As for the second hand, I don't know, honestly. I was wondering if I liked second hand on the VC, and I don't have a firm opinion on that.
I find that, WITHOUT, you gain in purity, maybe. AND since a world time is not dedicated to precision but to travels, I am not distrubed by the lack of second hand.
It is not inconsistant, to me... But now, you make me think about that.
Best!
Nicolas