Sometimes a new buckle or strap can correct annoyances, uplift or revitalize a watch. The WD1680Q V2 is already good, but swapping a the buckle for a $15 generic oyster style one turns it into something that gets a lot of wrist time.

I have a hundred+ rolls of freshly produced KikiPan 320 BW film to give away in lots of 3. Free shipping & duty paid. In the next 24h, send me a DM with Kikipan as the text. I'll notify the first 35 for shipping details. In return please post a pic taken with the film or of the received rolls.

Be a tourist in your own town. Share a photo.

Caught between an extrovert client and an introvert retoucher. Client, hasn't a fully formed vision, just a conscious stream of ideas and side story which come in bursts and are suggested and retracted. Retoucher just wants clear instructions and peace.

Dangerous product warning: Verbatim VAPUC111 I was charging a Lenovo laptop (typical 34W, max 60W) on the 100W port of this 200W GaN charger and there was the sound and smell of an electrolytic capacitor blowing. It was about 6 months old. I disposed of it back at the store for their information.

Yamaha YZF-R6 600CC

This is the new Watchdives WD16570B V2, a homage to the Rolex Explorer II of the late 90s and early 2000s. It's so close that I only see the differences, but a great watch in its own right. I paid $199 shipped as it's on early bird discount. watchdives.com/products/wat... CC @camerakote.co.uk

In 24 hours time (on the hour) I'll do a film giveaway of packs of 3 rolls of BW film, with free shipping and duty prepaid. This will be given to 30 people on a first come first served basis. Any left over after 24h will get offered on Twitter. Make a note to check in tomorrow!

My tool rules.

Denmark using red LEDs to avoid disturbing bats. It would drive me crazy, but you could develop photographic prints by street light. Your opinions? dailygalaxy.com/2026/03/denm...

NATO strap look, but conventional strap convenience and lay-flat profile. Double thickness, ribbed fabric, and a decent buckle. With quick release pins to boot! Cost me HKD108.67 from Aliexpress.

I was never totally happy with the clasp that came with the $99 Watchdives Pioneer. I've had many such clasps but for some reason that one wasn't easy to lock. Anyway, I replaced it with this generic Aliexpress Oysterlock clasp and it's SO much better. A good daily wear alternative to an Explorer.

Instant Photography For The Maker

The Tragic Demise of the Technirama Prism-Based Anamorphic Lens

Camera stripped to demonstrate in body stabilisation. youtu.be/hfN0LoLYkjY?...

The Rolex GMT Master II ref.116710 continues to be popular. We sold this to the trade for only about 10% under full market price so I suspect demand is good or supply is short.

This tidy Tudor Black Bay Pepsi GMT sold for HKD15,000; under half retail price. Looks great, but IMO: BB54 GMT > FXD GMT > BB GMT > BB PRO GMT

The discontinued Tudor Classic Date watch (reference 21010-0013) has a 38mm steel case, fluted bezel linen-textured dial and diamonds and will set you back USD1,200ish. BUT, it's SUPER comfortable on the wrist. Explorer or Date just level comfortable. I wish we hadn't sold it.

@harmanphoto.co.uk SWITCH AZURE CREATIVE FILM. Shot with Lomo LCA 120. #believeinfilm

@camerakote.co.uk avert your eyes: We just sold this Rolex Explorer II ref. 16570 for HKD47,000 (£4,500) with papers. Market price is about HKD52,000 but the trade buyer should move it quickly.

Sorry @zdp189.bsky.social Literally the best I can do hahahaa

First look. #analoguephorography #filmphotography #azure #switch

Bou nothing at the Hong Kong Watch Guild, but let our biggest customer at our monthly auction.

Urban Jungle

Dafuq? This Manfrotto head is integral.

6 hours till lunar eclipse begins.

Vignettes of Ipswich St Matthew's Street #fauxcharmera #photography

I just put in an order for one of these…not a meter, but something to aid with sunny16 calculations. Plus, this is more my style. 😎 www.noduswatches.com/obscura/p/ob...

I wonder why I've never seen an elastic link for a watch bracelet? It would give a little slack for comfort. Sure, it may wear out, but as a cheap and replaceable aftermarket product it would be great.

I showed up to the HK Watch Guild show an hour after they closed. I'll try again tomorrow.

Looks interesting but I'll wait for the regular production model. www.digitalcameraworld.com/cameras/came...

I'm not the kind of bloke that can pull off (or pay) for a Rolex Datejust 41 (Ref 126333) in two tone gold and diamonds... but it's just about the most comfortable watch I've ever slipped on my wrist.

Total Lunar Eclipse on 3 March 2026 (Dinner time on 15th day/ lantern Festival) At moonrise (6:22 pm) part of the Moon will have entered the Earth's umbra. The total phase of the lunar eclipse begins at 7:04 pm when the Moon enters Earth's umbra completely and will last approximately 59 minutes.

Cartier Ronde Solo De Cartier XL ref. W6701011 has a wide and rounded 42mm case but is only 8.5mm in thickness. I don't see these very much. It's an elegant watch I could see on both a man or woman's wrist. Our closed auction reserve is about £1,000 so you'd probably pay about £1,500 second hand.

This Roger Dubuis "Too Much GMT" is OTT. A big chunk of 18K gold, Monopusher GMT on a sub dial and Geneva Seal finishing. I can't carry it off, but it's the most interesting watch that showed up this month.

The wife says I can keep this Rolex Submariner 14060M as a Silver Wedding Anniversary gift. At the time I chose with my head rather than my heart 🤔 and bought a Parmigiani Fleurier Toric which appreciated, vs the similarly priced sub which I now picked up for just HKD36,000/(GBP3,400).

Just in: Gitzo did such a good job copying a Benbo tripod’s functionality with the G2220 that you’ll be back pinching your fingers and cursing the weird floppy legs in no time.

Rolleiflex with the Xenotar during lockdown. I've been thinking maybe of getting my flower game back.

Camera buying advice needed. My kid and their friends in the UK are clubbing together to get a camera for a buddy. Total budget is £500. They need a general purpose modern digital. Either all on one or kit. Is there anything reasonably good at that price?

Gather 'round, children! Tonight we learn how to take one of the most beautiful iconic cameras ever designed and make it look absolutely ridiculous! Put a flash on it! Seriously - even a Kodak Brownie looks better with a flash. #rolleiflex #putabirdonit #believeinfilm #filmphotography #filmcamera

That's the prettiest pigeon I've ever met on the streets of Hong Kong.

A commercial building reopens for this new year.

Happy Chinese New Year

Hong Kong, right now. Late sunset. Light inshore breeze. Peaceful, empty white sand beach. 24°C air temp, 21°C in the water. Ample parking at the beach entrance. What's it like where you are?

Sharing some analogue ❤️ on this special day. #believeinfilm #happyvalentines

Oh hey, Friday 13th.

Good news! I've made contact with Aaron/ @camerakote.co.uk again through the phone number on his website. He's OK, but less into camera painting these days.

Like camera people, watch geeks talk about the one-and-done. Is this the best strategy? What watch, camera, lens, or otherwise would you recommend as a one-and-done replacing a whole collection? www.wired.com/story/for-45...

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