I couldn't agree more with John. Perfectly stated! Their's is a business, number one; they must remain profitable or away they go. Don't lose sight of that, folks! Prefer the total originality of a vintage watch? Well then, shell out the money and buy an original, vintage watch. It really is that simple!
Steve

: It is their duty to be concerned about the bottom line. If they
: were more concerned with their heritage than the bottom line
: they would have been out of business long ago.

: I don't get what people want. I am not a huge fan of these 3 handed
: Autavias but then I don't buy new watches with the exception of
: the Rindt remake from earlier this year. I do want TAG Heuer to
: succeed because they have been pretty good to us vintage
: guys....but as a vintage guy so I am not their target market. If
: you want a real vintage look buy real vintage watches.