Who Watches the Watchmen (Our Chit Chat Thread)

My grail is an Omega 2223.80, but ever since I seen the 2262.50 I cant see past its bracelet compared to the 2223.

The Peter Blakes bracelet is not as fussy imho. Classier.

So I asked AI to put the strap on the 2223.80 and for me it makes it a lot better looking. Thoughts?

you don’t actually buy the watch ex vat. You pay the retail price and fill out a tax back form to be claimed when departing the jurisdiction (usually the airport) where I presume they will want travel details. Not impossible to achieve but not as straightforward as presenting a US passport

Similar.

A few years ago, was at a consultant appointment with my son where had to wear a support boot. I was strapping it up afterwards and the doctor, who was maybe lat 40s, said that's an unusual watch, my dad had one very like it.

Mine was a sterile dial Alpha version of the classic Speedmaster.

He went on to say his dad was a Connie pilot in the 60s.

Bank Holiday weekend coming soon H,that would keep you quiet!

Wondering if the Artemis astronauts are wearing speedmasters?

Wonder no more, courtesy of Teddy Baldassarre 😀

https://teddybaldassarre.com/en-int/blogs/watches/artemis-ii-watches

Loving the new Longines Hydroconquest.

I tried on the previous version a couple of years ago and it didn't grab me, this one does though.

Will have to see how it looks on the wrist. 😁

Saw one in Fields jewellers earlier (39mm blue, 2200 euro)

Staff said they are very popular, they've sold 3 already this week

A bit small for my eyes, I'd be looking for a 42mm black

She said everyone is asking about the black 42mm but they can't source any!

Not sure if it was the lighting in the shop but I found it a bit shiny and sparkly

The bracelet is brushed rather than polished at least so that might tone it down a bit

Loving having the tiniest bit of connection to the space race on my wrist at this special time of a new generation of achievement with Artemis.

I remember it being discussed before, but can't find it. Who is the best person for getting a watch regulated? I think someone mentioned a shop in Kilkenny?

I have sent an email. Hopefully he gets back to me tomorrow!