Wristwatch collectors out there? - Page 21

BengalMan · 01-27-2010, 12:17 PM

Yeah he was in the luming business before making watches. Agreed, some models are close to Panerai's and IWC's, however others are very unique. I plan on reserving his 2010 M22 Tungsten hand wind model come March. It's looking to be a real beauty and will feature an ETA 6498-1 decorated movement which is a very nice movement. I love the font that's being used on it as well.

Another company making nice watches is Steinhardt out of Germany. Their pieces are similar to some of IWC's.

My next watch related purchase is going to be the new Diver Pro II strap that Breitling just came out with for my Heritage 46. It's much cleaner than the Diver Pro that spells out Breitling really big all over it. After that, I'm taking it easy for a while.

s15driftking · 01-27-2010, 12:56 PM

Just came in, U-boat hommage... Love it, its huge! 50mm

wayner123 · 01-27-2010, 01:02 PM

Congrats on the new watch. That movement looks very odd. Can you get a clearer macro of it?

s15driftking · 01-27-2010, 02:09 PM

^^^

wayner123 · 01-27-2010, 02:18 PM

Thank you, but that's not the exact one in your watch. What I really want to see is the gold weight on the opposite end of the dagger. Yours seems to be countersunk. If that is the case, that is the first Asian 6497 I have seen with this.

mosesbotbol · 01-28-2010, 07:55 AM

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Originally Posted by wayner123

Thank you, but that's not the exact one in your watch.

The beveled edge on the smaller sprocket is different between both images as well.

BengalMan · 01-28-2010, 09:37 AM

Almost looks like the 6497 in the OP's watch has been modified. For what reason I don't know?

01-30-2010, 02:08 PM

I just spent my cigar budget for Feb on a Seiko Black Monster with the metal band rather than that rubber one.

01-30-2010, 05:40 PM

I have a couple....Doh! I have issues.

WildBlueSooner · 01-31-2010, 06:06 AM

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Originally Posted by stirwood

I have a couple....Doh! I have issues.

Im jealous...nice collection!

mosesbotbol · 01-31-2010, 08:51 AM

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Originally Posted by stirwood

I have a couple....Doh! I have issues.

Looks like a pawn shop's watch display!

What are some of your most cherished timepieces in there? It's hard for me to see what is what.

02-06-2010, 02:46 PM

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Originally Posted by stirwood

I have a couple....Doh! I have issues.

02-01-2010, 08:00 PM

Its hard to belive, but my favorite watch is a 20 year old Timex Triathalon that I wear every day to work. That watch has been so faithfull that I just wear it and never worry about it getting banged up or scratched. I have a 24K gold watch that was given to me for 25 years of service at the Post Office, but I never wear it, I don't want to get scratched. My favorite dress watch is a Roots, its my second one from that company, I just like the way they look and feel.

s15driftking · 02-07-2010, 12:54 PM

gotcha, thats the only place Ive ever seen them. I wondered whether or not there was a real vendor.

02-07-2010, 10:59 PM

I finally pulled the trigger on an Orient.

https://www.orientwatchusa.com/watch.php?id=87

Lucky_Hippo · 02-08-2010, 08:12 AM

Thought I'd post this deal here for the watch guys. ((I am in no way associated with BB@B)

While running around yesterday I ran into a deal at Bed Bath and Beyond where they had 8 piece watch boxes with glass top and lock for under 15 bucks. I picked up a few and while they arn't absolute top quality, they are extreamly nice for 15 bucks. Leather bound and will hold watches up to 43-44mm preaty easily.

Happy hunting!

eber · 02-08-2010, 08:55 AM

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Originally Posted by Darrell

I finally pulled the trigger on an Orient.

https://www.orientwatchusa.com/watch.php?id=87

I have had my eye on a similar one (white dial) for a while, congrats on the purchase

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky_Hippo

Thought I'd post this deal here for the watch guys. ((I am in no way associated with BB@B)

While running around yesterday I ran into a deal at Bed Bath and Beyond where they had 8 piece watch boxes with glass top and lock for under 15 bucks. I picked up a few and while they arn't absolute top quality, they are extreamly nice for 15 bucks. Leather bound and will hold watches up to 43-44mm preaty easily.

Happy hunting!

I might have to pick up one of those, I have to return something there today anyways. Thanks for the heads up

02-08-2010, 09:56 AM

Does anyone know a place to get a decent watch winder that will hold a couple of watches?

I looked online and they're over $100.

Lucky_Hippo · 02-08-2010, 10:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Darrell

Does anyone know a place to get a decent watch winder that will hold a couple of watches?

I looked online and they're over $100.

Hey Darrell,

I'd check ebay, and craigs list to try and catch a deal. From what little I know about watch winders, the cheaper models usually only have a single "speed" setting and tend to get kind of loud over time.

Just something to think about if you plan on placing one on your nightstand etc...

02-08-2010, 11:03 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Lucky_Hippo

Hey Darrell,

I'd check ebay, and craigs list to try and catch a deal. From what little I know about watch winders, the cheaper models usually only have a single "speed" setting and tend to get kind of loud over time.

Just something to think about if you plan on placing one on your nightstand etc...

Thanks. What is a reasonable price for one? I don't need anything to fancy and frankly I don't care about how noisy it is, I keep my watches in my living room on my desk.

01-27-2010, 12:17 PM	#1
BengalMan Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ian Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,280 Trading: (10)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Yeah he was in the luming business before making watches. Agreed, some models are close to Panerai's and IWC's, however others are very unique. I plan on reserving his 2010 M22 Tungsten hand wind model come March. It's looking to be a real beauty and will feature an ETA 6498-1 decorated movement which is a very nice movement. I love the font that's being used on it as well. Another company making nice watches is Steinhardt out of Germany. Their pieces are similar to some of IWC's. My next watch related purchase is going to be the new Diver Pro II strap that Breitling just came out with for my Heritage 46. It's much cleaner than the Diver Pro that spells out Breitling really big all over it. After that, I'm taking it easy for a while.

01-27-2010, 12:56 PM	#2
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Just came in, U-boat hommage... Love it, its huge! 50mm __________________ diamonds/guns

01-27-2010, 01:02 PM	#3
wayner123 Country Gentleman Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 2,351 Trading: (159)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Congrats on the new watch. That movement looks very odd. Can you get a clearer macro of it? __________________ 'It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.'

01-27-2010, 02:09 PM	#4
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? ^^^ __________________ diamonds/guns

01-27-2010, 02:18 PM	#5
wayner123 Country Gentleman Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: Deltona, FL Posts: 2,351 Trading: (159)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Thank you, but that's not the exact one in your watch. What I really want to see is the gold weight on the opposite end of the dagger. Yours seems to be countersunk. If that is the case, that is the first Asian 6497 I have seen with this. __________________ 'It is an honor for a man to keep aloof from strife; But every fool will be quarrelling.'

01-28-2010, 09:37 AM	#7
BengalMan Have My Own Room Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Ian Location: Cincinnati, OH Posts: 1,280 Trading: (10)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Almost looks like the 6497 in the OP's watch has been modified. For what reason I don't know?

01-30-2010, 02:08 PM	#8
Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I just spent my cigar budget for Feb on a Seiko Black Monster with the metal band rather than that rubber one.

02-01-2010, 08:00 PM	#13
The Postman Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Its hard to belive, but my favorite watch is a 20 year old Timex Triathalon that I wear every day to work. That watch has been so faithfull that I just wear it and never worry about it getting banged up or scratched. I have a 24K gold watch that was given to me for 25 years of service at the Post Office, but I never wear it, I don't want to get scratched. My favorite dress watch is a Roots, its my second one from that company, I just like the way they look and feel.

02-07-2010, 12:54 PM	#14
s15driftking Go Browns! Join Date: Nov 2008 First Name: Bobby Location: Columbus Ohio Posts: 2,763 Trading: (16)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? gotcha, thats the only place Ive ever seen them. I wondered whether or not there was a real vendor. __________________ diamonds/guns

02-07-2010, 10:59 PM	#15
Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I finally pulled the trigger on an Orient. https://www.orientwatchusa.com/watch.php?id=87

02-08-2010, 08:12 AM	#16
Lucky_Hippo A Cigar = 42 Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Gary Location: Kansas Posts: 494 Trading: (2)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Thought I'd post this deal here for the watch guys. ((I am in no way associated with BB@B) While running around yesterday I ran into a deal at Bed Bath and Beyond where they had 8 piece watch boxes with glass top and lock for under 15 bucks. I picked up a few and while they arn't absolute top quality, they are extreamly nice for 15 bucks. Leather bound and will hold watches up to 43-44mm preaty easily. Happy hunting! __________________ Who wants an orange whip? Orange whip? Orange whip? Three orange whips. -J.Candy

02-08-2010, 09:56 AM	#18
Darrell Guest Posts: n/a	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Does anyone know a place to get a decent watch winder that will hold a couple of watches? I looked online and they're over $100.