Patek Philippe Nautilus Automatic Moonphase Slate Grey Dial Men's Watch 5712G/001

A couple.
I've about quit wearing the beaters, although they have their place and I suredon't diss them, I'll wear one in the yard working but thats about it. I gotan image to uphold and life is too short to wear a cheap watch. So there.Bash me if you want to, fire away. I'd welcome a little of that.jim

Another day, another PAM
This is probably my most comfortable 47mm on the wrist because of the low weight.

Worldwide availability SS sports models
I thought it would be quite interesting to know the worldwide availability of Rolex SS sports models. In some countries like the UK for example you cant even get a Sub 114060 without being a couple of weeks or months in a waiting list. This is crazy For me as Im located in Germany I can say it depends of course on the model you are looking for but you could get if you're lucky a 116710LN or a 116610LN straight from the window, if not it should not take longer than a month to get it.Other lead times from many AD's around my area:Batman: 2-6 monthsHulk: 4-6 monthsSD 126600: 6-12 monthsBlue Sky Dweller: 2-3 yearsSS Daytona: not a chance to get on a listI have the impression in the US and Canada is a bit easier to buy a hard to get SS model depending where you live. Whats your experience? What are the lead times in your area?

The Rolex Explorer Range
I'm continuing to research the Explorer 1 to help make a decision on which of the Rolex Explorer 1's I will be looking to purchase, (money no object it would be the 1016 but due to the demand and value this may be a bit ambitious for my budget?)I did find the attached on the internet that may be of use to others in a similar situation,I'm based in England and would appreciate if anyone could advise as to the price range of Explorer 1's relevant to the dates posted and the watch being in a Good pre owned condition, my gut feeling so far is that the 114270 will be what I will be pursuing, although I've not ruled out a mid 90's 14270, decision's decisions..........

Advice re repair info please
I would appreciate a little advice please. Be much appreciated. We're in the UK, in Edinburgh Scotland.I bought a 116201 oyster bimetal rose gold white roman dial (used) from a reputable Rolex offical outlet a couple of years ago. I gave it to my father as a present. He dropped it and it stopped working so he took it into said retailer.We assumed (and I believe he was told) it was sent to Rolex. Had an email today (from the retailer) with no info from Rolex but advising new glass and crown as well as a service. We were not aware either of those were damaged. The email says The Rolex watch you left with us has been professionally examined by head watch technicians then goes on to say Rolex have advised the replacement parts.I have asked them to forward info from Rolex which has so far been met with silence. I feel as though they are pushing the additions which might be unnecessary. Should we be given info from Rolex and/or can we contact Rolex to discuss the work? You can imagine for ex