Thanks Darren,
Yes, I'm lucky enough to have got an example which is a sharp and bright as the one in Paul's photo. In fact, I'd be a bit bolder and say it's 'brighter' all around, even the orange hour marking look like new.

Strap choices... good question! It came on a rice grain (which I'm not a big fan of, so it's been removed already).
Currently it is on a vintage Swiss tropic rubber strap, (with the holes) & it looks great, but your suggestion sounds sweet too... can you remember where it was/have a pic?

Stewart

: Big congrats Stewart,
: these Autavia's really do have presence. I hope your's is as bright
: and colourful as Paul's example (fantastic photo's again there
: Paul - you're killing me with jealously with your photography
: skills)
: Which strap / bracelet are you planning to wear this Autavia on? I
: remember someone on the forum showing one of these on a black
: ATG nylon weave strap with orange stitching and i thought that
: was an awesome combo.
: Welcome back from the ski slopes , hopefully your new watch will
: make you happier to return from your trip.
: Cheers - Darren
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