In the latest The Absolute Sound

Thomasheisig, I'm out of my element here, though I have enjoyed talking with Terry Sullivan and seeing his cleaner at CES in year's past. The Monks product may be a much better vinyl cleaner than the Loricraft, but what is the difference in srp, and does the difference in cost correlate to the difference in performance?

Also, while some folks might think that the Rolie Daytona is the "real deal," I can assure you that many, many more collectors prefer other marques - particularly when it comes to chronographs. These absolute statements should be avoided...

Thomasheisig, I was just curious about the difference of price between the two. I agree that the performance of certain expensive products are worth the difference in price.

My point regarding the Daytona is that trying to make analgous comparisons is often misleading. For me, my 20 year old Breitling Shark Yachtsman is the ticket. It's been above 14K feet and below 60 feet (deep) and it's never had a hiccup. Is it 'better' than the Daytona? Certainly its mechanism is one of the best. And, for me, its aesthetics leave nothing to be desired. But I have friends who swear by their JLCs and IWCs. It's mostly a matter of taste (though for you and me, it's also about function).

I'll research the Monks so I can better understand your, and others, very high regard for this product. Thanks and enjoy your vinyl!