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Do you really need a watch to tell you which the day of the week it is? :doh:
At last - something with a bit of style and elegance. :)
Do you really need a watch to tell you which the day of the week it is? :doh:
Don't think I'll bother posting on this thread anymore :rolleyes:
Don't think I'll bother posting on this thread anymore :rolleyes:
Why not? Don't let my comments put you off - I do like some of your watches, but not all of them.
Do you really need a watch to tell you which the day of the week it is? :doh:
Course not, but it looks very cool. :)
Why not? Don't let my comments put you off - I do like some of your watches, but not all of them.
You are, of course, entitled to your opinions Barry but it's the rather superior, acerbic, patronising way you express them that irks me.
It's occurred a few times on this thread & elsewhere. I appreciate you seem to have a rather direct, no nonsense approach to things but this does come across as plain rudeness on occasions when this is probably not what you intend.
stairpost
27-07-2019, 16:21
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I do like the look of a square watch, Only ever owned one, a Pulsar. Orient do a good job with these.
You are, of course, entitled to your opinions Barry but it's the rather superior, acerbic, patronising way you express them that irks me.
It's occurred a few times on this thread & elsewhere. I appreciate you seem to have a rather direct, no nonsense approach to things but this does come across as plain rudeness on occasions when this is probably not what you intend.
Yes, I can come across as being blunt but I mean no offense. Apologies if I 'rained on your parade'.
Yes, I can come across as being blunt but I mean no offense. Apologies if I 'rained on your parade'.
Appreciated Barry & apology accepted.
That Orient watch is very nice, stunning design and build looks good.
Roy,
What's the dimensions of the square Orient' s case?
Does it wear similar to the Monaco on the wrist, or is it more dress watch proportions?
Thanks.
Not a great deal in it, Orient’s a touch narrower.
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Thanks,
perfect answer. :)
Might pick an Orient up if I can find one.
I like the Monaco.
& that’s the one I kept on in the end
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My brother came for a visit yesterday and bought a few old family things to put with all the other items I keep safe. One thing was our grandfather's wristwatch. It's very bruised and battered and not running. My brother did take it to his watch expert to see if it could be resurrected but he said it's beyond repair and some parts would have to be hand made plus the dial might not be able to be cleaned. So it will remain a piece of family history. It's probably around 100 years old and been in at least one war. Not sure it's in it's original box but it certainly has lived in it a long time.
I really like this thread and very much admire the watches, for me the plainer the better but that's just me lol. I guess what I'm trying to say is this beaten up old relic of a watch means more to me than all the posh ones I've ever had. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/540e6920857d1f8986d5b5852aadc166.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/8e07e7a8ddd46c1a17ca8c06d41003c1.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/f6712f120be2dc8928ce37af365ef906.jpg
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Bet that could tell some tales Ian.
My Dad’s old ‘Zenta’ is still going strong
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Audio Al
28-07-2019, 15:46
My brother came for a visit yesterday and bought a few old family things to put with all the other items I keep safe. One thing was our grandfather's wristwatch. It's very bruised and battered and not running. My brother did take it to his watch expert to see if it could be resurrected but he said it's beyond repair and some parts would have to be hand made plus the dial might not be able to be cleaned. So it will remain a piece of family history. It's probably around 100 years old and been in at least one war. Not sure it's in it's original box but it certainly has lived in it a long time.
I really like this thread and very much admire the watches, for me the plainer the better but that's just me lol. I guess what I'm trying to say is this beaten up old relic of a watch means more to me than all the posh ones I've ever had. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/540e6920857d1f8986d5b5852aadc166.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/8e07e7a8ddd46c1a17ca8c06d41003c1.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190728/f6712f120be2dc8928ce37af365ef906.jpg
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I bet that has been up a few skirts in its lifetime :D
I like the Monaco.
Already have one! :)
stairpost
29-07-2019, 12:49
My brother came for a visit yesterday and bought a few old family things to put with all the other items I keep safe. One thing was our grandfather's wristwatch. It's very bruised and battered and not running. My brother did take it to his watch expert to see if it could be resurrected but he said it's beyond repair and some parts would have to be hand made plus the dial might not be able to be cleaned. So it will remain a piece of family history. It's probably around 100 years old and been in at least one war. Not sure it's in it's original box but it certainly has lived in it a long time.
I really like this thread and very much admire the watches, for me the plainer the better but that's just me lol. I guess what I'm trying to say is this beaten up old relic of a watch means more to me than all the posh ones I've ever had.
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I can understand that completely, my dad owned a particularly ordinary but perfectly good Jeep watch, probably no more than £40-50. But it's the first thing I'd save out of everything I own. My mum and I were with dad when he passed away, I took it off his wrist and gave it to my mum, she held it for a moment and gave it back to me and told me dad would want me to have it. I can't even begin to express how much I care about that watch.
Also got Dad’s Rotary (he barely wore this much preferring his old automatic)
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190729/eed0824b50aa63c9506b63dad90916c0.jpg
Also got Dad’s Rotary (he barely wore this much preferring his old automatic)
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190729/eed0824b50aa63c9506b63dad90916c0.jpg
I like that one Roy. I used to have a square white-faced Rotary, but gave it away as I didn't use it.
I like that one Roy. I used to have a square white-faced Rotary, but gave it away as I didn't use it.
A bit small & subtle for my taste Barry but I’ve recently put a new battery in it just to keep it going.
At the other end of the spectrum (almost literally!) this arrived from the US today.
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You do like your diver's watches. ;)
You do like your diver's watches. ;)
So I can wear them in the bath (not that I do).
walpurgis
30-07-2019, 22:12
Now to lower the tone. Four Budweiser branded promotional quartz watches I bought at a boot sale about twenty years ago, they cost me ten quid for the four! The one far right died from leaking battery contamination. These keep very good time, the three to the left had new batteries a month or two back and are still as spot on as needs be. I normally used to reset them once a year, but no longer wear a watch.
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stairpost
31-07-2019, 16:53
Now to lower the tone. Four Budweiser branded promotional quartz watches I bought at a boot sale about twenty years ago, they cost me ten quid for the four! The one far right died from leaking battery contamination. These keep very good time, the three to the left had new batteries a month or two back and are still as spot on as needs be. I normally used to reset them once a year, but no longer wear a watch.
http://i64.tinypic.com/1zx8d4x.jpg
That's odd, when I popped into the forum for a quick look at work earlier I could see the pic, but I'm home now on my tablet and can't.
Arrived yesterday
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stairpost
01-08-2019, 16:29
Arrived yesterday
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Another interesting one there Roy, what is it?
Are you still heading towards the Daytona?
Another interesting one there Roy, what is it?
Are you still heading towards the Daytona?
It's a Brooks Bentley (no, I'd never heard of them before either). Popped up on ebay at a fair price for a nice looking watch with, what looks like, a decent automatic movement.
Yes, the Daytona's still on the radar but I've got a couple of holidays to pay for so I'll have to wait till my finances recover a little first. I'm only a poor old pensioner you know!
I’ve posted this one before but a good watch is worth repeating
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stairpost
03-08-2019, 21:04
I’ve posted this one before but a good watch is worth repeating
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Nice looking piece that one Roy. You can see the price in it.
Monday watch
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190805/c960e845e5448cdcfb8d61af5182fece.jpg
Invicta Wednesday
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190806/cc195c674231e8902bdf21410e77827c.jpg
stairpost
07-08-2019, 16:40
Invicta Wednesday
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Another new one Roy? The bezel looks like oil on water. Almost pearlescent.
Another new one Roy? The bezel looks like oil on water. Almost pearlescent.
Fairly new, just got around to resizing the bracelet. It falls somewhere between the pro diver & grand diver ranges, only 200m water resistant but in a 47mm case. Juries out on it really, might just keep it as part of the Invicta collection?
I’m tempted to build myself a custom Seiko.
I’m tempted to build myself a custom Seiko.
As long as you don't go for an orange dial with a pepsi bezel.
stairpost
07-08-2019, 21:50
Fairly new, just got around to resizing the bracelet. It falls somewhere between the pro diver & grand diver ranges, only 200m water resistant but in a 47mm case. Juries out on it really, might just keep it as part of the Invicta collection?
Well, you have a pretty serious Invicta collection, it definitely deserves a place in it.
As long as you don't go for an orange dial with a pepsi bezel.
No, I don’t actually like the Pepsi bezels ;).
Bambino time
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Thats gorgeous.
The green and gold play well together and really like the shape of the indices.
Every time I look at this thread it costs me money!
Always been taken by the idea of the historical aspect of watches, and currently the idea of the watch of WW2 Italian frogmen, (Panerei) with my car (and coffee maker!) I have an Italian thing going on atm.
Thinking one of those may be my next watch purchase.
Orient make some nice pieces, this one’s just caught my eye but I’m on a self imposed budget for the next couple of months, holiday coming up.
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Classy
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190809/a144eb731ea321d87c3147fa77f18ed4.jpg
Ninanina
09-08-2019, 22:22
I own a proper Seiko ladies diver watch which is pretty rare.. along with some Pulsar's etc
However the only watch I now wear is the Apple S4...
However the only watch I now wear is the Apple S4...
I've loaned my apple watch out, kept telling me to stand up, breathe, walk about a bit more & then when I did recorded how scary high my heart rate was. Was like having big brother on your wrist.
Ninanina
09-08-2019, 22:35
I've loaned my apple watch out, kept telling me to stand up, breathe, walk about a bit more & then when I did recorded how scary high my heart rate was. Was like having big brother on your wrist.
I know what you mean Roy.... I've set mine up so it doesn't intrude too much...;)
I know what you mean Roy.... I've set mine up so it doesn't intrude too much...;)
But then when it didn't talk to me I felt neglected
Ninanina
09-08-2019, 22:45
But then when it didn't talk to me I felt neglected
Indeed :lol:
I'll just leave all this tech to the youngsters.
Keep getting told off because I haven't paired my phone with my car.. what?
Ninanina
09-08-2019, 22:59
I'll just leave all this tech to the youngsters.
Keep getting told off because I haven't paired my phone with my car.. what?
Don't worry Roy I've only just paired my phone to the car... :lol:
Someone else paired my last phone (or was that 2 phones ago?) but as Renault in their wisdom didn't bother moving the speaker for the UK's right hand drive version of their cars you just got this distant disembodied voice from the passenger footwell, why I haven't bothered pursuing it.
Inspired by this thread I picked up this Rotary off of the bay.
It's clockwork ... and by the look of it pretty much unused since it was bought from H Samuels in Hull in 1984 ...
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48510998631_a57f20c293_z.jpg
Keeps damn good time too - when I remember to wind it up :lol:
Inspired by this thread I picked up this Rotary off of the bay.
Nice elegant looking timepiece.
Magpies helped me pick this one [emoji6]
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... here's another one I got years ago from a cheap tat junk shop.
Apparently it was cheap tat in it's day as well .. ;)
Still keeps good time though:
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This is the pride and joy though - and my daily wear.
Bought from some shop on holiday years ago.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48511864841_24ce6df7e4_b.jpg
When I was still employed and timekeeping was very important for my job I would think nothing of spending up to £15 at Argos for a watch but as I was on holiday I thought I'd treat myself and pushed the boat out at £20.
Excellent for when I'm mucking out the gutters or lancing the cat's boil :lol:
... here's another one I got years ago from a cheap tat junk shop.
Apparently it was cheap tat in it's day as well .. ;)
Still keeps good time though:
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48511798836_bb4f8a5eb1_z.jpg
Kienzle - now there's a name from the past. My parents used to have a Kienzle wall clock in their kitchen.
This is the pride and joy though - and my daily wear.
Bought from some shop on holiday years ago.
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48511864841_24ce6df7e4_b.jpg
When I was still employed and timekeeping was very important for my job I would think nothing of spending up to £15 at Argos for a watch but as I was on holiday I thought I'd treat myself and pushed the boat out at £20.
Excellent for when I'm mucking out the gutters or lancing the cat's boil :lol:
That’s very good for £20. I hesitate to tell you how much I spent on a watch when I pushed the boat out on holiday.
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I posted this on another forum, and after seeing Roy's watches it has tempted me to fork out for this one. https://www.creationwatches.com/products/orient-watches-252/orient-bambino-version-4-classic-automatic-fac08004d0-ac08004d-mens-watch-9324.html
I also showed this link, incredible value for such a classy looking watch. https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/B071NQTBYJ?ref_=ams_ad_dp_ovrl&th=1&tag=viglink4973751-21
One of the biggest watches in christendom
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Oh and I have a large wrist lok
How big Grant?
I had to move this one on, 60mm was just too large.
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a bit bigger roy.. 67 mm. very heavy tho.
Must be like having an alarm clock duct taped to your wrist :lol:
yeah its too heavy really and too big. someone bought me it so i try to keep it going.
How big Grant?
I had to move this one on, 60mm was just too large.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190812/fd5f37c96c48ebdac04c9ae7a474b3ed.jpg
Watches, like all jewellery are subject to fashion. The trend towards large dial size is one such fashion whim, and has been going on now for a few years. With diver's watches and watches with multiple timing functions, a large dial size makes sense to ease of visibility.
For an 'ordinary watch', one that simply shows the time (and perhaps the date) a smaller dial size is perfectly acceptable and IMO preferable. My Rolex, which does no more than display the time, is 37mm in diameter including the winder crown.
Roy started a watch thread on another forum which wetted my appetite, and only having a cheapie watch thought I'd treat myself. After much browsing the net and then yesterday going into town I've plumped for this one. https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=tissot+t1014101104100&id=83A025A64B1ADA68314D99A24BDE3D3EC9FFC279&FORM=IQFRBA
Very happy with my purchase.
Roy started a watch thread on another forum which wetted my appetite, and only having a cheapie watch thought I'd treat myself. After much browsing the net and then yesterday going into town I've plumped for this one. https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=tissot+t1014101104100&id=83A025A64B1ADA68314D99A24BDE3D3EC9FFC279&FORM=IQFRBA
Very happy with my purchase.
This one?
http://cdn.watchshop.com/profiler/thumb_cache/zoom/99979415_v_1429699477.jpg
Very nice - simple and elegant, with just the essentials. I like the blue face.
Roy started a watch thread on another forum which wetted my appetite, and only having a cheapie watch thought I'd treat myself. After much browsing the net and then yesterday going into town I've plumped for this one. https://www.bing.com/images/search?q=tissot+t1014101104100&id=83A025A64B1ADA68314D99A24BDE3D3EC9FFC279&FORM=IQFRBA
Very happy with my purchase.
I'd still rather have an automatic at that sort of money. Two years time you might have to weigh out for a new battery & I'm guessing for a Tissot that won't be the watch man in Debenhams for a tenner. You could argue that autos need servicing periodically but I've not had one done yet (although I have a Panerai that definitely needs regulating). I've still got the Citizen auto I got for my 18th birthday & that's still going strong 42 years later.
If you go to Timpsons for the battery replacement, then there is an option to buy a card allowing unlimited future battery changes. A bit steep up-front (something like £40), but considering a single replacement will be ~ £10, worth it IMO.
I think the 'higher end' quartz watches usually need to be sent away to the manufacturer for the battery to be replaced as it will also need to have the gasket replaced to maintain water resistance? I stand to be corrected as I only have 'cheapo' battery watches & I replace the batteries in them myself.
Timpson will do it but not on the spot.
I like Tissot watches, especially the vintage ones pre Swatch ownership, still this is one of my favourites a 516, and an older Seastar picked up on eBay for £80. The gold Seastar was a bit more though :doh:
https://i.postimg.cc/vBT1dCd1/PRS516-Face-25.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/PJBKDmM4/DSCF4715.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/zD99KWv6/DSCF4626.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/k42ptXm7/DSCF3928.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Should have had a diver on today with the awful weather but went with this, getting more wear now the straps broken in.
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hard1175
15-08-2019, 00:25
I HAVE A PANERAI 104, OMEGA RAILMASTER, OMEGA DEVILLE AND A BERMONT U2.
MORE WATCHES THAN ARMS
Bernie
I HAVE A PANERAI 104, OMEGA RAILMASTER, OMEGA DEVILLE AND A BERMONT U2.
MORE WATCHES THAN ARMS
Bernie
Any pics?, the Panerai's of particular interest. Thanks.
This one?
http://cdn.watchshop.com/profiler/thumb_cache/zoom/99979415_v_1429699477.jpg
Very nice - simple and elegant, with just the essentials. I like the blue face.
Yes, that's the one. I will most likely just go to the Timpson's man for a battery replacement, I won't be doing any deep sea diving in it, :) only wearing when I go out.
I like Tissot watches, especially the vintage ones pre Swatch ownership, still this is one of my favourites a 516, and an older Seastar picked up on eBay for £80. The gold Seastar was a bit more though :doh:
https://i.postimg.cc/vBT1dCd1/PRS516-Face-25.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/PJBKDmM4/DSCF4715.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/zD99KWv6/DSCF4626.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/k42ptXm7/DSCF3928.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Them's nice looking watches.
My new 'daily banger' will be ready to collect tomorrow, so I don't wear the dress watch all the time:
https://www.casio-europe.com/resource/images/watch/zoom/MW-240-7EVEF.jpg
Casio MW-240-7EVEF
Them's nice looking watches.
i like tissot too.. the bottom one is my fav.
mad-moon
18-08-2019, 00:11
Old bit of bling...for sale on Gumtree in my home town....couldn't resist it at £15.00.. guy says he wore it twice....looks that way too....
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48562303432_1076928ebc_b.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2gZhuVE)ACCURIST (https://flic.kr/p/2gZhuVE) by Alan Moon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/181639036@N04/), on Flickr
nice looking watch and strap... great pick up
icehockeyboy
18-08-2019, 09:50
I HAVE A PANERAI 104, OMEGA RAILMASTER, OMEGA DEVILLE AND A BERMONT U2.
MORE WATCHES THAN ARMS
Bernie
Never heard of a Bermont [emoji23][emoji23][emoji23]
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nice looking watch and strap... great pick up
Agree - there's something about square case watches. :)
mad-moon
19-08-2019, 23:31
Bugger...I'm getting the bug again...I'm picking up an old Longines tomorrow....(Oh hell...it is tomorrow)
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48580067396_97e3d365ac_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h1RxwU)LONGJOHN (https://flic.kr/p/2h1RxwU) by Alan Moon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/181639036@N04/), on Flickr
Nice!
Here's one some may find interesting; a Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork watch. Pre-digital it requires a 1.35 battery or 3v to 1.35v converter module to run. It makes a high pitched buzzzzzzzzzzzzzz when running that you (well me!) can only hear with it pressed against my ear. The hands are set by the wheel on the back of the watch, it's an 'M6' so dates from 1966...
https://i.postimg.cc/RVMb0P8C/DSCF5290.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/05GBPgVH/DSCF5273.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
https://i.postimg.cc/RZtPsjJR/DSCF5276.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
Bugger...I'm getting the bug again...I'm picking up an old Longines tomorrow....(Oh hell...it is tomorrow)
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48580067396_97e3d365ac_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h1RxwU)LONGJOHN (https://flic.kr/p/2h1RxwU) by Alan Moon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/181639036@N04/), on Flickr
Very nice - simple and elegant.
Nice!
Here's one some may find interesting; a Bulova Accutron Tuning Fork watch. Pre-digital it requires a 1.35 battery or 3v to 1.35v converter module to run. It makes a high pitched buzzzzzzzzzzzzzz when running that you (well me!) can only hear with it pressed against my ear. The hands are set by the wheel on the back of the watch, it's an 'M6' so dates from 1966...
https://i.postimg.cc/RVMb0P8C/DSCF5290.jpg (https://postimages.org/)
I have a Bulova watch, but mine uses a quartz mechanism. It has a square case, gold dial and a black patent leather strap, though the hands are set with the usual wheel on the right hand side of the case. I wear it with my dinner jacket, on those occasions that warrant it.
mad-moon
20-08-2019, 16:14
Very nice - simple and elegant.
Thanks Barry...just what I was after..a simple no nonsense dress watch...that pic i put up was from my pals mobile phone...I've spent a couple of hours on it...had it to bits for a clean up...a new strap and polished out the Plexi Glass...this is how it actually looks....better than i expected
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48585473912_e9dfdfb329_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h2kfGG)LONGJOHN 2 (https://flic.kr/p/2h2kfGG) by Alan Moon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/181639036@N04/), on Flickr
Although I have a couple of half decent watches I've always fancied something of real quality. The problem I have is that I have huge wrists, I mean HUGE. When I sprained my wrist I had to use a brace meant for a woman's ankle. I've never found a leather strap long enough and it gets difficult have a bracelet extended that much. Perhaps I should investigate a quality pocket watch lol.
Thanks Barry...just what I was after..a simple no nonsense dress watch...that pic i put up was from my pals mobile phone...I've spent a couple of hours on it...had it to bits for a clean up...a new strap and polished out the Plexi Glass...this is how it actually looks....better than i expected
Very smart looking watch & the new strap matches it nicely. 36mm?
mad-moon
20-08-2019, 17:53
Very smart looking watch & the new strap matches it nicely. 36mm?
The watch is 33mm Roy...
Nice simple stylish watch. Good maker too
Although I have a couple of half decent watches I've always fancied something of real quality. The problem I have is that I have huge wrists, I mean HUGE. When I sprained my wrist I had to use a brace meant for a woman's ankle. I've never found a leather strap long enough and it gets difficult have a bracelet extended that much. Perhaps I should investigate a quality pocket watch lol.Yup I've a big wrist too and find it hard to get one to fit.
But always preferred pockets tbh anyway. More style and an excuse to wear a waistcoat
. I've a few leather and swede ones deliberately bought too small so they don't get closed. Look good in a casual way with a shirt
Without actually taking a photo of my Bulova (for the simple reason I've forgotten how to put photos up :doh:), the nearest image I can find for my watch is this:
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save mine has a gold case and dial, and the tuning fork motif is on the back of the watch along with the serial number. Apart from that, the shape, strap, hands and batons are identical.
mad-moon
20-08-2019, 20:00
another example of simple elegance...all these extra dials and big day date boxes just makes it hard to see the time....
Not long got this. A quite understated gold coloured watch.
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another example of simple elegance...all these extra dials and big day date boxes just makes it hard to see the time....
Another vote here for clear and uncluttered dials. Lovely watch Barry.
Not long got this. A quite understated gold coloured watch.
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thats a nice one roy. fresh looking
thats a nice one roy. fresh looking
It's hard to pull off 'gold' when it isn't 'gold' but I think this one does it rather well.
Since Roy has led me astray with his watch threads :) and I purchased a Tissot, I have purchased one more which was on my ebay watch list for a bargain price of £29 inc. post.
https://www.creationwatches.com/products/armani-exchange-watches-359/armani-exchange-hampton-quartz-ax2144-mens-watch-9578.html
Since Roy has led me astray with his watch threads :) and I purchased a Tissot, I have purchased one more which was on my ebay watch list for a bargain price of £29 inc. post.
https://www.creationwatches.com/products/armani-exchange-watches-359/armani-exchange-hampton-quartz-ax2144-mens-watch-9578.html
That's quite smart & a decent size at 45mm.
Replaced the leather strap with a metal bracelet
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Stop it. :stalks: Only joking.
icehockeyboy
22-08-2019, 09:37
Anyone want to buy my Bulova Sea King chrono?
It’s one of the most accurate watches going, manufacturers claim +/-15 seconds a year!
It has a sweep second flyback hand, and the 262khz technology makes the sub dial second counter have a double tick movement, so theoretically breaking down each second counted into 2 movements.
Why do I want to sell it?
The wife hates it and won’t be seen out with me if I wear it!
SRP was around £415.
Sell for £160 postage included.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/d0dc1cf055538905f265d8496ae1f25e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/a410daf99726ceab165adc40562602f0.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/0dc283b8d276ebd03b842136d4518549.jpg
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Fossil had a sale on then there was a further 30% off using a promo code, what could I do?
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24 jewel. Should run well.
24 jewel. Should run well.
They're phenomenal movements, even in the cheaper 5s like this one.
Was bidding on a watch with 34 jewels on ebay but just missed out. It was quite an ugly watch anyway but I would have liked to have it for the curiosity value.
Fossil had a sale on then there was a further 30% off using a promo code, what could I do?
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You knew I'd like that one Roy.
Bank holiday weekend companion
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Nice rolex that..
Just found this Gruen. Forgot i still had it.
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A few marks inside although it looks worse in pic than it is.
think the dial is fairly rare, is it sun burst or star burst
Very similar to my Dad’s old Zenta
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Bank holiday weekend companion
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When it comes to diver's or explorer's watches, those by Rolex are IMO the most stylish.
My next Rolex purchase was going to be a Daytona but now I’ve seen how small they are the Submariner is back in the frame - probably just a simple black faced version on a steel bracelet.
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https://images.rolex.com/2019/catalogue/images/upright-bba-with-shadow/m116500ln-0002.png?impolicy=upright-majesty
Far too 'macho' for my tastes I'm afraid. Sorry.
Very similar to my Dad’s old Zenta
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190825/478213678be8540197cdbeaacee8820b.jpgYup quite similar in style. The gruen has fancy legs too. There are a couple of connections with Rolex and Gruen. Although an American Co and were at one time americas biggest, most of their movements were Swiss or german
Might even go for a ‘no date’ version, nice tidy face
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Might even go for a ‘no date’ version, nice tidy face
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Now that looks much better - as you say a "nice tidy face". :)
icehockeyboy
26-08-2019, 13:48
Anyone want to buy my Bulova Sea King chrono?
It’s one of the most accurate watches going, manufacturers claim +/-15 seconds a year!
It has a sweep second flyback hand, and the 262khz technology makes the sub dial second counter have a double tick movement, so theoretically breaking down each second counted into 2 movements.
Why do I want to sell it?
The wife hates it and won’t be seen out with me if I wear it!
SRP was around £415.
Sell for £160 postage included.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/d0dc1cf055538905f265d8496ae1f25e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/a410daf99726ceab165adc40562602f0.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190822/0dc283b8d276ebd03b842136d4518549.jpg
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SOLD.
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Bit of a beast today
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A cracker that Roy. Looks like the wristwatch of choice for an intergalactic gladiator :D
A cracker that Roy. Looks like the wristwatch of choice for an intergalactic gladiator :D
:lol: Heavy enough to be used as an offensive weapon certainly
:lol: Heavy enough to be used as an offensive weapon certainly
i'd wear that one ;) like the protective bar
New day, new watch
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mad-moon
29-08-2019, 09:13
yip it sure is...I like all watches that resemble Rolex Divers...except for that raised glass for the date...it's a bugger for being chipped....
yip it sure is...I like all watches that resemble Rolex Divers...except for that raised glass for the date...it's a bugger for being chipped....
Have fancied a Rolex Submariner for some time but they're in short supply. I considered paying over retail for a pre owned example but that never sat well with me.
Anyway I'm now on 2 waiting lists, 1 AD said it would be about a year's wait for the no date version I want, the other wouldn't commit to a waiting time but said I would get preferential treatment as I purchased my Explorer II there.
'Watch' this space ;)
not that fussed about them tbh, and certainly not 6k+ worth imo. Prefer your ingersol bison
icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 09:34
Awaiting another Bulova watch, this time The Lunar Pilot, the other watch that was worn on the moon when the crystal popped off the official moon watch, The Omega Speedmaster.
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mad-moon
29-08-2019, 09:37
not that fussed about them tbh, and certainly not 6k+ worth imo. Prefer your ingersol bison
I know what you mean about the price tag Grant...The Ingersoll face is too busy for me...I like Roy's idea about the no date version Submariner...I've had a couple of Rolex's Subs in my hand. There is just something about them..a superior finish watch, built like a tank, but as you say, are they worth that sort of Money. I'm Sceptical...Saying that, a lottery win would have be buying a few...:mental:
icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 09:37
Have fancied a Rolex Submariner for some time but they're in short supply. I considered paying over retail for a pre owned example but that never sat well with me.
Anyway I'm now on 2 waiting lists, 1 AD said it would be about a year's wait for the no date version I want, the other wouldn't commit to a waiting time but said I would get preferential treatment as I purchased my Explorer II there.
'Watch' this space ;)
Watchfinder & Co have a number of Subs, including a no date at £6950.
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I know what you mean about the price tag Grant...The Ingersoll face is too busy for me...I like Roy's idea about the no date version Submariner...I've had a couple of Rolex's Subs in my hand. There is just something about them..a superior finish watch, built like a tank, but as you say, are they worth that sort of Money. I'm Sceptical...Saying that, a lottery win would have be buying a few...:mental:
One of my old pockets, from 19th century cost $39 for movement in the day. which was a fair amount then I believe. Guess if you put a nice gold case on it would be over $100 then. gold wasnt as high as now of course. Just think pockets are better value.
Watchfinder & Co have a number of Subs, including a no date at £6950.
No box, no papers & 9 years old, don't think so.
icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 10:04
No box, no papers & 9 years old, don't think so.
Are they selling for less elsewhere?
I’ve had watches from them sans box and papers, never had a problem if that’s the issue.
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Are they selling for less elsewhere?
I’ve had watches from them sans box and papers, never had a problem if that’s the issue.
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Retail's £5,650, I'd rather wait a year, get a brand new one & save £1,300 :)
icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 10:14
Retail's £5,650, I'd rather wait a year, get a brand new one & save £1,300 :)
I didn’t realise that!
£600 less than the Exy 11!
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icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 10:17
My latest watch.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190829/af92fb76e0712cf749fbf66801758b96.jpg
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icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 10:19
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Better photo.
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icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 10:26
I had it in my mind that the Sub date was quite a bit more expensive than the Explorer 11, seems there is only £300 difference.
That of course when you can get hold of them without paying a premium.
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I had it in my mind that the Sub date was quite a bit more expensive than the Explorer 11, seems there is only £300 difference.
That of course when you can get hold of them without paying a premium.
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I'd actually negotiated a trade in with Watchfinder for a 6 year old no date with box & papers, they had the sub up for £7950 & offered me £2000 for one of my Panerais. Now I have to wait a year but get to keep the Panerai.
Nice Bulova, is it an auto?
rmcin626
29-08-2019, 11:08
Been using this watch mainly for the last year or so26590
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icehockeyboy
29-08-2019, 11:12
I'd actually negotiated a trade in with Watchfinder for a 6 year old no date with box & papers, they had the sub up for £7950 & offered me £2000 for one of my Panerais. Now I have to wait a year but get to keep the Panerai.
Nice Bulova, is it an auto?
Hi Roy
It’s quartz driven, but the timing hand sweeps like a non quartz, and thanks to Bulova ‘s 262khz movement, the seconds hand makes 2 movements per second
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Another wristwatch I found. Not seen for a good while. Not running so probably needs a battery.
An Accuristhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190829/a3f136628a86ce962b86a181a68773a3.jpg
Another wristwatch I found. Not seen for a good while. Not running so probably needs a battery.]
Interesting looking piece Grant.
This arrived from China today
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mad-moon
30-08-2019, 09:07
Interesting looking piece Grant.
This arrived from China today
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Very nice...big pointers and markers...nice and easy to read for failing lamp oil....and a nice subtle blue too...similar-ish to my Pulsar Solar
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/48646630386_160336593b_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2h7JGoE)PULSAR (https://flic.kr/p/2h7JGoE) by Alan Moon (https://www.flickr.com/photos/181639036@N04/), on Flickr
And what do you want for less than a fiver? One of these maybe?
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mad-moon
30-08-2019, 09:18
the straps worth a fiver....
good value roy. strap would likely cost more
mad-moon
30-08-2019, 09:28
And what do you want for less than a fiver? One of these maybe?
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It's a bit like a le mans type...
Not sure if i did this before. Found it in a box.
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Good looking movement in that one Grant.
Got a new case today, here are some of the collection
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£30 on amazon..
Looks good in the small pichttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190901/f68b064a7c577ca6ed1bdacd5399ac5f.jpg
Yes, I’ve bought some decent ‘cheapies’ off Amazon
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£20 each these two, automatics as well
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£30 on amazon..
Looks good in the small pichttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20190901/f68b064a7c577ca6ed1bdacd5399ac5f.jpg
That looks awful! Bling, bling and more bling, with an extra helping of bling for good measure.
Back in black
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Those Forsining watches do look classy, never guess they were £20.
That looks awful! Bling, bling and more bling, with an extra helping of bling for good measure.
tis a bit on the bling side for my liking but its a nice thing for under £30. that was the point
Back in black
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another nice one Roy
Yes, I’ve bought some decent ‘cheapies’ off Amazon
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£20 each these two, automatics as well
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Now that's much more like it. Think I prefer version with the black dial, though the one with the 'pink' gold case and brown leather strap looks nice as well. £20! _ I'm tempted to buy one myself.
Have ‘em both for £40 Barry, push the boat out.
Prague
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Had this one a few years, never misses a beat
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Very nice again Roy, looks new.
Very nice again Roy, looks new.
Arrived yesterday (I sold one of my Seikos a week or so ago). It came on a really odd plaited rope strap which I took off & put on this black fabric strap (which is actually the wrong size, it's a 24mm & this watch takes a 22mm). I've ordered a nice navy blue leather strap which should suit it well.
nice watch.. A lot of these paracord watch straps around now.
A retro look today with an ingersoll radiolite
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icehockeyboy
06-09-2019, 09:46
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Put the latest addition on a ‘Bond’ NATO strap.
Put the latest addition on a ‘Bond’ NATO strap.
Suits it well.
Just received this, came with 4 straps. Not sure the one on it works, good quality strap though.
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icehockeyboy
07-09-2019, 13:56
Suits it well.
Just received this, came with 4 straps. Not sure the one on it works, good quality strap though.
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Looks nice!
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A citizen today. Good watches my son has a few.
A citizen today. Good watches my son has a few.
Yes, I’ve got 5 Grant, including the one I got for my 18th birthday that’s still going strong after 42 years.
Bit of class today
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Swapped to a large Invicta today
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Liked yesterday's luminor. Very stylish
Seiko 5 on a brown leather NATO strap
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Took the silicone strap off this and added a bracelet, not sure it works but certainly more comfortable
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Goldie today
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Ebay bargain
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Ebay bargain
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best one so far i think.
best one so far i think.
Took a bit of a punt, ebay listing said the face was scratched but as it turned out you can barely see them. Not bad for 50 notes.
Picking watches to take on holiday, not sure if this has made the cut yet
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You'll need a holiday after going through all your watches deciding which ones you are taking with you Roy. :lol:
The Orient should definitely make the cut.
I inherited a Rolex, one of them that you wind. Its pretty awesome!
You'll need a holiday after going through all your watches deciding which ones you are taking with you Roy. :lol:
The Orient should definitely make the cut.
Settled on just 7 in the end including this old favourite
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I inherited a Rolex, one of them that you wind. Its pretty awesome!
Which model? A pic would be good ;)
By the pool (and in the pool, there’s a swim up bar) with a classic Seiko.
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guyhayton
19-09-2019, 20:02
Love that pepsi Seiko. I keep thinking I should get myself one
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Nice souvenir of Barbados [emoji4]
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very good...
https://youtu.be/GaElH0EHjIs
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Audio Al
03-10-2019, 10:10
Roy its 20 mins slow :D
Roy its 20 mins slow :D
Like Jethro Tull I'm living in the past..
Nice souvenir of Barbados [emoji4]
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One of the nicest looking 'diver's' watches I have seen.
Roy its 20 mins slow :D
No - it's only two minutes slow:
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One of the nicest looking 'diver's' watches I have seen.
Jacques Cousteau's early preference
https://monochrome-watches.com/cousteau-and-the-timepieces-of-the-calypso-team-part-1/
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Two nice watches there Roy.
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I like that one, but ideally would prefer a smaller diameter dial (yes I know large dials are fashionable at the moment). Perfect example of simplicity and elegance. :)
Two nice watches there Roy.
I like that one, but ideally would prefer a smaller diameter dial (yes I know large dials are fashionable at the moment). Perfect example of simplicity and elegance. :)
Timeless elegance for a tenner at Argos (I bought a black one to)
Barry, Roy tipped me the nod on watches from Amazon, some nice simple designs here and cheap too. https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=mens+watches+black&crid=2MCQCMWTNWNLB&sprefix=mens+watches%2Caps%2C148&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_9_12
icehockeyboy
05-10-2019, 08:11
very good...
https://youtu.be/GaElH0EHjIs
He says ‘Air Speet’! [emoji23]
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Audio Al
05-10-2019, 09:12
All you could ever need this one
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Casio-Collection-Unisex-Adults-F-91W-1YER/dp/B000J34HN4/ref=sxin_4_ac_d_rm?ac_md=1-1-bWVucyB3YXRjaGVz-ac_d_rm&crid=2MCQCMWTNWNLB&keywords=mens+watches+black&pd_rd_i=B000J34HN4&pd_rd_r=c847c40a-0b52-415f-a16e-b7f26877e91c&pd_rd_w=bBjpM&pd_rd_wg=7m4y5&pf_rd_p=56545653-8f41-4d75-8e9e-a9a74434f65c&pf_rd_r=X1599SR6P300DEMQFMF1&psc=1&qid=1570266692&sprefix=mens+watches%2Caps%2C148
If you’re talking Casio it’s got to be this one
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Around £20 with a ten year battery & 200m water resistance
Barry, Roy tipped me the nod on watches from Amazon, some nice simple designs here and cheap too. https://www.amazon.co.uk/s?k=mens+watches+black&crid=2MCQCMWTNWNLB&sprefix=mens+watches%2Caps%2C148&ref=nb_sb_ss_i_9_12
Thanks David,
I haven't had a look at all 30,000 items for sale, but this caught my eye: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SKAGEN-SKW6329-Skagen-Mens-Watch/dp/B01LC11EGE/ref=sr_1_42?crid=2MCQCMWTNWNLB&keywords=mens+watches+black&qid=1570296560&sprefix=mens+watches%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-42.
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EExwvGCfL._AC_UL320_ML3_.jpg
Audio Al
05-10-2019, 17:41
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:eek: The size of that looks like a clock with a strap :D
Well if you think that’s big Al how about this Invicta ‘Black Ops’
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Audio Al
06-10-2019, 06:44
Well if you think that’s big Al how about this Invicta ‘Black Ops’
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:stalks::eek:
then there is rudy the dinasaur :eyebrows:https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img921/7154/jCaWSW.jpg
mad-moon
06-10-2019, 08:21
One of the nicest looking 'diver's' watches I have seen.
The time on this Genuine Rolex Sub., reminds me of a joke...I'd bought one off the market from a guy called Derek....and later that night my pal was round for a few bevvies...I was showing him the new purchase and bragging how good a time keepr it was, when the 9.00 news came on the tv..I looked at the watch with my pal..and he laughed out loud as it read 8.45...I immediately grabbed my son by the ear and shouted, have you been mucking about with the telly again, you little bugger....Oof Oof Oof....I'll get my coat....
Audio Al
06-10-2019, 08:43
then there is rudy the dinasaur :eyebrows:https://imagizer.imageshack.com/img921/7154/jCaWSW.jpg
Does it come with a set of barbells so you can train for the strain :lol:
It’s hip to be square
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/32f308b71685a0334440b7a999ad32ae.jpg
Saw this on a Facebook watch group, a nice sized watch
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/5a16f8413b2a8c5faf6ce46ffd0af06d.jpg
Thanks David,
I haven't had a look at all 30,000 items for sale, but this caught my eye: https://www.amazon.co.uk/SKAGEN-SKW6329-Skagen-Mens-Watch/dp/B01LC11EGE/ref=sr_1_42?crid=2MCQCMWTNWNLB&keywords=mens+watches+black&qid=1570296560&sprefix=mens+watches%2Caps%2C148&sr=8-42.
https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/81EExwvGCfL._AC_UL320_ML3_.jpg
That's a very nice watch Barry. I also looked at Skagen, I like the very simple face watches. It was Roy who started me of looking for a new watch, thinking I would spend in the region of £100, ended up more than double. :doh: Looks like I might have done the same to you, at least I can blame Roy. :lol:
It’s hip to be square
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191006/32f308b71685a0334440b7a999ad32ae.jpg
No it isn't. :lol:
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at least I can blame Roy. :lol:
Yes, don't try this watch collecting lark at home kids, it's highly addictive! (I'm actually going to move some on... so I can buy more!)
No it isn't. :lol:
Cheeky :D
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thats a big un again..
Just a mere 47mm Grant (+ crown) (and I still struggle to see the date..)
Glasses are the answer Roy. Nice looking watch, although that would be too big for me. Never heard of Gigandet watches before.
Just a mere 47mm Grant (+ crown) (and I still struggle to see the date..)
yup more of a pocketwatch size. they did at one time put pockets onto wriststraps as they had lots and folk wanted wrists.. probably around end of ww1
yup more of a pocketwatch size. they did at one time put pockets onto wriststraps as they had lots and folk wanted wrists.. probably around end of ww1
Yes, one of my Ingersolls is in that style
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191009/c96a1ea665147f4c30bd46bf3984153b.jpg
I’ve put this one on before but a good watch is worth repeating
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Yes, one of my Ingersolls is in that style
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191009/c96a1ea665147f4c30bd46bf3984153b.jpg
indeed, it was sidewinders the used.
A divers watch (if it didn’t have a leather strap)
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A divers watch (if it didn’t have a leather strap)
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Well I tried it on a bracelet
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But ultimately it works best on its original rubber strap (I can wear it in the bath now)
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yeah think rubber is best:eyebrows:
A touch of bling for the weekend
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191012/4ce5f92cad5734659e27db34bd086478.jpg
Something a bit different in autumnal colours
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tudor like.. nice watches corgeut
‘Bottle cap’ Seiko today
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191016/a85842a05e21df62657237b3b5f29a5f.jpg
Eco driving
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191017/9c0320e56d6e7f8ba2fd30dd1ea3db0c.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191018/1455d88096bc8b5e3bc88a854c6a995a.jpg
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Today the perfect watch if you don’t care what time it is (and the day’s wrong)
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191020/341b18d779575033efdc13b3c1d34015.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191021/83a8d25ae51f92aa2f0031558c8e55ed.jpg
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https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20191021/d2db1320eba37271a842351590c0ef1b.jpgQuite nice Roy. Looks very sporty
very sporty
Just like me :lol:
Ebay cheapy
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Audio Al
23-10-2019, 01:46
Roy , Just how many do you have :eek:
Roy , Just how many do you have :eek:
It's around a hundred at the moment Al, I buy / sell a few a month (having said that my purchases have far outstripped sales recently).
Another new arrival
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