That reminds me that I need to take my FF Bathyscaphe swimming and might get the occasion this summer (in admittedly cold water). Any good recommendations for water-based cameras that won't run me too much $$$?
I wish all service techs were capable. Obviously that's not true, there are duds in every profession. Still, the faults on display feel so basic that I cannot but agree with you. Servicing is like sending your watch to the void and hoping it ends up with someone competent and caring.
Visited IWC; fantastic experience. They were very kind, accommodating, and showed us just about everything. They also let us try jewel setting and perlage. Very cool if you want to see what industrially mighty watchmaking looks like!