thanks for the quick reply!
that was my first idea, to buy a watch from DW ( even though I'd feel much more comfortable with a seagul inside ).
the problem is, I cannot import from China. it would most likely be stuck at customs.
trusty ships from the UK which would be a piece of cake to receive on my side.
i guess I'll try to work it out with David - maybe he can work out a mid-post here in Europe.
if not, I guess a smaller hour chrono on the watch from Andrew will have to do ( hope my OCD won't be too much of a pain in the ass :-) )