The Watch Thread - Part 3

[viberzdae]

I'm keen in sinn u1... anyone selling please pm me...

 

[trd2970]

Very big - 44mm. Was contemplating it when it was launched but doesn't look good on me. Personally still prefer the more traditional look for rolex watches. Maybe because I'm an uncle already. LOL

This one is 20k+ iirc. Was tempted when the ss version was announced as the initial launch was only available in precious metals.

I feel the ym2 kind of grows on me but I'm considering other choices at this price level hehe...

 

[trd2970]

Prefer Explorer / Sub / DSSD / Milgauss any day over this.

The boldly-emblazoned YM words on the blue ceramic bezel is quite the turn-off.

But yeah, agree that it's rare to spot one in the wild. Perhaps it's appeal and price leading to the demand and subsequently the rarity.

I'm thinking the ss one will be popular cos of relative affordability over the precious metal ones. It's a ground breaking bold design for rolex though. This one has more of a regatta feel than the YM which looks more like a Tag.

 

[dmitri]

Wow the tudor pelagos is beautiful.
How much is it?

RRP is 5530.

 

[dmitri]

I'm keen in sinn u1... anyone selling please pm me...

Should be an easy find on SWX and SGROC. But be warned about the sub-par and splotchy lume if you're a lume-head.

I'm thinking the ss one will be popular cos of relative affordability over the precious metal ones. It's a ground breaking bold design for rolex though. This one has more of a regatta feel than the YM which looks more like a Tag.

Yeah the YM's bezel was the problem.

 

[yattokame]

This one is 20k+ iirc. Was tempted when the ss version was announced as the initial launch was only available in precious metals.

I feel the ym2 kind of grows on me but I'm considering other choices at this price level hehe...

Yes it is. For the same price there're more choices out there.
Good for you if it grows on you

I remember there's a TT at collectorstime about 20k+

Edit:
Here it is
http://collectorstime.com/products/rolex-yacht-master-ii-18ksteel

 

[lovebrownie]

Gift for Hubby

Hi there, i am new, hope to get advice

My budget is between 5 - 8k, i wish to use credit card installment hehe

anyone can recommend some ideas, or any good sales person or AD i can look for? he currently owns a Tag Link, blue dial. He prefers metal strap, not leather strap..

personally i like the Santos with the metal strap. is that within my budget? appreciate you guys' help!

 

[billovee]

Hi there, i am new, hope to get advice

My budget is between 5 - 8k, i wish to use credit card installment hehe

anyone can recommend some ideas, or any good sales person or AD i can look for? he currently owns a Tag Link, blue dial. He prefers metal strap, not leather strap..

personally i like the Santos with the metal strap. is that within my budget? appreciate you guys' help!

Why buy a watch to torture yourself by paying installment ?

not enough money, buy simple watch

enough money , buy your dream watch.

some simple watch also very nice.

Casio G shock also very nice.

 

[trd2970]

Yes it is. For the same price there're more choices out there.
Good for you if it grows on you

I remember there's a TT at collectorstime about 20k+

Edit:
Here it is
Rolex Yacht-Master II 18K/Steel | Collectors Time

tempting... but gotta go KL lol

 

[trd2970]

Hi there, i am new, hope to get advice

My budget is between 5 - 8k, i wish to use credit card installment hehe

anyone can recommend some ideas, or any good sales person or AD i can look for? he currently owns a Tag Link, blue dial. He prefers metal strap, not leather strap..

personally i like the Santos with the metal strap. is that within my budget? appreciate you guys' help!

iirc only the santos galbee comes in steel bracelet, the regular santos 100 in its various sizes come in leather strap (the carbon comes with kevlar strap i think).

u probably have to fork out the higher end of your budget at least.

 

[yattokame]

tempting... but gotta go KL lol

No need. Can order and deliver. Have bought a couple of watches from them

reliable and been in the business for many many years - make sure you buy insurance, just in case, of course.

 

[yattokame]

Hi there, i am new, hope to get advice

My budget is between 5 - 8k, i wish to use credit card installment hehe

anyone can recommend some ideas, or any good sales person or AD i can look for? he currently owns a Tag Link, blue dial. He prefers metal strap, not leather strap..

personally i like the Santos with the metal strap. is that within my budget? appreciate you guys' help!

Good choice - but I would recommend the leather since he already has a sporty bracelet watch

You can find a few preowned ones going about 5-6k. (Bought my wife's santos for close to 7k, brand new from THG - could not find a preowned piece then)

Monster time gallery has one and they do 6 or 12mths instalments with citibank. Let me know of u wanna buy - am a personal friend of the proprietor will ask him for discounts for you.

edit:
here you go
http://www.monster-time.com/collection.aspx?scid=6

 

[yattokame]

There are a coupe of watches I am looking for..... couldn't find them in SWX or SG-ROC....anyone got any lobangs?

preowned preferred - usually don't buy new ones.

- Breguet La Tradition in yellow gold
- Chronoswiss Opus in steel

thanks in advance!

 

[pwillie]

There are a coupe of watches I am looking for..... couldn't find them in SWX or SG-ROC....anyone got any lobangs?

preowned preferred - usually don't buy new ones.

- Breguet La Tradition in yellow gold
- Chronoswiss Opus in steel

thanks in advance!

Breguet LT chuan watch has 1 but not yellow
Chronoswiss best bet might be collectorstime, he sold 1 quite recent.ww

 

[KohChris]

beautiful.....

 

[yattokame]

Breguet LT chuan watch has 1 but not yellow
Chronoswiss best bet might be collectorstime, he sold 1 quite recent.ww

thanks buddy

collectorstime IIRC, sold three - 2 old size and one grande (new size)..... and I just wasn't fast enough. had been watching their site for many many years. actually emailed them to keep me updated but till now no news

yup saw the one on chuan watches but like what you said, it's not yellow gold. An antique looking piece like this should be yellow gold, IMHO..... (cheaper also hahaha)....

 

[yattokame]

iirc only the santos galbee comes in steel bracelet, the regular santos 100 in its various sizes come in leather strap (the carbon comes with kevlar strap i think).

u probably have to fork out the higher end of your budget at least.

yup...IIRC the leather strapped santos is the special 100th anniversary - turns out to be a big hit.

the santos was originally on bracelet.

 

[chingchangchong]

where can i go about getting a deployment clasp for my leather strapped watch? currently have the hamilton viewmatic.

 

[yattokame]

where can i go about getting a deployment clasp for my leather strapped watch? currently have the hamilton viewmatic.

Hi have u tried watch shops? I'm not sure exactly which one but can ask around.

Deployant buckles should not be too difficult to find. Let me find a couple of strap makers and see if they can help.

Edit
Found one:
http://www.strapcode.com/store/

Depending on the size of your watch lugs, best is to get in touch with them. All the best!

Edit again
Its 20mm. The url i gave u has 20mm size straps with deployant buckle. Happy searching!

 

[chingchangchong]

Hi have u tried watch shops? I'm not sure exactly which one but can ask around.

Deployant buckles should not be too difficult to find. Let me find a couple of strap makers and see if they can help.

Edit
Found one:
Panerai Style Watch Band, Watch Strap | Leather Replacement Bands for Watches - www.strapcode.com

Depending on the size of your watch lugs, best is to get in touch with them. All the best!

Edit again
Its 20mm. The url i gave u has 20mm size straps with deployant buckle. Happy searching!

thank you very much for the reply. i have only checked the one watch *shop near my place and they didn't have it. i actually prefer to get it locally because that way i can view the deployment clasps. again, thank you for replying!