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

[yushhh]

Hand full of icons.

[Jecoma]

Hand full of icons.

actually one off the most well-rounded line-ups of watches. Telle me an occasion that one off these watches can't be worn on.

[yushhh]

actually one off the most well-rounded line-ups of watches. Telle me an occasion that one off these watches can't be worn on.

Even prepared for space travel ;D

[TexasBrah]

actually one off the most well-rounded line-ups of watches. Telle me an occasion that one off these watches can't be worn on.

No GIA cert / No care

[TexasBrah]

My prediction is we may see that strap on a submariner in 2 years. This was their guinea pig to test how it does on the year they roll out the new gold watches. Next year will be the "Rolesor" (two-tone) models, with stainless the next. Should give them some time to test the market and see how it does.

Any of you guys notice your AD's using the Rolesor term lately? It's basically Rolex wanting to differentiate themselves from the generic two-tone term that some plated watches are even referred to as. Still seems weird every time I say it.

[RyouBakua]

rose gold

not mine

[Evad3]

Had a good look and tried on the yellow gold DD40 today, and it was a perfect fit for me straight out the window; as if it was sized for my wrist. The weight, the size, the proportions, the bracelet, good lord, it was perfect

[A1roller]

Looking to buy a new watch to add to my ****ty timex which has served me well for ages now. The problem is that my wrists are small (around 6.5 inches).

I've been looking at a few options, I like the seiko skx007 and some of these MVMT watches (fashion watches, I know...) http://www.mvmtwatches.com/collections/classic

Problem with the above is the case diameters are quite big, and I'm not sure if they would look stupid on my wrist. Other option would be an Orient MAKO which has a slightly smaller case but I'm not as fond of the design.

[Jecoma]

Looking to buy a new watch to add to my ****ty timex which has served me well for ages now. The problem is that my wrists are small (around 6.5 inches).

I've been looking at a few options, I like the seiko skx007 and some of these MVMT watches (fashion watches, I know...) http://www.mvmtwatches.com/collections/classic

Problem with the above is the case diameters are quite big, and I'm not sure if they would look stupid on my wrist. Other option would be an Orient MAKO which has a slightly smaller case but I'm not as fond of the design.

Have you looked at vintage pieces?

[VabaX]

god dammit, fukn Omega bracelets, i fukn swear to god...

trying to take a 1/3 link out of my SMP, when the pin pusher part of my strap tool breaks off after getting suck inside one of the little collars (anyone with an older smp bracelet knows what i'm talking about), after pushing the main pin out, with half it's length still sticking out into the other main link, meaning that despite taking out the main pin, the link is stuck in place. long story short, i had to just about break the fukn 1/3 link to slide the collar out, so my link now has a fukn 30 degree kink in it

thank fuk my aquis has screws...

[RyouBakua]

Problem with the above is the case diameters are quite big, and I'm not sure if they would look stupid on my wrist. Other option would be an Orient MAKO which has a slightly smaller case but I'm not as fond of the design.

Orient Ray?

[Busch12]

Which to choose. Want a blacked out diver. Stuck between an old love and a new one. The breitling avenger blackbird and the seiko spring drive tuna.

The breitling pros- love love love the design, immediately fell in love when I saw it. Super lightweight (tried on yesterday) and thin. Felt amazing on the wrist. Finished better than the tuna. More strap friendly imo.

Cons- $1700 more than the tuna. Not an amazing value for the money.

The tuna pros- great value. Superior, unique movement. Amazing lume. Have owned before and deeply regret flipping it. Love me some tuna.

Cons- a bit thick and not as comfy. Want another grand seiko diver in the future. Not as nicely finished.

For me aesthetics go to the breitling and value to the seiko. Thoughts?

[yushhh]

Lol I'm no help because I agree with everything you said. So that's on you. What would make you truly happy? And would you rather start putting that $1700 towards another watch?

[RyouBakua]

both

What would make you truly happy? And would you rather start putting that $1700 towards another watch?

but this

[datniche]

Tried this on today and literally fell in love. Felt terrible leaving lol. Straight up stunning in person and perfect on the wrist.

[YUL]

Which to choose. Want a blacked out diver.

The breitling pros- love love love the design,

that bezel doesnt even turn. how can it be a diver?

[NWDub]

Where did you guys buy your Rodinas?

Also looking for a replacement diver for my broken Blue Mako. It was my beater and life got the best of it lol. It's still wareable as a beater imo.

I like the 007 and especially the 009.

I think I want to get a rodina and another diver. Prob going to get some nato straps for the rodina and diver. Was wondering where those are best bought from as well.

Reps


Edit:

I like the Seamasters as far as divers go. Can't afford one though right now/want something to aspire to.

[RyouBakua]

interesting

[Busch12]

that bezel doesnt even turn. how can it be a diver?

Interdasting. Then why was it turning when I tried it on yesterday? Also 200m water resist. Good lume too.

[Kabananga]

Which to choose. Want a blacked out diver. Stuck between an old love and a new one. The breitling avenger blackbird and the seiko spring drive tuna.

The breitling pros- love love love the design, immediately fell in love when I saw it. Super lightweight (tried on yesterday) and thin. Felt amazing on the wrist. Finished better than the tuna. More strap friendly imo.

Cons- $1700 more than the tuna. Not an amazing value for the money.

The tuna pros- great value. Superior, unique movement. Amazing lume. Have owned before and deeply regret flipping it. Love me some tuna.

Cons- a bit thick and not as comfy. Want another grand seiko diver in the future. Not as nicely finished.

For me aesthetics go to the breitling and value to the seiko. Thoughts?

Spoiler!

You can find vintage military (quartz) Breitlings in PVD for around $300. Granted, they're not super sexy (imo), but for that kind of money you can't miss. I've had a full set PVD Colt M50035, which I bought for $200.

[montana2265]

Anyone selling anything?

Looking to acquire some more for the collection.

[yushhh]

Anyone selling anything?

Looking to acquire some more for the collection.

1970 Datejust and 1977 Airking from my hand full of icons picture. And possibly that Seamaster as well

[montana2265]

1970 Datejust and 1977 Airking from my hand full of icons picture. And possibly that Seamaster as well

Ehh not crazy about any of those except the speedy, have the 300 pro already obviously but pm me price of the airking

[Kabananga]

Anyone selling anything?

Looking to acquire some more for the collection.

Anything specific you're looking for brah? I always have some simpler, lower priced vintage Omega's for sale, and also thinking of selling some of my more collectible pieces.

Some pics of what might go up for sale (or if you see something on my IG you want, let me know, I might part with it).

Black dial madness
https://instagram.com/p/44_9Z6E5XV/?taken-by=kabaclyde

Breitling Datora
https://instagram.com/p/46-sWfE5Va/?taken-by=kabaclyde

LeCoultre Futurematic
https://instagram.com/p/1F_bCHE5du/?taken-by=kabaclyde

Jaeger-LeCoultre Powermatic
https://instagram.com/p/0ndVYME5aL/?taken-by=kabaclyde

And her LeCoultre Powermatic sister too
http://imgur.com/a/OejQZ


Already for sale:

Omega Seamaster automatic crosshair dial thin $350 incl shipping
http://imgur.com/a/bPgLp

Omega Tux dial jumbo $400 incl shipping
http://imgur.com/a/U9pnw

[montana2265]

Anything specific you're looking for brah? I always have some simpler, lower priced vintage Omega's for sale, and also thinking of selling some of my more collectible pieces.

Some pics of what might go up for sale (or if you see something on my IG you want, let me know, I might part with it).

Black dial madness
https://instagram.com/p/44_9Z6E5XV/?taken-by=kabaclyde

Breitling Datora
https://instagram.com/p/46-sWfE5Va/?taken-by=kabaclyde

LeCoultre Futurematic
https://instagram.com/p/1F_bCHE5du/?taken-by=kabaclyde

Jaeger-LeCoultre Powermatic
https://instagram.com/p/0ndVYME5aL/?taken-by=kabaclyde

And her LeCoultre Powermatic sister too
http://imgur.com/a/OejQZ


Already for sale:

Omega Seamaster automatic crosshair dial thin $350 incl shipping
http://imgur.com/a/bPgLp

Omega Tux dial jumbo $400 incl shipping
http://imgur.com/a/U9pnw

To be honest. I keep buying vintage omegas and end up flipping them a short time later. I can't really get myself to hold onto them. Looking for something of higher value. Right now I have a GMT master II and Seamaster 300M Professional. Looking for something in the 3-5k range, but depending on what it is may be up for a cash and trade sort of deal.

Whats been catching my eye lately are jubilee datejusts with blue dials. I am looking for a speedmaster though, if you have one. I really love the broad arrow and i'm actually thinking something along those lines will be my next pickup.

[NWDub]

Okay, invicta pro diver to replace Orient blue ray?

I know they are **** but better than a fashion watch right?

I'm honestly looking for a watch I'll get compliments on by fellow pleb college students lol

[yushhh]

Strong signature to post ratio.

If all you care about is the opinion of others then yes, get an invicta. It's chit. And it's a fashion watch. But it will 100% accomplish your goal. Huge downgrade from an orient day.

[RainingBlood]

I found a speck of dust next to the lume on my speedy. It was there on delivery, but I just noticed it today. It's either dust, or the lume flaking off.

How do I proceed? Can the boutique do the job for me without having to ship this out to Seattle?

Hand full of icons.

How are you liking your seamaster quartz? I've been really debating on getting one as a beater. it would probably be 2262.50 though.

[montana2265]

I found a speck of dust next to the lume on my speedy. It was there on delivery, but I just noticed it today. It's either dust, or the lume flaking off.

How do I proceed? Can the boutique do the job for me without having to ship this out to Seattle?

How are you liking your seamaster quartz? I've been really debating on getting one as a beater. it would probably be 2262.50 though.

goo goo ga ga

[datniche]

Thats not quartz.

Except it is