Omega Seamaster Planet Ocean 42 mm Stainless Steel On Rubber

need help with a vintage oyster perpetual
i have a 1969 gold oyster perpetual. it is a gorgeous watch but gold is not my thing so it just sits in my jewelry box. i would like to sell or trade it for something else, like a stainless submariner. here's my problem: i have NO idea how to go about this, coupled with the fact that i have no idea what this watch is worth. on the recommendation of a friend (he's a wholesale jeweler) i took the watch to a jeweler he suggested for an appraisal; i hope to hear back from him over the next coupla days.not to show my hand or anything, but i would rather not nickel and dime negotiate. ultimately, i just want a fair price and not knowing what that is i'm afraid of being screwed. also, instead of just dumping the thing, i'd feel better getting the watch to someone who would appreciate it. my gut tells me that a jeweler would not give me the best price, but it would be easy and if the numbers are good enough i'd be content to trade the watch for another timepiece (i've always liked the

On The Wrist Today Saturday 8/4/2012
Invicta Reserve Subaqua Specialty GMT/Alarm 6211ISASWISS 8173 Quartz GMT/Alarm Movement 500M/WR

15202 ST vs 15400 OR
Long time lurker, first time poster.I am stuck in a enviable dilemma - I was offered the opportunity to buy a 15202 ST brand new from an AD, which I have been eyeing for years. However, I recently tried on a black dialed 15400OR on strap and also fell in love with it (a 99% second hand one). The 15400OR is a bit cheaper than the 15202 as well given that it's 2nd hand vs. brand new. My collection consists of a Jarno Trulli ROO, a 26320ST and a Rolex Sub. The JT and Sub are my daily wearers (I alternate days with both), whereas I rarely wear the 26320 as I find it a bit heavy and cumbersome for my 6.75 wrist. The 26320ST will be sold off once I pick either of these two. I really want to add a PM watch to my collection - but I feel that the 15400OR could be a bit too flashy for my lifestyle. On the other hand, while I like the bracelet of the 15202 very much, it is perhaps a bit too delicate for my lifestyle - and also partially killed my enjoyment of the 26320ST.Any help would be appreci

Instagram
Not sure how many folks here are on it, but I have found typing a reference in will give you hundreds of high quality photos. I prefer it to Google images. Most are taken with a newer cell phone so the resolution isn't as good as a high quality digital but a lot better than what I have found searching Google. For example, type in 15300 and see if you like what you see. Sent from my SM-N900T using Tapatalk

Calatrava - Robust Enough For Everyday Use?
Hello,I'm looking to get back into a Patek after a ten year absence. I once had a beautiful 60's Calatrava that I loved but it had seen some humidity over the years and it needed some significant work which was beyond my budget so I regretfully sold it. I now find myself in a position to once again consider getting another Patek and I am trying to decide which model to pursue. I originally was thinking about an Aquanaut but I keep seeing Calatravas that I really like. I am wondering if a more modern Calatrava would be robust enough to wear daily. I do walk to work and I have a seven year old son so sweat and the odd knock are going to happen. I currently wear a 70's Rolex Datejust most days and as much as I like it I would expect that if I bought another Patek I would want to wear it almost everyday.Do you guys think that a Calatrava would be up to the job?