How Collectors can Take Advantage of the Changes in Fine Watches  

The only reason to hide the base of a movement ... is because you have something to hide, Ceasar. Take care, Bill

Research sets you mind free, Abdul. Take care, Bill

Whaaat? Gunmaker? Bill doesnt strike me as a ladies finery guy He’s horology knowledge and passion is second to none! My favorite RU-vid channel ❤

Thanks Tuna. Remember the FP Journe CS with the dial made from H&H gun barrels? Maybe the relationship between FPJ and Chanel went back further than we thought! Take care, Bill

I don't blame you Bryan. Here's one for you: www.ebay.com/itm/305051296812?chn=ps&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=711-117182-37290-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=305051296812&targetid=1964692796282&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=9003172&poi=&campaignid=19646921471&mkgroupid=144665490686&rlsatarget=pla-1964692796282&abcId=9305263&merchantid=421391627&gclid=CjwKCAiAzJOtBhALEiwAtwj8ttsmr_qfG7GUFIv5xpmZ-qqcdDK22qEz40BP1nsDZpCPKoUSwPM_ExoCrYAQAvD_BwE Take care, Bill

Thanks for the info, Koji! Take care, Bill

Elementary my dear Phillip! Take care, Bill

Yes, indeed there are. Any temptations Erik? Take care, Bill

Hey Michael, thanks man! Take care, Bill

Hey B-Naut! I Googled "straps for Hermes H08" and there are tons of 3rd party strap makers. If you feel your bank account if overflowing and you need to spend more money than is reasonable (even to a watch collector) I can suggest Jean-Rousseau straps. Beautiful straps for any watch. Take care, Bill (a gorgeous Orange shiny gator from J-R would be nice...)

Hi Bill, I'm not looking for a strap for the Hermes H08, but for the Chanel Monsieur H4799. Do you know the measure at the buckle? The lug width is 22mm, but I could not find the buckle width. That would be amazing if you could measure it and let me know if you would also go for a 3rd party rather than from Chanel.

Hi Javi-I have a caveat-if any decision made on my advice doesn't work out... forget where you heard it from! Take care, Bill

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My pleasure, Danijel! Take care, Bill

You can add your question here. Or send a PM, 911€. Take care, bill

Thanks, Bill- here goes: I bought a lovely Czapek Quai des Bergues No.25 Ter about 2 years ago. That's the stainless case version with white enamel dial, about 42mm dia. I love this watch, as it really scratches my itch for a classic timepiece, reaching back to the pocket watch era, while offering modern manufacturing benefits. About 9 months after I bought it, Czapek revised the movement with some improvements such as free-sprung balance wheel and larger mi-glace rubies. Aesthetically, parts of the movement have been skeletonized and plates opened a bit for a more impressive visual appeal. I certainly like the updated revisions, but I wanted your opinion as to how important they are. Czapek will install a new movement completely for USD 5,600, which seems a bit too dear. Could you take a look at the original SXH1 movement and compare it to the updated movement and let me know your thoughts. I'm sorry I don't have the tech savvy to send you photos of each movement. But they are not hard to find with a quick search. Thanks for sharing any thoughts or opinions. Ren Tilden/ Winter Park, FL

@@911euro5 Hi Ren, do you have links to the two movement with pictures? Thanks, Bill

@@watchartsci "C:\Users\RTilden\Desktop\Czapek Quai Des Bergues Movement Original.jpg" C:\Users\RTilden\Desktop\Czapek Quai Des Bergues Movement Revision4.jpg

@@911euro5 I gotta tell you, I do like the looks of the new movement, but for what they want to update what amount to a new look; I'd save my 5k for another watch altogether. The Czapek Quai des Bergues is a nice watch, and the update is mostly unseen and while nice, I just don't see it as 5k nice. Let me know what you decide.

You should be Erik! Take care, Bill

David, what couldn't care less about? Take care, Bill

Not bad at all Eelco! Take care, Bill

Ok Alto, then mums the word 🤫 Take care, Bill