Cartier Ballon Bleu de Cartier W69012Z4 28mm Stainless Steel Case White Dial Watch

Movement 1120. Need history lesson!
I know about the Valjilux 7750 movement (had that in other watches), but can anyone tell me about the Seamaster 1120 movement? Inhouse? Reliability ect.?Thanks!2250.54 on way!I searched and found this:The 1120 (created in 1996) is based on the ETA 2892-A2 which has been around since the mid 1970's. It's a great design and capable of very good performance. The 2500 has been discussed several times here. It's the 1120 with a retro-fitted and slightly reshaped co-axial escapement added. Omega went through 3 different incarnations (A, B,and C versions) because of problems but the C's seem to be fine. The 8500 was built from the ground up to function with the co-axial escapement so I'm predicting very good performance.

When Are Photos TOO Good?
I came across the Oris last night and what frequently happens to us, did. I like it. But it looks way to good for it's vintage and as I'm not a photographer, I don't know if this has been photo shopped to the extreme. Some of you post great photos of your own watches, so I'd like your feedback. Thanks.Classic Mens Swiss Oris 1960's Date Pointer Stainless Manual Wind T512

Purchase of new clasp not allowed?
About two months ago, I purchased a bumblebee with the standard hornback strap and titanium clasp. From a former purchase I have an original rubber strap which fits the titanium clasp, but just to have two complete sets of strap/clasp, I contacted the only AP AD in Denmark and asked them for a price on a clasp. The salesman returned after a minute of silence and said, that AP didn't allow them to sell clasps or any other spare part for that matter, without the exchange of a defective or worn identical spare part. I don't really mind going for an after market part, but choices in europe seems more limited So is this really the official policy everywhere? I had the notion, that you guys in the states could purchase almost anything anytime?Any suggestions on an after market brand in europe? Thanks....

My first Rolex - Submariner Date 116610LN
Greetings. I just got into watch collecting this past year and finally pulled the trigger on the Sub Date this past weekend. It's the best all-around watch. I love the bracelet is all brushed so it will wear well with fewer scratches than polished links, etc. I'm afraid I won't want to wear my other watches for some time now. :) And I got a small discount at an area AD where others didn't even have in stock, so I feel confident in my purchase. Happy to be a part of the Rolex family now! :)

Daytona Leather/croc strap black and Blue
Hi all,I¡¯m new to this. I have a Daytona 116518 and would like to purchase a black and dark blue leather or croc strap.I have the original brown strap that came with the watch but I would like a change. Do I have to purchase a genuine Rolex strap or can anyone recommend an after market Strap. I have looked but I¡¯m struggling to find.ThanksDean