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A Buren watch that my grandmother gave me about 30 years ago. I know nothing about it other than she told me it was 'a good watch' when she gave it to me.
I've no idea what model or age it is. There is a number 354301 on the back of the case. It has a very small face, only about 2cm in diameter.
Morto that I haven't taken better care of it. I didn't realise it was so dusty until I took the photo.0 -
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I'd heard of the name but never saw one before. CoolA Buren watch that my grandmother gave me about 30 years ago. I know nothing about it other than she told me it was 'a good watch' when she gave it to me.
I've no idea what model or age it is. There is a number 354301 on the back of the case. It has a very small face, only about 2cm in diameter.
Morto that I haven't taken better care of it. I didn't realise it was so dusty until I took the photo.
They closed down in the late 60's IIRC. So it can't be any newer than that. It looks 50's or 60's to my eye anyway.
Yep size can be a problem with the vintage stuff. Hence so many lay unloved in drawers. They look more like ladies watches of today. 20mm is smaller than usual though. 30mm is more olde stylee mans size(whereas today if it's not at least 40mm its not really trying
). Newbies to vintage collecting can get caught out that way if buying online. Maybe it's a so called boys size? That was common enough in the past and it doesnt look like a ladies style.
Cheers for that. Committed to memory.All other conditions being the same, there's absolutely no difference in the power consumption between one negative display watch and a positive one.
All it takes to change a positive display into a negative one is to turn the polarizing film 90 degrees, is that simple! Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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Niiiice. No size issues there anyway Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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Yep size can be a problem with the vintage stuff. Hence so many lay unloved in drawers. They look more like ladies watches of today. 20mm is smaller than usual though. 30mm is more olde stylee mans size(whereas today if it's not at least 40mm its not really trying). Newbies to vintage collecting can get caught out that way if buying online. Maybe it's a so called boys size? That was common enough in the past and it doesnt look like a ladies style.
Cheers for that. Committed to memory.
I hear ya...see my previous postsThe narrower a man’s mind, the broader his statements.
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Very nice. The only Rolex I've ever liked TBH. I think they're nicer without the date. Especially that huge bloody bubble Rolex put over said dates. Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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Nice looking watch there MT Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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I got home from work today and I found I had missed a delivery and could collect it tomorrow, I went online but it was bugging me that my watch (that I ordered about a month ago) was sitting just a few minutes away and I couldn't get it until tomorrow, so I rang them to see if there was any chance I could get it today.
They said yes.
It's an Oris Willams 2008 day date
Sorry it's a bit blurry
The inner box
A mate of mine is a photography student, he wants to use the watch for a project where he has to make an advertisement so I'll have some professional pictures in a few days, he has a studio booked for Friday.
This also brings this thread to an end http://boards.ie/vbulletin/showthread.php?t=20561420420 -
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Niiiice. IMHO Looks better in the flesh than in the pic you posted on the other thread. Love the box Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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Right Fey!, be careful ya don't get banned for advertising your new watch shop biz.
:D
That's some collection alright. Nice one. Like the one on the fifth row down on the extreme right.Rejoice in the awareness of feeling stupid, for that’s how you end up learning new things. If you’re not aware you’re stupid, you probably are.
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Picked up this in NY at the weekend
Was in one of those outlet malls admittedly but the RRP was $695 and they had a clearance sale and I picked it up for $150
Here's a link to an indépendant review that lists the price at between $650-$725 so well happy!
Will upload some proper pics with the DSLR later on when I get a chance.
Website is http://www.txwatches.com/ First time seeing this brand but some lovely watches so may look for another on my next trip!0 -
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I figured a splash of colour would be no harm for the summer, and never having owned a G before i was anxious to try one out, so i snagged my first G Shock last week, its massive but wears very comfy and is going to be perfect for wearing to the beach etc over the summer.
I also came across this blue dialled colt 2 auto advertised here onadverts, having owned the cream dialled variant before i couldnt pass it up. the oem calf has seen better days but that aside its in lovely condition. i have it on a blue bob strap from waccex now
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yep its in good nick alright, a light hand polish has brought it up like new
Did you use anything in particular to polish it because it looks great. It's like it is just out of the shop.
Just got some watch tools in the post this morning so finally managed to remove some links from my Orange Monster. I know a few of you guys have one of them, it's a fantastic watch for the price.
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Here's some pics of my recent TX acquisitions. Sadly, TX has decided to call it a day after a few short years of watchmaking, but the upside is there are some fantastic deals to be had as retailers clear out their inventory (the weak dollar is a big plus too!).
TX 730 series:
I like the chequerboard effect on the face which is only visible at certain angles. My only gripe is the second hand does not align correctly with the markers which is a shame as the build quality of the watch is generally excellent.
TX Pilot (600) series in metallic blue:
This watch was one of a limited edition announced at Baselworld 2010. The other editions available include an all black edition without lume, a metallic grey and an all white edition. The time can be hard to read in daylight as there is not enough lume on the minute hand in comparison to the other watch.
Both watches feature 6 hand quartz movement, sapphire crystal, an electronic compass and water resistance to 100m.0 -
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Thanks Both were ebay purchases - the Pilot watch came from Italy and the other was a more recent purchase from the states. There seem to be a lot of private individuals who are buying end of line stock and reselling on ebay. However, I still think ebay is your best bet as online retailers tend to charge more and use courier companies rather than the postal service to deliver.
Edit: Forgot to ask, which TX did you get?0
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