AP magnet logo
Today i came home, and i got this surprise gift from my amazing friend Sam, thanks broI tried to put the magnet away from the case just to avoid being demagnitized 😂Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Incoming: custom speedmaster
Howdy, I just got my customized speedie, and I love it. A definite frankenwatch of all original Omega parts. The Mitsukoshi dial and handset. A 35th anniversary case and the 1861 movement. A couple pics and excuse my hairy arms. Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Who makes the caliber 8500?
I've always wondered who really makes the 8500? Does Omega make it in one of their factories in Switzerland or does one of their sister companies make it for them (ie ETA, Valjoux or Piguet)? I was reading through an older WatchTime the other day and came across this gem that I had previously missed. Exerpt is a quote from Nick Hayek Jr. in WatchTime: Omega Special Issue, October 2008, Omega is a Pioneering Brand, Nick Hayek Jr. interviewed by Rudiger Bucher, Page 38. (bold added by me)This caliber family [8500], which has a 100 percent Omega identity, will ultimately animate nearly all of Omega's mechanical watches, ... ETA maufactured Caliber 8500 under commision from Omega, which also directed and supervised the manufacturing. All of the investments were and still are borne by Omega. Naturally, Omega will continue to collaborate with ETA, and Nivarox will continue to supply the balance-springs. ... We're expanding the premises in Biel: part of the production for Omega - both T

Panerai as daily beater?? Post your pics!
Hey guys, looking for a daily wear Pam that I won't curse myself if I scratch it up.What models do you guys use for daily wear??

Glorious Journey
Greetings TRF members. Been a lurker for quite some time and have appreciated the opportunity to research and narrow down my search for the perfect 1st Rolex. My beautiful wife and I are currently in the Caribbean celebrating our 24th wedding anniversary when out of the blue this morning, she presents me with something nearly as beautiful as her, a gorgeous white faced DateJust II with fluted bezel on an oyster bracelet.My heart stopped and the tears welled up as I opened the present and realized what was before my eyes. The exact watch I have zeroed in on after much research with a beautiful wife/mother who continues to get joy from giving joy.Thankful to God for the perfect woman in my life who pays attention. As usual, this has been in the works between her and my two daughters for at least 6 months as it sat idle in the safe, only seeing the light of day long enough for my girls to take a picture with the watch on their wrist and a big smile months ago!Grateful today on my 24th ann