Omega Speedmaster Professional

Longines Avigation Type A-7 Watch
Allow us to introduce the Longines Avigation Type A-7, a new monopusher chronograph with an offset dial design meant to recall Longines' rich history in aviation watches. This new chronograph has been released as a modern interpretation of a design from the 1930's that carried the US Army designation of "Type A-7" suggesting it has been specifically created with Army pilots in mind.The Type A-7 employs a 47mm stainless steel case that allows for a large and legible dial design that allowed pilots to easily and quickly check the time or chronograph. Additionally, the Type A-7 features an over sized crown and integrated monopusher chronograph control which means the 30 minute chronograph is simple to use (much like a stop watch) and the crown and pusher system can easily be used even when a pilot is wearing gloves.Inside, the Type A-7 features the same L788.2 column wheel chronograph movement used within the L27764213 Monopusher Chronograph we saw in Paris earlier this year (seen below).

Explorer II Discontinuation
I was in Singapore recently and spoke to an AD there about a few watches. He said the the current Explorer II was likely to be discontinued soon.Has anyone heard this along the grapevine?If this is so will the Explorer II become a collector piece?

Removing the bracelet from a Yatchmaster
I need some help here, please. I tried to remove the bracelet from my Yatchmaster for cleaning purposes. I put a little pick, (not sure what the proper term is) and depress the pin on one side. By the time I go to the other side, the first pin pops back into position. The bracelet doesn't have enough play in it to pull the first side down away from the watch, consequently, by the time I go to the other side of the pin to depress it, the first side pops into the hole in the watch head again. Do I need a type of device that depresses both sides of the pin at the same time in order to get this bracelet off. I don't have this trouble with my Tag. The first side of the Tag pops off and there is some play in the bracelet to pull it away from the watch, then I can get the other side. Any help here, or suggestions would be greatly appreciated.ThanksRob

An unusual band
Quite a while ago I bought my father a Hamilton Selfwinding watch. When the gold tone started wearing off the band was removed but misplaced. This was 25-30 years ago I believe.The band is very unusual, I think. Here is the watch. Here is a close-up of the lugs.I've been searching for a band but I think it will be tough to turn one of these types up. Would anyone here know where to find one?

Glash¨¹tte Original Trivia Contest!!!
Glash¨¹tte Original has generously donated some fantastic prizes for a trivia contest going on this week in the German Watch Forum - just click on the link below to check out the contest:Glash¨¹tte Original Trivia Contest!!!PATRON SUPPORTER PROGRAM PROMOTION THROUGH THE END OF DECEMBERSeveral members of WATCH TALK FORUMS have already joined the WTF Patron Program since it was announced last week - THANK YOU ONE AND ALL!!!In order to encourage additional participation in the Patron Supporter Program, some of our WTF Forum Sponsors are stepping up with some great prizes which will be given away via random drawing to those who participate in the WTF Patron Supporter Program. In addition to some watch manufacturer hats, pens, and other items I have, here is what WTF Forum Sponsor Boschett Timepieces has offered up to members: For a $10 contribution - 1 free Boschett money clipFor a $25 contribution - 1 free Boschett two-watch travel caseFor a $50 or above contribution - 1 $50 discount off a