On my late father's watch, I have a Hirsch Capitano, alligator, black that I bought just less than 3 years ago for £190 (less a chunky promotional discount).

Thinking that the watch might look nicer on a lighter strap I went to see what was available and the price has rocketed to £269!

Thank goodness none of the colors were what I had in mind.

The Isofrane that I bought at the same time for £72 (less discount) is now an eye watering £140.

What's happened? Has the world gone mad?