Reply With QuoteGot an incoming fairly soon but just had to post as I can't wait and I'm really hoping it lives up to expectations.
ETA around 13th April so check in for some pics and to see if it delivers......
Another Breitling added to my collection
Col.
Last edited by cgs; 13th March 2016 at 20:12.
Got an incoming fairly soon but just had to post as I can't wait and I'm really hoping it lives up to expectations.
ETA around 13th April so check in for some pics and to see if it delivers......
Have a vintage Constellation incoming... hope it is a good 'un!
My very first Breitling was added to my collection recently. Given the vast range that Breitling produce, I was wavering between various models.
In the end I decided to go the Navitimer route and chose a Navitimer 01 43mm as shown in the excellent photo from RossC.
Another one of Eddie's; not my first or last but currently only one. First impressions are that its up to his usual high standards and just a little bit different to the norm.
I'm thinking it may have been even better without the day/date.
I've been interested in these for quite a while, but as they are quite hard to come by, I have not been able to try or purchase one. Couple of weeks ago I was in Hong Kong for business and also checked out a few watch shops. I got to see and handle GS watches for the first time and they left a good impression. Well, as I got back, practically the same day there was one for sale on SC - and I jumped at it instantly. Wooster sent this to me by DHL and I've just had the bracelet shortened to fit. The feel of quality is outstanding on this.
Apologies for crappy pics during drunken cab ride home. Sedna Gold/SS Omega Globemaster
That's a lovely looking watch. Not my normal taste at all, but something about just seems so right!Originally Posted by Dave+63
Another one of Eddie's; not my first or last but currently only one. First impressions are that its up to his usual high standards and just a little bit different to the norm.
I'm thinking it may have been even better without the day/date.
I had a bit of buyers remorse before it arrived but the more time I spend with it, the better it gets!
Better pic in light
Very nice Ryan. Is the datewheel black or blue out of interest?
Hi. It's black. It's not really noticeable but would have preferred blue
Stunning watch Ryan, still waiting to see one at my AD.
This will probably be my shortest incoming. Lovely old 168.019 calibre 751 Constellation but in the 3 hours since it has arrived it has lost nearly 15 minutes, so back to the seller. Doubt he will offer to re-service, despite being freshly done, so will probably just end up with a refund and a new search beginning!
I thought the same when it was going through the design stages… I understand how is looks like a counter on the dial though, so works in that respect.Another one of Eddie's; not my first or last but currently only one. First impressions are that its up to his usual high standards and just a little bit different to the norm.
I'm thinking it may have been even better without the day/date.
It is quiet close to the centre of the dial, but I imagine that is limited by the movement. An interesting feature on A Blog to Watch on date designs and how older movements and larger fashion in case design do not go hand in hand.
http://www.ablogtowatch.com/watches-date-displays/
I have had this one on for a little over a week now... and its a unique beauty at that! Maybe a one off, blasted Seafire. A really good trade deal went through with Julian, he got a SK007 for a project he is working on and a decent PVD quartz beater and I got the PRS-37 a model I always wanted to try. I was intrigued to see what this quartz movement is like and it doesn't disappoint. In fact as a whole I'm more impressed with the Seafire than I thought I would be.
I love that it is showing off its battle scars proudly and means I also don't have to worry to much about adding extra myself!
It's a quality NATO strap - really thick and the green really pings.
Its a well documented watch and how it got to its current state:
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ng-a-hard-life
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ferent-(PRS37)
That's my old watch and Quatar Wal's before me. I was shocked to see it getting beaten up so badly by Velorum but was pleased to see its transformation.I have had this one on for a little over a week now... and its a unique beauty at that! Maybe a one off, blasted Seafire. A really good trade deal went through with Julian, he got a SK007 for a project he is working on and a decent PVD quartz beater and I got the PRS-37 a model I always wanted to try. I was intrigued to see what this quartz movement is like and it doesn't disappoint. In fact as a whole I'm more impressed with the Seafire than I thought I would be.
I love that it is showing off its battle scars proudly and means I also don't have to worry to much about adding extra myself!
It's a quality NATO strap - really thick and the green really pings.
Its a well documented watch and how it got to its current state:
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ng-a-hard-life
http://forum.tz-uk.com/showthread.ph...ferent-(PRS37)
I was worried that the black shadow would be too similar to the seafire and I'd not gel with it but, fortunately for me, that isn't happening.
Really impressed with this.
[QUOTE=Dave+63;3906532]Another one of Eddie's; not my first or last but currently only one. First impressions are that its up to his usual high standards and just a little bit different to the norm.
I'm thinking it may have been even better without the day/date.
Liking the day/date Dave.Like that a lot.
[QUOTE=itsgotournameonit;3909621]Thanks Tony, I'm really pleased with it!
Picked this up today after a month of waiting - absolutely gorgeous and the new wooden Omega boxes are something else
Aside from anything else, these C-shaped cases need to have the original bevels and other detail present to look good on the wrist. I love these linen dials but I think you are wise to return it. There are still good ones out there.
Looks like mine....I'm a sucker for old Chronographs. This is a decent size for something for the 1950's. Lovely watch for not a great deal of money
I have had this one for a few days now, but thought it worth a share as it's a little different.
I am no photographer so apologies for the dust and rubbish lighting!
It is a French made Akrone K-01
9015 Miyota
40mm case (matt black ceramic)
Sapphire crystal
DLC crown
Finally got my hands on one of these babies...
Very nice; I like that.
Looks great on the nato. Enjoy!Finally got my hands on one of these babies...
We already have a few dark sides on the forum so I went a shade lighter
Gator strap and platinum dial swung it for me
Another Seiko for me. Please excuse the poor photo......
For those twitching, I've set the date right since taking this. :o)
I'm not normally that taken with Speedmasters but that is a lovely watch. CongratulationsWe already have a few dark sides on the forum so I went a shade lighter
Gator strap and platinum dial swung it for me
Lovely, congratulations!Really impressed with this.
Another Seiko,this time the classic SKX007. With two Monsters and a SARB065,this is starting to get out of hand!
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I bought my first Seiko about 9 years ago and before I knew it I owned 7!!!
Simon
I'm now on the list. My first watch has been ordered and will be delivered to work tomorrow
I've gone for a SSC017P1 which at first I really didn't like but after seeing it more it's grown on me massively. Can't wait!
Did Blofeld escape in the end?Finally got my hands on one of these babies...
I finally feel like a proper member of the forum! Go easy on me
Nothing wrong with that one!
I've always had a mild hankering after those Seiko solar chronos. My favourite is the one with yellow accents. They seem a steal at the price creation charge for them.
That is fantastic looking, loving the strap combo
Did the Navi make way for this?
Just in, been trying various straps before the inevitable strapcode bracelet
I'm sure he'll be turning up again in future Bond movies!!
Recent purchase from SC. Wears a bit bigger than the 39mm might suggest but it's actually really growing on me over the last 2 days.
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This is new to me.
It very nearly didn't happen, as the package was incomplete.
But now I am happy to say, that everything is "A" ok :)
It still has it stickers on, as tomorrow I am going to try and put it on a Rubber B.
That is fantastic looking, loving the strap combo
Did the Navi make way for this?[/QUOTE]
cheers nev navi still here sold my date just 41mm instead I'm a sucker for chronos!
Visited my local Breitling dealer,Andrew Micheals jewellers and came back with this NOS Avenger Skyland.
Col.
Last edited by cgs; 26th March 2016 at 18:13.
Superb, Col.
Grey dial, brown strap, is a great looking combo
Notwithstanding my other thread on it, here's my new acquisition
Decide to treat myself with classic
Had this a couple of days now, enjoying this one a lot...
Great pic and lovely watch - well smart and just that little bit different.
how does it wear bigger?? My watches range from 37 to 47mm and they 'wear' what they are?? All this 'wears bigger' malarkey is total rubbish or an excuse for having wimpish wrists imho.Recent purchase from SC. Wears a bit bigger than the 39mm might suggest but it's actually really growing on me over the last 2 days.
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