Panerai Luminor Base

Any info on 1950's Cal 853 DeLuxe Automatics
I recently purchased an IWC Automatic "DeLuxe". I have found references to this watch in old IWC brochures and it appears to be very similar to the 1950's Ingeneur but without the anti-magnetic treatment. If you own one of these models or have any info on it I would be very grateful. THe watch I purchased is 18K yellow gold with a gold dial.

Vintage Illinois Spotlight - Blackhawk
OK Gang...Time for a nice super cool Illinois that is rarely seen in the wild...The 1931 Illinois Blackhawk with Original Bracelet!This bird came in 2 materials1) Chrome2) And 2 known Prototype examples in Aluminum.Back/Bracelet:Cover:Movement:3/0307/17Subs at 6Now one of the coolest features, is the rotor secometerA rotating disk inside vs. a handPrice when new: $37.50 in chromePrice today;$4000- $6000 in Aluminum$250- $850 in ChromeFF rarity rating6/6 Aluminum4/6 ChromeCase maker:PioneerTime period:ModerneDimentions:35 X 27 MMRJ007 Notes:I almost always have someone try to pry this off of my wrist when they see it.It is very hard to findOnly seen one on ebay.If you see one, Grab itIf you want more info on Illinois watches,Check out Fred Friedberg's wonderful book The Illinois Watch, the life and times of a great American Watch CompanyIf you don't have a copy, grab one!It has everything you need to know about these fantastic watches!

Could anyone please tell me which model this is?
Hello,I'm interested in buying this Audemars Piguet: https://.chrono24/en/audemars...-id3170279.htmI have not found any other information about this watch on the internet.I am interested in this as a daily wear watch. This is my first Audemars purchase. I am new to high end quality watches. I have a small wrist, so the 31.5mm size is fine with me. I'll likely switch to a cognac alligator strap since this will be worn daily/casually and I tend to wear cognac colored accessories casually.Is the 2080 movement a very reliable movement?Any general information you think a newby like myself should have? I promise I will not be offended if you give me very basic information. Please don't assume I know anything.This watch will have a fresh service before sale.Thank you in advance for all replies.

Dark of moon - Deposit in...anyone else?
Well...I'm officially on the wait list...Estimated arrival Jan/Feb/Mar..But, one of those first will be mine.Any one else commit?..I know alot of people are griping about the price, but honestly - it is very reasonably priced in my opinion...I can't wait for this one to arrive!

Which carrier would you choose to ship a Tudor from USA to Switzerland?
I'm selling a Tudor right now and the buyer is located in Zurich, Switzerland (I'll be shipping it from Texas). I've never shipped internationally before and am a bit nervous about it. For those that regularly ship internationally, which carrier would you recommend? I'd like to be able to insure the package, but I've heard there are insurance limits on international shipping. Is that somewhat accurate?Thank you in advance for the help.