SIHH 2011 Recap: Safe Bet For the Watch World
SIHH 2011 is an event I almost did not attend �� but I am glad that I did. The story of my journey to this year's invite-only International Salon of Haute Horology is however, another story. The expansive halls of world's ��other' most important watch show are a temple of luxury and industry chimes �� you learn a lot by being there and listening, as well as seeing. Together, almost 20 brands that represent all of the Richemont and a few other accompanying high-end watch makers get together to show off their new products for 2011. For those attending, it is an annual pilgrimage, and for those who cannot enter, it is an enviable place to be invited.I'd like to first make a personal statement about being at the event �� I love it. While at home in California I write about watches from the seclusion of my home. I don't have an industry to surround myself with like those who live in Europe. Being at SIHH allows me to live my work. In addition to being in the element that I write about and see

AP grand prix strap
Hi guys,Need help. Bought a OEM strap for my carbon GP, the size is XS 29.3/24. Is this the smallest size? I'm at the first hole and it's still quite loose. Any info would be appreciated. Thanks

AP ROO Lava (LE of 99) - Thoughts, Opinions?
Looking for a new AP and was wondering if anyone here had any personal experience with the AP Lava LE of 99. I've attached a pic for reference for those who have no idea what I'm talking about. For a do it all AP, do you think it's a bit flashy or too over the top? I've tried to find pics online, but it's hard to get a glimpse of what the watch looks like in real life. I'm a serial flipper and wonder if I should hold out for something else. I currently have a 42mm 26170 but really want something ceramic with an open caseback (possibly the diver). My wrists are 6.25 and really don't think I could move up to the 44mm (26400) which I think is stunning - apart from the size. I have an opportunity to pick one up for a good price, and wanted the input of fellow enthusiasts. Any thoughts?

1171
I've been wearing my speedy on a leather strap or Nato since I got it a year ago........ always aiming to get a 1171 bracelet. But there has always been that other watch comming up on the radar before getting it. Every time I straped on the speedy thinking what it would look like with the bracelet. Now I know.Glad I got it, and I have to say that the speedy is a real shape shifter �C*tool on the Nato, leasure but elegant on leather and vintage on steel, Razzel, dazzel.Thanks for looking.

Should I sell two watches for Ceramic Pepsi ?
Prices for the Hulk and Batman has risen to a point where I'm considering of selling and purchasing a Ceramic Pepsi instead. Would you consider this trade ?My other watches are Patek 5726 1a, Ceramic Daytona, Patek 5960 1a , Speedy Pro, AP 15400 , Rolex 16710 Pepsi