What time is it? Watches and horology

A grand is sensible??

To me, yes...I don't spend money on lots of things that other people think are worth spending on

For a lump of kit like that, which should last a lifetime and could accompany you to a couple of hundred metres under water (should you really fancy it) - yes, IMO.

No different to paying for quality bike with a rolhoff or whatever analogy you want to use.

I've often thought Murtz's straps a bit agricultural in the aesthetic (taking nothing away from the impressive craftsmanship) but the Panerai is one instance where it suits. I would prefer a less contrasty stitching colour though.

I don't see me having the strap that the Artelier comes with on there for long before contacting Murtz for an alternative!