Nice Watches

[statick]

Hey guys,

I understand that it is best to go to an authorized service center for higher end timepieces, but that's not necessarily case with lower end watches.

Does anyone know of a local place that can work on Seikos, Citizens and the like? Has anyone had any experience with Watch Warehouse on 32 Ave NE or Swiss Watch Clinic on 14 St?

In specific, I'm looking to, perhaps, have some movement work done, source spare parts for & make changes to proprietary bracelets and definitely have pressure tests done to confirm water resistance.

Thanks very much!

[Weapon_R]

Unless it's a particularly valuable seiko/citizen, you would be better off buying a new one. I can't think of many seikos or citizens that cost more than $500, and many watchmakers will charge at least half of that just to service the movement alone, plus the cost of parts if it needs any.

If it's a valuable watch and worth the cost of service, check out Joe in Chinook. He's always eager to help, and if he can't, he'll suggest someone who can.

[justin.mah]

Go to Kong's Watch Clock and Jewelry

627 1st SW
Tel: (403) 262-8283.

I believe a full servicing will cost $125-$150, depending on the watch and complexity.

I know he sells tonnes of Seiko watches.
And I know he's serviced real JC and Patek Phillipe tourbillon watches, so this guy SHOULD be able to help you.


Originally posted by statick
Hey guys,

I understand that it is best to go to an authorized service center for higher end timepieces, but that's not necessarily case with lower end watches.

Does anyone know of a local place that can work on Seikos, Citizens and the like? Has anyone had any experience with Watch Warehouse on 32 Ave NE or Swiss Watch Clinic on 14 St?

In specific, I'm looking to, perhaps, have some movement work done, source spare parts for & make changes to proprietary bracelets and definitely have pressure tests done to confirm water resistance.

Thanks very much!

[statick]

Originally posted by Weapon_R
Unless it's a particularly valuable seiko/citizen, you would be better off buying a new one. I can't think of many seikos or citizens that cost more than $500, and many watchmakers will charge at least half of that just to service the movement alone, plus the cost of parts if it needs any.

If it's a valuable watch and worth the cost of service, check out Joe in Chinook. He's always eager to help, and if he can't, he'll suggest someone who can.

Agreed, though the Seiko and Citizen in question have retail values reasonably higher than $500.

What is the name of Joe's business in Chinook Centre? Thanks.

Justin.mah, thanks for the suggestion, I'll check the place out in a week or two

[shakalaka]

Originally posted by msommers



Kind of a noob...was is VAT and do we have to pay it?

VAT = Value Added Tax

Britain/Europe uses that, equivalent to our GST. Only need to pay that if you live in a territory where VAT is applicable.


Does anyone know where I can get a ceramic watch bracelet tightened? I went to the Bay and they said they don't work on ceramic watches any more cause of their liability issues. They'll have to send it away for 2 weeks or so. I have a new Armani ceramica watch that I wanna get sized.

[Pacman]

Originally posted by statick




What is the name of Joe's business in Chinook Centre? Thanks.



He has the repair store inside the Sears.

[flipstah]

Originally posted by statick
Hey guys,

I understand that it is best to go to an authorized service center for higher end timepieces, but that's not necessarily case with lower end watches.

Does anyone know of a local place that can work on Seikos, Citizens and the like? Has anyone had any experience with Watch Warehouse on 32 Ave NE or Swiss Watch Clinic on 14 St?

In specific, I'm looking to, perhaps, have some movement work done, source spare parts for & make changes to proprietary bracelets and definitely have pressure tests done to confirm water resistance.

Thanks very much!

Joe from Sears brought my Citizen back to life. Highly recommend him!

[Xamim]

Came in today. My first automatic watch. Not as insane as some of the watches you guys own, but I still like it. A watch with all the features that I wanted would have cost over $500, which is a bit too much for me right now. So I started crossing things off the list, and came up with this Seiko.

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4907.jpg?t=1297811914

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4899.jpg?t=1297811914

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4909.jpg?t=1297811914

[statick]

Originally posted by Xamim
Came in today. My first automatic watch. Not as insane as some of the watches you guys own, but I still like it. A watch with all the features that I wanted would have cost over $500, which is a bit too much for me right now. So I started crossing things off the list, and came up with this Seiko.

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4907.jpg?t=1297811914

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4899.jpg?t=1297811914

http://i1177.photobucket.com/albums/x341/Max_y/IMG_4909.jpg?t=1297811914

Solid choice. What were all your desired features, out of curiousity? I'm sure we'd all love to contribute to your search, retroactive as it may be:D

[Sugarphreak]

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[taemo]

thanks Weapon_R :thumbsup:

http://img510.imageshack.us/img510/145/img1152v.jpg

my small collection of watches.
http://img263.imageshack.us/img263/6267/img8163is.jpg
no plan on adding anymore.

[Cos]

Originally posted by taemo
thanks Weapon_R :thumbsup:


Cocksucker :poosie:

[RNB11]

Most of Guess watches are nice. :)

[Weapon_R]

Originally posted by Cos


Cocksucker :poosie:

hahah Cos when I see a deal on one I'll let you know...

[DAGO]

http://cdn2.iofferphoto.com/img/item/173/519/235/IHbZlT8PPLLgoTx.jpg


I rock this.

[rage2]

Originally posted by DAGO
http://cdn2.iofferphoto.com/img/item/173/519/235/IHbZlT8PPLLgoTx.jpg


I rock this.
Are you from Jersey? lol

[Pacman]

Originally posted by rage2

Are you from Jersey? lol

Dude, his username is "Dago" :rofl:

[Xamim]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak

Nice watch!

Thank you.


Originally posted by statick

Solid choice. What were all your desired features, out of curiousity? I'm sure we'd all love to contribute to your search, retroactive as it may be:D

Thanks. Most of the other watches I looked at were the higher end automatic chronos etc. Then I realized that I won't be timing anything. Also, since this is my daily watch, I don't really need a power reserve indicator. Maybe in a few years I'll pick up a new watch with all the cool things that I will rarely use hahah.

[shakalaka]

I just got this one, the white version.

http://www.masculin.com/images/news/2141/emporio-armani-ceramica-montre.jpg

Yea..yea Rage's Jersey comments aside, I just wanted a ceramic watch to see what they were all about.

Now I need a place that would remove a couple of links for me. Took it to the Bay they straight out refused working on ceramic watches, apparently they send it away for 2 weeks now.

[Pacman]

Originally posted by shakalaka
I just got this one, the white version.


Yea..yea Rage's Jersey comments aside, I just wanted a ceramic watch to see what they were all about.

Now I need a place that would remove a couple of links for me. Took it to the Bay they straight out refused working on ceramic watches, apparently they send it away for 2 weeks now.

What holds the bracelet together, is it split pins, pin and collar or screws?

If it's split pins or pins/collars, I've got the tool to do it (It's nothing fancy, but does the trick) which will push the pins out. I've got the short and the long draft pins (usually for Omega watches).

So, if you want to give it a shot yourself, you are more than welcome to try it out. I prefer to size my own bracelets vs letting some dingbat at the shop put scratches on it.

[syeve]

Originally posted by kaput
Anyone know a good place to shop for G-Shocks in Calgary?

I would shop on amazon.com - The prices in calgary are retarded for g-shocks. I found an atomic solar g-shock for $110 delivered online, in calgary it was above 200 everywhere I found it.

[shakalaka]

Originally posted by Pacman


What holds the bracelet together, is it split pins, pin and collar or screws?

If it's split pins or pins/collars, I've got the tool to do it (It's nothing fancy, but does the trick) which will push the pins out. I've got the short and the long draft pins (usually for Omega watches).

So, if you want to give it a shot yourself, you are more than welcome to try it out. I prefer to size my own bracelets vs letting some dingbat at the shop put scratches on it.

I used to do my watches before myself, but this one seemed a little complicated. However after I read your message I got inspired to have a look at it again and figured it out. I had some tools lying around and all so they were sufficient. It was a weird pin, like I've never seen before. A normal long pin but had a cover sort of thing that it clicks in the middle. So I had to place the cover in the middle part put the link together and basically shove the pin through it and it tightens at the middle cover part which you place inside the middle part of the link.

Probably all confused Haha But anyway I got it. Thanks for your offer though, appreciate it.:thumbsup:

[kaput]

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[syeve]

I usually just look for the sellers that offer international shipping on the .com site. Thy have the newer models and usually work out to about 50-60% off.

[dexlargo]

^I just bought a Seiko Monster (great value for a watch I'm not afraid to scratch and bang up since I only paid $200) on the US Amazon and I agree it's important to check out the shipping options - one of the stores was 10 dollars more than the cheapest, but they offered free shipping to Canada. So that 10 dollars more actually made it cheaper all in than the cheapes, or any of the Canadian sellers. They also marked it as a gift and I didn't have to pay duty. I didn't ask or expect them to do that, but it was nice to not have to pay extra.

I also adjusted the bracelet myself and it was more difficult than I expected - it has the pin/collars and using makeshift tools it wasn't too easy, but I got there eventually.

[kaput]

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[lint]

Here's a great site if you're looking at the used market for watches
http://elitedealseeker.com/index.cgi?category=watches

[syeve]

Originally posted by kaput
With shipping/potential duty

I'm sure there are some exceptions, I always check .ca before I buy. Also, to date, I have not paid any duty on watches. (5 purchased)

[sl888]

I am really liking this Hamilton. Gonna drop by Calgary Jewellery soon.
http://www.hamiltonwatch.com/gents/american_classic/timeless_classic/?id=H40686335

[almerick]

Just got this guy for my birthday, not as ballin as other watches posted but I like it. I have a super small wrist...

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae299/almerickw/DSC_0165.jpg

http://i981.photobucket.com/albums/ae299/almerickw/DSC_0166.jpg

[Godfuader]

Breitling Chrono Avenger. Finally got this over Christmas. It is huge and heavy (44mm, 100.2g). Picture shows size in comparison to an Infiniti M45 steering logo.

http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/8140/photoxyr.jpg

[flipstah]

Originally posted by Godfuader
Breitling Chrono Avenger. Finally got this over Christmas. It is huge and heavy (44mm, 100.2g). Picture shows size in comparison to an Infiniti M45 steering logo.


Holy shit, that's a big face. IMO, only a select people can pull off huge watches and it works for you.

My puny wrists however... :rofl:

On a sidenote, does anyone have recommendations if I'm interested in buying vintage watches? eBay has cheap ones but it's notorious for having fakes.

[G-Suede]

Originally posted by flipstah
IMO, only a select people can pull off huge watches and it works for you.
http://img33.imageshack.us/img33/8140/photoxyr.jpg

Are we looking at the same picture? It's 44mm and dwarfs his wrist. :rofl:

[Unknown303]

Yeah 44mm isn't that big of a crown.....

[lint]

Originally posted by Unknown303
Yeah 44mm isn't that big of a crown.....
bezel

[flipstah]

Originally posted by G-Suede



Are we looking at the same picture? It's 44mm and dwarfs his wrist. :rofl:

Haha really?! I thought it looks well-proportioned... I say a picture with the hand would settle this.


Originally posted by Unknown303
Yeah 44mm isn't that big of a crown.....



Originally posted by lint

bezel

A 44mm crown is hella big yo. You'll need Hulk hands for those lol

[Godfuader]

Originally posted by G-Suede
Are we looking at the same picture? It's 44mm and dwarfs his wrist. :rofl:
My wrist is at an odd angle so it looks completely massive. I definitely could not pull this off on short sleeves without it looking like a wall clock. Here is another pic:

http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/3861/photo2us.jpg

The specs: Sapphire Diameter: 44mm Thickness: 17.6mm Weight: 100.2g

[jaysas_63]

Originally posted by Godfuader

My wrist is at an odd angle so it looks completely massive. I definitely could not pull this off on short sleeves without it looking like a wall clock. Here is another pic:



The specs: Sapphire Diameter: 44mm Thickness: 17.6mm Weight: 100.2g

i give it a thumbs up on his wrist:thumbsup:

last photo did look awkward tho

[ICEBERG]

Originally posted by Godfuader

My wrist is at an odd angle so it looks completely massive. I definitely could not pull this off on short sleeves without it looking like a wall clock. Here is another pic:

http://img198.imageshack.us/img198/3861/photo2us.jpg

The specs: Sapphire Diameter: 44mm Thickness: 17.6mm Weight: 100.2g

I don't wear my SA anymore. I like my Chronomat Much better, in size and comfort. I will still keep it in my collection though. I love the look of it.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn222/icegberg70/IMG_0787.jpg

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn222/icegberg70/IMG_0794.jpg

[ICEBERG]

My chronomat gets most wrist time of all my watches. That's why i shrunk my watch collection in size.

http://i305.photobucket.com/albums/nn222/icegberg70/IMG_0800.jpg

[shakalaka]

I like watches with big faces and I have a couple. I think they suit my wrists pretty well.

[taemo]

anyone heard of Lum-Tec before?
http://www.lum-tec.com/
I'm impressed at how bright the dials can be

http://upload.pbase.com/image/132699308/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/bigconig/image/131054507/original.jpg

http://www.pbase.com/bigconig/image/131054508/original.jpg

[xrayvsn]

Yes, I posted a picture of my M26 on page 82.

http://i139.photobucket.com/albums/q318/xrayvsn_sti/DSC_1421.jpg

Friend of mine has the LZ5.

[Unknown303]

I want a Lum-Tec watch in a bad way. :drool:

[Sugarphreak]

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[rage2]

http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/93.jpg

Finally, after what 6 months?

[kenny]

Isn't that watch already part of your collection? Thought I saw it in the watch collection picture you posted a few pages back.

:dunno:

[rage2]

Point it out. (asshole)

:rofl:

[kenny]

oh shit, my bad the stripes are a different color.

[rage2]

Floating dial/movement, suspended in the case by micro shock absorbers, able to withstand a 2400ft drop:
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/94.jpg

Back of the Calibre 36 movement:
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/95.jpg

[ScCab]

Sweet watch rage. Not balling like you but i just got this a few days ago

[spike98]

Originally posted by rage2
Floating dial/movement, suspended in the case by micro shock absorbers, able to withstand a 2400ft drop

My fucking god....that watch is amazing. I want one.

[kaput]

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[Sugarphreak]

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[LongCity]

For the guys picking up the Lum Tecs, are you guys getting them locally? And prices?

[lint]

Originally posted by LongCity
For the guys picking up the Lum Tecs, are you guys getting them locally? And prices?

Wrist Weapon, Tony is great to deal with. They're the canadian distributor out of Richmond.

check this thread http://forums.beyond.ca/st/321491/buying-a-watch-online-/

[ICEBERG]

Originally posted by rage2
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/93.jpg

Finally, after what 6 months?

Hi Rage,

Calgary Jewellery suppose to call me when that watch came in. Was this the only one they had? Maybe you took mine.:D

[rage2]

I ordered it before you. You're getting the 2nd one which isn't here yet. :)

I also picked up the grey vintage Monaco cal11. Apparently that was in 3 weeks ago and they forgot I wanted it! Lucky for me, nobody picked it up.

[boarderfatty]

Originally posted by Sugarphreak


Crazy design!

So.... it sure must be tempting to test that claim!

I don't understand this claim, if it could handle a 2400ft fall couldn't it handle a 5000ft fall as well since it should have reached terminal velocity fairly quick so no matter what height you drop it from it will hit the ground at the same speed?

[awolxxx]

omg! that is a sexy watch rage and one of my grail watches that I'll never get (way out of my price range) :(

I'll just admire yours from afar.

[rage2]

Originally posted by boarderfatty
I don't understand this claim, if it could handle a 2400ft fall couldn't it handle a 5000ft fall as well since it should have reached terminal velocity fairly quick so no matter what height you drop it from it will hit the ground at the same speed?
I must've gotten the numbers wrong, my bad. It's a 20ft drop at 24g's, or something like that. There's a 24 in there somewhere!

Better wrist shot:

http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/96.jpg

[rage2]

Monaco 1133G re-edition:

http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/97.jpg

http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/98.jpg

http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/99.jpg

[89coupe]

So do you order a new watch every month? LOL

[ICEBERG]

$hit rage.... I am heading down to Calgary Jewellery tomorrow. I am all jealous now. Here goes the credit card..Damn you rage...:D ;)

[rage2]

PM me, lemme know when you're there, I'll try and stop by with the 24.

[Pacman]

I'm not a huge Tag fan, but that Monaco re-issue is really nice. It looks identical to the original version, unlike some of the recent "re-issues".

Does that case have a light grey PVD on it? I seem to recall they had PVD when the re-issue was first announced.

[kaput]

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[flipstah]

Originally posted by kaput
This probably won't impress too many people in this crowd, but I'm looking forward to its arrival:


It's the first watch I've bought in probably 5 years.

WTF not impressed.... G-Shocks are ALWAYS awesome! I love their sturdy design and extensive gadgetry. My aunt swears her life to G-Shock and Baby-G's because it's of vital use to her as an ER nurse.

Great stuff, these things. :thumbsup:

[rage2]

Originally posted by Pacman
I'm not a huge Tag fan, but that Monaco re-issue is really nice. It looks identical to the original version, unlike some of the recent "re-issues".

Does that case have a light grey PVD on it? I seem to recall they had PVD when the re-issue was first announced.
Yea, they ended up releasing it as stainless steel, so only the prototypes had the darker grey finish. TAG realized it was too difficult to produce in the numbers that they were issuing.

It's actually quite a bit different than the original:

http://www.watchestobuy.com/images/HeuerMonaco1133gs.JPG

Case is from the current Cal 12 Monaco's, so the size is different. Subdial are completely different, as are the hands. The chrono pushers are also different, with the re-issue uses the current Cal 12 monaco pushers.

The best re-issue that TAG has put out is the Silverstone, which is damn close to the original. It's too bad nobody cares for the Silverstones. Calgary Jewellery has both the blue and brown Silverstone sitting in it's display case since the summer. I offered to buy one when they first came in but they refused to discount it at all because it was supposedly super high demand since it was so close to the original. Now, every dealer that has 'em is offering big discounts on 'em, but still no takers. I've lost interest in that one.

[ICEBERG]

Originally posted by rage2
PM me, lemme know when you're there, I'll try and stop by with the 24.

Stuck at work today Rage. :( I am going to head down soon as i get some free time here.

Quick question? Did they give you a good deal on the 24. I tried them too budge a little on it which they did but not much.. How did you do?

I really like that Monaco re-issue.. Very classic..:thumbsup:

[flipstah]

Just bought this bad boy on eBay! Best Offer accepted.

Can't wait to get it around my wrist. *squeal*

http://imgs.inkfrog.com/pix/markchristiangreen/021011_012.JPG

Rage, are the Monaco's heavy? They look hefty with that square face.

[rage2]

Originally posted by Phenix
I've also been trying to find that Orient Sti watch.

http://www.sti.jp/e/news/2010/10051.html

can't seem to find them anywhere online so far
How serious are you on this watch? Because I might have an opportunity to get one...

[sl888]

I was offered 25% off the watch I want w/o asking. Should I ask if the price can be lowered a little more or is that discount pretty good?

[sCream]

Looking to finally buy a decent watch. I've always loved the Omega Speedmaster Pro's and Tag Heuer Carrera.. is it possible to get any of the two for $1000ish used?

[Pacman]

Originally posted by sCream
Looking to finally buy a decent watch. I've always loved the Omega Speedmaster Pro's and Tag Heuer Carrera.. is it possible to get any of the two for $1000ish used?

You might find a Carrera for $1,200 in beat up shape. You probably won't find a Speedy pro for that much.

I've got a beat up one that I just listed for sale on the watch forums, and have an offer of $1,500. Mine doesn't have any boxes or papers so it's probably one of the lowest priced ones out there

[Sugarphreak]

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[adamc]

I have a tag carrera that I might consider selling, not going to be anywhere near the $1000 mark though.

It's turning out to be a little too big for my little girl wrists. :cry:

[shox]

How confident are you guys when is comes to purchasing watches on eBay? I'm just browsing around eBay for my first Tag Heuer and don't want to be ripped off for a fake watch. I'm not too familiar with watches, I just love the mechanics behind everything so I wouldn't know if I ended up with a fake or not.

I'm speaking more of the watch vendors on eBay such as this one (authenticwatches*com). Seems legit to me, good rating so I would assume it's good enough to buy from him.

[statick]

Originally posted by shox
How confident are you guys when is comes to purchasing watches on eBay? I'm just browsing around eBay for my first Tag Heuer and don't want to be ripped off for a fake watch. I'm not too familiar with watches, I just love the mechanics behind everything so I wouldn't know if I ended up with a fake or not.

I'm speaking more of the watch vendors on eBay such as this one (authenticwatches*com). Seems legit to me, good rating so I would assume it's good enough to buy from him.

AuthenticWatches.com is a legitimate grey-market retailer. Meaning to say that the watch will be authentic and will come in its original packaging, though it will not carry the manufacturer's warranty. Does anyone have an idea whether grey-market pieces come with a chronometer certificate?

Happy shopping! By the way, which Tag Heure are you considering?

[flipstah]

Originally posted by shox
How confident are you guys when is comes to purchasing watches on eBay? I'm just browsing around eBay for my first Tag Heuer and don't want to be ripped off for a fake watch. I'm not too familiar with watches, I just love the mechanics behind everything so I wouldn't know if I ended up with a fake or not.

I'm speaking more of the watch vendors on eBay such as this one (authenticwatches*com). Seems legit to me, good rating so I would assume it's good enough to buy from him.



Originally posted by statick


AuthenticWatches.com is a legitimate grey-market retailer. Meaning to say that the watch will be authentic and will come in its original packaging, though it will not carry the manufacturer's warranty. Does anyone have an idea whether grey-market pieces come with a chronometer certificate?

Happy shopping! By the way, which Tag Heure are you considering?


IMO, I would stick to authorized retailers for the expensive stuff. Even though I have faith in the quality, I like having the comfort of being to get it fixed on warranty, especially if you spent triple to quadruple digits on it.

If it's <$200 or the savings is really big that you can't pass on it, then go for it and always look for positive feedback. :)

[BlkWdwPrelude]

Originally posted by rage2
http://www.virgeweb.com/rage2/tag/93.jpg

Finally, after what 6 months?

Just getting back from Vegas a AD in Palazzo I think was asking $10.9k.

Care to comment if this price was inflated compared to what you paid Rage? Not asking exact figure just ballpark.

Cheers.

BTW the watch looks ridiculous in person.

[rage2]

Originally posted by shox
I'm speaking more of the watch vendors on eBay such as this one (authenticwatches*com). Seems legit to me, good rating so I would assume it's good enough to buy from him.
AuthenticWatches is legit. Buy from their website, it's cheaper than ebay.


Originally posted by statick
AuthenticWatches.com is a legitimate grey-market retailer. Meaning to say that the watch will be authentic and will come in its original packaging, though it will not carry the manufacturer's warranty. Does anyone have an idea whether grey-market pieces come with a chronometer certificate?
For COSC watches it will come with the certificate. There aren't that many TAGs with COSC certification.


Originally posted by flipstah
If it's &lt;$200 or the savings is really big that you can't pass on it, then go for it and always look for positive feedback. :)
For a $5000 retail watch, you save around $1k buying it from AW vs a dealer @ 20% discount.


Originally posted by BlkWdwPrelude
Just getting back from Vegas a AD in Palazzo I think was asking $10.9k.

Care to comment if this price was inflated compared to what you paid Rage? Not asking exact figure just ballpark.
That's the MSRP on the watch, it's the same across Canada and US now.

I didn't pay retail. That's all I'll say. :)

[RX_EVOLV]

if you buy from websites like jomashop or AW, what kind of shipping/custom/duty are you looking at?

[Phenix]

Originally posted by rage2

How serious are you on this watch? Because I might have an opportunity to get one...

Here's hoping one comes through.

Thanks!

[shox]

Originally posted by statick
Happy shopping! By the way, which Tag Heure are you considering?

Was looking at some of the Carreras they have. Also interested in rage2's Monaco but I think it might be out of my price range.

I'm debating whether to just purchase from Calgary Jewelers and build a relationship with them or just stick with buying it online and "possibly" saving a bit more. I'm sure this won't be the last Tag I own haha!

[ICEBERG]

I find Calgary Jewellery prices better than online prices. But then again i get a great deal from them. I would stick with an AD then go online. Good luck.

[shox]

Originally posted by ICEBERG
I find Calgary Jewellery prices better than online prices. But then again i get a great deal from them. I would stick with an AD then go online. Good luck.

What's an AD?

[Cos]

^ authorized dealer

[statick]

Rage, seeing as you know your Heures, I've a questions for you, as well as any other members who care to contribute. Is the, now discontinued, Aquagraph an ISO 6425 certified Diver's Watch or is it a luminescent, highly water-resistant, mechanical watch with a unidirectional bezel and screw-down crown? I've confirmed with a company representative that all Aquaracers fall into the latter category but they weren't sure about the Aquagraph.

The help is much appreciated!

[rage2]

The Aquagraph wasn't ISO 6425 certified either. Although it's discontinued, it's not THAT old, and you should still be able to pick one up new.

[sl888]

Originally posted by RX_EVOLV
if you buy from websites like jomashop or AW, what kind of shipping/custom/duty are you looking at?
x2
I just found my watch on AW for a lot less than what I just paid today at Calgary Jewellery. Hmmm I wonder if they'll give me my deposit back

[rage2]

When buying from AW, you pay for shipping, GST (5%) and Duty (5% I think, or 5.2%? Somewhere around there).

What watch did you buy from Calgary Jewellery?

[statick]

Originally posted by rage2
The Aquagraph wasn't ISO 6425 certified either. Although it's discontinued, it's not THAT old, and you should still be able to pick one up new.

Thanks for the quick response!

Does anyone have an idea as to which higher-end, as in not Seiko, Citizen, Orient, Pulsar or Casio, watches are ISO 6425 certified, besides the Panerai Luminor Submersibles?

I'm in the process of find out about the Jaeger LeCoultre Master Compressor Diving models and am trying to find the right person to chat with about the IWC Aquatimers.

Most Sinns and Breitlings are built to similar in-house standards, but in the case of Breitling, I think the anti-shock standard may be a tad skimped.

Any Omega Seamaster bearing the word "Professional" on the dial is supposedly ISO 6425 compliant, but the Speedmaster Professionals have the same inscription and I'm certain they're not certified. So I'm a little sceptical here, especially when the recent somewhat dodgy quality control is taken into account. Any of you have experience with a post-Bond Seamaster Professional or Planet Ocean?

A Rolex Sea-Dweller is another choice, but again, I can't get a firm word from anyone about the ISO 6425 compliance. Though with the reputation of being bullet-proof, I may just snap and pick up one if I see the right deal!

If anyone knows of some other solid diver's watches which are built in accordance with ISO 6425, please let us know!

[Pacman]

Originally posted by statick




Any Omega Seamaster bearing the word &quot;Professional&quot; on the dial is supposedly ISO 6425 compliant, but the Speedmaster Professionals have the same inscription and I'm certain they're not certified. So I'm a little sceptical here, especially when the recent somewhat dodgy quality control is taken into account. Any of you have experience with a post-Bond Seamaster Professional or Planet Ocean?


In the case of Omega (and probably most other Swiss watch companies), whenever you see "Professional" on the dial, it's all marketing gimimick. The Speedy got "professional" on the dial after Omega figured out Nasa was using the watches and it has nothing to do with any sort of ISO standards.

Please post the results of your research, as I'm curious to know. I'm willing to bet very few of the big brand names actually expect their watches to be used for real diving. I'm sure "real divers" use $200 digital wrist computers and the guys buying the expensive watches are fantasizing about being James Bond while sitting at the desk.

[statick]

Originally posted by Pacman


In the case of Omega (and probably most other Swiss watch companies), whenever you see &quot;Professional&quot; on the dial, it's all marketing gimimick. The Speedy got &quot;professional&quot; on the dial after Omega figured out Nasa was using the watches and it has nothing to do with any sort of ISO standards.

Please post the results of your research, as I'm curious to know. I'm willing to bet very few of the big brand names actually expect their watches to be used for real diving. I'm sure &quot;real divers&quot; use $200 digital wrist computers and the guys buying the expensive watches are fantasizing about being James Bond while sitting at the desk.

Agreed, I use a Suunto Zoop as my primary bottom timer & depth gauge and have a Citizen Promaster Aqualand and G-Shock Frogman as my secondaries.

That being said, I like the idea of taking the occasional dive with a nice high end watch. Not to mention, ISO strandards usually mean a very robustly built timepiece, not to say that it is required for something to be bullet-proof (Sinn U-Series and perhaps the Rolex divers are a good example of that).

So far, the only one I've confirmed is Panerai, but I'm hoping to find out more. I'm also trying to get in touch with a Ulysse Nardin representative.

[austic]

Originally posted by statick


Agreed, I use a Suunto Zoop as my primary bottom timer &amp; depth gauge and have a Citizen Promaster Aqualand and G-Shock Frogman as my secondaries.

That being said, I like the idea of taking the occasional dive with a nice high end watch. Not to mention, ISO strandards usually mean a very robustly built timepiece, not to say that it is required for something to be bullet-proof (Sinn U-Series and perhaps the Rolex divers are a good example of that).

So far, the only one I've confirmed is Panerai, but I'm hoping to find out more. I'm also trying to get in touch with a Ulysse Nardin representative.
I agree, my dive computer is my primary bottom timer and an aqualand as my secondary. I thought about taking a high end watch diving till my DM found a nice little Rolex on the reef at 130ft...... poor bastard whoever lost that watch.

[kJUMP]

Originally posted by ICEBERG
I find Calgary Jewellery prices better than online prices. But then again i get a great deal from them. I would stick with an AD then go online. Good luck.

i just bought black on black tag heuer Monaco chronograph from authentic watches and was really pleased with their service. was at my house within 3 days, paid tax and duty on the amount that YOU wish to claim... watch is solid and they provide the warranty, not TH. saved coupla hundred on the best offer that calgary jewellers gave me, although they're great and it woulda been nice to buy from them to build the relationship for future purchases.

overall, really satisfied with the tag - it's an awesome high quality "entry level" watch when compared to the bigger brands, but perfect for me!

[rage2]

Authentic Watches has really poor warranty work from what I read. If anything goes wrong under the 1 year period and they work on it, it'll take forever and sometimes come back with new problems. It's prob a better idea to have it fixed locally with a good watch guy and pay for it yourself than to send it back to AW.

Congrats on your Monaco, now let's see some wrist shots!

[89coupe]

Whats with all these IT guys making $500K plus a year? What the duece?

Apparently its the profession to be in to afford a $5k watch every month, drive $100k vehicles & live in million dollar homes.

Investment bankers got nothing on IT guys...LOL

I knew I should have stuck with IT.
:banghead:

[Cos]

Originally posted by rage2
Authentic Watches has really poor warranty work from what I read. If anything goes wrong under the 1 year period and they work on it, it'll take forever and sometimes come back with new problems. It's prob a better idea to have it fixed locally with a good watch guy and pay for it yourself than to send it back to AW.

Congrats on your Monaco, now let's see some wrist shots!

Lets assume you buy from AW knowing about the warranty. How are they otherwise. They have some really good deals in their 50 - 70% off section.

Are they all new?


Dont know how much you know about these, just seems that you have experience.