So I hesitate putting this in the "Fashion Watch" section, but IMO, and in no way disparaging the Ralph Lauren brand, its legitimacy in the watch world was bought not earned.

This is a cool article from Hodinkee describing the process of turning the RL Safari into a gunmetal case.

http://www.hodinkee.com/a-closer-look-crafting-the-ralph-lauren-rl67s-gunmetal-case

That's sharp! I think the ralph lauren moniker may add a few bucks to the price, though.