The Watch Appreciation Thread (Reviews and Photos of Men's Timepieces by Rolex, Patek Philippe, Brei

[Hirsh]



Keith--

That is a seriously awesome strap. That looks so, so good.

I agree, but I've just ordered from France a handmade alligator strap for my GRAFF watch which will top that!!

Fully bespoke so I don't know when I'll get it, but it cost a fortune and has to last a long time!(watch on black shiny crocodile that it came with ATM but I wanted a special strap - it's one of my many birthday presents to myself!!!)

 

[kaizo]

@ stitches Must... Resist... Asking... ><

 

[in stitches]



@ stitches Must... Resist... Asking...

I WONT REVEAL TEH SECRETZ!!!!

 

[no frills]

KEITH - crazy nice strap! 'Grats on the pickup!

ellsbebc - looking forward to the pics!

 

[no frills]

BLUE LUME.

Or BLUME for short.

 

[Newcomer]

Hey JB--funny you should say that about the Speedmaster. To be completely honest, I actually purchased my Speedy Pro sight unseen. I bought it kind of because it made sense at the time. And I really, really do not think I would have bought it at an AD.

However, after having it for the last year and a half or so, I could not imagine being without it! I adore my Speedy Pro. It is not very assuming, and it definitely is not the sexiest thing out there. But it is reliable, and it it has been a great companion. It is also one of the best designed chronographs, aesthetically speaking (imho). I understand it not speaking to everyone though! Side by side against your Batman, I really don't think it would hold a candle. It really is one of those watches you have to own to fully appreciate.

As for the new SD4000--I absolutely love it so far.

The side by side pics between the SD4k and the Sub are really interesting. I am surprised to see how much larger the Sub looks, in comparison.

I will have to seek the SD4k IRL before making my final judgment. For me, it really is going to come down to how thick it is / how it wears.

But all in all, I think it is really, really a great watch. I wonder how the fully graduated bezel will look in the flesh. The only aspect I am reticent about is the bezel, particularly the odd markings.

Also, Frillz, congrats on the greensy! Looks very cool! And I love the blue lume... it really is awesome.

 

[mimo]

Frilly, that actually makes me salivate for some reason.

"Jules Verne"

Deliciousness! I saw that on the 323 at the dealers'. It's the most magnificently luxurious thing. I'm sure it cost a pretty penny, and equally sure it's worth it. I think it looks even better on your watch with the simpler dial. It's so lovely it's almost a shame to wear it, like a new pair of expensive suede loafers. But so, so lovely. Congratulations.

I agree, but I've just ordered from France a handmade alligator strap for my GRAFF watch which will top that!!

Those are some mighty big words right there! Can't wait to see the product - panda? Is it panda? Please let it be panda!

A staple in any watcher collector's arsenal. It can be a polarizing subject in regards to which model to own.

Sounds like we're back to the Speedy again...looking forward to the reveal.

 

[Hirsh]

...

Frilly, that actually makes me salivate for some reason.

Deliciousness!  I saw that on the 323 at the dealers'.  It's the most magnificently luxurious thing.  I'm sure it cost a pretty penny, and equally sure it's worth it.  I think it looks even better on your watch with the simpler dial.  It's so lovely it's almost a shame to wear it, like a new pair of expensive suede loafers.  But so, so lovely.  Congratulations.


Those are some mighty big words right there!  Can't wait to see the product - panda?  Is it panda?  Please let it be panda!


Sorry I don't get it!

 

[culverwood]

Finally scratched the Ultra Thin itch

Sorry about the poor camera phone photo

 

[mimo]

Congrats! Possibly the bestest Reverso IMHO - solid on the back, steel, true to its tradition. And the perfect size. Well kopped, sir! Did I see this in Wempe's window a couple of days ago?

 

[culverwood]

No I bought it from the JLC boutique in London. I was originally looking for the Ultra Thin Douface Bleu but the only one they had had been sold that morning. I might still have gone for the Ultra Thin it is just so simple and "thin".

Mind you the Master Ultra Thin Jubilee is a cracker too.

 

[Newcomer]



No I bought it from the JLC boutique in London. I was originally looking for the Ultra Thin Douface Bleu but the only one they had had been sold that morning. I might still have gone for the Ultra Thin it is just so simple and "thin".

Mind you the Master Ultra Thin Jubilee is a cracker too.

Congratulations! The Reverso Ultra Thin works incredibly well on your wrist. Both classic and modern at the same time.

Look forward to hearing your wearing experiences.

 

[Newcomer]

Want a new strap for my Speedy. Don't want to wait for CF (or pay that much). So probably going to pick something up from Leffot or Hodinkee. Any ideas?

Also, I put my Speedy on a cheap leather strap I found. Damn this watch looks good on a strap. I am sold.

And since this is Styleforum...

 

[tifosi]



Want a new strap for my Speedy. Don't want to wait for CF (or pay that much). So probably going to pick something up from Leffot or Hodinkee. Any ideas?

Also, I put my Speedy on a cheap leather strap I found. Damn this watch looks good on a strap. I am sold.

Spoiler

And since this is Styleforum...

The Speedy was made for a strap. That was the only way I'd wear mine.

Leffot is supposed to be rolling out some new grain leather straps soon. Was supposed to be yesterday, but I haven't seen them on the site. May be worth checking out.

Nice Dovers!

 

[jbarwick]

@Newcomer I love the Speedy in your pics. As you said it is very organized dial even with 3 subdials. I did not like the look of the 2 subdial Speedy's with a day counter @ 6 o'clock. I think if the crystal sat flatter I may like the watch more but a guy at the AD said the chrono hand sits level with the bezel so it is easier to see the elapsed time. It makes sense.