Patek Philippe Ellipse Gentleman's Automatic, Ref. 3589, Warranty Papers

Horology 101 - titanium
Titanium is one of the most prolific elements on Earth, but extruding it from its basic ore is an expensive and time consuming effort. A processing method developed in the 1930's by Wilhelm Kroll spawned the use of the metal in the 1950's. Since titanium is almost 50% lighter and about 30% stronger than steel it became a natural choice for the aerospace industry. An added bonus is it's superior corrosion & heat resistance. The marine industry also uses titanium; the Navy builds submarines & propellers from it along with engine parts & shafts. When exposed to air it oxidizes like other metals. The difference is it doesn't rust - it forms a protective surface shield which makes it immune to salt water corrosion. This fact didn't go unnoticed by manufacturers since it makes a great material for dive watches. IWC pioneered the use of titanium in the 1970's, and the success of the Porsche Design Chronograph was a big part of the positive turnaround by the company. In 1984 they f

Omega Durability
Hi All:I was thinking seriously about a Speedy recently. I love the way they look, and I know when NASA stress tested them to become the moon watch they beat out Rolex and Longines-Wittnauer, so I figure they have to be well made and accurate. However... I have also heard that if you move your hand around violently enough enough you can send the rotor through the spring - there's no plate separating the two inside the watch. Does this sound right? Anyone actually have this happen?

Bracelet/Strap Ideas for Omega Seamaster Pro (2531.80)
I've been thinking about getting another strap or bracelet for my Omega because I kind of want a little change after 11 years, although after the recent service, the bracelet does look pretty nice. I do like the Omega deployment clasp with silicone strap, but I don't want to spend $500 getting it set up and not like it if it makes me sweaty.I came across this seller on ebay with some mesh straps.Option from ebay seller id = wjean28.ebay/itm/120587374735...ht_5928wt_1092I saw Dan Pierce's Seiko with Strapcode mesh and really liked it as well.i129.photobucket/albums/p...r/P1160912.jpgOptions from Strapcode, which do you think would look nice on my Omega?PolishBrushedI may post more of my thoughts later, such as NATO straps, or ISOfrane straps, etc. Just wanted some feedback on this mesh idea first.Thanks!

how come so cheap???
fakes????found a site selling junk omegas?!

Plane has landed
A few weeks back I posted a thread as I was contemplating between a 233 vs. 2016 IWC BP. I currently own a 557 and 425. After further assessment I pulled the trigger on the new 2016 IWC BP with the number 9 and original location of the index triangle. My PAMs have a different feel but this BP is in another level. It feels nostalgic watching the second hand sweeps and a pure bliss to wear on your wrist. Don't get me wrong I love my PAMs but to be honest its tends to get boring when they have numerous iterations of the same watch. Please enjoy the pics and thanks again for all your feedback.