the dealer, as my watch not arrived yet. Can't wait.Back of the case has the beautiful engraving of Hagia Sophia Mosque (formerly church) in Istanbul. True collectors item for a Panerai & Istanbul lover Here it is ;Enjoy,Salih

5-digit case profile white gold Submariner (16619)
I added a poll option so all the purists can vent their rage...I can't stand the super case profile on the new Subs, GMTs, etc. I've tried to like them and have owned them in the past - including an 116619. I sold them all and now own only a 16613.I have the opportunity to have an 116619 customized to exactly match the 5-digit case profile. I don't expect to ever sell it if I do this, but never is a long time. I know some purists will call this a franken. I know some people will say I'd never touch it. The market to sell will be smaller.That said, I'm trying to get an idea of the approximate real cost of doing this to decide if it's worth it to me. Real cost = cost of customization + depreciation hit.Thanks for helping!

Can I shower with my rolex? This should explain it.
https://.hodinkee/articles/ta...gs-really-mean