Lets see your Watches

[enzed4]

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I got this Montbrillant about 10 years ago, looking for an everyday watch, came across an odd eBay ad for this watch, no pictures, a very short and nondescriptive ad, a phone number in the ad, and a really good price, the sort of thing that will put most people off, so I called and got through to this nice lady at a solicitors in Essex, she explained that the watch belonged to her boss, the head solicitor, she was his pa, he had asked her to sell it for him, she had it in front of her, so I asked about the box and paperwork and markings on the back, she had the receipt, all good, so I asked if I could come and see it, have worn it everyday since, I negotiated an already really good price for cash, it was a steal!

This happens very, very rarely, but when it does, it really makes your day
Unfortunately I was on the other side of that 'great deal' once when I was outbid at a 'real' auction for an ex-Omani Air Force Breitling Navi (with the eagle engraved on the caseback). I could only bid up to $1000 and there was only one other bidder after it, via phone bidding. Sure enough, the bidding went up to $1000NZD after all other bidders in the room had stopped at about $500. I had to stop, so the phone bidder got it for $1100. I found out later it was probably worth around $3000USD so the phone bidder got a real bargain - but not me

 

[Steely]

It stings when you miss out like that, been there
I had a time buying vintage omega, mainly costellations, did really well on most purchases, I did my homework and thought I could tell a fake or badly restored watch pretty well, one slipped through, but I sold it for what it was and didn’t lose out too much.

 

[Steely]

:?

 

[samZ4M]

I'm likeing that and a good price too, it reminds me of the 60s Heuer panda dial

I have a weakspot for kickstarter watches as the chances are you will never see another, unlike Rolex's, Omegas etc.

Tim.

Thanks Tim, it's my brothers company, hence I boxed them, still had to pay for the watch!

You should definitely buy a few though! I'll make sure they are boxed well for you! :lol:

I've gone for the classic white like yourself Sam, should arrive on Friday

Tim.

Brilliant! He's thankful for the support.

 

[TitanTim]

Thanks Tim, it's my brothers company, hence I boxed them, still had to pay for the watch!

You should definitely buy a few though! I'll make sure they are boxed well for you! :lol:

I've gone for the classic white like yourself Sam, should arrive on Friday

Tim.

Brilliant! He's thankful for the support.

Thanks Sam

Tim.

 

[Hilly30si]

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Good plan , having a beater that won't break your heart if scratched or damaged from daily use is a fine idea
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You are right Andy a nice beater ie an essential part of any collection.

 

[samZ4M]

I've gone for the classic white like yourself Sam, should arrive on Friday

Tim.

Brilliant! He's thankful for the support.

Thanks Sam

Tim.

He's just launched their first full on Swiss watch, bad timing eh?! But a bit of a stretch at £995. I think it's marvellous!

https://www.marloewatchcompany.com/collections/haskell

 

[TitanTim]

Brilliant! He's thankful for the support.

Thanks Sam

Tim.

He's just launched their first full on Swiss watch, bad timing eh?! But a bit of a stretch at £995. I think it's marvellous!

https://www.marloewatchcompany.com/collections/haskell

Yes I spotted the new release today, it hasn't gone unnoticed

This little number arrived today, love the case back display Will be keeping an eye on Marloe in future, impressive watches.







Tim.

 

[Jollyjoiner]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

 

[Hilly30si]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

That’s nice

 

[Jollyjoiner]

Cheers Hilly, thats what I thought when I started looking for a new watch

 

[Anonymous]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

That’s nice

Nice "vintage revival" that one,

 

[Jollyjoiner]

Yes Sticky, it's a throw back to a time piece from them when they we're the official timekeepers of the 1972 Olympics in Munich

 

[enzed4]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

Wow, that's what I call a crown guard
Very nice watch, love the 72 Olympics link.

 

[TitanTim]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

Likeing that, am I right in thinking it a solar quartz? or is there any mechanical workings?

Tim.

 

[enzed4]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

Likeing that, am I right in thinking it a solar quartz? or is there any mechanical workings?

Tim.

It's a quartz - with alarm by the looks of it.

 

[Jollyjoiner]

I've ordered one of these beauties, a Junghans 1972, just waiting for it to arrive at the shop so I can call and collect it

Likeing that, am I right in thinking it a solar quartz? or is there any mechanical workings?

Tim.

Yes Tim it's solar.
I was looking for an Automatic watch until these one caught my eye.

 

[TitanTim]

Thanks for the replies, I didn't want to look too hard as I've already just bought a watch :roll:

Tim.

 

[Ducklakeview]

Ok,

So the Sea Urchin landed today...

I LIKE it, nice and solid feeling, and sits well on my wrist...

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Little bargain IMHO!

Mike

Thought it worthy of a little update on this, had it on my wrist for just over a month now...

And I love it! I'm not precious at all about it, and haven't even bothered taking it off working on cars, even doing a clutch job the other week. It still looks like new and amazingly over 32 days it has been remarkably accurate. Just checked it against time.is and it's gained about 17 seconds!

Minus points? If has a non hacking movement which makes setting it to the second a bit awkward, and you can't manually wind it, but other than that, for £137 delivered including import taxes, it's an absolute bargain!

The hunt for a planet ocean however, is still ongoing...

Mike

 

[MrPT]

I have also gone for a cheap and cheerful option! Really wanted an automatic to wear daily and to not give too much of a sh!t about, and became fascinated by how much Invicta have split the enthusiast/horologist community. The brand heritage is a bit cringeworthy and the flagship model is an unashamed Submariner homage, but at £80 for this Pro Diver - wow. The movement is decent - a Seiko NH35A that is hacking, hand windable and nicely presented - and apart from a slightly cheap feeling clasp and stiff bezel, the overall quality seems great.





No idea how reliable it will be, but there's a decent warranty and, for the money, who cares? I really can see myself as someone who might invest in a nicer automatic watch in the future, but not yet.