New releases - random chat

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Don't know what to make of this, one thing is for sure though it's not cheap at EUR 3770 (before taxes).
https://toledanoandchan.com/

Not something you’d want to wear every day, but very cool, none the less. Shame about the price, as at that much it’s not something you’d take a punt on.

[j111dja]

Seiko's new Speedtimers. Yes, more new Seiko's.

[andy100]

Seiko's new Speedtimers. Yes, more new Seiko's.

Who can release more 'limited edition' models do you think, Seiko or Omega? This one in particular is bridging the gap even more with emulating the Speedmaster look.

[MADDOG]

Seiko's new Speedtimers. Yes, more new Seiko's.

They could have put the leather strap on correctly.

[j111dja]

They could have put the leather strap on correctly.

Good point. Lol.



Seiko are always in a rush to make more new models. It appears that they are in as much of a rush to get photographs out of their new models. Classic.

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They could have put the leather strap on correctly.

If it’s on a deployant (which it looks like) then thats the way the majority of manufacturers fit them with the small strap at 6. No idea why.

[Sinnlover]

If it’s on a deployant (which it looks like) then thats the way the majority of manufacturers fit them with the small strap at 6. No idea why.

In Japan it is considered rude to have the tail of the strap pointing at someone else.
So they fit the short side at 6 so the long side points to you.
The buckles are branded this way as well.

[j111dja]

More information:

https://oracleoftime.com/seiko-prosp...39p1-ssc941p1/


This looks not too bad.

[j111dja]

In Japan it is considered rude to have the tail of the strap pointing at someone else.
So they fit the short side at 6 so the long side points to you.
The buckles are branded this way as well.

Here it is.

Interesting point.

It is some kind of folding clasp. The strap keepers are on the six o'clock part of the strap, so the short length.

[MartynJC (UK)]

Don't know what to make of this, one thing is for sure though it's not cheap at EUR 3770 (before taxes).
https://toledanoandchan.com/

Something Esher like about that watch face! Like it - but tad expensive as import taxes are also payable and not knowing about the brand etc.

[sweets]

Don't know what to make of this, one thing is for sure though it's not cheap at EUR 3770 (before taxes).
https://toledanoandchan.com/

I knew Phil Toledano quite well, we went to school together, same year.
He has a real thing for the rarer releases from PP, Rolex and others from back in the 80s when they allowed themselves to create ranges with a significantly bolder design aesthetic than they allow themselves now.
He's a talented bloke, and quite active on Social Media, his instagram, misternenthusiast, is great, as is his little brand proejct, Vivo Bastardo

[Itsguy]

In Japan it is considered rude to have the tail of the strap pointing at someone else.
So they fit the short side at 6 so the long side points to you.
The buckles are branded this way as well.

I hadn’t heard that explanation before, but lately I’ve been wearing my vintage Seiko on leather with the buckle at six, on the grounds that it’s the Japanese way. I’ve come to prefer it, as it seems a more ergonomic way to buckle the strap, you can see what you’re doing and it’s oddly satisfying. It also looks better from certain angles, mainly to others or in the mirror.

[LukeBird]

Tag have released a limited edition run of Formula 1s in small numbers.

Haven't been on here for a little while so missed this, glad I wasn't seeing things when I saw Max Verstappen wearing one in Miami!
Was amazed.. although I don't see much of what you get over an original really.

In Japan it is considered rude to have the tail of the strap pointing at someone else.
So they fit the short side at 6 so the long side points to you.
The buckles are branded this way as well.

Fascinating, thank you. Always wondered why that was.

[andy tims]

I really like the new Speedtimers, but not enough to buy another as I bought the Panda when it was first released. The green bezel version looks great but I’d want it with the bracelet.

[Sinnlover]

It looks as if Sinn have released an updated 903
The crown at 10:30 looks to have been removed
The dial now has 3D lume plots and new dial colours.

[strell]

It looks as if Sinn have released an updated 903
The crown at 10:30 looks to be been removed
The dial now has 3D lume plots and new dial colours.

I like them!

The light blue limited for me seems to be too light!

Want to see one in flesh

[earlofsodbury]

Yep, this 903 refresh looks great, and that pale sky blue is really pretty - but the lack of contrast is just bad design: blued hands would have made it more special AND more legible.

Although Sinn make remarkably little of it, it appears the inner bezel-ring is now adjusted by the outer bezel, as per the 717. A nice touch.

Good the column-wheel LJP 8000 stays too.

[50kopek]

Don't know what to make of this, one thing is for sure though it's not cheap at EUR 3770 (before taxes).
https://toledanoandchan.com/

I actually like that a lot, but as has been mentioned, not at that price. I'm sure quite a lot of work has gone into its design, but at the end of the day it's a Chinese made watch with a Sellita movement.

[wigdog]

New release jointly with Bvlgari and WoS. Putting the price to one side, I quite like it....

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[sweets]

I actually like that a lot, but as has been mentioned, not at that price. I'm sure quite a lot of work has gone into its design, but at the end of the day it's a Chinese made watch with a Sellita movement.

I see it sold out in 38 minutes..........

[50kopek]

I see it sold out in 38 minutes..........

Good for them. I'm pleased to see them get rewarded for coming up with something fresh and original, even if to me personally the price seems a bit high for what it is.

[neuman356]

Technically not new releases as these are from fall 2022 but I don't think these have been mentioned yet.
Laco Scorpion diver in 39mm, comes in three colours blue (Atlantik), orange (Mojave) and green (Amazonas).
EUR 930 on rubber, EUR 980 on bracelet +EUR 130 if you want the top grade SW200 over the elaboré grade.
https://www.laco.de/de/uhren/einsatz...amazonas-39-rb

[andy tims]

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...9SDx5xg.UHTEkW

I really don’t need another Seiko dive watch, but really like the look of the new Prospex SPB 451 and 453

[Idontgram]

https://www.hodinkee.com/articles/th...9SDx5xg.UHTEkW

I really don’t need another Seiko dive watch, but really like the look of the new Prospex SPB 451 and 453

I really like the improvements they’ve made to the line but the grey SPB143 and the LE SPB149 were better looking, IMO.

[neuman356]

Mühle 29er, 36mm in apricot (I'd call that pastel pink) and mint, EUR 1450.
https://www.muehle-glashuette.de/uhr/29er-mint-lb-ii/

[Stuno1]

New release jointly with Bvlgari and WoS. Putting the price to one side, I quite like it....

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I like this range and the precious range too. They won’t be to everyone’s taste but they look great to me.

[TH14TH14]

Pre-orders for June now open on the Vertex website:

New 36mm Vertex Dirty Dozen reissue

[tobywatches]

Surprised this hasn't been on here yet.
Panerai making special™️ things again.

[Quality Man]

Pre-orders for June now open on the Vertex website:

I think these look great, just need to be a grand cheaper and manual wind!


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[acg]

Agreed.

It’s a good bit more than the cwc

A huge bit more than a Timor

And not even remotely comparable in cost to a baltany (though surely higher in quality)

Looks brilliant though

I think these look great, just need to be a grand cheaper and manual wind!


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[ryanb741]

Surprised this hasn't been on here yet.
Panerai making special™ï¸� things again.

What on earth is going on? That looks like they've teamed up with Bremont plus they're taking creative consultancy from a Chinese kickstarter brand.

IMHO of course.