4 screw "clamshell" designed case back kept this 1948 dial in pristine condition. It's as close to perfectly "patinated" as any i've seen under a 10x loupe. Not sure why more watch designers didn't take advantage of this bullet proof design. This is a Cheap-O watch but looks like a million bucks (InMyHumblestOpinion).
United flight from Honolulu to LAX, seat A1, approx. 30 min. after departure. Watch: Rolex Submariner 5513
Still far away from home... pic taken some minutes ago. Greetings from Busan / Korea! GMT set to MEST.
Tried this on at a GTG. It's not quite my cup of tea but these MB&F thingies have this undefinable kookiness to them. I can see why some find them attractive.