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SteveW
31-05-2020, 10:53
Swapped the bracelet out on this one for a Bond Nato, fresh face and a different vibe.
Too chunky looking with the traditional Nato way of lacing it up, but works well with the “over-under” way I think.
https://i.imgur.com/p9cjLJg.jpg

Works well.


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Roy S
31-05-2020, 13:14
The grey & black natos certainly seem the most versatile.

Gigandet today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49955910062_5e363a3010_o.jpg

struth
31-05-2020, 13:18
looks a good strap too..

Roy S
31-05-2020, 13:22
looks a good strap too..

Quite a tough canvas one, not really appropriate for a divers watch but then I take them off before I even just shower lol

struth
31-05-2020, 13:24
i like the texture

struth
01-06-2020, 09:00
Not had this on for a while.. My vintage sunburst gruen autowind.
Lovely watch this and starting to become more valuable I've noticed.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200601/5240735daa963c5fce74c279b2a50873.jpg
could do with a clean inside glass alas but looks better without a camera

Roy S
01-06-2020, 10:06
Not had this on for a while.. My vintage sunburst gruen autowind.
Lovely watch this and starting to become more valuable I've noticed.


A classic Grant.

I've gone with an Orient today.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49959565597_3673bb9633_o.jpg

struth
01-06-2020, 12:11
Nice, I like it when the face rolls into the strap like that.

struth
01-06-2020, 13:45
Finally arrived my Parnis..

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200601/56027f26218e8058a00a417536941b4c.jpg

SteveW
01-06-2020, 13:53
Class


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struth
01-06-2020, 14:18
Quite nice.. Date is set the old fashioned way..

All set uphttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200601/76ccdf48a828ed3016f1e993e9c15275.jpg

Roy S
01-06-2020, 14:30
Quite nice.. Date is set the old fashioned way..



Nice looking watch Grant, think I tried for one of these on the bay before but got outbid. Enjoy!

struth
01-06-2020, 14:56
strap is a bit tight so ordered a longer one from the bay.

was also a plastic peel off on crystal i never noticed.. probably why it didnt picture well:D
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200601/f772f17a68d2e5361d85d25e3c2ed0d7.jpg

Roy S
01-06-2020, 15:13
was also a plastic peel off on crystal i never noticed.. probably why it didnt picture well:D


Yes, I've done that :D

With the foil off the 'Guilloche' really pops.

Gazjam
01-06-2020, 17:06
2nd hand and paid nowhere near standard prices.
Haggled a huge chunk off it too, the guy was getting divorced and knew he was taking a hit on it resale.
Poor bugger newly divorced and sorting out his finances.

Ha....like you were concerned.....Jammy Gaz...:lol:

As if... :)

Roy S
01-06-2020, 23:00
Got a Batman :D

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49959683341_fa908ff7c4_o.jpg

struth
02-06-2020, 02:10
Cool.. How cool would that have been 50 yrs ago

struth
03-06-2020, 08:50
Some natos arrivehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200603/7ecf925d41af35d18d3bba6e5d9df0fb.jpg

struth
03-06-2020, 14:15
Fitted this one for now.

More comfortable for sure

https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/924/229eAM.jpg

Gazjam
03-06-2020, 14:18
HOLY TIMEPIECE Batman!


Got a Batman :D

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49959683341_fa908ff7c4_o.jpg

struth
03-06-2020, 15:29
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/923/JWBaYN.jpg

ARTY

Roy S
03-06-2020, 17:24
Baby blue today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49967595416_ed0cea9231_o.jpg

Roy S
03-06-2020, 18:09
And got a nice leather strap for this sterile dial Parnis, only a fiver on ebay. It was an odd lug width at 21mm.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49967994632_bede7f62c2_o.jpg

Roy S
03-06-2020, 18:15
Some natos arrive

Further scope for experimentation Grant, nice one :)

struth
04-06-2020, 11:01
pleased with the comfort of this nato on the parnis.. a huge step up from leather. nylons instead of leather britches eh:lol:

struth
04-06-2020, 11:03
And got a nice leather strap for this sterile dial Parnis, only a fiver on ebay. It was an odd lug width at 21mm.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49967994632_bede7f62c2_o.jpg

strap looks good, as does the watch. got my eye on a few homage types... see how i feel later

struth
04-06-2020, 11:11
Swapped the orange one onto this one.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200604/56131ab4e2aafe2a7b1c4b21ff488bcd.jpg

struth
04-06-2020, 11:28
And put this black one on on this auto tevise 1000.lol

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200604/2bbecfdfdd8a74c6af5836006d558a28.jpg

not a great pic but some of my collection so far..

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200604/e489c3df8db3a27a636c59e8ce5a3497.jpg

Roy S
04-06-2020, 12:03
strap looks good, as does the watch. got my eye on a few homage types... see how i feel later

For what you can pick them up for they're a steal, got another on today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49969502298_5f21af4399_o.jpg


Swapped the orange one onto this one.


That works - looks good.




not a great pic but some of my collection so far..

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200604/e489c3df8db3a27a636c59e8ce5a3497.jpg

:thumbsup:

struth
04-06-2020, 12:32
starting to fancy a bit of green lol.. ive 2 coming.. one i won at auction at a good price(a parnis diver homage sterile), probably as its baby blue, and the other as a best offer.. its an 007 homage seamaster planet ocean submariner...

also have some leather straps xxl

Roy S
04-06-2020, 14:15
starting to fancy a bit of green lol.. ive 2 coming.. one i won at auction at a good price(a parnis diver homage sterile), probably as its baby blue, and the other as a best offer.. its an 007 homage seamaster planet ocean submariner...

also have some leather straps xxl

Yes, I like a green watch & an orange watch & a yellow watch & .... I've got another Parnis coming, similar to that one you just got with the power reserve indicator except this one has a black face & is on a mesh strap.

Roy S
05-06-2020, 09:00
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972977466_fcd1db1a53_o.jpg

Roy S
05-06-2020, 10:15
New Parnis.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972616138_c99ce8d529_o.jpg

struth
05-06-2020, 10:18
ah, i remember seeing that one.. very nice...

Roy S
05-06-2020, 10:20
ah, i remember seeing that one.. very nice...

Secured it for £42 with free postage Grant :)

struth
05-06-2020, 10:23
Secured it for £42 with free postage Grant :)

very good.. id think a good saving there

Gazjam
05-06-2020, 10:28
Like the Parnis Explorer on that strap Roy, sets off the black dial well.
Got a link for the strap please?



https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972977466_fcd1db1a53_o.jpg

Roy S
05-06-2020, 10:43
Like the Parnis Explorer on that strap Roy, sets off the black dial well.
Got a link for the strap please?

Checked back & got that strap in January, the ebay seller I got it from doesn't seem to be selling watch straps at the moment. Shame because it was a UK seller & it was only £4 odd & 'quick release'.

These aren't bad if you don't mind waiting & putting quarantine measures in place for the parcel when it arrives :)

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Luxury-Genuine-Leather-Watch-Wrist-Band-Quick-Release-Pins-Strap-18-20-22-24mm/254215792270?ssPageName=STRK%3AMEBIDX%3AIT&_trksid=p2057872.m2749.l2649

struth
05-06-2020, 10:45
Quite like this watch

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/be422284a6951bc561ab427763daaa13.jpg

Roy S
05-06-2020, 10:52
Quite like this watch



Funnily enough just had an offer accepted on one of those :)

struth
05-06-2020, 10:54
Funnily enough just had an offer accepted on one of those :)

how much

Roy S
05-06-2020, 10:54
how much

£58 with postage

Pre owned but looks in good shape, might need to add a link or two but I've got plenty of them floating about.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972719573_dd48e2ef86_o.jpg

struth
05-06-2020, 11:20
got offered one for around that price... its quite nice but strap wont fit so means fitting another after market nato i guess,, adds to cost

struth
05-06-2020, 12:12
Parnis sterilehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/ebc47007751021843c8dd372b81fe6eb.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/423e3ba0fc323b7d575d5dc155ee810c.jpg

struth
05-06-2020, 12:16
18,22,24mm, leather straps.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/294b9ac5a1988979f8b6356e07086aa7.jpg

Roy S
05-06-2020, 12:19
Yes, I've got the white face / blue bezel variant, stuck it on a white rubber strap.

Here are the Parniss (Parni?)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49973628642_5ef1113765_o.jpg

struth
05-06-2020, 12:23
Very similar.. maybe just a little difference(hand colour)maybe just the light.. I like the top left and bottom right ones too in that lot... well like them all actually lol.. 18 just parnis..

SteveW
05-06-2020, 12:25
£58 with postage

Pre owned but looks in good shape, might need to add a link or two but I've got plenty of them floating about.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972719573_dd48e2ef86_o.jpg

Yeah.. that really is lovely.
Beautiful bezel.


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struth
05-06-2020, 12:47
Any ideas how back comes off.. It's like a serrated edged circle in middle.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/be388e58f376ff748e88afcda15335b0.jpg

or does it lever off from side

Roy S
05-06-2020, 12:52
Any ideas how back comes off.. It's like a serrated edged circle in middle.

or does it lever off from side

Probably need one of these. Should I ask why you want the back off?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sticky-Friction-Ball-Screwing-Ball-Watch-Repair-Tool-Back-Case-Opener-Remover-UK/233599945730?hash=item3663a44c02:g:udwAAOSweRVezNu a

struth
05-06-2020, 12:57
Probably need one of these. Should I ask why you want the back off?

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Sticky-Friction-Ball-Screwing-Ball-Watch-Repair-Tool-Back-Case-Opener-Remover-UK/233599945730?hash=item3663a44c02:g:udwAAOSweRVezNu a

Think your right.. a screw down... Just in case, i like to know and not seen one with that bit in middle.. thought it was a new thing

struth
05-06-2020, 14:34
Think your right.. a screw down... Just in case, i like to know and not seen one with that bit in middle.. thought it was a new thing

it'll not matter.. the thing is faulty. keeps stopping. ive initiated a return and packed it up. not pissing about with arugeing about a supposedly new watch..

Roy S
05-06-2020, 14:57
it'll not matter.. the thing is faulty. keeps stopping. ive initiated a return and packed it up. not pissing about with arugeing about a supposedly new watch..

That's a bloody nuisance Grant. I've been quite lucky with my purchases I suppose, the last 'rogue' one was that Ingersoll with the detached second hand which came from Amazon, got their courier to come and collect it. Before that I had a Citizen eco-drive that arrived with the back off & worked when it felt like it & a Swatch that was described as a fully working automatic watch - they lied on both counts, neither working nor automatic!

struth
05-06-2020, 15:09
just looked back the guys feedback which was pretty good. only one neg, but it was for a blue parnis... i wonder if it was a rebound?

struth
05-06-2020, 15:16
Quite like this watch

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200605/be422284a6951bc561ab427763daaa13.jpg

ordered one of these instead.. 58£ a bit more than the blue but hopefully it'll work.

40mm PARNIS black dial Sapphire glass Ceramic bezel GMT automatic mens watch 338

Roy S
05-06-2020, 15:38
just looked back the guys feedback which was pretty good. only one neg, but it was for a blue parnis... i wonder if it was a rebound?

'harrywatches1' ?

struth
05-06-2020, 15:39
'harrywatches1' ?

yup, how you guess? well thats the return one..

the black one is from greenstars

Roy S
05-06-2020, 15:55
yup, how you guess? well thats the return one..

the black one is from greenstars

My white faced & (I think) my blue faced sub homages came from him & he sells them with mesh straps.

That was a good deal on the GMT homage, wonder if the second hour hand is usable?

struth
05-06-2020, 16:02
My white faced & (I think) my blue faced sub homages came from him & he sells them with mesh straps.

That was a good deal on the GMT homage, wonder if the second hour hand is usable?

bezel is uni directional so hoping so.. strap wont fit me but if youve any spare bits after doing yours i might try my luck :eyebrows: if not i will put a nice leather or nato on

Roy S
05-06-2020, 16:07
bezel is uni directional so hoping so.. strap wont fit me but if youve any spare bits after doing yours i might try my luck :eyebrows: if not i will put a nice leather or nato on

Happy to see what spare links I've got rattling around for you Grant, have you got a friction pin removal tool?

struth
05-06-2020, 16:10
Happy to see what spare links I've got rattling around for you Grant, have you got a friction pin removal tool?

em... maybe lol.. got a box a while ago with a load of crap in it.. thenk there were some

Roy S
05-06-2020, 16:14
Well there are these -

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Useful-Watch-Adjust-Remover-Repair/dp/B07KC47GZP/ref=asc_df_B07KC47GZP/?tag=googshopuk-21&linkCode=df0&hvadid=375390347169&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8384599326793341214&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9044954&hvtargid=pla-799179744183&psc=1&tag=&ref=&adgrpid=76811929157&hvpone=&hvptwo=&hvadid=375390347169&hvpos=&hvnetw=g&hvrand=8384599326793341214&hvqmt=&hvdev=c&hvdvcmdl=&hvlocint=&hvlocphy=9044954&hvtargid=pla-799179744183

But I struggle to get the pin to line up with the hole in the link.

So I use this

https://www.amazon.co.uk/Repair-Remover-Punches-Removal-Watchmaker/dp/B07CZG4KGV

Which I find more precise

struth
05-06-2020, 16:22
I used to have the first one years ago and broke it.
Think this lot of stuff has that second set with long hammer. Wasn't sure what the hamma was for lol

Roy S
05-06-2020, 16:26
I used to have the first one years ago and broke it.
Think this lot of stuff has that second set with long hammer. Wasn't sure what the hamma was for lol

Sometimes (rarely in my experience) you can just push the pins out but usually they need a little persuasion with the hammer (better that the pins are tight, means the bracelet is more secure).

Roy S
06-06-2020, 02:45
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49974074266_a8bafd0391_o.jpg

struth
06-06-2020, 09:52
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49974074266_a8bafd0391_o.jpgQuite flashy that.. Catches the eye.
I've put the Parnis back on. It charges quite quickly too.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200606/615c684a24d6e5c7f9fa5edd563b58a9.jpg

Roy S
06-06-2020, 09:59
I've put the Parnis back on. It charges quite quickly too.


Miyota 21 jewel movement Grant?

struth
06-06-2020, 10:02
Miyota 21 jewel movement Grant?

yes its the miyota version..

Roy S
07-06-2020, 11:12
A 20 quid auto today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49980375747_79567a92f5_o.jpg

struth
07-06-2020, 11:22
Not bad for 20 notes roy... Putting tis on now. Was even less.. Had the parnis on earlier to charge
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200607/563ce5887fa354daf5297ba6a6423278.jpg

Roy S
08-06-2020, 01:31
Orient Bambino

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/c82912d04dbb2c62221aa88ac4c2c8ed.jpg

struth
08-06-2020, 10:01
Hugo Boss today for me

Not had this on since I waxed the inside of straphttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/cbe42fb23e67bf15c3c1bf13d397d4b0.jpg

Ps. Nice orient

struth
08-06-2020, 10:48
One I picked up at the bay.. Quite liked it and strap fits.


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/3331bf414db3357e3b05bd6be1735933.jpg

a seamaster homage i think...

Clasp fit

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/3d2cf2f118086c86f63158c27fb8ba08.jpg

Gazjam
08-06-2020, 10:54
:thumbsup:


Orient Bambino

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/c82912d04dbb2c62221aa88ac4c2c8ed.jpg

antonio
08-06-2020, 14:38
I still like the Orient Roy.

Roy S
08-06-2020, 20:08
Hugo Boss today for me

Not had this on since I waxed the inside of strap

Ps. Nice orient

Cheers Grant. Think the Hugo Boss would look good on that black & orange nato you got.


One I picked up at the bay.. Quite liked it and strap fits.

a seamaster homage i think...

Clasp fit



Juat ordered one of those :)



:thumbsup:


I still like the Orient Roy.

Thanks both.

This arrived from the states, will probably divide opinion but I like this brand.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49984970568_5dc18a82da_o.jpg

struth
08-06-2020, 22:27
Nice yellow watch. Mentally noted.
The paulareis is quite nice. They do a few models

Roy S
08-06-2020, 22:41
The paulareis is quite nice. They do a few models

I had one of their Planet Ocean homages, gave it to my cousin when I got the real thing.

Roy S
09-06-2020, 09:47
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49987436871_c30769f4a7_o.jpg

struth
09-06-2020, 09:55
thats quite nicely laid out

SteveW
09-06-2020, 09:57
Orient Bambino

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200608/c82912d04dbb2c62221aa88ac4c2c8ed.jpg

That’s really nice.
Reminds me of the Seiko Alpinist, but actually nicer.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200609/fe0efab4255cf93d836483c2cc13743d.jpg


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Roy S
09-06-2020, 10:16
thats quite nicely laid out

The power reserve dial is strangely comforting.


That’s really nice.
Reminds me of the Seiko Alpinist, but actually nicer.


Yes, I've always liked the look of the Alpinist but never pulled the trigger as I think it's overpriced. Also the reason for not having any Grand Seikos in the collection, can't get my head round parting with that amount of cash for something that's 'just a Seiko'.

struth
10-06-2020, 08:00
Yet another strap on this as the yellow/orange one was a little narrow.

Although a cheap watch and the strap cost more I quite like ithttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200610/ffe61bf1149408f54b8d170ea346ab64.jpg

antonio
10-06-2020, 08:02
That looks good Struth.

Roy S
10-06-2020, 09:38
More of a fake than an homage but I don't think Panerai have ever made a watch like this. Bought from the long since defunct 'Poshwatch' website this is about 15 years old and surprisingly still fully functional (other watches I bought from this site have long since failed / fell to bits).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49991243077_f3ffa29269_o.jpg

Roy S
10-06-2020, 09:47
This just arrived, very happy with the build quality (got two spare links for you Grant)

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200610/cd109673fb81a5a38c7d742b66249c9c.jpg

Roy S
10-06-2020, 10:00
This came as well. How you getting on with the strap on yours Grant?

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200610/c1cd0e80b1016ad50ff238dc522e0879.jpg

struth
10-06-2020, 10:11
yeah. its an odd strap. think its because of the way its seated in the lugs. personally if i felt more confident i'd change it. I do have something similar but more nato esque.. (similar colour) , coming...

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/lLQAAOSw2oheQWOW/s-l1600.jpg

My hands dont work so well and that strap is difficult to work with. still the one on is easily adjusted

Roy S
10-06-2020, 10:17
yeah. its an odd strap. think its because of the way its seated in the lugs. personally if i felt more confident i'd change it. I do have something similar but more nato esque.. (similar colour) , coming...

My hands dont work so well and that strap is difficult to work with. still the one on is easily adjusted

Yes, I've got a black leather 'quick release' strap coming that I think might suit it also an orange silicone one I might try?

I have to wait for my meds to kick in before I try anything complicated but then it's a good work out to maintain my manual dexterity. Did you get your GMT homage yet?

struth
10-06-2020, 10:35
Yes, I've got a black leather 'quick release' strap coming that I think might suit it also an orange silicone one I might try?

I have to wait for my meds to kick in before I try anything complicated but then it's a good work out to maintain my manual dexterity. Did you get your GMT homage yet?

was put on the transport today.. i guess a week or so.. strap almost certainly wont fit tho... not sure if i will be able to change it.. hoping so, or i will be sending a few down to you return post :ner:

Roy S
10-06-2020, 10:39
was put on the transport today.. i guess a week or so.. strap almost certainly wont fit tho... not sure if i will be able to change it.. hoping so, or i will be sending a few down to you return post :ner:

The links are held together with screwed pins rather than the friction ones, from past experience they can be a bit of an unknown quantity till you tackle 'em.

struth
10-06-2020, 11:02
The links are held together with screwed pins rather than the friction ones, from past experience they can be a bit of an unknown quantity till you tackle 'em.

ok, we shall have a look when i arrives.... came across half a dozen big jewellry boxes today when tidying upstairs in a cupboard.. mostly the wifes stuff i put away years ago when she died as i didnt want to sell it.. goodness i had forgot how much there was:doh:

Roy S
10-06-2020, 11:13
ok, we shall have a look when i arrives.... came across half a dozen big jewellry boxes today when tidying upstairs in a cupboard.. mostly the wifes stuff i put away years ago when she died as i didnt want to sell it.. goodness i had forgot how much there was:doh:

Partner I lost in 2011 didn't have a great deal of jewellery, what there was I gave to her boy (although thinking back I bought her most of it), think he sold it to go towards a trip to Thialand where he was going to make his fortune... before coming back a couple of months later literally with his 'tail' between his legs lol

Still got all Mum's stuff though apart from a nice big gate bracelet I gave to one of my cousins.

struth
10-06-2020, 11:19
most of it wont be especially valuable.. but i guess a hundred tenners adds up, plus there is some nice stuff too... think my and my dads wedding rings are probably there. didnt fit so were put away i think in there.
must have a look when im up to it. at least i know where they are now.

I gave a fair amount to my daughter as well

Roy S
10-06-2020, 11:28
most of it wont be especially valuable.. but i guess a hundred tenners adds up, plus there is some nice stuff too... think my and my dads wedding rings are probably there. didnt fit so were put away i think in there.
must have a look when im up to it. at least i know where they are now.

I gave a fair amount to my daughter as well

Yes, it's weird how stuff turns up, usually when you're looking for something else. Recently found a few old & precious photographs (my Dad was quite a keen photographer back in the day). I've scanned them and passed them round to various family members (sometimes with a 'who's that at the back?' request).

This one reflects where my interest in cooking probably started :)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49991225796_aee775e47d_o.jpg

struth
10-06-2020, 11:34
ha, it does look like you:)

Roy S
10-06-2020, 11:37
ha, it does look like you:)

Don't know where that blonde hair went though.

Mum always told me I was happier playing with her cooking pots than my toys.

struth
10-06-2020, 13:56
Switch to this now
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200610/1177cd9ef1030231a0d138c348288877.jpg

Roy S
11-06-2020, 12:18
Kept this on today. The GMT hand is fully functional, I'm impressed for the price.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49994636766_bc16755a38_o.jpg

Gazjam
11-06-2020, 13:42
Uhm..wheres the GMT hand? :D

struth
11-06-2020, 13:54
its under the minutes hand... you can just see tip of it at end

Gazjam
11-06-2020, 15:36
Ah ha...
must be an optical thing.

Roy S
12-06-2020, 10:09
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49997929037_97bc658726_o.jpg

struth
12-06-2020, 12:20
Not seen that one before.. Quite good.

I've got more straps in. Last of the stragglers.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200612/6c20283ccf3734cf637f22e0fa581044.jpg

Roy S
12-06-2020, 12:24
I've got more straps in. Last of the stragglers.



Yes, that black and orange one will work well with the Omega homage.

Handy they chucked in a spring bar removal tool.

struth
12-06-2020, 12:29
Yes, that black and orange one will work well with the Omega homage.

Handy they chucked in a spring bar removal tool.

it came with that strap as the buckle isnt attached i guess.. it was fairly expensive compared to other 2

struth
12-06-2020, 14:33
Yes, that black and orange one will work well with the Omega homage.

Handy they chucked in a spring bar removal tool.

have you tried to remove the strap from the seamaster roy?

Roy S
12-06-2020, 14:51
have you tried to remove the strap from the seamaster roy?

I haven't but there looked to be gaps where the strap meets the watch you could fit a spring bar removal tool in?

I'll have a closer look at mine when I get chance.

Roy S
13-06-2020, 09:00
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50001122977_782b60ff1e_o.jpg

Roy S
13-06-2020, 09:59
have you tried to remove the strap from the seamaster roy?

Did you manage to get the strap off Grant? As I thought there are nice big gaps to get your tool in.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200613/2b01dab48f3021e0b78debb26f76e89e.jpg

struth
13-06-2020, 10:21
not yet.. when i feel a bit better i shall.. thanks for looking

struth
13-06-2020, 14:43
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200613/351d4f21da8f60001122df5eefb74cc5.jpg

Strap came off easily but the new one was a bugger, not helped by me putting the buckle on wrong way. Lol

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200613/c829d4bcdbf0d22752d295da535c5e02.jpg

willbewill
13-06-2020, 16:24
This came as well. How you getting on with the strap on yours Grant?

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200610/c1cd0e80b1016ad50ff238dc522e0879.jpg

Just bought one of these in silver from a UK seller on the bay, but it is displayed as having a nato strap.

Looked a very honest listing and seller has 100% feedback on over 3000 sales, here's the blurb:


PAULAREIS

Seamaster Homage

Automatic Watch

Silver Case

Black Dial

Exhibition Caseback

Extra Crown (top left) has no function

45.5mm Case diameter
16.5mm Case thickness
22mm Lug

Black and Orange Nato Strap

BOX Included

30m/3atm Water Resistant
(no swimming or showering)

Roy S
13-06-2020, 17:19
Strap came off easily but the new one was a bugger, not helped by me putting the buckle on wrong way. Lol



Worth the effort, matches the watch nicely & I would imagine is more comfortable than the rubber one.


Just bought one of these in silver from a UK seller on the bay, but it is displayed as having a nato strap.

Looked a very honest listing and seller has 100% feedback on over 3000 sales, here's the blurb:

Yes, there seem to be a number of variations available.

struth
13-06-2020, 23:59
Strap is comfortable.. It's shiny and quite stylish. As you say, it fits watch style. It's a tight fit through the gap tho.

struth
14-06-2020, 09:36
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/924/d42II0.jpg

put this on again.. a better view of strap too

Roy S
14-06-2020, 09:53
I’ve kept on the Aragon that arrived yesterday. It came with 4 straps. The original is a black rubber one with red stitching but it came on an aftermarket stainless steel one which fitted straight out of the box (after anti bacing of course). Didn’t like the look of it on the eBay listing but in reality it’s ok, looks a bit like chain mail.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200614/d92e44b4704cddef52ae77961fa724fa.jpg
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200614/4857780337f3c830817297e3eb969c35.jpg

struth
14-06-2020, 09:54
yeah it looks good.. does it nick hair tho?

Roy S
14-06-2020, 10:02
yeah it looks good.. does it nick hair tho?

No, it's surprisingly comfortable for a bracelet, slept in it & it was fine. Yet another watch with a Seiko movement, NH36 in this case.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200614/3bdd2eab724c22e311ff13a827ba2616.jpg

Roy S
15-06-2020, 10:07
I can go down to 1000 metres today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50008395791_ac1b326fae_o.jpg

struth
15-06-2020, 10:17
No, it's surprisingly comfortable for a bracelet, slept in it & it was fine. Yet another watch with a Seiko movement, NH36 in this case.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200614/3bdd2eab724c22e311ff13a827ba2616.jpgQuite good back end that.
I've got my parnis on to recharge it

struth
15-06-2020, 12:29
GMT arrives.. Very nice it is too.. Hell even the bracelet fits... Just.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200615/299b1a9d381ae9b61437ec21cf8e2b05.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200615/f2db6b6187d89bb287d1ad440ec5c5d7.jpg

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200615/50d632dcc40e7be96f961feab99356b9.jpg

struth
15-06-2020, 17:19
Starting to get a decent collection.. [emoji23]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200615/162e4930c1683a51babe59aaacea0fb2.jpg

Roy S
15-06-2020, 18:26
Nice one Grant [emoji846]

I won a Pepsi GMT today.

struth
15-06-2020, 23:28
Was looking at the Pepsi type. I'm pretty happy with what I've got for now. This strap fitting, even if it's only just is a big boost. Quite a decent build all round

Roy S
15-06-2020, 23:40
Was looking at the Pepsi type. I'm pretty happy with what I've got for now. This strap fitting, even if it's only just is a big boost. Quite a decent build all round

Would an extra link or two help it fit better Grant? Can stick the spare two I've got in the post.

struth
15-06-2020, 23:43
Might.. Think they are screw in ones so will need to see if I can move any first.
Will let u know. Just put it back on there to recharge it a bit and my wrist is a bit lower. I'm inclined to swell up with fluid on occasion [emoji23]

Roy S
16-06-2020, 02:08
Another Parnis

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50011371272_336855ec4b_o.jpg

struth
16-06-2020, 08:56
Another Parnis

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50011371272_336855ec4b_o.jpgThat has an almost digital image feel about it. Like a digi clock.. Nice hands

Roy S
16-06-2020, 11:56
It's getting bad when you realise you got an almost identical watch not too long ago :doh:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49972616138_b95a62d7e4_b.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50011837688_f89eeb7d52_b.jpg

struth
16-06-2020, 12:08
oops.. lol can always sell one

Roy S
16-06-2020, 12:09
Well I've got a few to move on once I'm content to go down the post office.

Roy S
16-06-2020, 14:13
Well I've sat myself down and said 'last one for a while!' (no, that would be the pepsi gmt arriving tomorrow.. but, after that..)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50012741826_c98a68cca3_o.jpg

struth
17-06-2020, 02:49
Well I've sat myself down and said 'last one for a while!' (no, that would be the pepsi gmt arriving tomorrow.. but, after that..)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50012741826_c98a68cca3_o.jpgDon't remember that one. Good, bold colour. Need to check Aaregon out.

Edit.. Seem to be expensive. Parnis are a better buy

Roy S
17-06-2020, 09:08
Don't remember that one. Good, bold colour. Need to check Aaregon out.

Edit.. Seem to be expensive. Parnis are a better buy

You'd be impressed if you saw one in the flesh Grant, they're streets ahead of Parnis in terms of quality & up there with the best Seiko has to offer. Proper chunky, weighty dive watches that are genuinely water resistant (unlike the Parnis variety that you couldn't even wear in the shower).

struth
17-06-2020, 09:12
You'd be impressed if you saw one in the flesh Grant, they're streets ahead of Parnis in terms of quality & up there with the best Seiko has to offer. Proper chunky, weighty dive watches that are genuinely water resistant (unlike the Parnis variety that you couldn't even wear in the shower).

yeah Roy, they look quality. i dont get mine wet so shouldnt hopefully be an issue.. i really like this gmt.. feels good on

Roy S
17-06-2020, 09:27
Yes, I do like the Parnis's (Parni?) & having said I was putting a self imposed embargo on buying any more watches for a while I won another sterile Parnis for a cheeky offer (£43!).

willbewill
17-06-2020, 10:28
This just arrived

https://i.imgur.com/yp7lGgUh.jpg#rBtPP (https://i.imgur.com/yp7lGgU.jpg)

A question... How do I set day and date?

Ah - I just figured it out, you have press the buttons real hard.

Roy S
17-06-2020, 10:31
A question... How do I set day and date?

Buttons either side of the crown?

willbewill
17-06-2020, 10:38
Buttons either side of the crown?

Yeah - just wasn't pressing hard enough

Roy S
17-06-2020, 11:20
Pepsi GMT

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50015205858_d7da1d7922_o.jpg

struth
17-06-2020, 11:30
noticed my gmt hand doesnt set properly and doesnt move with hands. looking at parnis gmt vids it should

Roy S
17-06-2020, 11:37
Doesn't move at all? It only makes one rotation in 24 hours of course, can you set it? To be honest, I don't think I've ever made use of one (my Rolex Explorer II has one).

struth
17-06-2020, 11:39
Doesn't move at all? It only makes one rotation in 24 hours of course, can you set it? To be honest, I don't think I've ever made use of one (my Rolex Explorer II has one).

no, not when watch runs. it also doesnt set in way its supposed to; ie in reverse direction to hand set. it twitches only.. you can set it by fiddling for half an hr til you catch the tiny spot it turns on but thats not what its supposed to do

Roy S
17-06-2020, 11:49
no, not when watch runs. it also doesnt set in way its supposed to; ie in reverse direction to hand set. it twitches only.. you can set it by fiddling for half an hr til you catch the tiny spot it turns on but thats not what its supposed to do

That's a shame. If it were me, as I probably wouldn't use that function, I'd go for a partial refund to reflect the fault.

struth
17-06-2020, 13:29
Back in Time

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200617/22b0a0af0d8dab45954c3ce6093e4a10.jpg

Roy S
17-06-2020, 14:04
That's a very confusing dial, I assume the pic was taken at about 2:20 but the dial says it's 35 past 20??

struth
17-06-2020, 14:42
no it was stardate 19,36..:D

yes its a bit of a tag clone i think but they did the dial as a tachymeter i think

struth
18-06-2020, 06:13
Got a garbled reply from the Chinese. [emoji23]
Obviously they used Google translate both ways so it seems I'm supposed to strangle it for 36hrs. [emoji23]

willbewill
18-06-2020, 10:32
This was my late father in law's daily, just fitted a James Bond nato strap to make it more contemporary.

https://i.imgur.com/AL1WJSKh.jpg#rBtPP (https://i.imgur.com/AL1WJSK.jpg)

Roy S
19-06-2020, 01:06
Had this delivered today, nice looking watch. Pulled out the crown to adjust it & it came off! Back it goes.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50021082001_a2184f36ec_b.jpg

(You'll notice it's not my pic, the bezel's not lined up)

Roy S
19-06-2020, 12:18
This beauty popped up on ebay a couple of days ago

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50022673392_f89e904ce4_o.jpg

willbewill
19-06-2020, 14:46
This beauty popped up on ebay a couple of days ago

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50022673392_f89e904ce4_o.jpg

That's very nice.

Roy S
19-06-2020, 22:14
That's very nice.

Didn't really know the brand but took a chance, pleased with it.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50024236002_688a7fa082_o.jpg

Roy S
20-06-2020, 10:51
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50025668267_4c54da9f5a_o.jpg

willbewill
20-06-2020, 13:36
Another one turned up today and some Nato straps.

https://i.imgur.com/zxo5rldh.jpg#rBtPP

https://i.imgur.com/zx5OjAkh.jpg#rBtPP

struth
20-06-2020, 13:41
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50025668267_4c54da9f5a_o.jpg

that certainly pops out at you roy

Roy S
20-06-2020, 15:44
Another one turned up today and some Nato straps.



You're the third one to get one of those. Grant's put his on a nato.


that certainly pops out at you roy

Got that one free off Amazon, they didn't send the one I actually ordered and when I rang to complain the fella refunded me in full :)

struth
20-06-2020, 15:51
The seller of the gmt has agreed to send another eatch minus strap. I keep this one too

Roy S
20-06-2020, 17:23
The seller of the gmt has agreed to send another eatch minus strap. I keep this one too

That's a result, you can stick one of your natos on one of them

Roy S
22-06-2020, 14:39
Had this on the last couple of days whilst catching up with my lady friend & her family in my alternate 'bubble'.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50033929292_6923d1c984_o.jpg

Roy S
22-06-2020, 21:23
Trying this popular model on a plain black leather strap

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50034988591_5abaa2635d_z.jpghttps://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50034450543_69b2716f64_z.jpg

struth
23-06-2020, 02:15
Not bad at all on the leather

struth
23-06-2020, 08:28
This Parnis on againhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200623/0b366985dfc46cc4170bb20dd8a548e2.jpg

Roy S
23-06-2020, 10:09
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50036629551_52888b157b_o.jpg

Barry
23-06-2020, 10:53
This Parnis on againhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200623/0b366985dfc46cc4170bb20dd8a548e2.jpg

What does the dial on the RHS read? Temperature, humidity, days to go before the end of lockdown... ? :D

struth
23-06-2020, 10:57
What does the dial on the RHS read? Temperature, humidity, days to go before the end of lockdown... ? :D

hours of reserve power:)

Barry
23-06-2020, 11:02
Is it an automatic self wind?

struth
23-06-2020, 11:08
Is it an automatic self wind?

yup, if you look hard it says auto on it.. nice watch

InThe Sticks
23-06-2020, 17:59
Finally going back to work on Monday, and in a fit of excitement i ordered a new “work” watch today.
It’s only a cheapy compared to my other G Shock work watch, but as that’s totally trashed now i thought i’d get another.
Only downside is it’s not tough solar, but with the features it’s got, it should help when i’m climbing Everest and hiking across the Sahara (or MOT’ing Mercedes).

https://g-shock.co.uk/gg-b100-1a9er

https://i.imgur.com/s7DGBga.jpg

Should be here tomorrow :D

InThe Sticks
24-06-2020, 10:08
https://i.imgur.com/DTYfwk8.jpg

struth
24-06-2020, 10:08
nice.. good photo too

Roy S
24-06-2020, 10:16
Nice G-Shock!

Well pleased with this for £34

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50039994816_b0864765b8_o.jpg

Roy S
25-06-2020, 09:12
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50043442472_6b805c593c_o.jpg

struth
25-06-2020, 09:20
good looking skeleton

Roy S
25-06-2020, 19:45
For tomorrow

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50044996032_877d3bcc7c_o.jpg

struth
26-06-2020, 08:28
Ah it's invicta time

Roy S
26-06-2020, 23:19
Ah it's invicta time

Always ;)

Weekender

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50048845147_3a87918c8a_o.jpg

Roy S
28-06-2020, 23:41
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50056238921_7c627e11a1_o.jpg

struth
29-06-2020, 09:07
Another cracker roy

Roy S
29-06-2020, 09:58
Another cracker roy

Thanks Grant.

Got a couple of nice ones coming this week :)

Roy S
29-06-2020, 12:37
Had the green version (my avatar) so had to get the blue version when it popped up on ebay

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50058035636_844490ae46_o.jpg

struth
29-06-2020, 15:00
New arrival..

Strap is too small so will have to change it at some stage.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200629/af3540e138645cc890e2b80ab43268c1.jpg

struth
29-06-2020, 15:48
Better pic maybe.. It's a Tudor styled chrono. Feels well enough madehttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200629/d70fd205290cd261f1b12d1019f74d1d.jpg

struth
29-06-2020, 15:52
Had the green version (my avatar) so had to get the blue version when it popped up on ebay

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50058035636_844490ae46_o.jpg

think i prefer the green

Roy S
29-06-2020, 16:09
Better pic maybe.. It's a Tudor styled chrono. Feels well enough made

Yes, got a similar Black Bay homage on a nice 'aged' leather strap

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50058147108_d9efd89f88_o.jpg

Roy S
29-06-2020, 16:11
think i prefer the green

Yes, the blue's more understated but as it was a UK sale at least I didn't get stung for customs & have to wait weeks for it.

Ian7633
29-06-2020, 19:33
I don't wear a watch very often but I've always admired the engineering and elegance of a quality watch. Well I decided to treat myself, early Christmas pressie to me lol, and this is on it's way to me. It will need extra links in the bracelet to accommodate my ample wrist but they are easily available.
https://i.postimg.cc/zGkCb5kc/tissot.jpg

Roy S
29-06-2020, 20:51
I don't wear a watch very often but I've always admired the engineering and elegance of a quality watch. Well I decided to treat myself, early Christmas pressie to me lol, and this is on it's way to me. It will need extra links in the bracelet to accommodate my ample wrist but they are easily available.


V8? Nice one

Ian7633
29-06-2020, 21:22
Yes Roy, V8, the face looks black in the picture but is actually dark blue.

struth
30-06-2020, 08:31
Strap changed to this..

First pic strap was wrong way lol

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200630/076c7bde127c48c31bb8e19b4b44fa03.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200630/2126416409540abe958037c7b6a9b4e7.jpg

Roy S
30-06-2020, 08:43
Suits it nicely Grant.

struth
30-06-2020, 09:11
not too bad roy.. all the watch colours are in strap amazingly as it was just bought on spec.. these straps are not as long or as good quality as ones i usually get but they are quite well made especially for money.. and long enough, just

Roy S
30-06-2020, 11:52
Another new arrival (following a cheeky offer on ebay)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50060927013_8ed658435d_o.jpg

struth
30-06-2020, 11:56
That really pops as well..i like

Roy S
01-07-2020, 09:58
That really pops as well..i like

Yes, I'm really pleased with it, might change the strap though as it has a deployment clasp.

Dusted this off for today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50064674501_446568f2c0_o.jpg

Roy S
01-07-2020, 22:41
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50066979472_9626d4e2d7_o.jpg

struth
02-07-2020, 08:22
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50066979472_9626d4e2d7_o.jpg

my kind of style that.. nice..

ive got about 20 watches now... naughty but nice... and about 10 or so pockets

Roy S
02-07-2020, 08:34
ive got about 20 watches now... naughty but nice... and about 10 or so pockets

Nice little collection you've put together. I haven't done a 'stock take' for a while but it must be getting on for 200 although I've a mind to move some on.

Edit: Just had a quick tot up based on number of storage boxes (the ones I have are all full, I've just ordered two more) and the total is 173.

Roy S
02-07-2020, 10:50
174. Fossil sale - £23 (minus strap but I've got a few of them).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50068213031_06f909f485_o.jpg

struth
02-07-2020, 13:00
Good price for a fossil

antonio
02-07-2020, 16:53
Very nice watches on the previous page Roy and I did like yours Struth, the strap really does make it.

Roy S
03-07-2020, 09:05
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50071210956_9787a4d395_o.jpg

Gazjam
03-07-2020, 09:12
Hamilton Khaki Pilot “Interstellar”, time for a change.

https://i.imgur.com/e252KBy.jpg

struth
03-07-2020, 09:16
Both nice watches.. I've a Hamilton pocketwatch.

Got this cheapo on today
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200703/60c5e6d203b4003496e5fe81b179b232.jpg

Roy S
03-07-2020, 09:22
Got this cheapo on today


Is that the John or Jim model Grant?

Nice Hamilton Gary but your toenails could use a trim :)

struth
03-07-2020, 09:24
Is that the John or Jim model Grant?

Nice Hamilton Gary but your toenails could use a trim :)

Chung i think :eyebrows:

Gazjam
03-07-2020, 09:30
Hadn’t noticed that! :lol:

Roy S
03-07-2020, 09:31
Chung i think :eyebrows:

Might have to dig the Blues Brothers out for a watch later. 'Three Orange Whips'

struth
03-07-2020, 09:33
Might have to dig the Blues Brothers out for a watch later. 'Three Orange Whips'

lol

https://untappd.akamaized.net/site/beer_logos_hd/beer-2022095_5785a_hd.jpeg

Roy S
03-07-2020, 09:40
https://media.giphy.com/media/3og0IzkGIOAnSDOM5G/giphy.gif

struth
04-07-2020, 07:51
This again https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200704/8319838ca1bedd00840855b8c92d14fd.jpg

Roy S
04-07-2020, 09:16
This today, a dive watch that's hardly waterproof lol

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50074941122_6bd4bb350d_o.jpg

A couple of more boxes arrived yesterday, allowed me to tidy things up a little.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50074936842_c522ac77fb_k.jpg

(There are other boxes elsewhere :D )

struth
04-07-2020, 09:24
:lolsign::lolsign:

struth
04-07-2020, 13:22
Replacement gmt arrived.. This one seems to turn as you would expect. Wound up and set.
Ordered a strap for it.. It's 20mm and I only have 22 and 24 doh

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200704/d80abaad0007f2fb19300d499203dbd7.jpg

Roy S
04-07-2020, 22:19
Having just watched Dr No (how did he get any espionaging done with zero sleep & all that smoking, drinking & knobbing?) thought I'd create an homage to the 6538 Rolex Sub as worn by Connery (£45 Parnis and a £3 Chinese strap)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50076846671_9128ea0b97_o.jpg

antonio
05-07-2020, 08:20
Them boxes are taking up more room than your hifi Roy.

struth
05-07-2020, 08:52
Try this today.


https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200705/2fcabb69d95bf58508f502e467cdb51c.jpg

Roy S
05-07-2020, 09:54
Them boxes are taking up more room than your hifi Roy.

In that room yes but there's the spare kit in the other spare room then my bedroom hifi then the main rig....


Try this today.



Vast improvement on the original strap.

Roy S
05-07-2020, 23:56
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50080556208_cafee32875_o.jpg

struth
06-07-2020, 09:17
Try this todayhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200706/4ca0722a4c2e6bdb6f980e989263a935.jpg


Roy what's that one you showed?

struth
06-07-2020, 09:22
https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/dboAAOSw8OBe6SHD/s-l1600.jpg

got this coming for the second gmt..

Roy S
06-07-2020, 09:35
Roy what's that one you showed?

Yet another sterile dial Parnis Grant.

I think the 'dressy' Parnis watches suit leather straps better?

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49967980722_3101d210eb_h.jpg

Gazjam
06-07-2020, 18:24
Nice!

Roy S
06-07-2020, 19:04
Nice!

Cheers. Giving this beast some wrist time

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50082770402_5b397ee0dd_o.jpg

Roy S
07-07-2020, 10:30
On it's new 'Italian Caiman Green' leather Geckota strap (£8 in their sale)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50086588397_3f38eda668_o.jpg

struth
07-07-2020, 10:37
thats a nice strap mate... like the colour and texture

Roy S
07-07-2020, 10:41
thats a nice strap mate... like the colour and texture

Something a bit different I thought Grant? It wasn't till the new straps arrived that I sussed out the watch has 19mm lug width and I'd bought 18mm straps but what's a mm between friends?

struth
07-07-2020, 11:58
https://imagizer.imageshack.com/v2/1024x768q90/924/slPEIj.jpg

gmt today

Roy S
08-07-2020, 08:17
Banged up digital today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50089032953_c34255fe86_h.jpg


https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3WOTuiBG9zg

struth
08-07-2020, 12:23
Indeed a bit well worn.. Still, it's a nice design

Roy S
09-07-2020, 09:35
Yet another chinese cheapy, quite well put together this one, feels more than 30 quid's worth.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50092755943_8d01db71ab_k.jpg

struth
09-07-2020, 10:02
not seen that or anything like it.. not sure if i like or not yet... got a 50's americana look

Roy S
09-07-2020, 10:23
not seen that or anything like it.. not sure if i like or not yet... got a 50's americana look

Know what you mean, the dial inlay reminds me of the bits on a '57 Chevy Bel Air's rear fins.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50092847073_fd17ab1917_o.jpg

Ian7633
09-07-2020, 15:57
The Tissot finally arrived and what a substantial chunk of stainless steel it is. I'm really pleased with it although I can't wear it until the extra bracelet links arrive (hopefully tomorrow).

https://i.postimg.cc/g2zCq6mQ/20200709-145544.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/Zn98hH82/20200709-145939.jpg

struth
09-07-2020, 15:58
nice watch.. plenty literature too

Roy S
09-07-2020, 16:07
The Tissot finally arrived and what a substantial chunk of stainless steel it is. I'm really pleased with it although I can't wear it until the extra bracelet links arrive (hopefully tomorrow).



Proper job that Ian, nice one.

Roy S
10-07-2020, 10:42
Raided the safe today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50093875881_7f74941c0c_o.jpg

struth
10-07-2020, 10:44
very nice

struth
10-07-2020, 11:59
Put a different strap on this.. Much neater I think.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200710/7f9095bac71067acaa9b7a63b1b1b741.jpg

struth
10-07-2020, 14:31
20mm strap came for the spare gmt.
Looks not too shabby

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200710/a9ad6d5ef98b38955e9121224c94842b.jpg

willbewill
10-07-2020, 16:57
Modded "Casio Royale" - Removed all text except for "Casio", added a green half+ filter, cut away internal grille to give the look of the Seiko G757 Sports 100 watch as used by Bond (Roger Moore) in Octopussy, and added a "James Bond" nato strap. I think the green of the screen and the strap marry up rather nicely.

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struth
10-07-2020, 16:59
Modded "Casio Royale" - Removed all text except for "Casio", added a green half+ filter, cut away internal grille to give the look of the Seiko G757 Sports 100 watch as used by Bond (Roger Moore) in Octopussy, and added a "James Bond" nato strap. I think the green of the screen and the strap marry up rather nicely.

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yeah, i like that.. sweet....

struth
11-07-2020, 08:05
Reorginized the no 1 box. A nice mixhttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200711/e2077dab80980c8f39b7ac771516f881.jpg

Roy S
11-07-2020, 08:15
Reorginized the no 1 box. A nice mix]

Nice one but the bezel police will be after you if you don’t line up the one on your GMT [emoji6]

Roy S
11-07-2020, 09:43
Wide awake club today

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200711/1ed2a06418675ba82a75f17b6e612ea9.jpg

willbewill
11-07-2020, 14:52
Love that yellow Invicta, I'm a sucker for a yellow dial.

Another modded Casio for me today.

https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/fi9qfYI5vOUuCepN_mPreHW4cDnEGeiJRLiZqL1z6on0gbBKZn xi9jthz6MHHvKDER3hBwHJbRETd9JH7Gm9xqEY0rcr9oH1LMFa iLEUgLjPO-ru-w4q4PtTD8cuf_daIqsxlJMP4-NkWKIBB4Lnf4rEZolYCC0G_S7v-UXScbbshZcMfDNofWnTjskf3wSJk_lIDmu2xAiyd6cOvnTBN7C flGxO-RrE0hhkeU_llqsYQAxFoM5-Y2SSAfDvAN2V_OOuDjig7vsthdbIjYynj-4y1blsPRmUHnLXpMikhaBmcJRjXU_s6Ut9dlwaDMtGNlycMmJF i9F0vuSvMnF6VzrRjUMBW712MZTwsNuswJ7ordOOECTUknm0kk Nlow7K5b6JxogeMnrMgJr96Gsy3vzJYH7NfHoyTuKn6WSsNEG2 j4SgqTsmZYzK52kpnKg6muBVxvo_BNW_oXfAT25opkHOk_psDL 4xehzMuxLTI49v4OviXjwGns_ehClVnhSuLnKNlOaz0BMUG94W NWsSSxgXrY-EcZFDfJlUSdlLcACsIXGNhG-w00-jZvVAl3zBwLCpHDJj_3ZZCL3L4vabPKmT_zA1cPkWtdv-zJ4_ns7Ux0SWcUF6XW5c0Xvqghxans1MbzDQ6NOrcaOgZMB65y RqzR9b0Mc3td2DUnIk1rXi79t79brcWTmnJifaUEs=w527-h627-no?authuser=0

Roy S
11-07-2020, 23:41
Where did your pics go Malcolm? Was going to have a closer look at them on the laptop when I got home.

Another addition to my Invicta stable

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50102550017_d501b8a530_o.jpg

Roy S
11-07-2020, 23:44
Reorginized the no 1 box. A nice mix

Another observation Grant, don't you crown pull the quartz watches to save the batteries?

struth
12-07-2020, 00:11
Something I will be doing at some point I guess. Just enjoying them all ticking lol