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struth
30-08-2020, 16:33
Had to put a jumper on today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50286078376_972f537d65_o.jpgQuite keen on that one

PeteT
30-08-2020, 17:03
Had to put a jumper on today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50286078376_972f537d65_o.jpgPocket watch movement I'm guessing.?

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Roy S
30-08-2020, 17:21
Pocket watch movement I'm guessing.?



Probably a Sea-Gull ST2505?

I've tried to google it but not much comes up, it's model no.2012.

Roy S
31-08-2020, 00:34
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Roy S
01-09-2020, 09:01
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struth
01-09-2020, 13:11
Good looking invicta

Roy S
01-09-2020, 15:44
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50293907973_86d061e2d4_o.jpg

struth
01-09-2020, 15:47
another good one roy.. love the look

PeteT
01-09-2020, 15:56
Nice combat sub... a proper Swiss watch..!

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Roy S
01-09-2020, 16:01
another good one roy.. love the look

Invicta Europe sell Glycines as well as Invictas & cos I've bought a few bits off them they sent me a free gift and a generous discount voucher. I've sold 5 cheaper watches over the last month & thought this would be a worthy addition to the collection, last one for a bit... ;)

PeteT
01-09-2020, 16:06
Invicta Europe sell Glycines as well as Invictas & cos I've bought a few bits off them they sent me a free gift and a generous discount voucher. I've sold 5 cheaper watches over the last month & thought this would be a worthy addition to the collection, last one for a bit... ;)I suspect that unfortunately the Combat wasn't the free gift.?

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Roy S
01-09-2020, 16:08
I suspect that unfortunately the Combat wasn't the free gift.?

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Sadly not Peter, free gift was an Invicta water bottle but the voucher was for 25% off so saved me about a ton off the Glycine :)

struth
01-09-2020, 16:53
25% is decent tbf, although these things sometimes make you buy what you wouldnt have. ive started binning offers:eek:

PeteT
01-09-2020, 16:53
Sadly not Peter, free gift was an Invicta water bottle but the voucher was for 25% off so saved me about a ton off the Glycine :)Not bad going then..!

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PeteT
01-09-2020, 17:01
An old skool sterile 7750... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200901/cdb103715210f001814be3d4f9ab8ce3.jpg

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Roy S
01-09-2020, 17:23
An old skool sterile 7750..


Interesting watch. Had to google 7750 though.

Only got a couple of square watches but they're good uns

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PeteT
01-09-2020, 19:22
Interesting watch. Had to google 7750 though.

Only got a couple of square watches but they're good uns

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49743201503_d7012c430a_o.jpg

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49598978008_9c9f5c0d3e_o.jpgVery nice, the Monaco was always a classic... I like the slightly off-centre, off ballance layout of the Orient.

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Ian7633
01-09-2020, 20:04
I'm still chasing up the Mondaine look a like, it looks like the seller might be a little slippery but Amazon will step in if necessary.
In the meantime a real one came along at a good price so I snapped it up.

I found this Pepsi auto on eBay so I bought that too. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200901/443f15b606f0529e953c07ebc1d50682.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200901/4cecfd90294de328e1a6d8b50d40ec4d.jpg

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Roy S
01-09-2020, 20:19
Very nice, the Monaco was always a classic... I like the slightly off-centre, off ballance layout of the Orient.



Yes, it looks like the sub dials were an afterthought & the designer was drunk.


I'm still chasing up the Mondaine look a like, it looks like the seller might be a little slippery but Amazon will step in if necessary.
In the meantime a real one came along at a good price so I snapped it up.

I found this Pepsi auto on eBay so I bought that too.

Is the Mondaine an auto Ian?

I had a green 'winner' but the green was kind of quality street triangle green which made the watch look a little feminine? I donated it to a mates daughter who has given us a lift home from the pub on a number of occasions.

Roy S
01-09-2020, 21:12
The Glycine in colour

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Ian7633
01-09-2020, 23:20
Yes, it looks like the sub dials were an afterthought & the designer was drunk.



Is the Mondaine an auto Ian?

I had a green 'winner' but the green was kind of quality street triangle green which made the watch look a little feminine? I donated it to a mates daughter who has given us a lift home from the pub on a number of occasions.

The Mondaine is a quartz, I really want the Stop 2 go but it's quite pricy as you might expect. This one came with it's original box and paperwork and the Mondaine leather strap as well as the mesh one, all for a shade under £50.
As with pretty much all the watches I own the strap or bracelet is too short for my giant wrists ( I had to have a wrist brace a few years ago to support a hairline fracture and we ended up adapting a brace designed for a lady's ankle !!! ) and although Ebay is a good place for bits and pieces I've been getting parts from Cousins, good quality and considerably less expensive too. Their website is well worth a look. https://www.cousinsuk.com/

Roy S
02-09-2020, 12:47
I've been getting parts from Cousins, good quality and considerably less expensive too. Their website is well worth a look. https://www.cousinsuk.com/

Thanks for the link Ian, keenly priced, I've ordered 4 straps including a sometimes difficult to get 28mm one for this beast

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struth
02-09-2020, 16:51
sorry i dont like that:lol:

Roy S
02-09-2020, 16:57
sorry i dont like that:lol:

Yes, it's a bit like having a wardrobe strapped to your wrist & black hands on a black face isn't ideal for a watches primary function but it sits as a curiosity in the collection.

Roy S
02-09-2020, 18:02
The boxed collection. There's storage for 204 watches, there are a few empty slots :eyebrows:

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PeteT
02-09-2020, 19:18
The boxed collection. There's storage for 204 watches, there are a few empty slots :eyebrows:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50298019708_71bb98a36a_o.jpgI need to show this to the wife... to prove that having several watches isn't unusual, and that my little collection is nothing to worry about.... Thanks Roy, I owe you one.!

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Roy S
02-09-2020, 19:23
I need to show this to the wife... to prove that having several watches isn't unusual, and that my little collection is nothing to worry about.... Thanks Roy, I owe you one.!



Doubt I'd have this many if I lived with my other half. Stock answer when she notices me wearing a watch she doesn't recognise 'Had this ages...'

(and I have bought her a Tag & a Rolex so she doesn't feel left out)

PeteT
02-09-2020, 19:26
Doubt I'd have this many if I lived with my other half. Stock answer when she notices me wearing a watch she doesn't recognise 'Had this ages...'

(and I have bought her a Tag & a Rolex so she doesn't feel left out)Easier to get away with when they're not sharing the bedroom with you...

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Roy S
03-09-2020, 12:27
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Ian7633
03-09-2020, 15:18
Thanks for the link Ian, keenly priced, I've ordered 4 straps including a sometimes difficult to get 28mm one for this beast

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50297078518_7e68565e36_o.jpg

Glad the link was useful Roy. As I'm planning to do some light restoration work on tatty watches Cousins will be a good source of parts.
I've got a Rotary Aquaspeed auto coming this week plus one other that I shall reveal later :eyebrows:

PeteT
03-09-2020, 15:54
Today's wrist bling.... Well, not really bling, just a much worn watch.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200903/abe349277afe1dd1fd9c94358c21cd2b.jpg

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Roy S
03-09-2020, 16:01
Today's wrist bling.... Well, not really bling, just a much worn watch.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200903/abe349277afe1dd1fd9c94358c21cd2b.jpg


My favourite watch 'style', got a fair number of variations on this theme including the 'real deal'

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Roy S
04-09-2020, 09:48
Just received from Cousins, not a bad 20 quids worth [emoji846]. Thanks again Ian.

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Roy S
04-09-2020, 10:38
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Ian7633
04-09-2020, 13:30
Just received from Cousins, not a bad 20 quids worth [emoji846]. Thanks again Ian.

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Good stuff Roy, the black strap will suit the "Beast" well.

Roy S
05-09-2020, 01:43
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Roy S
05-09-2020, 08:52
Good stuff Roy, the black strap will suit the "Beast" well.

It does however this watch is definitely style over substance (and this strap was only a couple of quid).

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Ian7633
05-09-2020, 11:27
Pushed the boat out but couldn't resist. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/61aaa9cda09b7f314276548a6e01590a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/a80c6d705c8366833bfdcd09ad45d136.jpg

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PeteT
05-09-2020, 11:55
Pushed the boat out but couldn't resist. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/61aaa9cda09b7f314276548a6e01590a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/a80c6d705c8366833bfdcd09ad45d136.jpg

Sent from my SM-G920F using TapatalkSurely the first watch qualified by NASA for manned space flight and on the moon was the Speedmaster Pro that used the 321 movement as I recall..!
OMEGA taking liberties with history..?

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Ian7633
05-09-2020, 12:20
Surely the first watch qualified by NASA for manned space flight and on the moon was the Speedmaster Pro that used the 321 movement as I recall..!
OMEGA taking liberties with history..?

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I thought exactly the same as you, this is a used watch and wasn't overly expensive so it might have the wrong case back. I did remove the back and the movement is genuine but I'm not certain of the correct calibre for this model. Whatever the truth it was cheap so I'm a happy bunny :D

PeteT
05-09-2020, 17:44
I thought exactly the same as you, this is a used watch and wasn't overly expensive so it might have the wrong case back. I did remove the back and the movement is genuine but I'm not certain of the correct calibre for this model. Whatever the truth it was cheap so I'm a happy bunny :DSadly I fear it must be... as they like to call them these days... a 'homage'.!
Which is why it would be cheap.

Looking closely, the chronograph inset dials aren't for 0-30 mins, hours and 0-60 std watch time seconds as they should be on a Seamaster Planet Ocean.

See pics of genuine Omega one... https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/98984f2fb134b632cf1ab8a0132c6e8c.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/3ef85f09ce357c3cb1ee44a8e23f93e9.jpg

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Ian7633
05-09-2020, 18:11
Sadly you could well be right, I'll chalk it up to experience. I look on these things as swings and roundabouts, I've had some cracking deals on many things over the years so if I get my fingers burnt once in a while then so be it. Anyway it looks pretty and would fool another stupid person lol. :D

PeteT
05-09-2020, 18:47
Sadly you could well be right, I'll chalk it up to experience. I look on these things as swings and roundabouts, I've had some cracking deals on many things over the years so if I get my fingers burnt once in a while then so be it. Anyway it looks pretty and would fool another stupid person lol. :DI'd suggest that's the perfect approach..
Apologies for the news...

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Roy S
05-09-2020, 22:11
I was going to ask what you’d been timing when I saw the sweep second hand wasn’t at 12 Ian.

Still a decent looking automatic watch though.

struth
06-09-2020, 00:44
Pushed the boat out but couldn't resist. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/61aaa9cda09b7f314276548a6e01590a.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200905/a80c6d705c8366833bfdcd09ad45d136.jpg

Sent from my SM-G920F using TapatalkNice looking watch.

Roy S
06-09-2020, 06:48
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Ian7633
06-09-2020, 17:54
I was going to ask what you’d been timing when I saw the sweep second hand wasn’t at 12 Ian.

Still a decent looking automatic watch though.

As you say it's a nice looking auto, the movement, whoever made it, looks well made, I think I counted 23 jewels. I wasn't royally ripped off over the price but more than you'd like to pay for a "homage" watch. Like I said in an earlier post I won't dwell on it for too long. Looks nice in the display box though :D

Roy S
07-09-2020, 02:42
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struth
07-09-2020, 03:33
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50314485982_9368d2e2a5_o.jpgAnother classic Roy.

Roy S
08-09-2020, 00:51
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Roy S
08-09-2020, 10:42
Nice Parnis power reserve auto

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200908/2e242d5db03e7d330119256e2e991a52.jpg

Exhibition back, think it’s a Miyota movement because of the noisy rotor. A lot of watch for 35 notes though.

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mad-moon
08-09-2020, 13:31
Surely the first watch qualified by NASA for manned space flight and on the moon was the Speedmaster Pro that used the 321 movement as I recall..!
OMEGA taking liberties with history..?

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how is Missions spelled??....

Roy S
08-09-2020, 14:21
how is Missions spelled??....

Oh yes, looks like a mitsake :lol:

Stuck a new burgundy leather strap on this Orient

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50320181242_5c16768065_o.jpg

PeteT
08-09-2020, 14:40
how is Missions spelled??....I didn't need to look that closely... Good spot though Mad-moon.!

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Ian7633
08-09-2020, 16:18
Anyone else want to pour salt on my misery? :lol:

struth
08-09-2020, 16:38
As long a you were not ripped off, its a nice watch:)

Roy S
08-09-2020, 19:13
Pleased with the new straps from Cousins

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Roy S
09-09-2020, 01:30
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mad-moon
09-09-2020, 02:48
Anyone else want to pour salt on my misery? :lol:

No malice intended Ian..That is one very nice watch and looks the part..I'd certainly be happy wearing it..

mad-moon
09-09-2020, 02:49
I love that Orient Roy...

Ian7633
09-09-2020, 11:38
No malice intended Ian..That is one very nice watch and looks the part..I'd certainly be happy wearing it..

No offence taken Alan, I was just having a laugh. Although it's a fake at least I won't be terrified of losing or damaging it if I wear it.

PeteT
09-09-2020, 19:02
No offence taken Alan, I was just having a laugh. Although it's a fake at least I won't be terrified of losing or damaging it if I wear it.Go on, call it an 'Homage'... Sounds so much better...

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Ian7633
09-09-2020, 19:31
I think what irks me about it is the fact that it's a blatant fake. If it looked like a Planet Ocean with a sterile dial I'd be fine with it. Well, it is what it is and I can look like a proper player in the wine bar hahaha.

Ian7633
09-09-2020, 19:37
I had delivery from Cousins today, a longer mesh bracelet for the Mondaine and some deployment bracelet extension pieces, curses to my chubby wrists lol. I also bought a few more watchmakers tools, good quality tweezers and a set of Bergeon screwdrivers, not cheap but I was once told "buy cheap buy twice".

PeteT
09-09-2020, 20:12
I had delivery from Cousins today, a longer mesh bracelet for the Mondaine and some deployment bracelet extension pieces, curses to my chubby wrists lol. I also bought a few more watchmakers tools, good quality tweezers and a set of Bergeon screwdrivers, not cheap but I was once told "buy cheap buy twice".When it comes to tools, quality costs but is usually good value in the long run, if they're used frequently and of course correctly.!

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Roy S
09-09-2020, 20:13
I had delivery from Cousins today

Well impressed with the straps I got, good quality / value

Roy S
10-09-2020, 02:50
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Roy S
11-09-2020, 09:15
Cheap & cheerful, arrived this morning, have to find a better strap for it.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50329645901_84c469bd84_o.jpg

Better, hate those shiny black ‘leather’ straps they put on.

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Roy S
12-09-2020, 00:31
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struth
12-09-2020, 01:41
Some good models there Roy.. The Bison is very distinctive

Roy S
12-09-2020, 07:30
Some good models there Roy.. The Bison is very distinctive

Stopped buying Ingersolls, last one arrived with its second hand adrift. Just ordered a watch from Australia, see how long that takes to arrive.

struth
12-09-2020, 08:50
Stopped buying Ingersolls, last one arrived with its second hand adrift. Just ordered a watch from Australia, see how long that takes to arrive.Remember now you mentioning that.

PeteT
12-09-2020, 09:57
If I recall, Ingersoll is one of those brand names resurrected under new ownership, and not the same quality as the original marque..!
Seems to happen a lot with watches, cars, motorbikes etc...

All boys toys, and associated accessories, of bygone days... a coincidence.? I think not.

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ballafish
12-09-2020, 21:53
Omega moon watch chronograph auto wind but it sits in my safety deposit box at the bank, kind of dumb.

Roy S
12-09-2020, 22:05
Omega moon watch chronograph auto wind but it sits in my safety deposit box at the bank, kind of dumb.

Yes, barely wear any of my ‘exotics’, as you say ‘kind of dumb’.

PeteT
12-09-2020, 22:42
Another of my divers... you don't see many of these but then there aren't many of them to see (it's an Enzo Mechana with paint splatter still).
. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200912/78c0b2364d9c80093488c03e86a0055d.jpg

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Roy S
13-09-2020, 08:31
Another of my divers... you don't see many of these but then there aren't many of them to see (it's an Enzo Mechana with paint splatter still).
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Not seen one of those before, odd diver without a numbered bezel.

Today this

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Roy S
14-09-2020, 09:43
Posh Invicta (few & far between)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50340961431_99d8e0f286_o.jpg

Roy S
15-09-2020, 09:37
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Trying out a Hematite bracelet, meant to have healing properties, see if it helps with my arm (quite like it anyway)

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50344845042_abcaba03c5_b.jpg

PeteT
15-09-2020, 10:33
Like the look of the KS, retro but very stylish...
Not so sure about the bracelet, could be a subtle means of hair removal... ;-)
Someone else injured..?

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Roy S
15-09-2020, 10:46
Like the look of the KS, retro but very stylish...
Not so sure about the bracelet, could be a subtle means of hair removal... ;-)
Someone else injured..?


The watch cost me the grand sum of £29.99!

Bracelet's quite comfy & seems to be helping? (might be a placebo effect?).

Not injured as such, my right arm is limb most affected by my Parkinson's.

PeteT
15-09-2020, 10:50
The watch cost me the grand sum of £29.99!

Bracelet's quite comfy & seems to be helping? (might be a placebo effect?).

Not injured as such, my right arm is limb most affected by my Parkinson's.Ah, sorry to hear about that Roy, I know it's not pleasant..!

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Roy S
15-09-2020, 10:55
Ah, sorry to hear about that Roy, I know it's not pleasant..!

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I take a handfull of pills a day & get on with things Peter, was diagnosed a few years ago & the condition hasn't really worsened since.

PeteT
15-09-2020, 11:37
I take a handfull of pills a day & get on with things Peter, was diagnosed a few years ago & the condition hasn't really worsened since.Good to hear..!

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Roy S
16-09-2020, 00:33
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Roy S
16-09-2020, 12:56
Popping out later so put on something a touch classier

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struth
16-09-2020, 13:19
:eek:

Roy S
17-09-2020, 11:34
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Roy S
17-09-2020, 23:35
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Roy S
18-09-2020, 10:41
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struth
18-09-2020, 10:53
A few real good ones again Roy. You've as many watches as I have films [emoji23]

Roy S
18-09-2020, 10:58
A few real good ones again Roy. You've as many watches as I have films [emoji23]

A DVD arrived this morning as well, first one I've bought in ages.

The watch from Australia should be with me on Monday, just waiting for DHL to acknowledge I've paid the import duties :rolleyes:

PeteT
18-09-2020, 12:52
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50355480861_71a50fb715_o.jpgI'm definitely liking this one...

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Roy S
19-09-2020, 10:38
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Roy S
21-09-2020, 03:59
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PeteT
21-09-2020, 07:35
Another old workhorse... Best bit is the solid ss strap - lovely to wear. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200921/a52cbef4dea435fd59afbf6ddaa08588.jpg

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Roy S
21-09-2020, 10:22
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Line that bezel up at once!

Recently got this similar one, nice Seiko

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50178378322_456c5694dc_o.jpg

PeteT
21-09-2020, 12:19
Moving the bezel sorts the OCDers from the don't carers..! Don't worry Roy, it went straight back to TDC.!

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Ian7633
21-09-2020, 16:25
A new arrival today, a Citizen automatic from the late 70s/early 80s. Really nice condition and keeping good time. I've fitted a temporary bracelet until Cousins delivers a suitable replacement to fit my porky wrist. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200921/2affdabf9ae8635b3d97c108bbe00967.jpg

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PeteT
21-09-2020, 16:54
A new arrival today, a Citizen automatic from the late 70s/early 80s. Really nice condition and keeping good time. I've fitted a temporary bracelet until Cousins delivers a suitable replacement to fit my porky wrist. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200921/2affdabf9ae8635b3d97c108bbe00967.jpg

Sent from my SM-G920F using TapatalkThat's a good looking watch, and as you say, it looks in good fettle for its age.

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Roy S
21-09-2020, 16:56
A new arrival today, a Citizen automatic from the late 70s/early 80s. Really nice condition and keeping good time. I've fitted a temporary bracelet until Cousins delivers a suitable replacement to fit my porky wrist

Yep, looks like a good 'un Ian. What style strap have you gone for?

Ian7633
21-09-2020, 17:13
Yep, looks like a good 'un Ian. What style strap have you gone for?

The original is a Rolex President style bracelet and fortunately Cousins sell a good copy that comes with the curved ends that fits my wrist.

Roy S
22-09-2020, 13:01
After lengthy negotiations with DHL (the tracking part of their system wouldn't acknowledge that I'd paid import taxes / duty so the watch was 'held' while I sorted it out - took three days to get from Australia to the UK then four days to get to me from Docklands :rolleyes: ) here's the Panzera Atlantic Blue Fathom, I think it was worth waiting for.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50371526561_6ba239ffe0_o.jpg

struth
22-09-2020, 13:11
stylish.. very nice

PeteT
23-09-2020, 23:34
Without ever looking busy there's a lot going on there, that is a gorgeous watch.!

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Ian7633
24-09-2020, 17:10
After lengthy negotiations with DHL (the tracking part of their system wouldn't acknowledge that I'd paid import taxes / duty so the watch was 'held' while I sorted it out - took three days to get from Australia to the UK then four days to get to me from Docklands :rolleyes: ) here's the Panzera Atlantic Blue Fathom, I think it was worth waiting for.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50371526561_6ba239ffe0_o.jpgWhen you get bored with it you can send it my way, lovely looking watch.

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Ian7633
24-09-2020, 17:13
Fitted the new bracelet today to the Citizen, it's identical to the original and I was even able to use the Citizen clasp. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20200924/cf9d4fbc54c59393bf924cd96b37be8e.jpg

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Roy S
24-09-2020, 17:48
Thanks for the positive comments about the Panzera gents, I'm pleased with it & it was reasonable value (would have been better value without the import charges however..).



Fitted the new bracelet today to the Citizen, it's identical to the original and I was even able to use the Citizen clasp.



Looks smart Ian, hidden crown?

Invicta diver on silicon/metal strap today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50379827402_8b9baa8db0_o.jpg

Ian7633
24-09-2020, 18:08
Yes the crown tucks nicely into the case. I do need to take the movement out of the case as the crown is loose on the stem, just needs some thread lock to fix the problem but best done with the stem away from the keyless works.

Roy S
25-09-2020, 10:05
A larger Parnis (Matron). Not crazy about the strap but it was the only one I had that fitted, it came on an ill fitting nato,

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50381926296_d5a497e092_o.jpg

Roy S
26-09-2020, 12:52
Big Invicta day

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50384538413_ddd08dd12b_o.jpg

struth
26-09-2020, 13:12
Big Invicta day

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50384538413_ddd08dd12b_o.jpg

thats quite a cracker..

Roy S
26-09-2020, 14:31
thats quite a cracker..

At 51mm excluding the crown it's on the large side but doesn't wear that big.

Roy S
28-09-2020, 02:21
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50391851196_89d6ddfcf3_o.jpg

Roy S
29-09-2020, 10:40
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50396546443_e46d24865f_o.jpg

struth
29-09-2020, 11:30
another quality piece

Roy S
30-09-2020, 10:01
another quality piece

Thanks, nice watch the Seiko.

Back to the crap today :lol:

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50400634906_67367fc3df_o.jpg

Roy S
30-09-2020, 23:18
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50402138178_a88ce47118_o.jpg

PeteT
30-09-2020, 23:29
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50402138178_a88ce47118_o.jpgThat's more like it... I like that, it's clear, clean, unfussy, with a bit of sparkle...

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Ian7633
01-10-2020, 15:13
Very pleased with this new arrival today. Nice looking auto movement. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201001/2b7f91e180759429adbcba4adbeda18e.jpghttps://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201001/fa66a32d73b8f34f828ba9e00d340f78.jpg

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Miller
03-10-2020, 08:01
Seiko Tuna Solar daily tool watch... Goldsmiths were knocking them out for £225 a few months back and could not resist...

https://i.postimg.cc/63hx3LJR/IMG-6580.jpg

https://i.postimg.cc/gjkF6Xm7/IMG-6587.jpg

Roy S
03-10-2020, 09:43
Parnis take on a Kermit, not bad for 40 notes

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201003/f7c23a25f564b30fa27f71f7c3614dcf.jpg

Roy S
03-10-2020, 09:46
https://i.postimg.cc/gjkF6Xm7/IMG-6587.jpg

Nice watch but the pooch isn't impressed :)

marf53
05-10-2020, 06:35
Glashutte Original 60's Panorama date, Wanted one for ages and bought it in Switzerland while I was working there so saved quite a bit on the price

Roy S
05-10-2020, 08:52
Glashutte Original 60's Panorama date, Wanted one for ages and bought it in Switzerland while I was working there so saved quite a bit on the price

Sounds like a nice piece, be good to see a pic ;)

Been fancying a Cartier Santos but saw this on ebay which came in way cheaper.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50422028686_43bedcf406_o.jpg

Roy S
05-10-2020, 16:08
Another new arrival today, a Steeldive Tuna

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50423857057_5c881fc05a_o.jpg

struth
05-10-2020, 16:51
you do like green;) although thats not too bad :)

Roy S
05-10-2020, 17:35
you do like green;) although thats not too bad :)

Nature's colour Grant. The Steeldive isn't actually as bright as that, quite subtle in fact. It's a great watch for the money, came with a green rubber strap as well & tools to change the strap & size the bracelet!

https://www.steeldiveuk.com/product-page/steeldive-sd1975-green-tuna-automatic-300m-diver-watch

struth
05-10-2020, 17:45
Yeah looks darker there which I prefer. Don't like bright greens but darker ones I do

Roy S
06-10-2020, 11:51
Parnis sterile dial sub homage on brown leather strap.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201006/397b3033f920dab372aa56adc7546385.jpg

struth
06-10-2020, 12:55
Parnis sterile dial sub homage on brown leather strap.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201006/397b3033f920dab372aa56adc7546385.jpg

nice, quite similar to the gmt

Roy S
06-10-2020, 18:24
With one on a black leather strap

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50428512022_90ddd150b8_o.jpg

Roy S
07-10-2020, 12:23
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201007/9b275d7ee30a7cf501c90f6970fa03ec.jpg

Roy S
08-10-2020, 01:29
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50433576618_0f8b8efa5a_o.jpg

struth
08-10-2020, 01:39
Interesting one Roy. Got a golf ball look, all those dimples.
Li ke the colour

Roy S
09-10-2020, 10:02
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201009/b85147bac5bea08824cc77405c116f72.jpg

Roy S
10-10-2020, 03:00
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201010/a760f89138b6dcd05a29ccd94eecac4d.jpg

PeteT
10-10-2020, 13:42
That really works for me...
Black/stainless, simple and classic.

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Roy S
13-10-2020, 03:47
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201013/1c62158cf281592d27e618f0b39cc9dd.jpg

Roy S
13-10-2020, 17:01
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201013/5134c42267311a01295ed082a5b96f5c.jpg

struth
13-10-2020, 17:05
New one on me.. The parnis looked good in that pic

Roy S
13-10-2020, 17:11
New one on me.. The parnis looked good in that pic

Yes, nicest Parnis I have I think, it's like it was made by someone else :lol:

Not invested in any timepieces recently Grant?

struth
13-10-2020, 17:16
No, none for while. Trying to be good

Roy S
13-10-2020, 17:18
No, none for while. Trying to be good

Yes, I try, doesn't work though.

Got one last week, blue one came this morning & two more due :rolleyes:

struth
13-10-2020, 17:23
I've loads of whisky but most of them I'm not keen to open [emoji23]

So have buy others to drink. I need to just drink them instead of keeping ars ornaments

PeteT
13-10-2020, 21:14
I've loads of whisky but most of them I'm not keen to open [emoji23]

So have buy others to drink. I need to just drink them instead of keeping ars ornamentsThe problem with a good malt is that no matter how good it was to drink, you kind of regret finishing it.!

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Mikeandvan
13-10-2020, 22:40
Here's my 1967 Seamaster with a lovely new strap, only £16 off Ebay, normally cost about £40 I think, good quality, and looks great with this particular watch.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50427976313_203c3a6336_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2jQ9ytt)IMG_20201004_163335808 (https://flic.kr/p/2jQ9ytt) by [url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/145505522@N02/

PeteT
14-10-2020, 08:23
Here's my 1967 Seamaster with a lovely new strap, only £16 off Ebay, normally cost about £40 I think, good quality, and looks great with this particular watch.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50427976313_203c3a6336_z.jpg (https://flic.kr/p/2jQ9ytt)IMG_20201004_163335808 (https://flic.kr/p/2jQ9ytt) by [url=https://www.flickr.com/photos/145505522@N02/Lovely watch that, I do like an old Omega. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201014/8b5e4e6bb20187bf693bd8f369be0e72.jpg

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Filterlab
14-10-2020, 10:45
On my wrist today is my rather lovely Squale (pronounced ‘scwar-lay’ for the unfamiliar) 1545 Atmos 20 Classic. Gorgeous build quality, superb finish. A snip at 600 notes in my opinion.

https://i.ibb.co/kQrXY7X/65-D8017-C-A68-F-4-EF8-9-BAD-1727-DAC8-C43-B.jpg (https://ibb.co/pJsdC7d)

A quick Wikipedia of Squale will give you some idea of their long-standing heritage.

Roy S
14-10-2020, 10:51
Today's arrival something a bit different

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50478507607_e2a4ec0923_h.jpg

PeteT
14-10-2020, 12:32
On my wrist today is my rather lovely Squale (pronounced ‘scwar-lay’ for the unfamiliar) 1545 Atmos 20 Classic. Gorgeous build quality, superb finish. A snip at 600 notes in my opinion.

https://i.ibb.co/kQrXY7X/65-D8017-C-A68-F-4-EF8-9-BAD-1727-DAC8-C43-B.jpg (https://ibb.co/pJsdC7d)

A quick Wikipedia of Squale will give you some idea of their long-standing heritage.Lovely watch, I have a blue 1521 on a milanaise strap...

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andyrlb
14-10-2020, 15:40
Splashed out on this vintage beauty .
Nos ( 1990’s ) Paul Picot Le Chronographe.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201014/71672c8e78c788cb8b4cb8e1664da302.plist

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201014/d43d974549981c99dcb1f4f664f5916c.jpg


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struth
14-10-2020, 15:57
quite stylish

andyrlb
14-10-2020, 16:07
quite stylish

Thanks Grant.
Question for you , why do watch makers create a waterproof watch and then stick a leather strap on it ?


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struth
14-10-2020, 16:10
Thanks Grant.
Question for you , why do watch makers create a waterproof watch and then stick a leather strap on it ?


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same reason most say something like 100m waterproof on them but dont wear them in shower :scratch:

Mikeandvan
14-10-2020, 18:22
Lovely watch that, I do like an old Omega. https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201014/8b5e4e6bb20187bf693bd8f369be0e72.jpg

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Nice, love the black dial Omegas, they sell for big bucks though, practically everyone on 'Mad men' was wearing one!

PeteT
14-10-2020, 18:49
Nice, love the black dial Omegas, they sell for big bucks though, practically everyone on 'Mad men' was wearing one!I was inspired to buy it partly as costume dressing for my daughter's uni degree fashion show at GSA, but also because I love it of course...

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PeteT
14-10-2020, 23:24
Thanks Grant.
Question for you , why do watch makers create a waterproof watch and then stick a leather strap on it ?


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkLargely I guess because most waterproof watches, even divers don't see more water than a splash from the washing up bowl..?

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struth
16-10-2020, 15:10
Not had one on for a while.

But this today.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201016/de9602778ea5fdeee35c6448e41af3de.jpg

flash highlighted some dust

PeteT
16-10-2020, 15:59
Not had one on for a while.

But this today.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201016/de9602778ea5fdeee35c6448e41af3de.jpg

flash highlighted some dustOut with the duster then.! Looks beautifully old school, but noticed 'co-axial' on the dial, I thought that was a more modern Omega thing, but perhaps not...

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Filterlab
16-10-2020, 16:50
Lovely watch, I have a blue 1521 on a milanaise strap...

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Lovely piece! I do like Squale watches.

Ian7633
16-10-2020, 18:18
Not had one on for a while.

But this today.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201016/de9602778ea5fdeee35c6448e41af3de.jpg

flash highlighted some dustI like that one Grant, lovely, interesting dial

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Ian7633
16-10-2020, 18:20
Got this today, nice and simple dial and in mint condition, bargain at £25https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201016/cc52183135a5992bee7374e4fd40eb0d.jpg

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marf53
18-10-2020, 14:29
Sorry Roy, I can't find out how to send the photo, Photobucket says I'm not allowed

Roy S
18-10-2020, 17:48
Sorry Roy, I can't find out how to send the photo, Photobucket says I'm not allowed

I've long since given up on Photobucket.

Try Flickr, hosts up to 1000 pictures for free.

Roy S
19-10-2020, 12:20
Today ‘oh no, not another sub homage!’ [emoji6]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201019/123a5920969c48292ec1fd4819d30ec8.jpg

mikeyb
19-10-2020, 12:28
Bought this for my wife's Christmas a few years ago, she loves it [emoji4]

Was just a pity that it didn't arrive until after the New Year due to a Royal Mail hiccup [emoji3525]

Still, she was delighted with it once it did turn up.https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201019/24db96ff391202a598257f9a4f428ded.jpg

Roy S
19-10-2020, 13:22
Bought this for my wife's Christmas a few years ago, she loves it [emoji4]

Was just a pity that it didn't arrive until after the New Year due to a Royal Mail hiccup [emoji3525]

Still, she was delighted with it once it did turn up.

Pretty watch.

Got my other half a Rolex Xmas last year, don't think she likes it although she hasn't said, just not worn it yet.

Prefers the Tag I got her a couple of years back.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49878065222_6dcf8f404b_o.jpg

mikeyb
19-10-2020, 13:24
Pretty watch.

Got my other half a Rolex Xmas last year, don't think she likes it although she hasn't said, just not worn it yet.

Prefers the Tag I got her a couple of years back.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49878065222_6dcf8f404b_o.jpgVery nice

marf53
19-10-2020, 23:11
Thanks Roy, will do

Roy S
20-10-2020, 01:59
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50507300573_fcb9183082_o.jpg

Roy S
20-10-2020, 10:04
Treated the Seiko kinetic I recently found to a nice leather strap

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50509174002_50fa489cb8_o.jpg

marf53
20-10-2020, 11:10
https://flic.kr/p/2jXjy2c https://flic.kr/p/2jXjG18
Hope this has worked

Roy S
20-10-2020, 11:21
Nearly! If you include a bit more of the link address with image tags the pictures should display in the post

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50509141381_3647085402_o.jpg

Link looks like this- https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50509141381_3647085402_o.jpg (obtainable from the share option) with at the front & at the end.

Nice piece by the way!

Roy S
20-10-2020, 19:29
A recently discovered brand, already got 3 of them [emoji846]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201020/46286a79401fc14e955a6be004dca0a4.jpg

struth
21-10-2020, 16:06
Certainly stands out Roy. Need to have a look see. EBay is it?

Roy S
21-10-2020, 16:21
Certainly stands out Roy. Need to have a look see. EBay is it?

The blue one was from Steeldive’s website but one of the others was from eBay, they have NH35 movements.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201021/56ff0d056cbe60f06c48cfc929a3f3be.jpg

marf53
21-10-2020, 20:19
Thanks Roy, image is a bit big too

PeteT
21-10-2020, 22:13
A recently discovered brand, already got 3 of them [emoji846]

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201020/46286a79401fc14e955a6be004dca0a4.jpgA new one on me... Lovely retro shape to the case.!

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Roy S
21-10-2020, 23:27
A new one on me... Lovely retro shape to the case.!

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Design cues from Seiko.

Here’s the third one

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201021/e2da51276c2744142cd860a1b9be3fe7.jpg

Mikeandvan
21-10-2020, 23:31
Got this today, nice and simple dial and in mint condition, bargain at £25https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201016/cc52183135a5992bee7374e4fd40eb0d.jpg

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Nice, those hands are very vintage.

struth
22-10-2020, 00:21
The blue one was from Steeldive’s website but one of the others was from eBay, they have NH35 movements.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201021/56ff0d056cbe60f06c48cfc929a3f3be.jpgI like that one a lot I think. Has something

Roy S
22-10-2020, 23:25
Still don’t know what possessed me to buy this monstrosity, I’ve listed it on eBay twice, no bugger wants it

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201022/b43eff659fa56d2989d38db280c44d4d.jpg


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PeteT
22-10-2020, 23:37
Still don’t know what possessed me to buy this monstrosity, I’ve listed it on eBay twice, no bugger wants it

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201022/b43eff659fa56d2989d38db280c44d4d.jpg


Sent from my iPhone using TapatalkI'd admit I quite like the bezel, less sure about the rest though...

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Roy S
25-10-2020, 10:03
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201025/de6dced841bb9d2627b82240bab0a39b.jpg

PeteT
25-10-2020, 12:05
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201025/de6dced841bb9d2627b82240bab0a39b.jpgLiking that one...

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Roy S
25-10-2020, 14:15
Liking that one...

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Better now I’ve changed the strap to a more comfortable Archer one.

Roy S
26-10-2020, 01:47
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50531080587_2f46b583df_o.jpg

struth
26-10-2020, 04:37
Nice.

Ian7633
26-10-2020, 17:08
Got this today, Corguet. Nice, chunky watch with a Myota movement.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201026/31291f783893a6a6805a27c134d77d1f.jpg

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Barry
26-10-2020, 19:39
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50355480861_71a50fb715_o.jpg

Love it - totally bling free and anonymous! But maybe I'm being seduced by the black and white photograph?

Roy S
26-10-2020, 19:58
Love it - totally bling free and anonymous! But maybe I'm being seduced by the black and white photograph?

Here's the unexpurgated version of the photo

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50534430782_9486e8b5c7_o.jpg

Barry
26-10-2020, 22:06
Still like it! :)

Andy831
27-10-2020, 09:18
I am not keen on most of the watches on this thread, ie the "Sub look a likes" but that bling free black faced watch with white hands and numerals is lovely.

Is that a "Cheapie" @Roy S?

Roy S
27-10-2020, 09:48
Is that a "Cheapie" @Roy S?

Yes. It’s a sterile dial Parnis, can’t recall exactly but probably around the £40 mark.

Barry
27-10-2020, 13:24
"Sterile dial"?!! Don't you just love marketing and advertising speak. :rolleyes:

That said, as an example of "watch of the day", it is one of the nicest shown to date.

Barry
27-10-2020, 13:50
My parner picked this up at a boot sale - think she paid less than £10 for it and it's unused, complete with all packaging and paperwork.

Fossil Arkitekt 'Speedway' FS-3071

http://www.bigapplewatch.com/aspjpeg.asp?id=fo8552a&width=350

Is it a good watch?

Roy S
27-10-2020, 15:14
"Sterile dial"?!! Don't you just love marketing and advertising speak. :rolleyes:

That said, as an example of "watch of the day", it is one of the nicest shown to date.

Just means no branding or logo on the face. Here's the unsterile version (different movement, has a date window + slightly larger face & a fancier crown).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50536304903_a750bc8e1e_o.jpg


My parner picked this up at a boot sale - think she paid less than £10 for it and it's unused, complete with all packaging and paperwork.

Fossil Arkitekt 'Speedway' FS-3071

Is it a good watch?

I have a number of Fossil watches & whilst they're really a fashion brand they're reasonable watches in their own right & you got a bargain there I'd say. Is it working? I'm guessing it's quartz (battery).

Roy S
28-10-2020, 03:15
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201028/ebe3fc25ad2e901f3ff04bd31abf9dcb.jpg

Roy S
28-10-2020, 23:57
What can I say it matched me jeans :D

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50542524827_e41d4006bd_o.jpg

struth
29-10-2020, 01:26
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201028/ebe3fc25ad2e901f3ff04bd31abf9dcb.jpgNice colour and shape

Roy S
29-10-2020, 23:39
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50545016928_3ab68d1d80_o.jpg

Roy S
30-10-2020, 23:21
This one owes me about 20 quid, took the crappy metal bracelet off and stuck a nice leather one on, much better.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50549009206_0e0ae7b6f9_o.jpg

Roy S
31-10-2020, 10:58
Pretty cheapie just arrived

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201031/deb4c520631781da335a941e0a721e69.jpg

PeteT
31-10-2020, 11:18
Pretty cheapie just arrived

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201031/deb4c520631781da335a941e0a721e69.jpgLovely clear face that.
I always wish they'd polish the edges of the crystal.! Still that's why they're a cheapie I suppose...

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Barry
31-10-2020, 19:24
In my search for a totally bling-free wristwatch, I came across this:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/Gp8AAOSwkXRbbhMu/s-l500.jpg

Although a ladies watch, the diameter of the case is sufficiently large for me. The ultimate minimalist 'sterile dial' watch? (Actually the version with a black face and white hands looks much better IMO).

Ian7633
31-10-2020, 21:12
In my search for a totally bling-free wristwatch, I came across this:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/Gp8AAOSwkXRbbhMu/s-l500.jpg

Although a ladies watch, the diameter of the case is sufficiently large for me. The ultimate minimalist 'sterile dial' watch? (Actually the version with a black face and white hands looks much better IMO).I like a nice minimalist dial too. That one reminded me of my Mondaine Swiss Railway watch, not as simple but a nice, clean dial.
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201031/9ad02568208575e63df7f4a55a9b5f81.jpg

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InThe Sticks
01-11-2020, 17:02
I actually intended to go clothes shopping today, well that was until I passed a branch of Ernest Jones jewellers.
After a sneaky peek through the window at something that caught my eye, I walked out with this..

https://i.imgur.com/vIsgmpA.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/z5B1tAI.jpg

The strap actually does feel and look like a racetrack.

Ian7633
01-11-2020, 18:07
That is a lovely, lovely watch. Is someone going to be in trouble for their fiscal disobedience?

Barry
01-11-2020, 20:41
That is a lovely, lovely watch. Is someone going to be in trouble for their fiscal disobedience?

Could have been more expensive:
https://b34959663f5a3997bd0d-2668915a1d3a077262c88fab6aa0aa02.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.c om/17381384_1_640.jpg

Roy S
01-11-2020, 20:47
Could have been more expensive:
https://b34959663f5a3997bd0d-2668915a1d3a077262c88fab6aa0aa02.ssl.cf3.rackcdn.c om/17381384_1_640.jpg

Someone on here’s got one of those, can’t recall who.

Barry
01-11-2020, 20:51
Probably best they keep it to themselves.

InThe Sticks
01-11-2020, 21:01
That is a lovely, lovely watch. Is someone going to be in trouble for their fiscal disobedience?
Nope, last months work bonus covered it nicely :)

Roy S
01-11-2020, 21:12
Probably best they keep it to themselves.

Rather harsh Barry, I’ve got the blue version.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201101/22435bf8ad8615d78bfb7470cbecbeda.jpg

InThe Sticks
01-11-2020, 21:16
Probably best they keep it to themselves.

Why?

Lovely watch btw Roy.

Roy S
01-11-2020, 21:21
Lovely watch btw Roy.

I was very tempted by the Gulf version, limited edition I think, but other half dragged me out of the Tag shop. Waited till she wasn’t looking & popped in Goldsmiths for an Explorer 2.

Barry
01-11-2020, 21:22
Rather harsh Barry, I’ve got the blue version.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201101/22435bf8ad8615d78bfb7470cbecbeda.jpg

But it's not the same watch - yours is somewhat more tasteful than the Gulf version I cited.

Roy S
01-11-2020, 21:29
But it's not the same watch - yours is somewhat more tasteful than the Gulf version I cited.

Sorry, meant to indicate I liked the gulf versions but that I had a blue version. I do prefer my one but the gulf one would fit nicely into the collection [emoji4]

Ian7633
01-11-2020, 22:14
Forgive my ignorance, is the square Monaco the Steve McQueen model?

Roy S
01-11-2020, 22:36
Forgive my ignorance, is the square Monaco the Steve McQueen model?

More or less, the original was a little smaller. There are a number of alternative designs

https://www.goldsmiths.co.uk/c/Brands/TAG-Heuer/TAG-Heuer-Monaco/?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=G%20-%20GS%20-%20Search%20-%20Brands%20-%20W%20-%20LW%20-%20TAG%20Heuer%20-%20DSA&gclid=Cj0KCQjwufn8BRCwARIsAKzP696MKwv03WOLvWYlZFkJ z85yRyJ2BD8cidyUE6-ZA2iNq5bLR-bvKF8aAvsDEALw_wcB

Roy S
01-11-2020, 22:46
Back down to earth with my cheapies. was happy to pick this up for £45, a classy Invicta. don't see many of them :D

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50556011278_15c9452aca_o.jpg

struth
02-11-2020, 02:31
Back down to earth with my cheapies. was happy to pick this up for £45, a classy Invicta. don't see many of them :D

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50556011278_15c9452aca_o.jpgQuite nice Roy

InThe Sticks
02-11-2020, 20:32
Getting bit of a taste for Tags, so this will be my Christmas present this year..

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

Barry, your opinion isn't required, thanks.

Roy S
02-11-2020, 20:48
Getting bit of a taste for Tags, so this will be my Christmas present this year..



That's tasty Jon.

I traded in a Panerai last year towards getting a datejust for the other half for Xmas, this was part of the deal as well (if she was having a new watch so was I!).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49457008611_9e22617548_o.jpg

Roy S
03-11-2020, 11:17
Big 'un today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50562674971_caeed9b235_o.jpg

PeteT
03-11-2020, 11:21
That's tasty Jon.

I traded in a Panerai last year towards getting a datejust for the other half for Xmas, this was part of the deal as well (if she was having a new watch so was I!).

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/49457008611_9e22617548_o.jpgJudging by your regular posts, I'm not sure you need any excuse to buy a watch.!

Though any excuse will do for that, leagues above your cheapies...!

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Roy S
03-11-2020, 11:26
Judging by your regular posts, I'm not sure you need any excuse to buy a watch.!

Though any excuse will do for that, leagues above your cheapies...!



I'm classy about 10% of the time Pete ;)

struth
03-11-2020, 17:13
omega man:eyebrows:

Roy S
04-11-2020, 02:09
I have a number of Fossil watches & whilst they're really a fashion brand they're reasonable watches in their own right & you got a bargain there I'd say. Is it working? I'm guessing it's quartz (battery).

Just wondered if you'd seen my response about your Fossil Barry?


In my search for a totally bling-free wristwatch, I came across this:

https://i.ebayimg.com/images/g/Gp8AAOSwkXRbbhMu/s-l500.jpg

Although a ladies watch, the diameter of the case is sufficiently large for me. The ultimate minimalist 'sterile dial' watch? (Actually the version with a black face and white hands looks much better IMO).

What's wrong with numbers and/or batons? Without those if just glancing at this watch you will only have a vague idea what the time is.

struth
04-11-2020, 09:55
Not keen on the white faced one. Not sure why, maybe too minimalist

Roy S
04-11-2020, 12:01
Something a little different through the post today, never seen a watch designed specifically for natos before.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50566094171_1846a2457b_o.jpg

Roy S
05-11-2020, 10:24
Jumper weather

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50569385522_f13739e6b4_o.jpg

PeteT
05-11-2020, 10:37
Something a little different through the post today, never seen a watch designed specifically for natos before.

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50566094171_1846a2457b_o.jpg.. As in no spring pin?
That's back to how lugs used to be in the old days..!

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Roy S
06-11-2020, 11:30
Thanks Pete.

The watch was gaining six minutes an hour! Took the back off and regulated it and it’s fine now.

Today sterile dial sub homage on brown leather strap.

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201106/08e7bcc59e97a745d6972a574080ec7f.jpg

Roy S
07-11-2020, 13:06
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50575862231_a271fc5f77_o.jpg

Roy S
08-11-2020, 10:19
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201108/88236a88d434351e25cfa6f68e1b30bc.jpg

struth
08-11-2020, 10:24
good one that...

PeteT
08-11-2020, 16:45
https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201108/88236a88d434351e25cfa6f68e1b30bc.jpgNice ballance of modern and classic styles integrated well..! Like that.!

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Roy S
10-11-2020, 11:26
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50585770808_9315bf6d73_o.jpg

PeteT
10-11-2020, 12:19
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50585770808_9315bf6d73_o.jpgThat's a good looking watch. Not sure about the strap though.?

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Roy S
10-11-2020, 12:58
Not sure about the strap though.?



I'm with you on that. Will try an alternative when I get chance.

Roy S
10-11-2020, 18:43
Stuck it on a Zulu for now

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201110/cb1e66646c046aa29cc28d2ede6e6ece.jpg

PeteT
10-11-2020, 21:31
Stuck it on a Zulu for now

https://uploads.tapatalk-cdn.com/20201110/cb1e66646c046aa29cc28d2ede6e6ece.jpgThat's better..!

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Roy S
12-11-2020, 03:23
Another cheapie

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50592380961_13cbf129e1_o.jpg

Roy S
12-11-2020, 22:31
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50595120591_ff08f9dd89_o.jpg

struth
14-11-2020, 00:13
https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50595120591_ff08f9dd89_o.jpgLike that Roy

Roy S
14-11-2020, 01:16
Like that Roy

Thanks, nice rich blue face, think I've posted it before but a good watch is worth repeating.

Interestingly coloured Invicta today

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50597102212_bf5f006486_o.jpg

struth
14-11-2020, 02:30
Good pic again and quite nice too

Roy S
16-11-2020, 00:57
Yesterday's

https://live.staticflickr.com/65535/50607630517_fef00fcb58_o.jpg

struth
16-11-2020, 02:14
Another tidy invicta