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

[in stitches]

i much prefer the IWC of the 2. i think it has a much cleaner and classic look.

 

[Cant kill da Rooster]

You might want to check out the Zenith Pilot as an alternative to the one above. Much closer in appearance to the IWC although maybe not as iconic.

 

[RogerP]

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Agreed. The slightly dressier Zenith Captain chrono might also be an option given that his other watch is a black dial dive watch.

 

[TC (Houston)]



2 watch weekend Most of the week was this though:

Spoiler: Warning: Spoiler!

Switching it up to this today

Outstanding pair there.

I love the look of the Sub on Mrs. TC. Was kinda on the fence about subs before, but now...

Haha, she wears it well for sure. Thanks!

 

[bourbonbasted]



For example, below is (published!) advice from the IWJG for Exhibitors for security concerns at their events. Wonder what fun things Patek asks from their ADs and/or local offices to put together to secure collections like the one they displayed yesterday...

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http://www.iwjg.com/EXHIBITOR-security.shtml
Exhibitor Security

All IWJG shows feature heavy security for our members. Nevertheless, jewelry robberies are always a serious threat: many in our industry have been robbed, especially while traveling. So in the interest of safety, please follow our tips for protecting yourself and your valuables. We will prevail as a group!
Use our Security Services

[COLOR=0066CC]Contact our office[/COLOR] to use any of these inexpensive IWJG services, exclusively for members:

• Armed escort guards. When arriving and (especially) when leaving shows.
• Brinks shipping for your merchandise. When possible, ship rather than carry your merchandise. Smaller dealers use UPS.
• Brinks insurance at shows.

General Tips

1. Travel with other dealers. The more the safer. Change your travel plans to work this out.
2. Never be alone. Don't let yourself get anyplace that will make it easy for them to use a gun.
3. Get insurance! You can afford it. The alternative is financial disaster. ([COLOR=0066CC]See our insurance tips.[/COLOR])
4. Don't put your life's work in one bag. Don't try to carry too much!
5. Don't underestimate the crooks.
   • They know each of us.
   • They are organized with teams in every major city.
   • They work every jewelry, coin, and antique show in America. We are just another payday for them.
   • Don't believe they get lucky when they steal a bag. It's what they do for a living!
   • It can happen to you.

If You Drive

1. Do not stop for gas. Tank up before the trip.
2. Do not stop for food. Avoid restaurants and drive-ins, even with large groups.
3. Do not stop to fix a flat tire. Just drive on the rim.
4. Do not stop if your car is hit. The other driver may be a dangerous criminal: this is a common scam that uses two cars.
5. Do not stop, period.
6. Use valet service, if you must park. Stay out of garages.

If You Fly

1. Hire a cop to escort you through airport security. Do not go through security alone. The X-ray machine is a prime spot to lose your bag!
2. Keep your bag with you at all times. Don't put it down, even for one second. Keep it on your shoulder, with a hand on it.

In The Hotel

1. Do not leave valuables in the hotel room. The thieves have keys too.
2. Do not trust your life savings to the hotel lobby with only one person on duty at four o'clock in the morning.

Other Travel Tips

1. Do not put down your bag in the restroom. (Better to wear adult diapers than lose your life savings.)
2. Avoid alcohol unless your valuables are securely locked up.
3. Do not share a taxicab.
4. Do not let anyone open a door for you.

This list is ridiculous. Riding on rims after a flat, leaving the scene of an accident, wearing adult diapers?! They make it seem like you have to be James Bond to survive a trade show. I understand there is a lot of money and (accordingly) a lot of theft, but this list has to have some edge of humor to it.

 

[DerekS]

saturday started with this

and finished with this

finally have a panerai back in the collection. 29M...rerelease of the old 29. now...onto more straps!

 

[TC (Houston)]

Fantastic, that dial on the PAM is very cool. Nice shoes too.

 

[DerekS]

thanks TC! most everyone hates the camo del toros.

this is the first panerai I've owned with the tuxedo dial....on the wrist it pretty much just looks black until the light catches it. Pretty fun piece!

 

[Flake]

Ooo, center seconds tuxedo dial. Nice 29!

 

[DerekS]



This list is ridiculous. Riding on rims after a flat, leaving the scene of an accident, wearing adult diapers?! They make it seem like you have to be James Bond to survive a trade show. I understand there is a lot of money and (accordingly) a lot of theft, but this list has to have some edge of humor to it.

quite tongue in cheek.

 

[luvmalik]

hey thx everyone for advice. gone ahead with pam 183. getting the delivery on 2nd april.

cnt wait

 

[luvmalik]



Very cool mode...compliments.

thx

 

[DerekS]



hey thx everyone for advice. gone ahead with pam 183. getting the delivery on 2nd april.

cnt wait

great choice. you'll love it.

 

[luvmalik]

hublot getting a lot of wrist time

 

[luvmalik]

what are the forum's views on richard mille and urwerk.

just came across these brands now and they seem to have become very popular.

views?