Wristwatch collectors out there?

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by pektel

I'm a huge Patek fan. I'd never be able to actually OWN one, but their designs are striking.

I walked by a used watch store today at City Hall stop in Singapore (some good indian restaurants in the food mall) and they must've had 20+ Patek's in the window. Aquanaut, Nautilus, complications, you name it. I kind of kicked myself for not buying the Aquanaut over my IWC. At the time they were similarly priced, but fast forward 15 years the Patek would've increase 3x as much as the cost. The IWC is worth about 1.25 what I paid, but I could've owned a Patek!

Rolex's, this one store had about 150+ on display from current models and on; all pre owned. That is just one store and not in a fancy area either.

[dijit]

Originally Posted by mosesbotbol

I own one of holy grails of Military issue watches; 2nd gen Omega X-33. I am having it overhauled by Omega right now. These were only sold to Military in USA and one of Omega's rarest watches (known as the Mars watch).

Not sure you buddy's budget, but I had planned on selling it once it comes back from them. He'll be hard pressed to find this watch in perfect certified condition anywhere... I want to get about $2600 which is quite fair.

His budget is about $800 to $900 and yes that watch is a killer watch and a fair price for a certified perfect. Makes me wish I had the funds.

[kgoings]

Originally Posted by larryinlc

Another new one for me.

Wow beautiful!

[kgoings]

Originally Posted by mmblz

Got this a few months ago - Citizen Calibre 8700.
I love this watch. I'm really picky about watches, there are very few (especially very few inexpensive ones) that really do much for me.

I really like this watch as well, and it is probably in my price range lol. Looking to get my first "nice" watch.

[Remo]

Loving the JSAR

[the nub]

looking to pick up a budget watch in the $120-$150 price range. Something around 40mm because I have a small wrist. I have my eye on a PAM homage by Jackson Tse or a similar maker with a Seagull movement, a Seiko or an Orient.

I think I could find a style that would make me happy with either of my choices but what do you guys think would be the best choice as far as, accuracy (mechanical) and durability? This would be an everyday watch.

I'm aware that I'd probably have to buy a decent replacement strap for the PAM so I've factored in the cost of that. Would sapphire glass be a must have upgrade?

[Remo]

Seiko SKX013



40mm seiko 7s26 auto

[Remo]

SKX031 if you like the sub style better.

[hammondc]

Originally Posted by kgoings

Wow beautiful!

Love this. Not crazy about the dress band, but LOVE the watch.

[the nub]

Originally Posted by Remo

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SKX031 if you like the sub style better.

this isn't bad. There's something about the Seiko diver watches that just doesn't do it for me. I know they are decent watches for the money. I'm wondering how the Orient will stack up and if the PAM homages are even remotely comparable for durability and accuracy. The latter might be out of the running simply because the 40mm versions all seem to be cheap looking.

[Remo]

New Seiko GMT diver inbound

[Remo]

This beast showed up today! My first GMT

[longknocker]

Originally Posted by Remo

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This beast showed up today! My first GMT

Like It, Mike!

[MurphysLaw]

Originally Posted by Remo

This beast showed up today! My first GMT

Very nice! I've had the itch for a GMT lately, just not the cash for any that catch my eye

[mosesbotbol]

Originally Posted by MurphysLaw

Very nice! I've had the itch for a GMT lately, just not the cash for any that catch my eye

I'd like to get a GMT too. I need a 2nd time zone but I want a GMT 24 hour hand; not digital read out like I get on my Omega X-33

[dijit]

Originally Posted by Remo

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This beast showed up today! My first GMT

I have always liked those. I gotta ask one thing though. Why do you shave your arms?

[RWhisenand]

Originally Posted by Remo

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This beast showed up today! My first GMT

Dang that thing's a monster, pun intended.

I've always liked this line from Seiko, but haven't picked one up yet.

[Remo]

Originally Posted by longknocker

Like It, Mike!

Originally Posted by dijit

I have always liked those. I gotta ask one thing though. Why do you shave your arms?

Ha, not shaved. It's the Asian in me, just no hair.

[Remo]

Actually bigger than the JSAR by about 2mm, but not as tall. Puts it about 48mm w/o the crown and 15mm tall, 24mm lugs. Sapphire crystal. 242 grams with bracelet. It is a chunk.

[Remo]

Nuclear!!