The Code flying tourbillon chrono is incredible. AP should have introduced the Code as a platform for high-end complications (e.g. QP and up), which is where it really shines. They could have introduced the 3-hander and chrono sometime down the line.
Thanks for taking the time to post this! I was thinking to do the same, but then decided my fuzzy pictures would just muddle the issue further. Great watch as well! Best response to this would have been to just take the L and move on, but that seems difficult.
Yeah, the bracelet can be removed. Not sure if that requires any skill or special tools to remove the pins holding the two plots on each side. I was advised against attempting any DIY on the ceramic ROs.
Not sure why, but the CE Beast does not have the new quick-change system. I guess owners will be stuck with the ceramic bracelet. Maybe for the better, as that's where half the cost of the watch goes.