SCgarman Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 52 minutes ago, Frozen North said: It is for sure an “F” You have a watch that will continue to increase in value. Guaranteed 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mrmessy Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 On 2/27/2019 at 8:24 AM, MountainMilG said: We had a good relationship with our local jeweler (they made my wife's rings and my ring) went on their list for my sub, and once we were "ready" they hemmed and hawed a bit. We went on several other lists, but then our AD came through after about 2 months. Ironically, on our honeymoon in Israel I saw my exact sub in the case at the Waldorf in Jerusalem we stayed at. So if you want to fly to Israel there's at least one to be had? lol. I was willing to wait, and even wait past the day (it's her wedding gift to me), so I didn't care, but if you're willing to be flexible and keep an eye on rolexforums you can probably see where things come in. I've seen way more of the gold daytonas in my travels the last year or so than subs, but I have seen bluesy's, and I haven't seen gmt in the wild in a while now - years. I have an iPhone, but personally hate how the apple watch looks. I wore a fitbit for awhile, but rotated back to mechanicals. To me they are different things for different places, but I think many these days (I'm in my 40's) don't have a problem dressing up with an apple watch (personally not my thing) and don't see the point in spending thousands on a mechanical watch. interesting options. travel overseas or buy the less popular stainless/gold combinations. i guess i'll be sitting on the waitlists w/ fingers crossed until i make a trip overseas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobbs Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 i’m not surprised there are some super-nice watches in this thread. this is mine, at work and just took the pic: sinn 556 on bracelet, and i wear it everyday. -dobbs 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
slowsmoke Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 5 minutes ago, dobbs said: i’m not surprised there are some super-nice watches in this thread. this is mine, at work and just took the pic: sinn 556 on bracelet, and i wear it everyday. -dobbs I love Sinn. Always been on my short list. I’m signed up for the local WatchBuys road show next week Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
1fastmach1 Posted March 1, 2019 Share Posted March 1, 2019 Wow, that is super cool!Lovely piece! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDB Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 Another simple, old school three-hander: 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dobbs Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 44 minutes ago, slowsmoke said: I love Sinn. Always been on my short list. I’m signed up for the local WatchBuys road show next week nice, i wanted to go to the one here in the bay, but it was my brother’s birthday. they sound like a good opportunity to see a bunch of models. i really want an ezm-13, probably soon. -dobbs Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HDGSN Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 23 hours ago, NYgarman said: Do you realize mint condition ones like yours are fetching over 20K USD ?? Especially with flat "4" bezels. What letter does the serial number start with? Is it an "F" or "Y"? I spy a F serial number sticker on the box. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frozen North Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 58 minutes ago, HDGSN said: I spy a F serial number sticker on the box. Yup, it’s an “F” Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phlee Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 Glad to see this thread has picked up again! Last year was a lucky year in watches and I managed to get hold of one of these. Haven’t taken it off since! 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 13 hours ago, RDB said: Another simple, old school three-hander: Portofino? Looks old. Neat. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Joshtupps Posted March 2, 2019 Popular Post Share Posted March 2, 2019 Latest edition to the family, Rolex 116710 BLNR. 8 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDB Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 1 hour ago, BrightonCorgi said: Portofino? Looks old. Neat. It’s an 854 from the mid ‘60s. One of the first really good automatic movements, designed by Albert Pellaton. I like the super clean aesthetic. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Frozen North Posted March 2, 2019 Share Posted March 2, 2019 On 3/1/2019 at 1:07 PM, NYgarman said: You have a watch that will continue to increase in value. Guaranteed Well, maybe I’ll sell it then. If it can fetch that kind of money. I’ll never wear it anyway. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post El Presidente Posted March 20, 2019 Author Popular Post Share Posted March 20, 2019 We had my dads gold Omega Seamaster refurbed and serviced. He has worn it pretty much every day. He bought in in 1963 13 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RDB Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 16 minutes ago, El Presidente said: We had my dads gold Omega Seamaster refurbed and serviced. He has worn it pretty much every day. He bought in in 1963 Now that is my kind of watch. I had a similar steel Seamaster from the late 50s that belonged to my grandpa... until some b*****d stole it in the mail. Anyway, nothing looks better with smart evening dress than a watch like that. But it can also be worn with jeans. Classy, beautiful! Maybe Di should wear it? 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester21 Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 great watch wish i still had my stsinless example Speaking of stainless Zi picked up this beauty on a trade yezterday 2016 year model green gmt hand and some green GMT marking Like new and price was right considering. I had sworn off Rolex in favor of an all AP collection but i had to have this one. My lpermanent vacation from Tolex lasted exactly 4 months 4 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted March 20, 2019 Share Posted March 20, 2019 2 hours ago, Winchester21 said: great watch wish i still had my stsinless example Speaking of stainless Zi picked up this beauty on a trade yezterday 2016 year model green gmt hand and some green GMT marking Like new and price was right considering... GMT is a useful feature. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Winchester21 Posted March 22, 2019 Share Posted March 22, 2019 i have ownrd every Rolex in the product line at one time with the exception of the Yacjhmaster and the Milglass I keep going back to the GMT master. Wears on my wrist a little better than the sub and has truly usefil fratures particulary if u travel. Great watch 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 I saw a neat stainless steel watch, but what caught my eye is they said they apply a .03 micron "clear pvd coating" on the watch. Is this normal with stainless watches? https://creuxautomatiq.com/product/diamondback-ca-07-pre-order/ Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted March 27, 2019 Share Posted March 27, 2019 7 hours ago, BrightonCorgi said: I saw a neat stainless steel watch, but what caught my eye is they said they apply a .03 micron "clear pvd coating" on the watch. Is this normal with stainless watches? https://creuxautomatiq.com/product/diamondback-ca-07-pre-order/ It is common. PVD (physical Vapor Deposition) or DLC (Diamond Like Carbon) coatings have been around for decades. If you see a stainless steel watch that is black, that's a PVD coating. DLC coating are better than PVD, harder and better wear resistance. 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 3 hours ago, Fuzz said: If you see a stainless steel watch that is black, that's a PVD coating. DLC coating are better than PVD, harder and better wear resistance. I am familiar with the coatings on colored watches, but clear? I have family that does these coatings in Switzerland, but to me it seems odd to have it clear. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MD Puffer Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 On 2/26/2019 at 7:35 AM, Winchester21 said: late 60sVietnam rea seikos are some of the most underated and underpriced watches in existance Especially considering what it took to get some of them back home... 2 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Fuzz Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 5 hours ago, BrightonCorgi said: I am familiar with the coatings on colored watches, but clear? I have family that does these coatings in Switzerland, but to me it seems odd to have it clear. Probably using a silicon oxide coating, if it is to be clear. Not really that odd. Lots of things get coated nowadays. If you've ever been around metals that are exposed to the elements (eg marine fixtures, car wheels, light fixtures, etc), a lot of them do have a coating to increase wear resistance and corrosion. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
BrightonCorgi Posted March 28, 2019 Share Posted March 28, 2019 4 hours ago, Fuzz said: Probably using a silicon oxide coating, if it is to be clear. Not really that odd. Lots of things get coated nowadays. If you've ever been around metals that are exposed to the elements (eg marine fixtures, car wheels, light fixtures, etc), a lot of them do have a coating to increase wear resistance and corrosion. I have a Titanium watch that is coated, so maybe not so uncommon then. I think that watch they may have added some tint to it. As an aside, that watch I put in the link is pretty sharp, no? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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