The Watch Thread - Part 3

[Pagani_Z0nda]

one of the better brands that can execute roman indices well

there is also santos, looks like sportier tank but comes with a bezel. im not sure if they align their bezel screws though like AP, Hublot doesn't and it looks annoying at least to me

santos 100??????? classic

Fancy them..Simple yet Classy & elegant.

Thanks for the advise.

 

[chromehead]

Fancy them..Simple yet Classy & elegant.

Thanks for the advise.

good point to note is Santos 100 was the first wristwatch that flew lol

Ballon Bleu is nice, but some may find it a little feminine

their Calibre De Cartier is beautifully executed sporty piece too, love the case shape

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f67/wus-feature-calibre-de-cartier-put-test-554178.html

 

[chromehead]

came across this site of a watch repair guy

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plenty of well loved vintage pieces being cleaned, just navigate with the help of google translate

vintage quartz movements are really pretty

some interesting quartz like this and various Seiko Type II, Citizen Crystrons, Credors etc

SEIKO-VFA3923-502A

 

[yamcancook]

It's not on my wrist now, but here's a pict first, it's at the corner...

I think sports watches should be worn with thick straps if you go leather... Try it! Gives the watch more character

IS there a Nomos watch in that picture? Could you advise which model was it?

 

[Milo-Dino]

IWC Aquatimer Chronograph 3767-10, enquired a local AD previously. quote at Retail 10500. 10% discount max i think.

Seems you hoot a good deal.

If not wrong, iwc can get better than 10%. Up to salesperson discretion and if you confirm buying on spot.

Eur 5300 converted at 1.65 is still 8745. Seems like not that much cheaper...

 

[KohChris]

Look at below link, reason why omega start having individual shop in Singapore and sharp increase in their pricing.

Plush - What China's super rich like to buy

Ranking

Rolex ranking 47

Omega ranking 36

From what i know omega penetrate into China earlier than other brand and lay a good foundation.

Koh Chris happy ?

rolex is worn by all the ah teh and ah kao in china

Ah tiong smart, they want exclusivity, and they feel that since all the richman all wear rolex, they want sometyhing different yet luxurious ..so they buy omega



if you rich man, will you buy bottega veneta or gucci? Obvious answer is bottega ma.

 

[KohChris]

Iwc last time can get at 30% 4 years back.

not too long ago, 15%

 

[KohChris]

I just tell you this la. You go orchard road, you throw small pebble on anyone, the person is confirm wearing either sub/exp/daytona.

if you wear sub, you want so many people to wear sub oso? might as well wear casio rite

 

[billovee]

I just tell you this la. You go orchard road, you throw small pebble on anyone, the person is confirm wearing either sub/exp/daytona.

if you wear sub, you want so many people to wear sub oso? might as well wear casio rite

Im aiming at pp now and will buy only when I hit my target as motivation.

Don't feel there is a need to buy alot watches.

 

[billovee]

Iwc last time can get at 30% 4 years back.

not too long ago, 15%

Certain brand actually no value one. But after raising of China, certain then raise also

 

[Jeremy1]

Im aiming at pp now and will buy only when I hit my target as motivation.

Don't feel there is a need to buy alot watches.

Go for the LE PP and keep it in a watch cabinet.

After 2 years, can sell for a profit liao.

 

[billovee]

Go for the LE PP and keep it in a watch cabinet.

After 2 years, can sell for a profit liao.

That one smelly smelly 100k to 200k...

 

[Jeremy1]

That one smelly smelly 100k to 200k...

But it's price will be a premium in few years time if u keep it well.

That's what a SA from Vincent watch told me when I brought a Boxy Watch Winder from them and even best if u can get serial number 1 to 9.....................

 

[Jwee85]

Hi bros.. i just bought this at frankfurt airport for eur5300 after tax.

How much in sg ah? Nv do much research before and like it alot..so hooted

Iwc aquatimer chrono

Do you guys bring so much cash money on a trip?
Or use credit card to pay? Limit S$5,000 how to pay? Two cards?

 

[Jwee85]

maybe something like this?

saw ArisGold also has a similar model like this, only S$159. Metal bracelet.
Very tempted to buy.

 

[winorlose]

jwee bro.. limit 5k? boh lah..

of course must use cc..but since its a big purchase you will need to call up the bank first to authorise them to let the txn through.

loving it..the blue illuminated dials are jin swee

 

[patryn33]

Im aiming at pp now and will buy only when I hit my target as motivation.

Don't feel there is a need to buy alot watches.

Pp 5396 limited to 100pcs now it's ~usd$45k
5038 limited to 500 pcs was sold hkd$325k
http://www.antiquorum.com/catalog/lots/patek-philippe-ref-ref-5038-lot-266-318?estimate_facet=200000-500000&page=2

Hang around at the auction house for a sweet hoot

 

[hungpenglee]

I just tell you this la. You go orchard road, you throw small pebble on anyone, the person is confirm wearing either sub/exp/daytona.

if you wear sub, you want so many people to wear sub oso? might as well wear casio rite

I see more G-Shocks than rolex... No?

 

[KohChris]

Im aiming at pp now and will buy only when I hit my target as motivation.

Don't feel there is a need to buy alot watches.

suggest u get a platinum PP...sell away the rolex...

I suggest 1 dress, 1 sports and 1 beater.
And maybe 1 or 2 more to rotate around.

too many also represent inefficient use of money

 

[KohChris]

Certain brand actually no value one. But after raising of China, certain then raise also

but still have good value...