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I am very fortunate to have these three watches. Picture 2 my Michael Phelps Planet Ocean Omega Seamaster Automatic, Picture 3 my Quartz Omega Deville (A watch that is not really befitting of the name Omega as its not a mechanical movement for which Omega are rightly regarded as amongst the finest manufacturers of movement watches in the world) lastly but by no means least, pic 4 my father's Omega Geneve circa 1973, mechanical movement a Christmas present from my late mother and with me while I arrange having it serviced and cleaned. (Although to be fair it keeps pretty much perfect time, despite to my knowledge having only been serviced once its lifetime!)
Some nice pieces.
I have a Planet Ocean (& you've given me a perfect excuse for another gratuitous wrist shot :) )
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That Молния looks like something from the '50s.
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Lovely - all you need in a watch.
That Молния looks like something from the '50s.
Only the dial is old (70 years?) the rest of the watch is fairly new, custom build with a Seagull ST36 mechanical movement.
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Seagull -would that be the Chinese company that also made cameras (twin lens reflex designs)?
Seagull -would that be the Chinese company that also made cameras (twin lens reflex designs)?
This company only appear to make watches Barry
https://en.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tianjin_Seagull
It seems there are two Chinese manufacturers called Seagull. One makes watch movements (in fact quarter of the global output! :eek:), the other cameras: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seagull_Camera.
Mikeandvan
03-11-2022, 23:11
If it’s losing or gaining half a minute a day by the end of the week it’ll either be three and a half minutes slow or fast. No biggy in my book, I don’t even wear the same watch for a week. If it hasn’t lost or gained any time (which I suspect will be the case) don’t panic Captain Mainwaring.
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Over about 4/5 days watch appears to have gained 1 minute, so is within manufacturing specs of -+ 15-25 secs per day.
Mikeandvan
03-11-2022, 23:12
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Lovely - all you need in a watch.
What brand is that? Looks like Omega?
They didn’t have a Mickey Mouse watch so I got a Deadpool one [emoji4]
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Over about 4/5 days watch appears to have gained 1 minute, so is within manufacturing specs of -+ 15-25 secs per day.
That’s not too bad then, not like any of us live our life to the second so having a rough idea what time it is is all most of us need.
It seems there are two Chinese manufacturers called Seagull. One makes watch movements (in fact quarter of the global output! :eek:), the other cameras: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seagull_Camera.
Two more Seagulls
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Rush2112
04-11-2022, 07:08
What brand is that? Looks like Omega?It is indeed a Omega Geneve circa 1973 mechanical movement and remarkable thin in profile too for a movement watch !
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It seems there are two Chinese manufacturers called Seagull. One makes watch movements (in fact quarter of the global output! :eek:), the other cameras: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seagull_Camera.
also british seagull, who have made outboard engines since 30's.. still going strong and still british. most of their engines are still going too.lol
Mikeandvan
04-11-2022, 08:37
I've got an Omega seamaster from mid 60s, and weirdly for such a plain watch, strangers often recognise it's an Omega, they have very unassuming dials, but even from far away they have that Omega look to them. I do like a 36mm watch, hate the big 42mm one's popular today.
I do like a 36mm watch, hate the big 42mm one's popular today.
You wouldn’t like this then, new release from Rolex - 51mm !
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also british seagull, who have made outboard engines since 30's.. still going strong and still british. most of their engines are still going too.lol
Then there's the large chip stealing bird of the same name
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You wouldn’t like this then, new release from Rolex - 51mm !
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you need a big wrist for that beast. real diver's size
you need a big wrist for that beast. real diver's size
Big pockets to, retail is around the £22k mark but they reckon they'll be changing hands on the grey market for more than double that.
Big pockets to, retail is around the £22k mark but they reckon they'll be changing hands on the grey market for more than double that.
dont think the price will scare the folk that'll want it. not for me but its certainly got something too.
dont think the price will scare the folk that'll want it. not for me but its certainly got something too.
Indeed, just one more for the collection, probably won't even get worn, straight in the safety deposit box...
Reminded me of a massive Invicta I used to have, think that was 60mm, was like having an alarm clock duct taped to your wrist.
At least the new Rolex is titanium so shouldn't be over heavy.
i don't have anything that requires a safety deposit box..:eek:
i don't have anything that requires a safety deposit box..:eek:
I had to get a safe installed, mainly cos of the value of my two Rolex's
Yes they have a decent value. Often in thousands.
Even my old pockets were at peak in low hundreds, less now I bet.
Filterlab
04-11-2022, 20:23
You wouldn’t like this then, new release from Rolex - 51mm !
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I had a 52mm Seiko Emperor Tuna. It was just too big - and I can carry a big watch with ease.
I like 38mm to 45mm.
30mm diameter is large enough for me.
You wouldn’t like this then, new release from Rolex - 51mm !
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Would have been better had they enlarged the dial and reduced the width of the rather vulgar-looking bezel marked: DEEPSEA CHALLENGE RING LOCK SYSTEM. It would make the watch easier to read underwater (which is the intention, rather than pandering to a 'matcho'-look).
About 45 today
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Filterlab
06-11-2022, 17:07
Had three on today.
OceanX Sharkmaster 1,000m in rose gold, then my Alpina Geneve Startimer Chrono, and for the evening I am wearing my Laco Valencia 42 marine with the magnificent full lume dial. :)
**Edit** Forgot that I wore my Apple Watch for the gym earlier. :D
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Filterlab
06-11-2022, 17:16
I have one of these fun little pieces coming in this week. An Accurist 7365 Retro Racer Chrono. Bicompax dial, no running seconds hand for the time (dead face), a compact 39mm cushion case, and slim. Looks pretty, and was an absolute snip at £70. So much value these days.
The Milanese will be removed immediately and I have a black/grey/orange stripe de-G10'd NATO going on there.
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Real world shot (not mine)...
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Got this on again today.
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I would find that dial unreadable.
I would find that dial unreadable.
a fair chunk of the day it is unreadable:ner:
Filterlab
06-11-2022, 18:13
I remember those being released. Lovely constellation lume if I remember correctly.
Not ventured far today so haven’t been wearing a watch but I’m selling a couple on eBay so needed to track down some spare bracelet links. Couldn’t find those but came across a decent rubber strap with a deployment clasp, thought it would go well on Steeldive’s take on a Captain Willard.
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ive just about dried out now lol... nice hammy Roy.
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watch i was wearing needs a battery... i will put it in the to do pile, which gets larger every week.
ps nice orient
ps nice orient
Cheers
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Mikeandvan
13-11-2022, 20:31
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That's nice, I'm after a dive watch now, must be 39mm or less though, I like the vintage look. Was looking at the Tudor black bay 58, at around £3k, but then started seeing similar by the likes of Rema and especially Squale - whose movements are just as accurate as the Tudor at +- 5 spd. Although the Black bay is lovely, the Squales at a third of the price perhaps might be my option.
ive a tudor copy.. think this is it.
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That's nice, I'm after a dive watch now, must be 39mm or less though, I like the vintage look. Was looking at the Tudor black bay 58, at around £3k, but then started seeing similar by the likes of Rema and especially Squale - whose movements are just as accurate as the Tudor at +- 5 spd. Although the Black bay is lovely, the Squales at a third of the price perhaps might be my option.
I’ve no experience of Tudor but they are generally well reviewed. I have a Squale I picked up for £475 and I’ve been very pleased with it.
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If you don’t want to spend quite as much San Martin (Ali Express) do a really nice retro diver.
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At 42mm probably too large for you but Certina make nice watches with an impressive 80 hour power reserve.
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Mikeandvan
13-11-2022, 21:46
ive a tudor copy.. think this is it.
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Nice, what colour is the bezel?
Mikeandvan
13-11-2022, 21:50
I’ve no experience of Tudor but they are generally well reviewed. I have a Squale I picked up for £475 and I’ve been very pleased with it.
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If you don’t want to spend quite as much San Martin (Ali Express) do a really nice retro diver.
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At 42mm probably too large for you but Certina make nice watches with an impressive 80 hour power reserve.
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Certina, that's another name I've been noticing in these watch reviews, one of the many not so well known Swiss brands, I mean if the movements are as trust worthy as the likes of Omega and Rolex, and they certainly look as good, then might as well save yourself a few thousand bucks. Squale have got a massive catalogue too, reissuing a lot of their old stuff from the 50s-70s, which makes the likes of me very happy! I love that era for watches, but the accuracy of these old time pieces puts me off. Though i do lust after an old Rolex or Tudor date watch oyster watch, with the magified date window.
Nice, what colour is the bezel?
blue, but not garish. but you can get black too or could. not bad for a cheapish price. keeps decnt time too(auto)
certina have been going since 19th c... great name, if not loved as much as rolex etc. owned by swatch now.
my old and rare seth thomas pocket watch, internal view.
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alas the dial has a fairly ugly repair on it but it goes with the watch. early 20thc
early 20th c Illinois pocket. a very nice, small size 12 watch this. cost me a packet at time many moons ago and came with a lovely chain and silver knife
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the workmanship on these watches is superb. ive a few 19th c ones too and they still all work amazingly
My favourite diver however is an old citizen promaster I’ve had for about twenty years, it’s special to me as it was a present from my partner who passed.
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I’m lucky enough to have these as well
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all nice... i like the three of them and the citezen isnt out of place
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Mikeandvan
14-11-2022, 19:44
My favourite diver however is an old citizen promaster I’ve had for about twenty years, it’s special to me as it was a present from my partner who passed.
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I’m lucky enough to have these as well
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Very nice, those submariners are such a classic design. I noticed the Citizen's bezel was quite unmarked for quite an old watch, do you know what it's made from? Thinking of getting the Tudor black bay 58, but I think the bezel is made of Ali, and that puts me off, as ceramic is harder wearing, so more scratch resistant, as I'd actually like to wear a dive watch for sea swimming come summer.
Very nice, those submariners are such a classic design. I noticed the Citizen's bezel was quite unmarked for quite an old watch, do you know what it's made from? Thinking of getting the Tudor black bay 58, but I think the bezel is made of Ali, and that puts me off, as ceramic is harder wearing, so more scratch resistant, as I'd actually like to wear a dive watch for sea swimming come summer.
Bezel on citizen is just stainless steel with numbers printed on I think? One for sale on the bay
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Mikeandvan
14-11-2022, 22:50
Bezel on citizen is just stainless steel with numbers printed on I think? One for sale on the bay
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Little big for me, I like the vintage sizing, 39mm or less, now looking at Squale. Seen this for £875 in a sale, the second for £1300.
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Was gonna get a Tudor Black bay 58 but these have more of a vintage look to them, and I think are as accurate.
Filterlab
15-11-2022, 19:16
You won't go wrong with a Squale. Quality pieces. They used to make dive watch cases for other manufacturers, such is the quality of their work.
Mikeandvan
19-11-2022, 00:29
You won't go wrong with a Squale. Quality pieces. They used to make dive watch cases for other manufacturers, such is the quality of their work.
Yeh, I noticed they were better value than some of the other brands, well, the model I ended up getting seemed to be anyway, got a submariner copy, just shy of £500, as I was turned down for credit on a £3k Tudor, lol. I like the utilitarian look of the squales, won't be too upset if I scratch it while diving (sitting on a beach with a can of beer).
Finally got a mechanical Flieger B, been looking out for the Laco version but settled on this one from Ali Express at fifty odd notes, arrived much earlier than their 6th December estimate.
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nice clear dial. military type dial
Wakefield Turntables
20-11-2022, 09:18
Roy, I read this thread with amazement with respects to how many watches you own/get through! If you don't mind me asking how big is your collection or is it a rolling band wagon of what takes your fancy?
Roy, I read this thread with amazement with respects to how many watches you own/get through! If you don't mind me asking how big is your collection or is it a rolling band wagon of what takes your fancy?
Think the current collection is around the 200 mark? Quick audit of last three months shows I’ve sold 20 watches and purchased 7 so numbers are intentionally reducing (but the next three months could be the reverse of that depending on what catches my eye!). Many of them are low value (around the £40 - £50 mark) but I do have a dozen or so more esoteric pieces.
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willbewill
20-11-2022, 16:51
Couldn't resist this in Amazon black Friday sale https://i.imgur.com/ikpXaMdh.jpg
Couldn't resist this in Amazon black Friday sale https://i.imgur.com/ikpXaMdh.jpg
Oh that is nice - everything you need from a watch. :)
Wakefield Turntables
20-11-2022, 20:27
WOW 200 watches! I just have the one a simple datejust Rolex from about 20 years ago.
Most 'normal' people have just one watch. In my case it is a 50 year old Rolex.
But collectors are a different species: you can only drive one car at a time, so why have several? But car collectors do. The same is for watch collectors.
Also I shouldn't be too hard on collectors - if you saw the amount of audio gear I have, you would wonder why.
willbewill
20-11-2022, 20:57
It's the same with collecting records... You can only play one at a time :lol:
It's the same with collecting records... You can only play one at a time :lol:
I could - in fact I could play four at a time. Would be a bit of a cacophony though.
Couldn't resist this in Amazon black Friday sale https://i.imgur.com/ikpXaMdh.jpg
I've added the white face auto version to my xmas list :)
But collectors are a different species: you can only drive one car at a time, so why have several? But car collectors do. The same is for watch collectors.
Except a watch collection takes up MUCH less space.
Third day on the wrist, I must like it.
Now on a nato.
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Couldn’t go three days wearing the same watch
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What make is that then Roy
I like it - clear and unfussy. It even has a benchmark. ;)
What make is that then Roy
Mainly Seiko, that's what the movement is anyway, ebay listing said 'custom built' but I have a San Martin which is the same design in different colours.
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a trusty timex.. i like that; seen it for sale a few times
Mikeandvan
22-11-2022, 19:59
Oil filled watches anyone? Some of these look great, but almost a grand for a quartz movement which on its own is only £15!!!
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Oil filled watches anyone? Some of these look great, but almost a grand for a quartz movement which on its own is only £15!!!
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Always fancied one of the automatic U Boats but they are on the large side.
Mikeandvan
23-11-2022, 08:50
Always fancied one of the automatic U Boats but they are on the large side.
They do a 40mm version too, but it put me off after reading the movement was only £15, what else makes up the rest of the watches value? The look great though. I also wonder does the oil leak eventually.
They do a 40mm version too, but it put me off after reading the movement was only £15, what else makes up the rest of the watches value? The look great though. I also wonder does the oil leak eventually.
One wonders what having oil in the watch brings to the party?
This little beauty today
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One wonders what having oil in the watch brings to the party?
This little beauty today
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it makes dial very readable at any angle even uner water. also the glass wont fog if temp goes down rapidly ..
i guess folk think its cool too, but you have to use the right oil. a lot of folk do it themselves. the oil is dialetric and i guess you would need to make sure there is a washer on the pullout lol
Mikeandvan
23-11-2022, 19:14
One wonders what having oil in the watch brings to the party?
This little beauty today
As Grant said above, I believe it makes the dial more readable, and on say a black dial, makes it inky black, like I said though, once you know what the movement costs it kind of kills it for me.
guyhayton
23-11-2022, 21:25
I have had the pleasure of seeing a Ressence Type 3 watch in person. I can only say it was absolutely amazing in its clarity, and although my partner commented that it looked like an Apple Watch it amazed me that it was all a mechanical movement. If I had a spare £32,000 at the time I would've purchased it there and then <lol>
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Look at this youtube to get an idea of what it looks like click https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Q3eCnjtkb2w&ab_channel=TeddyBaldassarre
Oil filled watches anyone? Some of these look great, but almost a grand for a quartz movement which on its own is only £15!!!
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Looks like a complete gimmick, and ugly with it. Mind you with the air bubble it could always double up as a spirit level.
Only one I saw the dial looked to be outside of the glass. Was weird but pretty cool. I guess it's what you like. If you read up on it you could do it yourself .
Mikeandvan
24-11-2022, 21:56
Got me new submariner wannabe, the Squale 20 atmos. Little bit underwhelmed with the dial, wish I got the white dial markers now rather than the vintage lume, but I reckon it'll grow on me, looking forward to wearing it swimming, and getting a bit of wear on it, ceramic bezel, so less prone to marks as I understand. Supposed to have a pretty decent movement too, much better than many watches at it's price point - £500. Must admit, don't want many more watches, but I do lust after a vintage 50s/60s Rolex or is it Tudor Prince with the bubble date? 36mm, gorgeous little watch.
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Nice one Mike.
Had an eco drive on today (Thursday)
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Fossil Friday! Odd one this, only watch I’ve got where you adjust the date by pulling the crown out.
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Fossil Friday! Odd one this, only watch I’ve got where you adjust the date by pulling the crown out.
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pretty enough watch roy... i thought most watches do that??
pretty enough watch roy... i thought most watches do that??
Should have been more specific, when the crown's pulled out to adjust the hands pulling the crown out moves the date wheel onto the next date then springs back to the hand wind position, does that make sense? Quite ingenious really.
Should have been more specific, when the crown's pulled out to adjust the hands pulling the crown out moves the date wheel onto the next date then springs back to the hand wind position, does that make sense? Quite ingenious really.
ah, i follow.. yup that sounds odd lol
One thing that bugs me about this watch is the three different fonts on the face.
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Mikeandvan
27-11-2022, 22:37
One thing that bugs me about this watch is the three different fonts on the face.
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It's not as if you ain't got any others to wear. :lol:
It's not as if you ain't got any others to wear. :lol:
I’m still allowed to be ‘bugged’, and it’s 4 fonts if you count the day/date! What’s the world coming to??
Only two fonts on this sensible German piece.
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archiesdad
29-11-2022, 15:23
Should have been more specific, when the crown's pulled out to adjust the hands pulling the crown out moves the date wheel onto the next date then springs back to the hand wind position, does that make sense? Quite ingenious really.
Never seen that before, new fact for today sorted, Ta.
I’m still allowed to be ‘bugged’, and it’s 4 fonts if you count the day/date! What’s the world coming to??
Is that why you are looking so glum Roy? :lol:
Filterlab
29-11-2022, 18:20
One wonders what having oil in the watch brings to the party?
I have a Sinn UX Hydro EZM 2B which is oil filled. Readable from almost any angle, no mirroring of the dial under water, and (essentially) unlimited diving depth, although it's rated to 5,000m.
The most wonderful piece of engineering ever. I'll take some pictures tomorrow and post them.
https://i.ibb.co/d7jQkhY/50-D1-F662-E596-4877-BC4-F-83-F3-B24-DE731.jpg (https://ibb.co/PtF51SH)
Last week I sold all of my watches and bought that one and a Sinn 857 UTC. I'm only buying Sinns from now on as they're the only watch manufacturer who do it for me.
I've owned well in excess of a thousand watches over the years, and for me nothing compares to a Sinn. I've had them all; Omegas, Breitlings, Rolexes, Seikos, IWCs, etc etc.
The 857 UTC...
https://i.ibb.co/BfnRN7m/834772-D1-AB77-4821-A0-D3-7-E3-A6843-DF73.jpg (https://ibb.co/vcX8Yrb)
I like the look of the watch in the first photo. I take it you are a scuba diver. :)
Is that why you are looking so glum Roy? :lol:
My Xmas avatar, think I was asleep?
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The most wonderful piece of engineering ever. I'll take some pictures tomorrow and post them.
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Will look forward to that, looks a serious piece of kit. I’ve only got one Sinn but it prompted me to look at (and purchase) other German watches, think I have a Braun coming for Xmas if Santa thinks I’ve been good.
Dug this old thing out today
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Filterlab
29-11-2022, 19:25
I like the look of the watch in the first photo. I take it you are a scuba diver. :)
LOL! Yeah, if ya like. :lol:
Haven't even been swimming for 6 years, but I'm sure I can still swim. I even take my watch off in the shower. :D
I may actually take up swimming again due to having the ideal swimming watch.
Will look forward to that, looks a serious piece of kit. I’ve only got one Sinn but it prompted me to look at (and purchase) other German watches, think I have a Braun coming for Xmas if Santa thinks I’ve been good.
Dug this old thing out today
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221129/27ecc1ff8b96f2b3acbe9b9b99b1d9e5.jpg
That's a lovely Panny.
Have a look at Damasko. They also make some nice stuff.
Braun of course make some excellent pieces.
Junghans too.
A Lange & Sohn are awesome if you have cash piling up big time.
Glashutte too.
I like the look of the watch in the first photo. I take it you are a scuba diver. :)
probably a diver of some sort, yeah :D
My Xmas avatar, think I was asleep?
you look pissed and full of food :D i used to fall asleep like that; just when it was time to do the dishes;)
That's a lovely Panny.
Have a look at Damasko. They also make some nice stuff.
Braun of course make some excellent pieces.
Junghans too.
A Lange & Sohn are awesome if you have cash piling up big time.
Glashutte too.
Thanks, all good shouts but I’ve yet to tell her indoors about the Hamilton chronograph I bought recently, when she asks I’ll just say ‘Oh, had it ages’ [emoji6]
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you look pissed and full of food :D i used to fall asleep like that; just when it was time to do the dishes;)
Sounds about right :)
At least I was entering into the spirit of things with my hat and 'seasonal' t shirt.
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 09:35
probably a diver of some sort, yeah :D
Bonny will whole heartedly and repeatedly attest to that. :D
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 09:37
Thanks, all good shouts but I’ve yet to tell her indoors about the Hamilton chronograph I bought recently, when she asks I’ll just say ‘Oh, had it ages’ [emoji6]
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221129/9183553e5112ac54f558a257087f0ec1.jpg
Gawjus! Love Hamiltons.
probably a diver of some sort, yeah :D
Do you have to wear a waterproof watch for that sort of activity? Just as well I wear a Rolex then. :D
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 11:24
There's a fair bit of fluid, but not that much. :D
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 13:35
Here ya go, my oil-filled Sinn UX Hydro EZM 2B.
Even at the most extreme viewing angles, the dial, indices and handset are perfectly viewable; and the same applies under water. :)
https://i.ibb.co/vmGB7kX/IMG-3410.jpg (https://ibb.co/VDZN7Tw)
https://i.ibb.co/n339TGw/IMG-3409.jpg (https://ibb.co/DGGhNJ1)
Do you wear your watch on your right wrist?
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 16:00
Yep. Have done since 1987. I just prefer it on that wrist, despite being right handed.
Yep. Have done since 1987. I just prefer it on that wrist, despite being right handed.
im left-handed but wear it on my left ...
Filterlab
30-11-2022, 18:36
Strange isn't it? I've tried switching back but it feels completely uneasy.
Here ya go, my oil-filled Sinn UX Hydro EZM 2B.
Nice.
Classic shape G Shock for me
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221201/363a559b1886a4bd757222460e0d2528.jpg
Found some tools and managed to fit a battery.
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archiesdad
01-12-2022, 15:11
looks like the lume would light up a room! Nice.
‘Casioak’ for tomorrow
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221201/8d31802e796014dcaffb3a293cd95f39.jpg
This yellow version arrived yesterday, solar powered.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221203/6f41499c1555550f84e18b7d05c223da.jpg
Mikeandvan
03-12-2022, 22:10
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52540439586_46a63366d5_z.jpg
I really wish I got the white dial markers with this watch, the 'old lume' isn't that attractive, and the white markers of the bezel put them in the shade, which isn't what you want with a dial. A nice watch, but reckon I might sell it on Ebay and get the white markers version. I got it from Gnomon watches which seems to be much cheaper than UK sites. That's the bad thing about buying on the web, the good thing is choice, as I doubt very much whether any watch shops in Brighton sell Squale.
Mikeandvan
03-12-2022, 22:22
This yellow version arrived yesterday, solar powered.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221203/6f41499c1555550f84e18b7d05c223da.jpg
Reminds me of the brightly coloured Swatch's of the 80s, I bought a Casio recently, which I really quite like, not bad for 30 odd quid.
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Reminds me of the brightly coloured Swatch's of the 80s, I bought a Casio recently, which I really quite like, not bad for 30 odd quid.
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Got a couple of those, don’t recall paying that much for them though.
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willbewill
05-12-2022, 11:41
This yellow version arrived yesterday, solar powered.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221203/6f41499c1555550f84e18b7d05c223da.jpg
I bought one the day they were released, absolutely love it except for the bluetooth which is next to useless, would have preferred to have multiband instead.
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Achtung!
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Been awol at Xmas dos [emoji1635][emoji485][emoji1634][emoji481]
This eco drive chrono today
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221211/3e8cb47ac214973b407b3f660e41625e.jpg
Wore this yesterday for a Royal British Legion shindig
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221211/edc488bed92935b2d2fbc19fef51d2ef.jpg
rolly looks so much quality:D
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Mikeandvan
12-12-2022, 21:25
Wore this yesterday for a Royal British Legion shindig
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221211/edc488bed92935b2d2fbc19fef51d2ef.jpg
My copy, only 500 notes. Starting to like this watch now, though I still wish I got the white dial markers rather than the greenish lume ones.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/52540439586_46a63366d5_z.jpg
Another fossil
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221213/8d8fe2e7b40a7f5098181e859e25a130.jpg
Steeldive’s take on a ‘Willard’
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221214/a95bd6f8f727817c647c598d87caae3b.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221216/dc2e069beb752fa30a23ae24ca489f04.jpg
nice one Roy.. chunky looking
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221217/b9d9b1d550377bcdc2abb8af93187e4f.jpg
Just arrived ( in spite of Royal Mail’s best efforts)
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https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221217/b9d9b1d550377bcdc2abb8af93187e4f.jpg
Are their watches still made in the UK?
Normally I don't like big chunky matcho-looking chromometers, but I quite like the look of this one:
https://www.idealworld.tv/gb/common/images/product/499371/standard/499371_STANDARD__BLA_20191029.jpg
Are their watches still made in the UK?
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Checking their website it suggests their design team are based in London, it goes on to say the watches are hand assembled etc etc but it doesn’t actually say where?
This today,
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221218/69c8ef29732ef1773e3053f64a47b25e.jpg
Mikeandvan
18-12-2022, 11:10
Checking their website it suggests their design team are based in London, it goes on to say the watches are hand assembled etc etc but it doesn’t actually say where?
This today,
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221218/69c8ef29732ef1773e3053f64a47b25e.jpg
That's quite nice, is it a recent model?
That's quite nice, is it a recent model?
It’s a Marlin I think.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221220/347ae8ad68da555833eb11d7639c0939.jpg
rather sweet roy.. i like
rather sweet roy.. i like
Had a bracelet in before, think the white strap suits it?
Put a different strap on this one to for some Xmas colours lol
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Sent from my iPhone using Tapatalk
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Looks nice - all you need from a watch.
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https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221224/d3ac14963ee52de37e314115ca0fb8e4.jpg
they are good the eco drives. son has a couple. bro had one too
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221224/56fdf894d5d4e3677a7456b46d15bddc.jpg
Another good-looking watch there Roy.
Will you be wearing something special today? ;)
Mikeandvan
25-12-2022, 18:04
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Very 70s.
Another good-looking watch there Roy.
Will you be wearing something special today? ;)
Went with a Hammy chrono on the day in case I had to time any of the cooking (catering for ten) but as most of the items were cooked in the foodi I didn’t use that facility in the end.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221226/bdc85a80c858f47e39c36f13bd6e02a4.jpg
Xmas prezzie
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221226/d9b65ca309688d217ce2d15a6004c65f.jpg
very stylish.. braun usually are tho.
Anothe prezzie, an eco-drive
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221226/fc1665044cc3bf3500608a3c789fa0a2.jpg
very stylish.. braun usually are tho.
Almost Bauhaus in styling.
Another Xmas prezzie - Secret Agent Snoopy Timex
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221229/c322e39c178c1b78d2ec7e5fe546d5cc.jpg
New favourite Hammy today
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221229/37058e2e03d8e228e0d96c0784766358.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221230/13901d5dc3979e44e602773a8415be6c.jpg
Probably won’t be the watch I’ll see the new year in with (going to a do so will swap it for something posher).
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221231/f5d416ba6cc2cceb7e35d0206b5d9a15.jpg
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Probably won’t be the watch I’ll see the new year in with (going to a do so will swap it for something posher).
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20221231/f5d416ba6cc2cceb7e35d0206b5d9a15.jpgInteresting strap colour. It works tho
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230104/fe26c7ddad5cf690edf172d24ae26fba.jpg
My last Parnis multi dial, sold the rest (liked them but never wore them)
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230105/b10038ff04ed41454acca11f27a04a47.jpg
thats an attractive watch roy
thats an attractive watch roy
Might knock it out on eBay yet Grant.
Something different (this’ll be going as well).
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230106/6775b5ddb3a9ab2a3ea274024eedaffe.jpg
Might knock it out on eBay yet Grant.
Something different (this’ll be going as well).
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youve a few invicta too..
Oooo...this thread has some stunning watches on!!
I'm not into watches as I know very little about them so would really value you guys opinions. I have around 700 to buy a reliable watch to last me a long time. What do I need to consider? I like the idea of a mechanical or automatic watch and I like that smooth movement on the seconds hand. I dont like an overly fussy face with lots of dials, I dont have large wrists so nothing to scubadivey with loads of chunky buttons on the side. I also don't know how I'd fare with a bracelet strap.
Any suggestions?
I've been looking at Tissot seastar 1000 powermatic 80 and also some of the seikos around that price. Also like the look of the Nite ones.
My wife like the Raymond Wells.
Any guidance greatly appreciated.
Mikeandvan
06-01-2023, 22:17
Oooo...this thread has some stunning watches on!!
I'm not into watches as I know very little about them so would really value you guys opinions. I have around 700 to buy a reliable watch to last me a long time. What do I need to consider? I like the idea of a mechanical or automatic watch and I like that smooth movement on the seconds hand. I dont like an overly fussy face with lots of dials, I dont have large wrists so nothing to scubadivey with loads of chunky buttons on the side. I also don't know how I'd fare with a bracelet strap.
Any suggestions?
I've been looking at Tissot seastar 1000 powermatic 80 and also some of the seikos around that price. Also like the look of the Nite ones.
My wife like the Raymond Wells.
Any guidance greatly appreciated.
Try the Gnomon website is amazing value, lots of watches around the £500 mark. Seiko also do some nice mid range watches, though the movements aren't so tight, reliable, but lose about 2 minutes a week, that may not bother everyone though. The Tissot is I think 43mm, you may want something around 40mm if you have small wrists.
I've been looking for 3 months..just by chance, the new year sales have favoured me tonight and I managed to buy one of these
https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-gb/h82385340-khaki-navy-auto.html
For £459.
I've been looking for 3 months..just by chance, the new year sales have favoured me tonight and I managed to buy one of these
https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-gb/h82385340-khaki-navy-auto.html
For £459.
You beat me to it, I was going to suggest a Hamilton (although possibly not that model as you'd said nothing too 'scubadivey' but that was a good price).
Now you've got £241 to spend on a second dress watch... ;)
Mikeandvan
07-01-2023, 19:15
I've been looking for 3 months..just by chance, the new year sales have favoured me tonight and I managed to buy one of these
https://www.hamiltonwatch.com/en-gb/h82385340-khaki-navy-auto.html
For £459.
Nice, that 80 hr power reserve is really handy.
18 carrot Invicta [emoji6]
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Bright
Another candidate for eBay once I’ve tracked down the box and spare links.
This today
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not heard of that brand before roy..
not heard of that brand before roy..
Ali Express special Grant, they turn out some real crap but also some decent watches like this one, the photo doesn't do it justice, it's really well made / finished.
rmcin626
17-01-2023, 13:09
Apologies for this question, as I think I may have asked before.
Will be heading off on holiday in the coming weeks and looking recommendations for watch travel cases probably for 2 or 3 watch.
Apologies for this question, as I think I may have asked before.
Will be heading off on holiday in the coming weeks and looking recommendations for watch travel cases probably for 2 or 3 watch.
I generally use something like this -
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313224207293
With a t shirt or jumper rolled round it for extra padding.
Three watches accompanied me to Bournemouth but wore this one most
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20230120/aa9c68d7d4d5a673e948f0e348b83632.jpg
rmcin626
20-01-2023, 08:48
I generally use something like this -
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/313224207293
With a t shirt or jumper rolled round it for extra padding.
Many thanks Roy
for extra protection
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rmcin626
20-01-2023, 09:05
for extra protection
https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/374408434325?_trkparms=amclksrc%3DITM%26aid%3D1110 006%26algo%3DHOMESPLICE.SIM%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D20201 210111451%26meid%3D31e9e7503d21412086b11bbeb557ce7 6%26pid%3D101196%26rk%3D1%26rkt%3D12%26sd%3D313224 207293%26itm%3D374408434325%26pmt%3D1%26noa%3D0%26 pg%3D2047675%26algv%3DSimplAMLv5PairwiseWebWithBBE V2bAndUBSourceDemotionWithUltimatelyBoughtOfCoview V1%26brand%3DUnbranded&_trksid=p2047675.c101196.m2219&amdata=cksum%3A37440843432531e9e7503d21412086b11bb eb557ce76%7Cenc%3AAQAHAAABMIep8YrnpoI5Ip1Fr26ya5Zd wg2V78Yl01uYLsdPZcFTvxKxDts2M2LiSIpUM3yyPCg4I%252F I%252F%252BBr%252B3lbC%252BxYqInYGBmzIxc4EMw3YF0ED xTKy92zw396ld9IqpKsOTnrNXcpsdjslo2nRX15qAcYbkcqn2Z RWr7mHm80ksQXsJbua8qgZFWOQ5RIUg2APtCpbAisraW1htV4E EIaD2gDG1kFuaGuzkhWCXedWIB5y1%252Fe3OucjoSdun9sB8% 252BMDTa9TvCTicVqasv%252FLn6PRX%252BWTlwd5y1xfWgCQ KvHeo%252FVGyaj%252Bb4RY0%252FXXk%252BsRckat%252F4 1%252FXCUdfq1eAhCNVlSSJG75FIvjhaYhQFUP5AJV4MMeMHf3 t2X0rK0QR87%252Bt50j65UFhn2QyEi7y2g4anU5JeM6a5g%25 3D%7Campid%3APL_CLK%7Cclp%3A2047675
Many thanks Grant, think might go for that
for extra protection
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Got a couple of those and in the cheaper version found that the watches, although held on their cushions, rattled around inside the container (suppose you could use some foam to hold them in place?). The more expensive version I have has press studs either side of the cushions to hold them in place which is better but I found doing the press studs up to be a bit of a faff. Hence why I've reverted to the simple roll.
yeah i'd add a bit of bubble wrap inside too to tighten it up. good point
Just to illustrate you can see the cheap one on the left doesn’t hold the cushions securely whereas the one with the press studs on the right does but can be a pain. The other consideration is that they do take rather a lot of space up just to carry three watches.
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Just to complicate matters further (!) these are ideal for a weekend away for just one extra watch (but you can get two in eg a strap watch inside a bracelet watch).
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Why would one want to take three watches on holiday?
Why would one want to take three watches on holiday?
Speaking as an extreme case (I change my watch almost daily) you, at the very least (IMHO), need two watches - a sports watch for daytime wear and a dress watch for the evening.
I also regard a watch as part of an outfit so will often tie in the dial colour with the top / shirt I'm wearing (:rolleyes: ).
I also regard a watch as part of an outfit so will often tie in the dial colour with the top / shirt I'm wearing (:rolleyes: ).
Doesn’t seem to apply today [emoji846]
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Speaking as an extreme case (I change my watch almost daily) you, at the very least (IMHO), need two watches - a sports watch for daytime wear and a dress watch for the evening.
I also regard a watch as part of an outfit so will often tie in the dial colour with the top / shirt I'm wearing (:rolleyes: ).
Yes, but the 'dress watch' I have has a leather strap, so happily lives in the pocket of my dinner jacket, along with the black tie.
Admire your dress sense in matching the colour of the watch dial with that of the top. I do the same with socks - matching the colour with the shirt (unless the shirt is white: never, ever wear white socks unless it's with trainers. If the shirt is white I will match the colour of the tie, or the pullover.)
Yes, but the 'dress watch' I have has a leather strap, so happily lives in the pocket of my dinner jacket, along with the black tie.
Ah, so if you were going on a holiday which included a formal black tie evening or evenings (say a cruise where you'd no doubt be at the captain's table ;) ) you'd automatically be taking two watches as your dress one travels with your dj?
I'll admit a lot of it is affectation and might instigate an interesting conversation with a fellow watch aficionado.
just be like me... don't go anywhere and save yourself the packing issues:ner:
just be like me... don't go anywhere and save yourself the packing issues:ner:
I have a friend who has progressively 'de-socialised' to the point he rarely leaves the house. He has sold his car. All his shopping is delivered; and if people didn't call he wouldn't see anyone.
He can just slob around the house wearing whatever he wants.
I have a friend who has progressively 'de-socialised' to the point he rarely leaves the house. He has sold his car. All his shopping is delivered; and if people didn't call he wouldn't see anyone.
He can just slob around the house wearing whatever he wants.
im a bit like that.. well a lot... ive not got many places to go but do still have car and was out in it yesterday. went into a garage m&s for a few things, but tbf its not often i see anyone.
But you make up for it by posting on our illustrious Forum. :) (Getting on for 93,000 posts! :eek: )
But you make up for it by posting on our illustrious Forum. :) (Getting on for 93,000 posts! :eek: )
a lot of those are as a mod etc tho.. embarrassment at number.. i really must get a life.... ah, f*** it!!:lol:
rmcin626
20-01-2023, 15:31
I will be taking at least 2 watches with me when we go on holiday, as I don’t like to wear my decent watches around the pool
I will be taking at least 2 watches with me when we go on holiday, as I don’t like to wear my decent watches around the pool
Interesting - the watch I wear every day (and even wear it in bed) is waterproof (a Rolex Oyster), yet I will take it off when showering. :scratch:
rmcin626
20-01-2023, 16:01
Interesting - the watch I wear every day (and even wear it in bed) is waterproof (a Rolex Oyster), yet I will take it off when showering. :scratch:
I usually wear my Apple Watch during the day and a Tag at night, even though it’s waterproof I usually just use the Apple Watch
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It’s clear I’ve discovered the newer Seiko box
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Same watch?
Essentially yes, same movement (4R36 aka NH36).
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I wasn’t that impressed with the new type 5s when they came out but guess I must have warmed to them as I now have four.
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rmcin626
01-02-2023, 11:00
An interesting article on high end watches, and were not to wear one.
https://www.telegraph.co.uk/fashion/style/how-watch-wars-became-new-battleground-luxury-world/
narabdela
02-02-2023, 11:16
Just arrived ( in spite of Royal Mail’s best efforts)
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Fugly! :no:
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don't recall that one roy...
Fugly! :no:
You are, of course, entitled to your opinion but it's a shame you only saw fit to pass comment on one you DIDN'T like :rolleyes:
don't recall that one roy...
Was on a bracelet before Grant (which I've now lost, think it ended up on another watch I've now sold :doh: )
You are, of course, entitled to your opinion but it's a shame you only saw fit to pass comment on one you DIDN'T like :rolleyes:
i like the hammy... ive a hammy pocketwatch.
Was on a bracelet before Grant (which I've now lost, think it ended up on another watch I've now sold :doh: )
maybe why i dont recognise it... its bright, and ive a feeling i said that before once/ maybe same one lol
my hammy..
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technically this is a hammy too well it was made by a company for them.. wind up and one of a series. never used and complete . they are becoming collectable now ive had it for years and paid grand sum of a fiver.
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technically this is a hammy too well it was made by a company for them.. wind up and one of a series. never used and complete . they are becoming collectable now ive had it for years and paid grand sum of a fiver.
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Always fancied a pocket watch.
What’s the gold coin type thing with the watch Grant?
Today’s choice
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nicely finished.. cant go wrong with seiko
narabdela
04-02-2023, 16:29
You are, of course, entitled to your opinion but it's a shame you only saw fit to pass comment on one you DIDN'T like :rolleyes:
Tempting...:), but no.
‘The world is already full of critics; to stand out, be an encourager.'
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Hot off the plane from China this SKX looky likey (and it has got a Seiko movement).
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With all those batons and minute markings, I would find that watch difficult to read.
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Swiss watch co.. quite an original look
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Panerai was yesterday’s, today’s -
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Luminor is nice. Quite classy
Panerai was yesterday’s, today’s -
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Good Lord, that is one awful-looking watch!
Good Lord, that is one awful-looking watch!
Thought you'd like that one Barry :lol:
This one’s a curiosity (and I don’t fish)
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