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From my perspective, having a virtual number is a huge convenience for anyone traveling internationally. It prevents roaming fees, keeps your personal number private, and ensures messages and calls are received reliably. Even for casual travelers, it simplifies communication and makes staying in touch with friends, family, or clients much less…[Read more]

I’m planning a long trip across Europe and I’m worried about staying reachable without paying crazy roaming fees. I’ve heard that Viber virtual numbers can help, but I’m not sure how reliable they are abroad. Has anyone used one while traveling for work or personal calls? I’d love to hear real experiences, especially if it worked smoothly…[Read more]

A friend of mine once tried to overhaul a rep from scratch — new movement, re-lumed dial, custom crystal. It ended up costing more than buying a new, higher-tier one. Looked great though! Sometimes it’s more about the satisfaction of doing it yourself than the value. But if you don’t have the tools or patience, it’s better to leave it untouched.

I’ve been thinking about upgrading one of my reps, mainly the crystal and maybe swapping the movement for something smoother. The thing is, I’m not sure if it’s worth spending another $200–300 on a piece that already cost me less than $600. Part of me loves the idea of getting it as close as possible to the real thing, but another part says it…[Read more]