on your first pickup, depending on the metal will determine how often I will wear a watch. A Gold or Platinum metal watch being polished over and over again will heavily diminish the value as grams are being scrubbed away from the weight. Stainless steel watches are great for daily beaters, gold/ pl
The 5131 being one of my all time favs, mind blown to actually see the strap combo. Bold move, my eyes love every aspect of the picture. Enjoy and all the best!
I admire your restraint, to fly out to a location with your heart set on acquiring one piece only to be disappointed. However you found a new love, definitely a blessing in disguise.