Ronin

The biggest flaw that jumps out at me, and that I would "look for" on someones wrist is the "L" is too far left under the coronet. Great review Lani!

Good Job.

Vest

If you are trying to pass it off as a SuperRep or plausible Gen from across the room-- then you will be disappointed with the 21J and synth-crystal IMHO. If you just want a fun, inexpensive watch and are not out to fool anyone, then it is a value. Although the movement itself is fine, and easily R&R'd if there is a problem, the notchier sweep might bug you. Also, the lesser quality crystal won't 'pop'. Here is a shot of my Swiss-Fish with the better sapphire crystal with AR. Here is a white dial watch with a Synthethic crystal. (Note: less 'pop' and will look cloudy from the side) HTH

Lotion

Blood (diamonds)

Isosceles

Harvey (Harvey Dent aka TwoFace)

Panerai

Alternatly: http://imageshack.us Upload and then use the direct link. I use imageshack out of habit, but Photobucket seems more reliable and works through more corporate proxy servers.

Rook

I agree with not replying with photos in tow. I prefer the "Twitter" method, AND if you notice on the right every response is numbered. A simple @dluddy #3 Great looking PAM. (as an example)

Big Seiko fan personally.

Othello

Now that is what I am talking about! I see Freddy is a multi-tasker as well. Just a regular table top? Different applications. #2 came with my 6497. Descriptions below from Offrei. Bergeon #1 Presto Hand Remover Black Handle - Hand remover for wrist watches, tips will not damage the dial. Bergeon #2 Presto Cannon Pinion & Pocket Watch Hand Remover Green Handle - For use on cannon pinions and for larger pocket watch and small clock hands. Bergeon #6 Presto Hand Remover White Handle - Second hand remover, excellent for curved countersink dials. Some think that this tool should be used on the small hour and minute hands of today's fine watches. Everyone should have this Presto # 6 model and Presto # 1 to begin with. More pics guys. Waiting for a shot of Nanuq's. I am sure there is an Axe and Sledge somewhere in it.

Deja Vu. Same project in the queue, on my future bench. I look forward to seeing how yours turns out.

Since we have photo's of everything else I am remodeling by Den and want to carve out a dedicated Watch work area. I have tools and lighting addressed, but I am still trying to come up with a good bench design. Post away. Tool's waiting for a home. Thanks in advance!

Interesting. Anyone with extra domes to play with should do a Freezer (or Nanuq's Backyard ) -to- Hot water bath -to- freezer a couple of times. If that is the look you are going for. Science!!! Gotta love it.

I am with Lani on using the flat rate express envelopes. I also read, I think a FedEX memo, that if the total package weight is under 16oz you will have little to no customs issues. I think that was UK specific. YMMV.

I could see that amongst hardcore WIS's, and possibly some hipster >30 year olds. The hipster's will probably just download the Breitling iPhone application though. I think, downturn continuing, the trend will be more towards the Movado, Rado, Hamilton, Tissot's etc. for the population at large who actually care enough to buy a ~nice~ watch. Only downside to going vintage for econimic reasons is-- how much more will you need to spend to get the old movements serviced on top of the selling price. My AD is getting $500-600 to service a 1570. Interesting to think about though.