Have you tried a 16710?
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Had a 16700 for a couple of years Jack and a 1675 before that. Still keen to try a 16750 at some stage.
I've got a jubilee that I'll get around to putting on the Pepsi and maybe get the Oyster bracelet fully brushed too-see how we go.
I've come to the conclusion I like lug holes, patina and steel bezels
Latest incoming.
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Honestly David I was dubious about the size, normally anything under 42mm I wouldn't touch but it's just sooo nice.
I'm absolutely over the moon. I'm going to try a few straps but probably a Di-Modell is what I'll end up with.
Yes it's on sale at C W Sellors [emoji6] or was.
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Well, the Alpina Extreme Regulator has landed; a few weeks early than anticipated. Excuse the hurried phone pics (I'll take more once my camera battery has charged and have more time). It's a 41mm case, 12mm high, which has some very good brushed and polished details, it has a nice symmetry about it.
The dial is slate grey and not that you can tell in this poor, dim yellow light, but the sub-dials are a subtle blue that suits the grey dial. They also do have circular graining that is quite fine and hard to see in this light.
Having not been a big fan of integrated bracelets, the design of this with its rubber strap and well executed deployant (which hides the tail of the strap underneath) is a joy.
Movement looks decent enough and I would have loved to have seen some decoration but at this price, £1,895.00 rrp, there's not much to grumble about tbh.
As for reading the dial, well this is my first regulator and will probably take a little adjustment; rather than saying ten past one, it's easier to read hours first and say 1, ten for example.
It's a swine to photograph as those brand triangle motifs reflect the light, which gives it an interesting look, which I like, but the camera doesn't!
(ps: the crown still has the blue sticker on).
So far I am very pleased with it and it will more than likely stay ( for a while at least!) and get some good wrist time :)
Better pics and review here: https://www.fratellowatches.com/alpi...tch-days-2022/
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So I decided to take a risk and I'm very pleased so far! I have always wanted a Tourbillon.
Sugres Tourbillon Master SU8000MRGN Rose Gold Case Green Dial - 38mm
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Strong Moser vibe with that.
I have paid for it, but I have yet to go and collect it. A step up and a big watch for me, the 2014 Planet Ocean with 8500 calibre. Not an orange one, sorry, the black liquid metal bezel variety.
It is going to be pride of place I think, although my old 1120 Seamaster still makes me warm and fuzzy every time I look at it, even after all these years. With luck I shall be able to fetch it next week, depending on where I am sent for work.
Both great pieces. I have to agree with you with lug holes and steel bezels. The modern Rolexes do have their robustness and solid feel but certainly lacks the charm of the 4-5 digits. Also fits my wrist better too.
I’d love to see what your Blro looks like if you decide to get the bracelet brushed.
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New arrival today for me. Love the stock strap.
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NOS Zenith El Primero 1969 chrono (38mm).
Was offered a white faced Chronomaster Sport by the AD, and looked long and hard at the newer 410 movement EPs. But found myself returning to the simpler and cleaner dialed 400 movement 1969. Zenith was my first 'serious' watch that I purchased after starting work, and it has been a while since an EP was in the collection. Glad to have this version of it in the watchbox.
Terrible photos under harsh indoor lighting, but quite excited after a long day out to have a look at it!
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Just dropped off by the Postie, I’ve been looking for one of these for some time. All minty and fresh after a service by Omega.
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a new one for me Mathey Tissot automatic swiss Sellita inside.
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First watch in a while, probably the longest period of not purchasing one.
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Liking this recent purchase a lot. Really gives the vibe of being as sturdy as a Rolex.
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Picked up this fun little piece today. Cal 2472 from around 1962 I believe. Shame I don’t have any 19mm straps to put on it now.
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Lovely. Always liked these & thought a black Professional bezel on these would look on point
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Not a new watch but finally got my new (to me) OEM old(ish)-skool rubber on the Steelfish.
Really happy.
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This brilliant 111 landed last week. Bettarini by design.
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219 arrived about 10 minutes ago.
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Cheeky one today [emoji2957]
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Been after one of these for a while
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Somehow managed to live here for a quarter of a century and not own one of these.
Now remedied :thumbsup:
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Thank you, I always wanted one but waited a bit too long.
This is the original SBDX001 with the non-Diashield case, Hardlex crystal and hand-applied lume in thick surrounds.
The later ones remedy some of those perceived deficiencies, but I just prefer this model.
Some lovely incomings recently, particularly the Moser and the two Marine Masters.
I regret selling my SBDX001 for an SLA021, particularly with the gold seconds hand which I didn’t notice for weeks.
Think I’ll go back in for another SBDX001 at some point.
Indeed.
I keep finding myself pondering that the pre camera-phone / pre social-media age (one begat the other) around the 1990s to early 2000s was the high-water mark for “modern” watches that interest me. 5 digit Rolex, Seiko dive watches and Landmasters, early GS and Spring Drive, one of the exactly two Speedmaster Pro options then available, X-33 etc.
Not much since holds my attention for long. Which may be the point, perhaps.
Back to the thread…
Well that's rather fetching :thumbsup:
No more now. 3 arrivals in a week.
Stealth mode PAM 26k
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Not the best pics as was losing light but this arrived with me Sunday and really enjoying it so far. This is the C Ward Dune, GMT version. 38mm case, 150m WR. Things I really like so far are the Light Catcher case, the way the GMT rehault makes the dial nice and compact, and the fact that it’s a very versatile watch - stylish, but with rock solid spec, legibility and functionality.
I ordered on the canvas webbing strap which is nice quality but stiff as an ironing board. Should’ve got the bracelet as I’m inevitably gonna order it now anyway. The GMT was a limited edition of 200 which I think is now sold out, mine is no66. Overall very pleased and am tempted to go back in for the white dial 3 hander! Must resist…
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This trip's impulse purchase. I was going to get the 43mm Pilot, but something about the aged lume look and the smaller case just caught my eye.
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(Actually, I was going to get a 5296G-001 but that's a whole 'nother story)