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

[no frills]

On a totally other note, very happy new owner of a new 116520 (and she came in black). Thanks to Dino for the excellent write-up a short while ago.
She is dead accurate. I saw her and she smiled back at me. That was that.

CONGRATULATIONS!

PICS!

 

[no frills]

Remember Fok's "under $1k" watch competitions? I bet you "TWAT Masters" do. Well regardless of what you might have said then, or felt like saying, here's a simple question:

"What is, in your view the best watch of any kind, that can be had easily for $1000 or so, new or mint used?"

N.B. I have plans to buy one. So your answers will probably be wrong.

I am unqualified to answer this question...

 

[bkotsko]

My first thoughts are:
Weiss Field watch
Sinn 556

 

[mimo]

+9% variance allowed.

Mechanical. Yes.

ONE, DAMMIT!

 

[mimo]

I am unqualified to answer this question...

LOL! I did wonder what your take on this might be...

 

[DeSense]



CONGRATULATIONS!

PICS!

Thanks! Really chuffed, an instant favourite. Admittedly, she is still partly wrapped in plastic.

 

[sinnedk]



Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Damasko DA36

I am strongly considering one on the new bracelet for well under $2k

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Looks very modern, i'd opt for a rubber or metal bracelet.

Is watch made of titanium or is it just the finish?

 

[Mr. Moo]



Looks very modern, i'd opt for a rubber or metal bracelet.

Is watch made of titanium or is it just the finish?

Damasko manufactures their own steel, which is 7x harder than stainless (typical steel used in watches).

http://www.damaskousa.com/technology-watchcase.asp

 

[Dino944]

On a totally other note, very happy new owner of a new 116520 (and she came in black). Thanks to Dino for the excellent write-up a short while ago.
She is dead accurate. I saw her and she smiled back at me. That was that.

Congrats and I'm glad that my write up was helpful to you. The Daytona is a great addition to any collection.

Thanks!

Really chuffed, an instant favourite. Admittedly, she is still partly wrapped in plastic.

Great photo, I'm also a big fan of the BMW 3.5CSL "Batmobile" model that you have your Daytona resting on. Great car and a great watch!

 

[DeSense]

Thanks, Dino. You know your cars. The Batmobile is one of my favs of the 70s.

Pic sucks a bit, was a quick op with my cellphone. Will try my luck shortly with a decent rig, incl. macro lens.

 

[Hayward]



No, it's not a one watch question.  It's a one watch now question.  This is TWAT.

And so far, two most learned men have failed to nail "one watch", without caveats.  To be fair though, you did start without equivocation, and I certainly didn't see that coming?  Er..a what?!

(*looking*)

Alright alright alright,... In which case the Stowa Marine Auto polished, and it's heavily discounted now:

https://www.stowa.de/lshop,showdeta...marine,marineautdatum,1,Tshowrub--marine,.htm

 

[Hayward]

 

[jbarwick]

Alright alright alright,... In which case the Stowa Marine Auto polished, and it's heavily discounted now:

https://www.stowa.de/lshop,showdeta...marine,marineautdatum,1,Tshowrub--marine,.htm

Stowa would be my thought as well. Hard to choose one watch from them so I will leave it with just the brand. I am partial to the Antea KS 41 as it has a small seconds that sits lower on the dial.

 

[Ejirardo]

Just Picked Up - JLC Master Ultra Thin - 41mm. Hope to wear this true understated classic for many years.

 

[Shouldaville]

A little embarrassed to put it in this thread, but since the topic was under $1k new, why not. $400 SARB065 for fun. Sorry for the cheesy tree shot...indoor photo wasn't that good.