-Do you pull the bands off of your watch and show people between the lugs? Even with a NATO band, it is still difficult to see the engraving.
-As for the no rehaut engraving, it shouldn't have any. This is based off of the mid series run that had no lug holes, rehaut engraving and definitely no AR.
-Correct, but again do you set the time in front of other people?
-You can't tell unless you have a gen right next to it. Your only other alternative is a gen midcase made out of 904L
-Vintage Caddell Insert is the best aftermarket insert. Even the back of it is gen like.
-SEL - Aside from the SEL the link right after the SEL is off. The middle part sticks out too much. I already contacted TC about this and emailed him pictures of examples.