Wristwatch collectors out there? - Page 84

hammondc · 03-28-2015, 07:11 AM

Ball makes very nice stuff.

mosesbotbol · 03-28-2015, 07:23 AM

Ball is sold all over the place in Singapore. Hardly see a store in US that sells them, but out there it is common as Tissot or TAG. Pretty cool watches. There's some nice finishing details. The displays have a dark section so you can see diodes working.

Pilon · 03-28-2015, 08:11 AM

Love my Ball Hydrocarbon Ceramic XV

RWhisenand · 03-28-2015, 09:05 AM

Ball makes some nice watches, their Hydrocarbon and Engineer lines are my favorite. Don't own one but I certainly admire them.

mosesbotbol · 03-28-2015, 09:48 AM

They have a dive watch with a similar bracelet to the current Brietling Super Ocean style which is very comfortable. The watch was cheap too; like 1K USD. Great buy.

DBall · 03-29-2015, 07:03 AM

Put the vintage on a new black Ball leather strap... I like this combo a lot with the blend of old and new...

Remo · 04-14-2015, 09:55 PM

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Wanted a new work watch, this Maratac GPT-2 is inbound

Remo · 04-17-2015, 07:43 PM

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This showed up today, nice work watch

Blueface · 05-06-2015, 01:32 PM

Islands, jewelry, bad mix.
This came back on board the ship on my wrist today.

mosesbotbol · 05-06-2015, 01:52 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Islands, jewelry, bad mix.
This came back on board the ship on my wrist today.

Very nice. Is that the auto or quartz?

I've been looking for a Navitimer Quartz for some time. A buddy had one years ago and it looks just like the Auto for less money.

Blueface · 05-06-2015, 03:10 PM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

Very nice. Is that the auto or quartz?

I've been looking for a Navitimer Quartz for some time. A buddy had one years ago and it looks just like the Auto for less money.

Automatic.
They had a great deal, 24 month same as cash interest free financing.
Bit the bullet.........and the gun.........and anything else around.
Darn free Heineken bottles did me in.

mosesbotbol · 05-06-2015, 03:56 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Automatic.

Nice. That is a model that will last you a long time. The Bentley Breitling (and the like) are not going to be the style for long.

High end brands are scaling down the diameter just as fashion houses are toning down logos on their bags, etc... Asian market, especially Chinese are preferring the more conservative styling and they are the driver's seat for both trends. Just as well; I don't want a pocket watch on my wrist.

If you ever get to Grenchen Switzerland, the Breitling plant is really cool looking.

dijit · 05-06-2015, 03:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Islands, jewelry, bad mix.
This came back on board the ship on my wrist today.

Breitling is the one watch I will own as soon as I think I can afford it. Have always really liked them.

Blueface · 05-06-2015, 09:23 PM

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Originally Posted by dijit

Breitling is the one watch I will own as soon as I think I can afford it. Have always really liked them.

In my case, 24 months, same as cash, I can afford it.

RWhisenand · 05-08-2015, 09:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Islands, jewelry, bad mix.
This came back on board the ship on my wrist today.

Very nice, I bought a new watch this year so I'm done for awhile. When I next purchase a watch it will either be this exact model, or a Luminor. Enjoy the Navitimer, it is a great piece.

mosesbotbol · 05-07-2015, 04:58 AM

I just got an offer in the mail from Torneau; they are doing 24 months 0% interest.

They may not be the least expensive retailer, but offer longer warranties than most places....

Blueface · 05-07-2015, 08:28 AM

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Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I just got an offer in the mail from Torneau; they are doing 24 months 0% interest.

They may not be the least expensive retailer, but offer longer warranties than most places....

Do it, enjoy it.
Mine came as result more of a life and attitude changing event.
Problem in life is we always put things off for tomorrow. Throw in that interest free financing and a wife nudging me over to get it and didn't really think twice.
Hope that new attitude for life remains when the bill starts coming in.

mosesbotbol · 05-07-2015, 08:48 AM

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Originally Posted by Blueface

Do it, enjoy it.
Mine came as result more of a life and attitude changing event.
Problem in life is we always put things off for tomorrow. Throw in that interest free financing and a wife nudging me over to get it and didn't really think twice.
Hope that new attitude for life remains when the bill starts coming in.

If you can set up auto bill pay to complete the payments before the interest comes, you won't notice the bill.

I don't foresee a new watch for me this year. Buying a 2nd home right now and want to save for a sedan in the semi-near future. That could change when I am back in Singapore this fall... Watch fever sets in and any responsible decision takes a back seat. There's a couple of particular watches on my hot list, but I can't say I have really "earned" them yet.

There's a cool Breitling boutique in Singapore; 1 of 2 in SE Asia.

Blueface · 08-10-2015, 04:44 PM

I had a mishap not too long ago and lost a prized watch.
Fortunately, I had it insured.
To replace it, went with another long term dream of mine.
I can now die in peace.

ucla695 · 05-08-2015, 08:28 PM

My most recent experience with Torneau (T) came when I bought my wife a watch last Christmas. The watch she wanted at T was retail. They were unwilling to negotiate. We went to another shop with better stock and bought it for 20% off MSRP. Same warranty, plus I'm set to negotiate for our next one. I paid with a cc and got the miles to boot. So, to me, buying a watch at T for MSRP is not worth it. JMO in LA.

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RWhisenand Feeling at Home Join Date: Aug 2011 First Name: Rob Location: Nevada Posts: 798 Trading: (7)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Ball makes some nice watches, their Hydrocarbon and Engineer lines are my favorite. Don't own one but I certainly admire them. __________________ No function well beer without.

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mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? They have a dive watch with a similar bracelet to the current Brietling Super Ocean style which is very comfortable. The watch was cheap too; like 1K USD. Great buy. __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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DBall Cigar Jesus Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Dan Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 3,781 Trading: (46)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? Put the vintage on a new black Ball leather strap... I like this combo a lot with the blend of old and new... __________________ --------Dan--------- My Music \| My Videos

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05-07-2015, 04:58 AM	#16
mosesbotbol That's a Corgi Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Moses Location: Boston Posts: 6,171 Trading: (6)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I just got an offer in the mail from Torneau; they are doing 24 months 0% interest. They may not be the least expensive retailer, but offer longer warranties than most places.... __________________ Port Wine & Claret \| British Cars \| Welsh Corgi's

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Blueface Gramps 4x's Join Date: Oct 2008 First Name: Horatio Seymore Hiny Location: Boca Raton - North of La Habana Posts: 8,774 Trading: (8)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? I had a mishap not too long ago and lost a prized watch. Fortunately, I had it insured. To replace it, went with another long term dream of mine. I can now die in peace. __________________ Little known fact: I am a former member of the Village People - The Indian

05-08-2015, 08:28 PM	#20
ucla695 Neither here, nor there Join Date: Oct 2008 Location: The Pool Posts: 3,696 Trading: (5)	Re: Wristwatch collectors out there? My most recent experience with Torneau (T) came when I bought my wife a watch last Christmas. The watch she wanted at T was retail. They were unwilling to negotiate. We went to another shop with better stock and bought it for 20% off MSRP. Same warranty, plus I'm set to negotiate for our next one. I paid with a cc and got the miles to boot. So, to me, buying a watch at T for MSRP is not worth it. JMO in LA.