VC Overseas Chrono vs AP Royal Oak Chrono- My specific issues
I purchased a 42mm Royal Oak Offshore Chrono (AP 26470) just after the revised model clear case back and movement visualization. I really like the watch. I am a big chrono fan even though I do not use the chrono function all that often.. Well I decided i wanted a nice thin-- sport like chrono and I already owned the IWC 3777 pilot. I ended up getting a VC Overseas Chrono not too long ago. I like the general appearance and design of the pushers--- and it has a fairly decent water resistance rating. I would never likely purposely take it into a pool or other major water source. I had considered a Royal Oak Chronograph (AP 26320) instead of the VC but thought perhaps it would be too similar to my ROO Chrono. Nonetheless I was at a shop the other day and say a few of the Royal Oak Chronos in person (had seen them before) and said wow I forgot the contrast and clarity of the dial and sub dials on this model. I don't need glasses to easily readThe one thing I don't like about the

A question for Diver owners...
I had a play with my rotating bezel a bit ago and noticed that when I unscrew the crown it feels different compared to the winding crown.The winding crown feels smoother than the internal bezel crown.It has always been like this and I have thought nothing of it until now but though I would just check this is normal to put my mind at ease!

Anyone have a Hulk & SubC Date?
AD called me and said they had a Hulk if I wanted it, I decided on the spot to take it, received it today.Current collection stands as a SubC Date, white dial DaytonaC, & now a Hulk. Thing is, I work for a tech company... most people in my office or meetings I attend wear smart watches, so only the SubC gets wrist time, as the DaytonaC would be out of place (even the SubC is a little much in most situations, but whatever, it is the watch I wear everyday).I was chasing down a Sky-Dweller, which I'll take when I get the call. I understand, I should wear everything, but that isn't the topic at hand - I like watches, even if it is just having them in my house/safe/possession, and not being worn frequently, so not looking to get into that. Current opinion I'm asking about, given my situation, is having the SubC & Hulk too redundant?

Is it me? Basel 2018 one month away but not much hype
Just wondering something I was checking the website today and Basel is one month away. Now, I could be wrong (Usually am ) but there doesn't seem to be much Hype this year. I am thinking last year, we had threads and threads of discussion on predictions, desires, fails etc. But it seems to this WIS that this year is somewhat subdued(?). Does anybody else sense that we are not as excited about this Basel as years past? No Paul... only you... you're the only one.

New incoming - their tactic worked!
Earlier this week my local AD hooked me up with a hulk when I went in to look at a DD40, this 'favour' meant I had no option but to go ahead with the DD40 purchase - I am a gentleman after all In all seriousness though, I am very pleased with this new purchase, Rolex's yellow gold is such a wonderful colour and the president bracelet combined with the fluted bezel is an absolutely winning combination. I had thought about a different dial but in the end it had to be the classic & iconic champagne with sticks The AD was kind enough to include a battery operated watch winder (much needed for my safe!) and a lovely Rolex overnight bag - plus I earned enough Avios for a weekend city break so will be able to use the bag soon. So a very satisfactory transaction and it's great to have a 'good' AD in my local city.Some pics of the arrival, meeting its new stablemate, and a couple of wrist shots in the sun.Cheers everyone RJ