Post pics of your watches Part II

23-12-2020 10:43AM

oknepop wrote: »

The caseback isn't original to that watch, and there seems to be a bit of corrosion on the edge of the dial. No pics of the movement either so I'd personally pass, but as with everything on ebay it's a bit of a gamble (got my KS on ebay though). Has the original buckle which is a nice touch, as these tend to go for 50-100 on their own.

I actually hastily pulled the trigger on this before reading this very helpful reply

It actually arrive today via Fedex (ridiculously fast) and no customs. So according to my curve card statement I paid a grand total of €366 for it including postage. Will probably get it serviced in the new year. Very light on the arm vs my other watches (unsurprising I suppose)

Edit: there is discolouration around the edge as you state - it's more obvious in the photos than with the naked eye

Double edit: any recommendations on servicing please?

somebody_else · 23-12-2020 11:32AM

And now something different.

And I know it is Nomos Orion homage but still nice.

micks_address · 23-12-2020 12:43PM

Just arrived in time for Xmas

Erikas original strap to go with Sinn

unkel · 23-12-2020 12:48PM

Fitz II wrote: »

Maybe this is the one....you might keep it more than a month :pac::pac::pac:

I do have (some) form. Had my Tissot as my only watch from 1995 until 2011. Had my Seamaster as my only watch or at least the one I wore 99% of the time from 2017 until sometime in 2020 I think?

I think this one is a keeper, but only time will tell

micks_address · 23-12-2020 12:51PM

unkel wrote: »

I do have (some) form. Had my Tissot as my only watch from 1995 until 2011. Had my Seamaster as my only watch or at least the one I wore 99% of the time from 2017 until sometime in 2020 I think?

I think this one is a keeper, but only time will tell

Fecin watches...I was wearing a smart watch up to 2 years ago when a friend showed me his Seamaster

furiousox · 23-12-2020 01:10PM

My wishlist for early 2021.

Jorg Gray 6500 (Obama watch) & Bulova Lunar Pilot.

I already have an Omega speedy so someone please talk me out of the Bulova!
Or not.

scwazrh · 23-12-2020 01:14PM

furiousox wrote: »

My Pilot.

I already have the Omega speedy so someone please talk me out of the Bulova!
Or not.

I sold my lunar pilot when I finally got my speedmaster as thought what’s the point of a cheap moonwatch when you’ve got the real one.. bought another lunar pilot within a couple of months after that and wear it more than my speedmaster .

I should have thought about it more though and bought that black pvd lunar pilot.

furiousox · 23-12-2020 01:27PM

scwazrh wrote: »

I sold my lunar pilot when I finally got my speedmaster as thought what’s the point of a cheap moonwatch when you’ve got the real one.. bought another lunar pilot within a couple of months after that and wear it more than my speedmaster...

Why's that? Do you prefer the aesthetics of the Bulova?
I have quite a small wrist so the size of the Bulova is a concern, I like the all black version though.

EDIT: Speedys are quite big so that Bulova must be HUGE!

redlead · 23-12-2020 01:47PM

unkel wrote: »

I think this one is a keeper, but only time will tell

Blue Yachtmaster ?

I'm personally disappointed over the moderation. I was planning on organising a good old fashioned scrap behind the sheds of Boards HQ :-P

Homer · 23-12-2020 01:51PM

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Crafter blue fitted (after much cursing .. sorry baby jebus) this morning. Think it compliments the GMT well with the two tone.

Birneybau · 23-12-2020 03:40PM

micks_address wrote: »

Just arrived in time for Xmas

Erikas original strap to go with Sinn

Beautiful combo Mick

Birneybau · 23-12-2020 03:45PM

Bought the black Bulova for about €375 new maybe a year before I bought the Speedmaster (which I haven't wound!). Actually had Bulova on this morning.

Ian OB · 23-12-2020 03:47PM

Alpha Saphir 266 I picked up on honeymoon in Berlin 11 years ago. Not the worlds most expensive watch but due to the occasion it was bought I was a little miffed when No. 2 Son decided to play soccer with it 6 years ago.

No watch shop around has been able to replace the glass : ( So I'm looking at buying another one online to swap the glass out of it.

redlead · 23-12-2020 04:58PM

Birneybau wrote: »

Bought the black Bulova for about €375 new maybe a year before I bought the Speedmaster (which I haven't wound!). G]

Is that a Speedie Reduced or is the Bulova just a beast?

Birneybau · 23-12-2020 05:02PM

redlead wrote: »

Is that a Speedie Reduced or is the Bulova just a beast?

Full speedy. It's slightly beastier but a bad angle/picture

unkel · 23-12-2020 05:46PM

redlead wrote: »

Blue Yachtmaster ?

No, its bigger, rougher brother. Pics later!

IrishPlayer · 23-12-2020 06:06PM

CarProblem wrote: »

Double edit: any recommendations on servicing please?

Richard Askham in the UK
http://thewatchspotblog.com/

Cannot recommend him enough, might be best see how Brexit impacts things first,but defiantly the go to for me for servicing.

Lorddrakul · 23-12-2020 07:03PM

That's good to see the Lunar Pilot and Speedie side by side. Cheers, chaps!

I've been renuited with my Mark II after a complete strip and rebuild with new jewels and NOS parts, plus a modern mainspring.

It is still in the settling down and wearing in period, but I am delighted I now have a pretty unique Speedie - Old Grey!

Would still happily have a Lunar Pilot in box though.

However, I'd love the 1st gen bead-blasted case, with the second gen, no-date dial.

I'm not picky, me.

eljono · 23-12-2020 10:29PM

UV torches are fun

Fitz II · 23-12-2020 10:36PM

Little addition to the collection. Missed having a sub so got a Ceramic no date, nice watch stickers on full set. Had a preceramic which was nice also but the bracelet is not half as good as this newer one, and a touch too vintage for my tastes. The ceramic bezel is lovely and glossy. A real bullet proof icon of a watch, and a good solid watch. The value is not what is used to be, these have gone mental.

And Alongside its bigger brother.

Deep Thought · 23-12-2020 10:58PM

micks_address wrote: »

Just arrived in time for Xmas

Erikas original strap to go with Sinn

How do you find the strap? Worth the money? Was looking at one for my IWC

scwazrh · 23-12-2020 11:03PM

Fitz II wrote: »

Little addition to the collection. Missed having a sub so got a Ceramic no date, nice watch stickers on full set. Had a preceramic which was nice also but the bracelet is not half as good as this newer one, and a touch too vintage for my tastes. The ceramic bezel is lovely and glossy. A real bullet proof icon of a watch, and a good solid watch. The value is not what is used to be, these have gone mental.

Very nice Fitz , well wear .Was that from Thomas ? Noticed his sold today .

micks_address · 23-12-2020 11:24PM

Deep Thought wrote: »

How do you find the strap? Worth the money? Was looking at one for my IWC

Early days but it’s super comfortable

Fitz II · 24-12-2020 09:00AM

scwazrh wrote: »

Very nice Fitz , well wear .Was that from Thomas ? Noticed his sold today .

Aye, Thomas always hooks me up, great seller (ang buyer).

Cyclingtourist · 24-12-2020 09:46AM

Seiko Alpinist

unkel · 24-12-2020 04:00PM

My watches keep getting better, my photography skills do not. Merry Christmas everyone!

893bet · 24-12-2020 04:03PM

Well wear.

I hope you can swim.......as that slab of metal will pull you down to the bottom!

banie01 · 24-12-2020 04:08PM

No lead belt needed when you dive with one of those

Well wear Unkel, I really hope ya bond with it

Fitz II · 24-12-2020 04:55PM

Its a heavy hitter Unkle both horologically and with regard to its mass:D

Enjoy it, wear it, make memories with it. Dont fcuk'in sell it :pac:

njburke · 24-12-2020 05:41PM

Well wear unkel, I hope you dive with it sometime.
Alas my own Christmas gift is still a fedex number, I'm enjoying the anticipation.

This morning I asked my youngest to pick a watch from the box for me to wear, he chose last years Christmas gift, the oceanus S100.

Happy Christmas

Post pics of your watches Part II

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