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Congratulations, George, it's a great watch.Perfectly balanced and shaped, destined to be a future classic.
Now, some quick answers to your questions;

1)The wet-suit extension clasp is easy to deploy, but can be really tricky to re-set. It's a little difficult to explain on paper (so to speak), so I suggest you take it to an Omega dealer who really knows his stuff and get him (or her) to explain it to you... ahh, what the hell. Okay, now listen closely- hold the watch by the clasp in one hand then pull down on the bracelet with the other. Use a little force. Trust me, you won't break it. This watch is virtually bomb-proof. The extension clasp should pop open. Now the har-, er, fun part. You should see two bars protuding from beneath the clasp. In between these bars is a single bar that has a slightly curved 'scoop-like' end to it. When you try to close the extension clasp, you might notice that this scoop rests against a bar underneath the clasp. Now here's the thing- this scoop has to rest BEHIND this bar. The only way to do this is to fold the scoop down towards this bar AT A RIGHT ANGLE (sorry, gang, I don't mean to shout. I just haven't figured out how to write in italics or bold on this forum yet.) Confusing as it sounds , this scoop has to scoop its way behind the bar. Anyway, once you've folded the scoop behind the bar, you then press the other end of the scoop flat against the clasp. You should hear a satisfying 'snap' as it locks back into place. And that about does it. Anybody out there with an SMP, please tell me; did that explanation make any sense to you? If so, then great! If not, then I'm not the aspiring screenwriter that I thought I was.

2)I don't have a clue.

3)Just in case you were misinformed, don't set the date between the hours of 8.00pm and 2.00am. If you really wanna play it safe, make that 7.00pm and 4.00am.
One possible pitfall- I used to give my SMP a few quick flick-of-the-wrist shakes to get it started if I hadn't worn it for a while. Nowadays, when the hands are right on the hour, I notice that the hour hand is slightly 'off'. Now I don't know if those quick shakes had anything to do with it, but you never know. My watch is due for a service at the end of this year, so I'll get it corrected then.
Another possible pitfall- If you're the kinda guy who takes a scaldingly hot shower every morning like clockwork, with your watch on, bear in mind that the sudden changes in temperature may cause the case-metal to expand and contract. This could weaken the area around the crown to the point where water would get into the case. We're talking years of very hot showers, here, but it is a possibility. Also, shampoos and soaps can deteriorate the rubber seals around the crown over time. All this is highly unlikely, but worth considering, all the same. Although, it's a good idea to wear your watch in the shower from time to time as a no-fuss way of cleaning the watch. Much like P.J. O'Rourke's Bachelor's Guide where he outlines the method of taking dirty dishes into the shower with you the next time you wash as a way to save time and money.

4)No, but don't be surprised if they bring out a new version within the next six months. Although the America's Cup chrono is pretty much the new version of the SMP chrono. Sort of.

5)I had an automatic winder...but he died. Just kidding.

Gee, George, I do go on, don't I? I hope this has been of help to you. Enjoy the watch.

teeritz