Nice Watches

[Cos]

^^ you were thinking what? :dunno:


IMO the watch is probably over valued. I had my wifes rings appraised at another jewelry store then where we bought it and they gave it a 1k premium than what I paid.....

[rage2]

Since I'm the TAG Heuer expert...

The appraised value is pretty much the last retail value, since you can still buy these things new for about $1800. Used, in mint condition, the Kiriums list for about $900 and actual selling/closing price is closer to the $700 range.

Problem with the Kiriums is that it's a dated design and it wasn't that popular. It's been discontinued, and pretty much forgotten. The new ones floating around are all NOS from old inventory.

The one you posted is far from mint. It's quite beat up. It doesn't look like a rep, but it's missing all the model #'s on the caseback as well as the serial #. The warranty card is from the 90's, so the guy probably got a blank card or it's a fake card. The newer cards from 2000+ looks nothing like that. At a minimum the watch is probably a grey market watch (where they file off all the serials) to hide it's true origin, which automatically knocks another 200-300 off it's value. It could be a really good fake, from what I can tell I'm 90% sure it's not a fake tho. I dunno the fake Kirium market too well.

[rage2]

FYI - Here's what a modern warranty card looks like.

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/4488c037.jpg

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/93383628.jpg

[Cos]

Changing gears a bit here.... I am looking for some nerdy watches. I have some nice watches but I would like some cheapy funny watches too. Besides here: http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/watches/ this is about all the places I have looked. I currently have a couple (timex expedition and so forth).

Where do you guys look.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Cos
Changing gears a bit here.... I am looking for some nerdy watches. I have some nice watches but I would like some cheapy funny watches too. Besides here: http://www.thinkgeek.com/gadgets/watches/ this is about all the places I have looked. I currently have a couple (timex expedition and so forth).

Where do you guys look.

You want nerdy watches?

http://www.tokyoflash.com/en/watches/1/

Enjoy THAT! :thumbsup:

[diamondedge]

Cos, that Nixon I posted a few pages back, is pretty funky/nerdy. They have a couple that do the part as well if you're not looking to blow $$ or buy a G-Shock.

[88CRX]

Originally posted by wildrice


I have one. I've had it for 2 years now. no issues with bashing it around..I wear it everyday, i even sleep with it on. It's heavy..but after time you don't even notice it's on your wrist.

Yea, I'm not really concerned with how it looks on my wrist (cause I think it's fine) but I was concerned with it being so annoying. I figured you just get used to it after a while but wasn't sure. Now to decide on what color to get.

Currently wearing a tiny/skinny titanium Swiss Army watch that weights virtually nothing so it's a big change.

[rage2]

You get used to the big sizes very quick. I've learned to move my arm out of the way even when walking around so I don't bump my watch into things.

[ATARI]

Originally posted by 88CRX
Looking to pick up a Nixon (don't really care about the name) 51-30 but after trying it on I'm a little woried about the size of the damn thing haha. It is extremely heavy and thick, I'm sure I'll be bashing it on everything.

How do you guys like the +50mm watches for everyday wear?

ref pics:
http://images.freshnessmag.com/wp-content/uploads//2010/09/The-51-30-Chrono.jpg

http://images.freshnessmag.com/wp-content/uploads//2010/09/The-51-30-Chrono-2.jpg

:drool: :drool: :drool: :drool:

[ercchry]

Originally posted by rage2
You get used to the big sizes very quick. I've learned to move my arm out of the way even when walking around so I don't bump my watch into things.

every now and then i smack my watch on something :facepalm: but it has held up fine since they are only ever small bumps

but today i forgot my watch at home and it feels so weird not having the weight of it on my wrist

[rage2]

Originally posted by Dave P
lets say 300-1000?
Check these 2 out.

http://shop.guess.com/Catalog/View/G43001M1

http://shop.guess.com/Catalog/View/G47504M1

[ATARI]

Originally posted by ercchry


every now and then i smack my watch on something :facepalm: but it has held up fine since they are only ever small bumps

but today i forgot my watch at home and it feels so weird not having the weight of it on my wrist

yeah i wear a huge face watch, at first i was always hitting it on walls and stuff, it sucks.
but yeah you do get used to a huge watch.

aparently big watch faces started with pilots, so they didnt have to refocus their eyes from when looking outside the plane .

[5.0]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.luxist.com/media/2010/10/charliesheen.jpg

[5.0]

http://www.blogcdn.com/www.luxist.com/media/2010/09/br-vintage-123-tourneau.jpg

[rage2]

Originally posted by 5.0
http://www.blogcdn.com/www.luxist.com/media/2010/10/charliesheen.jpg
5970p, one of my favorite watches. Too bad I can't afford it!

[5.0]

Yup one of my favorites as well... I also really like the 5191P, "the thinnest column-wheel controlled split-seconds chronograph movement"

http://professionalwatches.com/Patek-philippe-baselworld-2.jpg
http://professionalwatches.com/Patek-Philippe-Baselworld-3.jpg

[sneek]

Originally posted by flipstah


That's a special edition and I've been looking for that exact same one too but to no avail. :(

:D Hopefully I will have mine in 3 weeks!

[rage2]

Originally posted by 5.0
Yup one of my favorites as well... I also really like the 5191P, "the thinnest column-wheel controlled split-seconds chronograph movement"
You mean 5951p...

http://blog.perpetuelle.com/wp-content/uploads/patek-philippe-split-seconds-ref-5951p.jpg

Yea, I was telling ScCab last week if I won the lottery, this would be the first on my list. Perpetual Calendar, Rattrapante Chronograph, and super thin. I drooled pretty hard when they introduced it at Basel this year.

[Unknown303]

Originally posted by 88CRX
Looking to pick up a Nixon (don't really care about the name) 51-30 but after trying it on I'm a little woried about the size of the damn thing haha. It is extremely heavy and thick, I'm sure I'll be bashing it on everything.

How do you guys like the +50mm watches for everyday wear?

ref pics:
img

img

I have two of them and love them. They are a heavy watch but I'm a larger person i guess, so I really like the look and feel of them.

Also I'm pretty sure if you hit it off something the other thing will lose the fight. These watches are tanks. I may have a few more of them one day. Just really like the look and feel of them.

[88CRX]

Originally posted by Unknown303


I have two of them and love them. They are a heavy watch but I'm a larger person i guess, so I really like the look and feel of them.

Also I'm pretty sure if you hit it off something the other thing will lose the fight. These watches are tanks. I may have a few more of them one day. Just really like the look and feel of them.

Cool, what colors/finish do you have?

Did you buy locally or online? $650 locally vs $400us + shipping + duty online.

I've gathered from some quick google research that there are fakes out there, but they typically are obviously underpriced and don't come with any packaging, manuals, etc.

[ricosuave]

Originally posted by rage2
Since I'm the TAG Heuer expert...

Thanks Rage

[rage2]

np. Let me know if you have any more TAG or Hublot questions, those are the 2 brands that I know best.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by sneek


:D Hopefully I will have mine in 3 weeks!

You fucker.

Lol congrats! Provide me your source! =D

[sneek]

Originally posted by flipstah


You fucker.

Lol congrats! Provide me your source! =D

LOL Everyones favorite auction site. It isn't a cheap a digital watch, but I personally thought it would be a pretty cool/durable watch to wear to the bar.

[Unknown303]

Originally posted by 88CRX


Cool, what colors/finish do you have?

Did you buy locally or online? $650 locally vs $400us + shipping + duty online.

I've gathered from some quick google research that there are fakes out there, but they typically are obviously underpriced and don't come with any packaging, manuals, etc.

I bought one locally. The antique steel one which was around the 650 mark. and the other I actualy picked up off my brother and he picked that one up locally. It's the black with red numbers.

I was un salt lake city last week and didn't see the biggest difference in prices.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by sneek


LOL Everyones favorite auction site. It isn't a cheap a digital watch, but I personally thought it would be a pretty cool/durable watch to wear to the bar.

Time to be broke soon haha. Last time I checked there was only one and it was $400. Eff that noise.

[rage2]

Check this badboy out...

Concord C1 QuantumGravity. 2-axis tourbillon suspended by cables, liquid power reserve indicator, the dial is something like 60mm in size, 22mm thick, and looks absolutely insane.

Pics and vids below:

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/16b71246.jpg

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/3897108f.jpg

o0mMMOdkfnc

[shakalaka]

^How much does that bad boy run? Is that $480000 on the tag?

[rage2]

haha yea, they told me it would be a great addition to my collection, and I told them straight up I can't afford it. :rofl:

[shakalaka]

^lol

Even if you could I wouldn't recommend that you get it. I mean I know how much you love watches and all but half a mil on a watch is straight up waste. I love watches and I would spend 100K TOPS and that's if I am in LOVE with some watch. lol But I guess if you are one of those billionaire fuckers who usually don't know what to do with their money, it doesn't really matter.

Though that watch looks bloody amazing! But I would have to pick a Lambo or something over that. lol

[rage2]

Yea, definately need to run out of a lot of things to buy before throwing down 480k on a watch. Of course, I can get that watch for closer to 300k, but still... haha

[shakalaka]

Hmm 300k is a bit tempting haha..but I think I still rather see you own a Mclaren SLR before that. :D

[rage2]

More watches... Hublot rep is in town and gave me a call with some cool toys. Would be a cool dress watch.

Hublot Earl Gray Hematite, lots of bling on the bezel, but seeing it in person looks like those photoshoped photos where everything is in color and only 1 focus item is in black and white. Hard to explain. Really classy looking, but also really unique.

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/9e5bcdbd.jpg

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/95e50ffe.jpg

Press pic:
http://www.onswisstime.com/img/p/2114-2862-large.jpg

Hublot Minute Repeater Tourbillon. Can't afford this one. :rofl:

pZiCigDkTYU

[89coupe]

Its like the same girl in a different outfit.

Try mixing it up a bit ;)

[rage2]

Originally posted by 89coupe
Its like the same girl in a different outfit.

Try mixing it up a bit ;)
What can I say, I'm pretty loyal to my brands and I'm not a slut? :rofl:

[Cos]

What does the tourbillon go for?

[rage2]

260ish retail.

[Cos]

fuck.........

[rage2]

Started noticing Eddie Jordan's watches throughout the F1 season this year, turns out he's a TW Steel Ambassador (as is David Coulthard), so the brand got TONS of TV time on BBC. Even more so than their sponsorship with Renault F1.

Was at Calgary Jewellery the other day and noticed they carried it and they look really cool in person, especially their 48mm watches. Since it's a relatively new brand, they're not retarded priced either. A better "starter" watch than the TAG Heuer F1 line IMO.

http://www.twsteelstore.com/img/700y/TW129.png

http://www.ritzwatches.com/catalog/images2/TW683.JPG

http://www.twsteelstore.com/img/700y/TW822.png

haha I love my black watches.

[Unknown303]

Pretty damn good looking watches. What prices did they have at Calgary Jewellery for them.

[rage2]

I didn't check the prices there. They're available online from $300-$900 depending on the model. So add shipping, duty etc. they'll prob be about the same price here.

[Unknown303]

HMm a watch I could actually afford. Interesting.... :burnout:

[rage2]

Wrist shot:

http://i1213.photobucket.com/albums/cc475/rage2amg/2dee59e3.jpg

[jaysas_63]

^ the crown is a turn off to me, i dont know if its just the picture, but it seems disproportionately large

[Unknown303]

That watch is all good. So did you look at that ones price?

What are some good online places to order watches from?

[rage2]

Another beyonder bought that watch. I'll ask him how much he paid.

edit - he thinks $350. The cheapest I found online was $345us so that's pretty close.

[JordanLotoski]

I need a decent watch....suggestions rage?

[Unknown303]

Originally posted by rage2
Another beyonder bought that watch. I'll ask him how much he paid.

edit - he thinks $350. The cheapest I found online was $345us so that's pretty close.

Where are you looking online?

[rage2]

Originally posted by JordanLotoski
I need a decent watch....suggestions rage?
You can pull this off in the $5k range.

http://niffko.com/g2data/gallery2/d/20009-2/PAM+183.JPG


Originally posted by Unknown303
Where are you looking online?
I was using google shopping as a price reference. Prices are close enough that you might as well buy it locally at Calgary Jewellery.

[Unknown303]

Might have to swing by there tomorrow and have a look around.

[Impreza]

Originally posted by rage2

You can pull this off in the $5k range.

http://niffko.com/g2data/gallery2/d/20009-2/PAM+183.JPG


I was using google shopping as a price reference. Prices are close enough that you might as well buy it locally at Calgary Jewellery.

No way, you can get a Panerai Radiomir for around $5k? If so, I will buy one tomorrow!! I always thought Panerai's were $8k+

[rage2]

Originally posted by Impreza
No way, you can get a Panerai Radiomir for around $5k? If so, I will buy one tomorrow!! I always thought Panerai's were $8k+
Yea, that's your entry level PAM.

New: http://www.gemnation.com/watches/Panerai-Radiomir-Black-Seal-PAM00183-1661.html

Used: http://forums.timezone.com/index.php?t=tree&goto=5373055&rid=0

[wildrice]

looking for an oversized watch like bell and ross or uboat..but closer to the 1-1.5k mark. Any ideas?

[Weapon_R]

Originally posted by Impreza


No way, you can get a Panerai Radiomir for around $5k? If so, I will buy one tomorrow!! I always thought Panerai's were $8k+

I'm saving up for the PAM288 and I've seen it sell for the $5-6k range new and in the 4k range used. You can definitely get an Panerai for around $5k and even much less if you wait for the right deal.

[Weapon_R]

Originally posted by wildrice
looking for an oversized watch like bell and ross or uboat..but closer to the 1-1.5k mark. Any ideas?

Maybe the SINN U1 watch would appeal to you? Not a pretty watch but they have a great reputation for being extremely reliable. Other brands you might like are WELDER or Glycine, which make good watches in your range.

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-MENS-WELDER-K24-MODEL-3300-CHRONOGRAPH-/350409560911?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item519609934f

[wildrice]

Originally posted by Weapon_R


Maybe the SINN U1 watch would appeal to you? Not a pretty watch but they have a great reputation for being extremely reliable. Other brands you might like are WELDER or Glycine, which make good watches in your range.

http://cgi.ebay.com/NEW-MENS-WELDER-K24-MODEL-3300-CHRONOGRAPH-/350409560911?pt=Wristwatches&hash=item519609934f

I like the WELDER's.. anywhere locally or online I can buy them?

[shakalaka]

Originally posted by rage2
Started noticing Eddie Jordan's watches throughout the F1 season this year, turns out he's a TW Steel Ambassador (as is David Coulthard), so the brand got TONS of TV time on BBC. Even more so than their sponsorship with Renault F1.

Was at Calgary Jewellery the other day and noticed they carried it and they look really cool in person, especially their 48mm watches. Since it's a relatively new brand, they're not retarded priced either. A better "starter" watch than the TAG Heuer F1 line IMO.

http://www.twsteelstore.com/img/700y/TW129.png

http://www.ritzwatches.com/catalog/images2/TW683.JPG

http://www.twsteelstore.com/img/700y/TW822.png

haha I love my black watches.

I absolutely love the black watches. They look very unique and stand out. That's why I love the B&R Phantom.

[rage2]

Just be careful when picking up used Panerais. There's a ton of fakes out there and are tough to spot unless you know the watches well. I would suggest only picking up a used one off timezone or watchnet, and only from sellers that have a lot of references.

[BlkWdwPrelude]

Originally posted by rage2
Just be careful when picking up used Panerais. There's a ton of fakes out there and are tough to spot unless you know the watches well. I would suggest only picking up a used one off timezone or watchnet, and only from sellers that have a lot of references.

^ I have grey market Panerai on it's way and I followed Rage's advice to the tee. Great deals can be had on TZ.

[rage2]

Originally posted by BlkWdwPrelude
^ I have grey market Panerai on it's way and I followed Rage's advice to the tee. Great deals can be had on TZ.
Nice! Post pics when you get it!

More watches... the LunaTik, convert your ipod nano into a hipster touchscreen watch.

http://www.hardwaresphere.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/tiktok-and-lunatik-watch-kit-for-ipod-nano-6g-tiktok.jpg

16647049

[89coupe]

IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Orange 2010

Ref. IW502618 - Limited Edition of 250 Pieces

The case, in stainless steel, with a black dial and orange hands and indices, measures 46mm x 15.8mm. It has an AR-coated sapphire crystal (and sapphire display back) and is water resistant to 60 meters. It featurs a black alligator leather strap with orange colored quilted stitching.

Movement is the Swiss automatic IWC in-house caliber Pellaton 51614 with 62 jewels, 21,600 vph and a power reserve of 7 days (168 hours). Functions are: perpetual calendar, perpetual moon phase display, double moon phases for the northern and southern hemispheres, and four-digit year display.



http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/iwcorange.JPG
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/iwcorange1.JPG
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/iwcorange2.JPG

[89coupe]

One for Rage's TAG collection.

TAG Heuer Monaco V4 Next Generation - Rose Gold Ruthenium and Ceramic

TAG Heuer Celebrates 150 Years of Pioneering Innovation with a 60-piece Limited Edition of its Transmission Belt-driven Monaco

The double-patented watch is nominated as “Design Watch of the Year” for the 2010 Grand Prix d’Horlogerie de Genève Awards

First unveiled at BaselWorld 2004, the double-patented MONACO V4 is the world's first watch with a high-yield mechanical belt drives and a linear rewinding system.

In this new “Next Generation” version, the case is bigger (41mm instead of 39mm) and made of polished 18kt rose gold with fine-brushed silicon nitride “ceramic” inserts.

Other rose gold components are the hand-applied faceted indeces on the dial, the minute and hour hands, the small second hand at 4 o’clock, the thermo-lacquered crown at 3 o’clock, and the strap’s folding buckle. The strap itself is a soft, large-scale alligator, with anthracite hand stitching, titanium inserts and a rubberized leather lining.

Inside, and visible through the timepiece’s AR-coated sapphire crystal front and back, the V4’s avant-garde architecture remains unchanged (tungsten ingot linear mass, two pairs of barrels in series, set in parallel and linked by belts), but the finishes have been completely revisited, with a high-resistance black ruthenium coating on the back plate and the Cotes de Geneva decorated bridges.

The black juxtaposes with the white “V4” and “TAG Heuer” engravings on the dial, and with the patented transmission and rewind white belts, now in high-contrast, high-tech white polymers exclusively developed for this version.

http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/tagv4rose.jpg
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/tagv4rose1.jpg

[Pacman]

Originally posted by BlkWdwPrelude


^ I have grey market Panerai on it's way and I followed Rage's advice to the tee. Great deals can be had on TZ.

Be careful on TZ. I've been buying/selling on that site for 15 years and have seen lots of people get scammed by smooth talking thieves. Seems to be happening more often these days........

[89coupe]

This is different.

The new Turbine XL comes in a bigger size (50mm) and in three finishes: DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) steel; titanium/DCL steel; or rose gold/DLC steel

Ref. A1050/1 and A1050/2
Movement is the Swiss automatic Perrelet caliber P-181 Double Rotor/Exclusive to Perrelet. Open-worked, black Perrelet rotor, 21 jewels, 28,800 vph and a power reserve of 40 hours.
Case Ø 50 mm / Thickness: 14.30 mm
Case material Middle part titanium, Bezel and back DLC-treated stainless steel - Anti-glare sapphire crystal (front & back)
Water resistance 5 ATM
Dial A1050/1: Black, white luminous numerals and indices,
black under dial - A1050/2: Black, orange luminous numerals and indices, orange and black under dial, Titanium turbine
Strap Natural black rubber, Titanium clasp.
MSRP is $6,000.

http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/pxl.JPG

[89coupe]

Momo Design Composito

Titanium, Ceramic, and Forged Carbon

The Composito, a technological timepiece with a complex structure, is completely decomposable, and made of precious and hi-tech materials.

The Composite’s construction is the result of an elaborate design process based on the assembly of 3 principal parts: Case, Lugs and Back frame. The independent lugs are anchored to the back frame with an innovative patented mechanism. The back frame combined with the lugs envelops the case.

The case in measures 46mm x 16mm, has an AR-coated sapphire crystal and is water resistant to 100 meters.

Movement is the Swiss automatic ETA caliber Valjoux 7750 with 25 jewels, in Soigne finish.

http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/composito.JPG

[89coupe]

I can see Jordan Lotoski wearing this watch.

Alpina Club Regulator

The case, in stainless steel, measures 44mm. It has a sapphire crystal, a display back, and is water resistant to 100 meters

Movement is the Swiss automatic Alpina caliber AL-950 with 25 jewels, 28,800 vph and a power reserve of 42 hours. It features Cotes de Geneva finish and a black rotor.

http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/alpinaregula1.JPG
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/alpinaregula2.JPG
http://people.timezone.com/jmerino/alpinaregula3.JPG

[rage2]

Good to see 89coupe posting in here again. I think ppl were starting to get sick of TAG and Hublots haha.


Originally posted by 89coupe
IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Orange 2010

Ref. IW502618 - Limited Edition of 250 Pieces
I love the IWC Perpetual Calendars. I almost bought a Da Vinci Kurt Klaus last month for a dress watch... perpetual calendar + chronograph. The used ones have been selling pretty quick ever since Michael Douglas wore one in that Wall Street sequel last month.


Originally posted by 89coupe
TAG Heuer Monaco V4 Next Generation - Rose Gold Ruthenium and Ceramic
Really sweet watch, I found out about the new Rose Gold edition through F1, of all places. TAG CEO promised Lewis Hamilton a RG V4 before it was announced if he won the championship this year. Too bad he didn't win it.


Originally posted by Pacman
Be careful on TZ. I've been buying/selling on that site for 15 years and have seen lots of people get scammed by smooth talking thieves. Seems to be happening more often these days........
Yup. Check references, make sure they have high post count, make sure they have a long history of sales, and you're good to go.

[5.0]

Originally posted by 89coupe
IWC Big Pilot Perpetual Calendar Orange 2010

Ref. IW502618 - Limited Edition of 250 Pieces




Some nice watches there, but I absolutely love that IWC!

Ive been looking at some others I'll post up in a bit...

[BlkWdwPrelude]

[QUOTE]Originally posted by Pacman


Be careful on TZ. I've been buying/selling on that site for 15 years and have seen lots of people get scammed by smooth talking thieves. Seems to be happening more often these days........ [/QUOTE


For sure I also adhere to "buy the seller then the watch"

Cheers pics up soon I really thought the Panerai packaging was small when I saw them in pictures. Totally forgot most pics were in macro
:rolleyes:

[Destinova403]

To be honest the new Movado Bold line has caught my eye lately... Start at around 350 and go up to about 500... not bad for a good quality swiss watch.

http://www.dormslate.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MovadoBold2-e1290407413660.jpg
http://www.gearculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/movado-bold.jpg

[rony_espana]

So who thinks they can pull of a PAM 341? 60mm!

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e85/rony_espana/IMG_0283.jpg

[ercchry]

hrm 60mm might be pushing it size wise, i have a 47mm on right now and the lugs are still within the width of my wrist, i think a 50mm is the largest i could go. would have to be pushin 300lbs to rock a 60mm i would think :rofl:

but even if it wasnt that big i still dont think i could pull it off, only style of pam i dont like, just damn ugly

[98type_r]

I'm wearing a 46mm and I thought that was big enough, that 60 just looks ridiculous.

[rony_espana]

Arnold can barely pull it off without looking ridiculous:

http://i37.photobucket.com/albums/e85/rony_espana/ZArnoldEgz3.jpg

[msommers]

wtf is attached to his belt :rofl:

That Alpina is a nice one

[BigMass]

IMO nothing i've seen in this thread yet beats a Rado Ceramica multifunction in terms of pure style. But of course that's just my minimalist taste.
http://www.worldlux.com/products/rado/_watch/ceramicamultifunction/fullsize2.jpg

[Pacman]

Originally posted by BigMass
IMO nothing i've seen in this thread yet beats a Rado Ceramica multifunction in terms of pure style. But of course that's just my minimalist taste.
http://www.worldlux.com/products/rado/_watch/ceramicamultifunction/fullsize2.jpg

Functionally, it's not that great. The crown is small, making it difficult to "spin" and access the different functions. The negative LCD is tough to see in anything but bright light and there is no backlight. The alarm is barely audible, especially when it's being worn.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Destinova403
To be honest the new Movado Bold line has caught my eye lately... Start at around 350 and go up to about 500... not bad for a good quality swiss watch.

http://www.dormslate.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MovadoBold2-e1290407413660.jpg
http://www.gearculture.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/movado-bold.jpg

For the Bold, I don't like that inner bezel; I think it actually ruins the clean look that a Movado is known for. But that's just me.

Nice colors though!

Now for the truly ballin':

http://www.ablogtoread.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MR-Montre-Face1.jpg

http://www.ablogtoread.com/wp-content/uploads/2010/11/MR-Profil-3-4.jpg


The Opera Time-Piece (how MR officially calls it) contains a brand new movement that is manually wound, has a tourbillon and a minute repeater. It was designed by the good people at Fabrique du Temps. Built of 319 parts, the movement is quite nice looking. I do enjoy the silicon escapement, and the combo of brass in various tones and finishes. Makes for a very rich look. While nicely conceived, it is not quite as unique as the watch case, but is still quite attractive. Power reserve is said to be in excess of 100 hours. Plus, the minute repeater plays the hours in A, and the minute in C sharp.

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Now comes the interesting part. See how the case opens up like the bellows of an accordion? This unique design feature is made to create a resonance cage/chamber to allow for the minute repeater to sound more lively.

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The price you ask? Well in Manufacture Royale's own words "just like the product - exceptional." And they aren't lying.... $1,200,000. My consumer gland just had an aneurysm.

http://www.ablogtoread.com/manufacture-royale-opera-time-piece-watch/

Most useless watch and waste of money. Enjoy. :rofl:

[s dime]

Originally posted by s dime
Bought my first "real" watch today!

http://imworld.aufeminin.com/dossiers/D20080916/hamilton-Medium-153652_XL.jpg

Hamilton Below Zero 1000M, came with a black metal strap as well.

Haven't worn this watch much, (>30 days). Looking for interesting trades. purchased at Calgary Jewellry, have both metal and plastic strap, all boxes, manuals, warranty card etc.

Mint condition!

[spiceboy]

For those of you who have bought from TimeZone in the past, how much duty did you have to pay Canadian Customs for it to be shipped over? I've also heard that watches with croc/alligator straps have problems making it across, or customs would cut the strap in half after examining it.

[rage2]

Originally posted by spiceboy
For those of you who have bought from TimeZone in the past, how much duty did you have to pay Canadian Customs for it to be shipped over? I've also heard that watches with croc/alligator straps have problems making it across, or customs would cut the strap in half after examining it.
USPS/Canada Post only charges 1/2 the time, even for a fully declared watch. I don't get it.

Croc straps are a PITA. I was told by Hublot if I travelled internationally with my croc strap, I should bring paperwork and pre-declare it at customs before my travels so I don't run into problems. Don't even wanna think about shipping one.

[benyl]

What's the deal with Alligator straps? I have them on both my Cartys and haven't been hassled.

[Supa Dexta]

Cant ya just tell them its synthetic?

[Pacman]

Originally posted by Supa Dexta
Cant ya just tell them its synthetic?

If Canada Customs opens the package, and sees the strap stamped "alligator", then they will seize it.

I once had a watch shipped with a gator strap, customs removed the strap from the watch (and put a nice scratch on the back of one lug), and sent the watch with a customs bill.

Most guys that specialize in straps won't even ship gator to Canada

[rage2]

Originally posted by benyl
What's the deal with Alligator straps? I have them on both my Cartys and haven't been hassled.
You need a special permit or something to legally import alligator/croc products. Something about endangered species list or something? I had no idea croc/gators were endangered.

If it's already imported and purchased, I was told to declare it before travelling, so that when I come back they know I'm not importing it.

Of course you usually won't have a problem. But if you come across the border and they think you're importing it (no proof that you're travelling with it), customs has been known to cut the strap up, or confiscate the watch.

[spiceboy]

Originally posted by Supa Dexta
Cant ya just tell them its synthetic?
I believe custom officers are highly trained on detecting authentic/fake products, let alone real leather vs synthetic. It's basically their words vs yours. If you can't come up with proof that the strap IS synthetic, they have every reason to snip it in half, and they'll say "Well, shouldn't cost you much to replace a synthetic strap, right?"

Benyl: I think it's hit and miss right? Some people say customs will give you less hassle if it's a complete watch set; and one may face problems if it's just the strap in the package.

Rage: This kinda sucks if customs do get anal about it. Even a "relatively" cheap Omega has croc straps. I'm interested in getting some dress watches from TZ in the future but this strap limitation might deter me from doing so.

[benyl]

Muther...

I guess I will start traveling with a wal-mart blue light special... haha

[Neil4Speed]

http://upload.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/commons/5/5b/Daytona116509.jpg

I have always had a soft spot for the Rolex Daytona (and the unique distinction of the only Rolex to truthfully catch my eye)

[rage2]

Originally posted by spiceboy
Rage: This kinda sucks if customs do get anal about it. Even a "relatively" cheap Omega has croc straps. I'm interested in getting some dress watches from TZ in the future but this strap limitation might deter me from doing so.
Gator/Croc straps can be imported, just needs paperwork. You can hire a customs broker to deal with the proper CITES permits required, or you can try and do it yourself (good luck!)

http://www.ec.gc.ca/cites/default.asp?lang=En&n=7E56589B-1

Croc/Gator straps belts, etc. are pretty much all Appendix II items, so you would need a CITES export permit from the US, accompany it with the shipment, and it'll work. It might be easy, or it might not be. Our government is kinda random haha.

[turbotrip]

Originally posted by s dime


Haven't worn this watch much, (>30 days). Looking for interesting trades. purchased at Calgary Jewellry, have both metal and plastic strap, all boxes, manuals, warranty card etc.

Mint condition!

around how much is it worth? and do u have any pics with the metal strap?

[s dime]

Originally posted by turbotrip


around how much is it worth? and do u have any pics with the metal strap?

I have it listed in the marketplace for $1000. Paid $1200 last december and have rarely worn it. List price is $1695 @ Calgary Jewellry.

I dont have pics of the metal strap, it is this style, http://www.hamiltonwatch.com/gents/khaki/navy/?id=H78555133 only black to match the rest of the watch.

PM me your email / phone number, and I can text / email you some pics.

[flipstah]

Anybody know a good repair place?

My Citizen needs some fixin' as the two small arms fell off (see 5-6 o'clock for the arms)

http://i113.photobucket.com/albums/n205/dj_flipster/IMG_1559.jpg

[Cos]

^^ Joe at sears in Chinook

[spiceboy]

On the same note (watch repair), anyone knows a good place to buff/polish (mainly get rid of minor scratches and dings) watches? Thanks.

[Pacman]

Originally posted by spiceboy
On the same note (watch repair), anyone knows a good place to buff/polish (mainly get rid of minor scratches and dings) watches? Thanks.

I would consider buying a $40 dremel tool, some polish a 3M scotchbrite pad and doing it on your own. If you take it slow, tape off the areas you don't want polished/brushed you should be fine.

Taking it to a jeweller ususally means that stick it on the buffing wheel and it will look great, but it removes a lot of metal and usually the edges wont be as sharp.

[D'z Nutz]

Originally posted by Cos
^^ Joe at sears in Chinook

+1. These guys are awesome. I took my Rolex there a few years back because it kept dying every few hours after winding it. They fixed it, buffed it, and gave me an extra 6 months warranty (total of 18 months) for no particular reason other than because they said they liked my watch. 10+ years later it's still running strong.

[Neil4Speed]

An interesting auction with a good story on a Vintage Rolex.

http://cgi.ebay.com/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&item=120652944121#ht_1138wt_1139

The comments are pretty cool as well!

[msommers]

Jeez the guy thought he'd only get 50-100 bucks for that?! What a wonderful surprise it has been for him.

[turbotrip]

i think its bullshit sales tactics

[D'z Nutz]

Holy shit, some guys seriously tried to lowball him at the beginning. Glad he held his ground.