MWC - Official Misc Wristwatch Crew Part VI: Patek or Bust - READ the OP

[Busch12]

I really love that dynamic. I wish they'd reissue it as I cannot yet fall in love with vintage pieces. Idk what it is, maybe I really need to handle them some more.

[wellhungfa]

Bvlgari and Lexus, the GOAT:

[watchngars]

Baaahaaaaahaaaaaaa!!!

Bvlgari and Lexus, the GOAT:

[yushhh]

I really love that dynamic. I wish they'd reissue it as I cannot yet fall in love with vintage pieces. Idk what it is, maybe I really need to handle them some more.

I think this one is in a nice middle area, not too vintage, but not quite modern. I like it way more than I expected. Tempted to hold on to it tbh, just based on day one on my wrist. And any watch on a 20mm strap is a winner in my book.

[weightsb4dates]

Bvlgari and Lexus, the GOAT:

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not sure if you are serious or trolling dude

[DatPass]

not sure if you are serious or trolling dude

I think he ate a lot of paint as a child.

[winsoneator]

Just bought a 15210 at first felt like 34mm was too small, but like how light it feels on nato compared to my 16570 and my 16610. Thinking of selling my Tudors now lol.



can i be in misc wristwatch crew

[BishopGaines]

Don't feed the trolls.


My most recent "infatuation":


Omega Seamaster 176.005

What kick-started it? Well, the Mrs and I rewatched one of our favourite Bond films, Thunderball, a few days ago. Bond is issued a custom-made Breitling:


Instantly fell in love with the outer-chassis. A cheeky Google search later, and I encounter a few Seamasters following suit.

Unless I'm mistaken, datniche had one on his WatchMart... Bummer! Wish I had snagged it!

[Kabananga]

I really love that dynamic. I wish they'd reissue it as I cannot yet fall in love with vintage pieces. Idk what it is, maybe I really need to handle them some more.

Funny how that goes, considering I can't fall in love with new pieces. Maybe we should swap a few watches for a while ;-)



The Dynamic chrono is from the 90s though, so not that old.

[watchngars]

Gameday

[MA5Bergey]

Bvlgari and Lexus, the GOAT:

Convinced this guy is nothing more than a troll at this point. Keeps going on about his watch knowledge and has only posted pics of watches with faces hat only a mother could love. Would take any one of the cheapo <$200 watches in my collection over that abomination (srs).\

Also, quite convinced you're just buying your toys with Daddy's money at this point.

[wellhungfa]

Convinced this guy is nothing more than a troll at this point. Keeps going on about his watch knowledge and has only posted pics of watches with faces hat only a mother could love. Would take any one of the cheapo <$200 watches in my collection over that abomination (srs).\

Also, quite convinced you're just buying your toys with Daddy's money at this point.

Horology =/= Fashion

You guys need to be a little more open minded. Maybe it might not have crossed your minds that I might be trying to live a different way and know exactly what I'm doing, much like some of you choose to live arguably "stupid" ways yourselves (powerlifting, bulking, and expecting to be healthy by mid life in the cardiovascular system and joints). But do you hear me coming over laughing about how bobby digital is probably going to have bolts in his knees by 45? I leave him to it because it's what he likes.

Fashion and horology are two seperate things and both can be appreciated. Much like Swiss and watches from other countries can both be appreciated.

I'm starting to feel like some of you guys are nothing more than textbook jealous.

[yushhh]

Horology =/= Fashion

You guys need to be a little more open minded. Maybe it might not have crossed your minds that I might be trying to live a different way and know exactly what I'm doing, much like some of you choose to live arguably "stupid" ways yourselves (powerlifting, bulking, and expecting to be healthy by mid life in the cardiovascular system and joints). But do you hear me coming over laughing about how bobby digital is probably going to have bolts in his knees by 45? I leave him to it because it's what he likes.

Fashion and horology are two seperate things and both can be appreciated. Much like Swiss and watches from other countries can both be appreciated.

I'm starting to feel like some of you guys are nothing more than textbook jealous.

I respect your opinion, these are all valid points. No one here can make you think a certain way and you're entitled to your opinions.

The only issue is that this is a horological thread, not a fashion thread and it explicitly states in the first post of the thread that this is not the place for fashion watch talk. So the issue is not jealousy, it's simply people frustrated with posts regarding things that go against the rules of the thread.

As you said, horology and fashion are very different. This thread is for horology. It isn't about right or wrong. It's about staying on topic and following rules.

[wellhungfa]

I respect your opinion, these are all valid points. No one here can make you think a certain way and you're entitled to your opinions.

The only issue is that this is a horological thread, not a fashion thread and it explicitly states in the first post of the thread that this is not the place for fashion watch talk. So the issue is not jealousy, it's simply people frustrated with posts regarding things that go against the rules of the thread.

As you said, horology and fashion are very different. This thread is for horology. It isn't about right or wrong. It's about staying on topic and following rules.

Watches like Hublot, Bvlgari, Cartier all work in a way that they have one foot in the horological industry and another foot in the fashion industry. They are versatile for it. That's no reason to slate them on their horological side just because they also have a foot in the door with another industry, if anything that makes room for praise.

Bulgari is one of the world's leading manufacturers and retailers of luxury products. Since the very beginning, Bulgari traditionally focused on creating the highest quality jewelry and watches, expanded later into the production of perfumes, silk scarves, and eyewear.

The history of Bulgari began in 1884 in Italy, when Sotirio Bulgari, a Greek immigrant, opened his first shop on Via Sistina in Rome. Sotirio descended from a family of silversmiths. In 1905, with the help of his two sons, Costantino and Giorgio, a second shop was inaugurated on Via Condotti. The store quickly became a place where the aristocracy, the rich and the famous came for unique high quality jewelry designs that integrated Greek and Roman arts. During the first decades of the 20th century, the two brothers developed a passionate interest in precious stones and jewels becoming the finest professionals in this craft. Giorgio devoted his life to the creation of a "Bulgari style". Costantino compiled his studies and experiences in a book "Argentieri, Gemmari et Orafi d'Italia", creating the most authorized and serious reference on Roman silver.

During the 1940s, Bulgari introduced their first timepiece, the snake-watch, that was inspired by the Art Deco period of the 1920s. It was unique and extravagant, with bold coils of gem studded gold. Bulgari snake-watch quickly became an unmistakable attribute of jewel-watches.
In the 1960s Bulgari's clientele included Italian nobility, South American political figure Evita Peron, American businessmen, like Nelson Rockefeller and Woolworth's founder Samuel Henry Kress, and the U.S. Ambassador to Italy Clare Boothe Luce. In the 1970s Bulgari opened its first international store in New York, and later in Paris, Geneva and Monte Carlo. Bulgari re launched the snake-watch with the "Tubogas", a flexible elastic gold bracelet entirely hand-made.
Although the company had created and sold pocket, lapel, and wrist watches for men and women throughout its history, Bulgari did not introduce a major collection of its timepieces until the late 1970s. The year 1977 saw the creation of the Bulgari Bulgari, with a double engraved logo on the perfect cylindrical section, which became the company's most recognized and highest selling watch. In the 1980s, Bulgari remained in the high position of the jewelry market, expanding itself by opening several other stores throughout the world: Munich, London, Milan, Hong Kong, Singapore and Tokyo.

Most of the Bulgari watches have more then 200 pieces, some of which are 0,3mm, which demands extremely professional knowledge and skills of the master watchmaker. Bulgari is one of the few watch manufacturers able to produce timepieces with high-complicated movements. The Bulgari watches are made in the heart of the "watch valley" in Switzerland and are subject to the toughest tests to insure the highest standards of quality of their movements. Bulgari's strategy of continuous search of perfection, technological development, spiritual beauty and original style led this company to be one of the finest and top selling watch-building companies in the world.

I feel like some of those guys don't really know what they're talking about. 90% of their knowledge is probably what the WUS community recommends at the time. Rolex, GS, Nomos, etc.

[yushhh]

Just trying to help you understand why your posts are catching flack. Wear what makes you happy.

[wellhungfa]

Yeah I know but the real problem here is faux-watch enthusiasts/wannabe snobs who are really just in it for the image. Look at that dickhead who has two panerais at the same time and the rest of his collection is a bunch of ceramic rolexes.

That's not a horological collector, that's a status chaser.

[weightsb4dates]

Yeah I know but the real problem here is faux-watch enthusiasts/wannabe snobs who are really just in it for the image. Look at that dickhead who has two panerais at the same time and the rest of his collection is a bunch of ceramic rolexes.

That's not a horological collector, that's a status chaser.

that's the same guy who posted 2 omegas, an iwc, and 2 blancpains, and a quartz grand seiko a couple of pages back man. I don't think anyone here is really a status chaser. How ever that is what you came off as while bashing multiple other posters watches, just yesterday you were insulting poisons saturation diver and saying it was a "****ter"because it wasn't a more expensive swiss piece. Choose your side of the fence bro. If you want to talk about watches with us that's cool, but we are not currently interested in hearing you devalue anyone else's watches based on your opinions.

[ifitness1]

What are some good watch boxes/cases that are not too expensive?

[watchngars]

Proud dickhead here. I guess you are the same troll that has been banned a few times; that keeps commenting on my Rolex collection. I've always been intrigued because I've never once owned a Rolex. You sure that you could identify one; or any watch not sold with perfume?

[winsoneator]

So I found an omega dynamic chronograph selling locally. Always wanted to try one out. So I went and bought it this morning. I actually really like it. It's a great dial layout and an overall nice looking watch.





I also got this Seiko sumo delivered today for a buddy. Looks sharp but too big for me.






Edit: damn it dude I hate that it rotates my pictures that chit drives me nuts.

That watch looks like a beauty, might be my next pickup after i sell some watches lol.

[waisoserious]

not sure if you are serious or trolling dude

hes probably being serious

hes not smart enough to troll. some of the stuff he says is just misinformed

like his hublot/panerai references, rolex/omega competition remarks

dudes just straight up stupid

[yushhh]

That watch looks like a beauty, might be my next pickup after i sell some watches lol.

You know where to find me ;D.

I like trades too sometimes

[BishopGaines]

Suppose I snagged a 30+ year-old 5513 (Submariner), would its waterproof depth be anywhere near 660ft? Or should I play it safe and buy a new(ish) 114060? There may be the odd case where I'll need to dive (see sig.).

Prefer the cleaner look & finish of the 5513 dial, you see.

dudes just straight up stupid

Even if he is trolling, he still comes off as an idiot.

[Jecoma]

Suppose I snagged a 30+ year-old 5513 (Submariner), would its waterproof depth be anywhere near 660ft? Or should I play it safe and buy a new(ish) 114060? There may be the odd case where I'll need to dive (see sig.).

Prefer the cleaner look & finish of the 5513 dial, you see.


Even if he is trolling, he still comes off as an idiot.

Get it tested. However I wouldn´t do it. Not a chance I'm diving with my vintages.

Get a gshock for diving or a suunto like all the pro's do.

[DatPass]

Suppose I snagged a 30+ year-old 5513 (Submariner), would its waterproof depth be anywhere near 660ft? Or should I play it safe and buy a new(ish) 114060? There may be the odd case where I'll need to dive (see sig.).

The fuk kind of diving you doing in the navy where you're below 500ft and they aren't supplying a watch?

[BishopGaines]

The fuk kind of diving you doing in the navy where you're below 500ft and they aren't supplying a watch?

660ft is the waterproof depth spec of the 5513, and that's the only reason why I mentioned it. My question was a general "deteriorated by approximately how much" sort of thing. I don't need it to cover 660ft.

Being issued a standard diver =/= being issued a Sub. Not a need, but a definite want.

[weightsb4dates]

Get it tested. However I wouldn´t do it. Not a chance I'm diving with my vintages.

Get a gshock for diving or a suunto like all the pro's do.

co sign this post.

[justinjude]

will you ****uettes stop feeding the trolls and talk about my universal geneve for a minute

<3

[Jecoma]

will you ****uettes stop feeding the trolls and talk about my universal geneve for a minute

<3

Which UG?

[justinjude]

which ug?

:d.

hayyyy

got a few watches from my grandfathers estate.. A few were timex- didnt really pay much mind to those- but there were 2 gems that i absolutely have to share.

Universal geneve with a bulova accutron movement (and this is one of the last true accutron movements,)




and a boss-ass gruen that i had overhaueld, and the crown/stem replaced (i'll post this one when i get home to it)


the coolest thing about the u-g is that its a tuning fork.