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

[mimo]

Well it won't make the cut for the brochure, but I like it because it looks "real". Makes me want to pick up the watch and, well, steal it, actually...

 

[Cleav]



Haven't had anything to contribute to the thread in awhile, but now I thought I would post my latest acquisition. I've been trying to acquire this for 2 years, but always ended up spending my watch money on something else...

For some the chase is all. However, sometimes the realisation of an acquisition is better than that sense of not having or the anticipation of owning a beautiful thing.

Great choice

Congratulations H, wear in good health

 

[Dandy Wonka]

How about this one? It given to me by my best mate - the son of a "colourful racing identity" and it was his dad's favourite watch. If the watch could talk it would have a lot of interesting stories about crime figures that are household names for most Aussies.

The watch is a solid 24K gold block made in Switzerland in the 80's. The brand is "Century". It seems to be a one-off because I have been unable to find out any information about it. Even when I got it valued they couldn't find out anything.

I love it because it is so old school and the original owner was like a second father for me.

 

[Coldcava]

Going on a complete non-sequitor here, but anyone seen this before?

 

[HRoi]

Is that a pancake?

 

[Coldcava]

I looked it up, and I believe the chairman of Hublot watches also makes cheese as an aside.

Apparently it's not sold and he only gives it away as gifts.. Came through my twitter feed - apparently gifted to former Tour de France Champion Cadel Evans.

 

[Dino944]

Haven't had anything to contribute to the thread in awhile, but now I thought I would post my latest acquisition. I've been trying to acquire this for 2 years, but always ended up spending my watch money on something else...

Congrats! Its probably one of the easiest to use world time watches and its a great movement. Its movement is the basis of the VC Overseas Dual Time and AP RO Dual Time. Great find, I greatly prefer the original design over revised version. Congrats again and acquiring a really great watch!

Going on a complete non-sequitor here, but anyone seen this before?

I've gotten chocolates from VC, and from watch dealers, but I've never seen cheese from a watch company or dealer.

 

[no frills]

Haven't had anything to contribute to the thread in awhile, but now I thought I would post my latest acquisition. I've been trying to acquire this for 2 years, but always ended up spending my watch money on something else...

Two words: Awe. Some.

 

[patrick_b]

I often wear my Seamaster on the nylon NATO style straps. I've grown fond of the ZULU straps from Military Watch Resource/MWR. However, I really wanted to try a leather ZULU but didn't want to spend a lot. In the event I didn't like it, it would be a small investment.

I found a dealer via WUS located in Stockholm and ordered a couple. They arrived very quickly and were very inexpensive, ranging from $15-$25 each. The $15 Nato is very thin and doesn't seem like it would last, though I can't comment on durability just yet. The Zulu (pictured) is on their distressed leather and is thicker and feels much more substantial. At $25 I'm quite pleased. The hardware feels just like the US Made Nato/Zulu straps. A google search for 'cheap nato straps' will link to the Sweden based dealer.

 

[dddrees]

I often wear my Seamaster on the nylon NATO style straps. I've grown fond of the ZULU straps from Military Watch Resource/MWR. However, I really wanted to try a leather ZULU but didn't want to spend a lot. In the event I didn't like it, it would be a small investment.

I found a dealer via WUS located in Stockholm and ordered a couple. They arrived very quickly and were very inexpensive, ranging from $15-$25 each. The $15 Nato is very thin and doesn't seem like it would last, though I can't comment on durability just yet. The Zulu (pictured) is on their distressed leather and is thicker and feels much more substantial. At $25 I'm quite pleased. The hardware feels just like the US Made Nato/Zulu straps. A google search for 'cheap nato straps' will link to the Sweden based dealer.

That looks pretty good for only $25. I wouldn't mind getting something like that for my Red Sub.

 

[in stitches]

patrick_b, that looks excellent.

lol cheese. GET ME DAT CHEDDAH!


we bought an 18k YG tiffany mark power reserve yesterday. i really like it. pics laters.

 

[Hayward]

After going through a bunch of leather NATO straps I've decided to put an HD alligator on my Sub and leave it.

I've come to the conclusion that leather NATO straps just don't work. The thick ones look ridiculous, and won't work on many watches, certainly not a Sub. I must say it does not work very well for the Seamaster above either. Meanwhile, Leather thin enough for a decent looking NATO strap simply won't last over time.

 

[dddrees]

After going through a bunch of leather NATO straps I've decided to put an HD alligator on my Sub and leave it.

I've come to the conclusion that leather NATO straps just don't work. The thick ones look ridiculous, and won't work on many watches, certainly not a Sub. I must say it does not work very well for the Seamaster above either. Meanwhile, Leather thin enough for a decent looking NATO strap simply won't last over time.

You might be right, however.I'd be interested to see some pictures if you wouldn't mind sharing. Of the HD alligator that is.

 

[Hayward]

Actually it should be HR (Hadley Roma) Alligator. The Sharknado store is out of HD Alligators. I'll post pics when the strap arrives.

 

[no frills]

Merry Christmas (or Happy Holidays for those who don't celebrate Christmas) my TWAT brothers (and lurker sisters)!