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Enid_Puceflange
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Reminds me that I have a Luminor Power Reserve sitting in the box that I need to replace the strap on .
Panerai look good with a NATO strap ?
I’m not sure if I’m more jealous of your watch collection or your optics! ? I was about 10 mins from a new breitling this weekend before I was dragged out of the shop by the missus muttering something about the mortgage
The favourite part of my watch is the sapphire back which gives you a glimpse of the automatic workings, impossible to take a good picture of it without a proper camera and a macro lens unfortunately looks beautiful in person.
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AJWest
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Here's my daily driver, it's a bertucci A5-P with polycarbonate case, I love the simplicity of it because I can't stand watches with "busy" faces if that makes sense. The illumination is really bright which is good for when I'm on nights and I like the 4 o' clock bezel design as well, all in all for me it's perfect.
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Biggest weapon in the Arsenal. Roger Dubius Excalibur. Special occasions only. My daily wearers are an Omega planet Ocean or Tag Hueur Carrera at the moment.
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Smiling-Dutchman
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I was very close to become a watchmaker (and am now working as a clockmaker for a big London Museum).
Aside from a £15,- watch I use at airsoft, I have 3 watches, 2 from Argos that cost me £10,- and £15,- respectively and which I use to make sure all the clocks are on time, and a good mechanical watch I don't usually wear.
As I work with some very old and probably quite valuable clocks and watches on a daily basis, I don't really care about owning expensive watches, I'd love to own a Patek Philippe some day, but maybe after I've won the lottery (and then first stop myself from buying a better car and spending the rest on RIF'S)
Aside from a £15,- watch I use at airsoft, I have 3 watches, 2 from Argos that cost me £10,- and £15,- respectively and which I use to make sure all the clocks are on time, and a good mechanical watch I don't usually wear.
As I work with some very old and probably quite valuable clocks and watches on a daily basis, I don't really care about owning expensive watches, I'd love to own a Patek Philippe some day, but maybe after I've won the lottery (and then first stop myself from buying a better car and spending the rest on RIF'S)
Didn't see the watch thread..
These are the two I wear the most, trusty Vostok amphibia for when it's dirty and possibly scratchy and a 116900 Air King for when it's not.
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These are the two I wear the most, trusty Vostok amphibia for when it's dirty and possibly scratchy and a 116900 Air King for when it's not.
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Mad-Al
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I only just found this thread.
An unusual collection from me, in chronological order:
From bottom to top as I'm still getting used to this site.
Firstly a Tag Heuer Edge prototype rebuilt by RLT, my dad got this for himself for £50 and decided it didnt suit him so he gave it to me and that was 16 years ago.
The dial, hands and strap are all custom that i had installed when i had the movement upgraded and crown restored last year.
Secondly is my hamilton ventura auto that i picked up as a promotion treat a few years ago, i love it and have never seen anyone else wearing one.
Next is my seiko sarb 017 alpanist which i actually managed to pick up for rrp by some miracle, the strap is made from old military parachute and rifle webbing.
Then we have my only digital a casio ga2100 which i got lucky on and picked up for rrp, the lume on it sucks but it looks cool.
And finally the watch in my display picture, the SKX 007 i made myself.
The dial is custom its made from solid meteorite with gold markings and super luminova, the build was inspired by my 2 favorite watches a skx 007 and a black bay 58 and honestly i dont think it could have gone better.
I also wear it on a mesh bracelet which looks awesome!
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An unusual collection from me, in chronological order:
From bottom to top as I'm still getting used to this site.
Firstly a Tag Heuer Edge prototype rebuilt by RLT, my dad got this for himself for £50 and decided it didnt suit him so he gave it to me and that was 16 years ago.
The dial, hands and strap are all custom that i had installed when i had the movement upgraded and crown restored last year.
Secondly is my hamilton ventura auto that i picked up as a promotion treat a few years ago, i love it and have never seen anyone else wearing one.
Next is my seiko sarb 017 alpanist which i actually managed to pick up for rrp by some miracle, the strap is made from old military parachute and rifle webbing.
Then we have my only digital a casio ga2100 which i got lucky on and picked up for rrp, the lume on it sucks but it looks cool.
And finally the watch in my display picture, the SKX 007 i made myself.
The dial is custom its made from solid meteorite with gold markings and super luminova, the build was inspired by my 2 favorite watches a skx 007 and a black bay 58 and honestly i dont think it could have gone better.
I also wear it on a mesh bracelet which looks awesome!
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Johnyboy1976
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Had a lovely omega sea master , got it back in 1997 for my 21st. However my delightful ex wife gave it to the bloke she was shagging whilst i was out in Afghanistan back in 09. Gutted as was gift from my grandparents and they died not long before i deployed.
Hope to get another but prices have shot up dramatically since i got that one
Hope to get another but prices have shot up dramatically since i got that one
Shamal
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Feel ya pain fella.
When I separated from my first wife, back in the mists of time,she got rid of all my collectable stuff ☹
Hope you get another ?
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Alimcd
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My wife surprised me with this on my 30th. The only times it comes off my wrist is bed, bath and game day
In return, she’s got a little Longine now.
Sometimes, the Bond theme plays in my head when I check my wrist
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Edit- bloody cat has torn up the rug again. That’s bit of rug all over the carpet...
In return, she’s got a little Longine now.
Sometimes, the Bond theme plays in my head when I check my wrist
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Edit- bloody cat has torn up the rug again. That’s bit of rug all over the carpet...
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Shamal
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Nah I think it's rabbit droppings. Do you let a rabbit run loose over the house?
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Alimcd
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My wife wants a second pet, we’re seriously considering a giant rabbit
I’m bracing myself for the poo
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leadly
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Oooooh I do love a nice shiney watch!
Here's my offering! Had it 4 years now and still love it!
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Here's my offering! Had it 4 years now and still love it!
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Enid_Puceflange
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The Sea Dweller is a fcuking heavy monster (the genuine item)
I got rid of mine and replaced it with a GMT II Batman back in 2015
Probably the best decision and investment I ever made.
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Which one? The 16610 is fine, the Deep Sea Seadweller is just silly, the SD43 is actually a nice, big watch
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