Omega Constellation Luxury Edition 24 mm Red Gold

Replacing crown with smaller one?
Sorry, but I'm a newbie. Is it possible to replace the crown on a new Hamilton Khaki (it's an automatic, but I don't remember the exact model) with a smaller one? If so, what's the estimated cost and where could I get it done? Thank you! Ethan

Night Before WIS-mas - A Holiday Poem
By boscoe with apologies to Clement Clark Moore'Twas the night before WISmas, when all through the forumsNot creature was talking about Edox or CorumsThe factoids were all posted by the Moderators with careIn hopes that The Lalo soon would be thereHoust-Zin was nestled all snug in his bedHe'd wake up tomorrow with a hung-over headAnd Foggy in his kerchief and Steve in his capHad just finished debating if Renato was crapWhen out on the Web there arose such a noiseIt had to be Rusty and the Cheeseland boyzDashing from my desk, I went to their placeThe smelliest spot in all cyber-spaceI tore open the threads and read the repliesFrom tatooine, falcone and the other wiseguysThe cheese on the crest of a bright yellow boxGave a whiff of Gouda and old gym socksWhen what to my wondering eyes did appearBut a miniature S-1 with eight Swiss Parts gearsWith a silver-tongued devil, so lively and shallowI knew in a moment, it must be The LaloMore rapid than FedEx, his minions they cameAnd he whistled

Patek 5196 has all the DNA of the original 96
I acquired the 5196R by chance in some ways 2 weeks ago, at the same time as my 5164R.I have seen numerous posts on the 5196 vs Lange 1815, Saxonia, VC Patrimony, I do not intend to repeat those forum topics already addressed but I would just like to simply add that this piece really has a vintage aspect to it. The others have a much more modern feel to them (even the 5296 etc are very modern in their presentation).If you prefer a vintage looking piece but a current line up, you may want to consider the 5196. The curved, silver-brushed linen dial, the golden minute dot indexes, the baton hour indexes, the dauphine hands really stand out in natural daylight and is absolutely a direct descend of the 96 in its DNA. You have to see it in person to appreciate these details. And it is so comfortable to wear and surprisingly easy to match for a daily watch. I am enjoying every moment of it.Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk

Does the SS Pepsi gmt introduction change your confidence in Rolex WG models?
The most interesting thing to me about the release of the new SS Pepsi gmt is that Rolex seems to be no longer honoring the exclusivity of the WG color configurations in their product line.Does this change your perception of WG models? If you're planning to buy WG or already own one, how does this change your perception about WG, if at all? Very curious to hear the thoughts of others.

Rolex Submariner Vs. Explorer II (First Rolex Watch)
Hello Everyone,I have a dilemma I hope you can help me with. It takes me a LONG time to research and make up my mind when I purchase something so I hope you experts can provide some guidance in which direction I should go in purchasing my first Rolex.I have always wanted a Submariner but I was doing a little research and I am actually tempted in buying the Explorer II. I know the the general differences like what they both were made for but I really don't know what one would be the best in overall quality and ruggedness. I enjoy swimming and I am always doing outdoor activities so I need something that will hold up. I heard the Sub bezel is somewhat fragile and the Exp's bezel is stationary so basically what I am wanting to know is what watch would involve the least amount of work/maintenance over a lifetime? I have found a Sub (no date) but I heard it was not cosc certified. Is that something to worry about?Also, I am going to buy a pre-owned Rolex so I need some suggestions on some q