Seiko Chronograph Black Dial Stainless Steel Men's Watch SSB109

Fake Panerai 111?
Hi guysI am very new to watch ownership - a friend gave me his Panerai 111 for Xmas, and it was given to him by someone overseas. I went to look for the serial number to give to my insurance agent, and there IS NO SERIAL NUMBER ON THE BACK (see attached pics).Any advice? Is it defintiely a fake? Did Panerai every make any without serial numbers on the back, and if so, where would the serial numbers be located? I can't find one anywhere.It seems like a quality watch though, and forgetting a serial number seems to me to be a mistake that a copier wouldn't make...Would appreciate all advice.Aussie Phil Pleasanton CA

Buying vintage
When buying vintage do you just assume it needs servicing and calculate that into the overall price of the watch? If so, do most of you have someone local or do you ship to someone with a good reputation? Lastly, if a basic service is all that's required what do you expect to pay and what's the expected turnaround time? I'd love to have a nice vintage Omega or Longines, but I don't know if I have the $$ or patience. I've seen some models of other brands, particularly from Grumpyguy, that really caught my eye as well. I guess another option would be to keep a lookout for sales by trusted sellers here, but they're becoming fewer and fewer. If anyone knows of trustworthy eBay or other vintage sellers, please feel free to send me a PM. I haven't had great luck with sellers who claim their vintage watches were recently serviced. What a shock, I know.

My First AP: 26331ST Panda!
Just wanted to say hello to everyone here and include a couple of photos of my new 26331ST. It¡¯s my first AP and first from a ¡°higher end¡± brand. Before this watch, my collection primarily included Rolex, Omega, and Grand Seiko. I love chronographs and use the complication on a regular basis at work, so it was natural for me want a ROC as my first AP. I tried on a few ROCs at the AD, including the 26320 in both the white and black dials, and the 26331 white dial really stood out to me. I was never able to see or try on a blue dial ROC in-person, but I convinced myself that I would still prefer the white panda dial over it, as I just love the contrast of the sub-dials, as well as the silvery finish of the tapisserie dial. Besides the beauty of the dial, case and bracelet, I was very impressed with the feeling when engaging the chronograph buttons. It is so soft and refined compared to the other chronographs I have operated. I have a feeling it will not be my last Royal Oak watch

Submariner in exchange for Airking and Milgauss?
I currently own an Airking 116900 and Milgauss 116400 black dial. I am keen to own a Submariner and would be interested to see if it’s worth swapping them for one or waiting 2 years in UK for one to be available???

Reputable London dealers to sell my Rolex at.
Hi, a bit of a strange question but here goes.I have an opportunity to get a DSSD at a very good price, unfortunately I am a bit short of funds. I am looking at selling my Milgauss GV to seal the deal. Any places in London to sell it at a fair price ? As it's a spur of the moment sell, so no box or papers.Looked at Goldsmiths, but they appear a bit short of my expectations price wise. One Knightsbridge watch trader looked ok and they replied to my email with a fair offer, any other places I should try as well or avoid ? I tried internet searching but there appear to be dozens of second hand watch traders in London and I don't know which are ok or who I should avoid at all costs.If this breaks Forum rules / etiquette please PM me any details rather than post a reply.Best,Peter