The Watch Thread - Part 4

[Paladium]

But this one is 2010? Still have in boutique? Sorry if this is a noob question.

no, the blue one is the lastest 2013 model not the older black/grey one.

 

[DuaPuiJi]

Thinking of getting this

 

[Lurker_13]

no, the blue one is the lastest 2013 model not the older black/grey one.

Thanks for the info, will still dropby ADs or the boutique at MBS to molest the watches..

 

[Nichi]

will be traveling to Switzerland, Italy and Paris next Sunday.

are any watch brands there cheaper than SG?

heard that the difference isnt much and some actually more ex

 

[All in a Day]

will be traveling to Switzerland, Italy and Paris next Sunday.

are any watch brands there cheaper than SG?

heard that the difference isnt much and some actually more ex

Suggest maybe u can look at it from a different angle:

1. Any watch u have in mind? No point buy a watch for the sake of it being cheaper..
2. If yes, check out the local shops 1st to get an idea of the price net of discounts.
3. When u are in Europe, can pop into the shops and do your sums whether the watch will cost u more or less.

I understand that PAMs are cheaper in Italy. Swiss is not cheap to get watches.

U also need to consider the FX rates, whether u are willing to set time for VAT refund and whether the location of the watch shops are convenient to your itinerary.

Some bros may have direct Europe watch shopping experience to share which will be much more valuable.

 

[arcfire]

Suggest maybe u can look at it from a different angle:

1. Any watch u have in mind? No point buy a watch for the sake of it being cheaper..
2. If yes, check out the local shops 1st to get an idea of the price net of discounts.
3. When u are in Europe, can pop into the shops and do your sums whether the watch will cost u more or less.

I understand that PAMs are cheaper in Italy. Swiss is not cheap to get watches.

U also need to consider the FX rates, whether u are willing to set time for VAT refund and whether the location of the watch shops are convenient to your itinerary.

Some bros may have direct Europe watch shopping experience to share which will be much more valuable.

You may also want to consider checking out grey dealer prices as another benchmark depending on whether you mind getting grey sets.

Take a look at the threads in sgroc. There are threads that discuss this there in more details. Depending on models and popularity, you may not find watches that you want there as well so its good if you can check for availability in advance.

I agree that Swiss prices are not attractive nowadays.

 

[Paladium]

A short and interesting read for you guys.

Budget Recommendations from Watchmaking Grandmasters -Philippe Dufour, Kari Voutilenen, Laurent Ferrier and Roger Smith

 

[Andy0601a]

have kids early. nobody is ever ready. you will be ready when your kids arrive they complete my life

:')

10 char

 

[Paladium]

will be traveling to Switzerland, Italy and Paris next Sunday.

are any watch brands there cheaper than SG?

heard that the difference isnt much and some actually more ex

What the 2 bros said earlier.

I went to those 3 in Nov, don't bother with switzerland if price is a concern.

Pams in italy are somewhat cheaper but usually OOS for base models.

Paris is pretty alright in terms of prices after the vat rebate but have to take credit card exchange rate into consideration. And also depends on the brand and model.

Back then I kept an eye out for the FC moonphase and Longines moonphase and these 2 models were definitely cheaper in Paris.

Do you have any particular watch in mind?

If you are travelling with group, the tour manager will probably bring you to the various Bucherers to collect Rolex spoons like the one below. Cheap thrill for me.

 

[Azrielsc]

Azrielsc... this is Lizard skin right?

Nope... Cobra skin. I already have 1 python skin for my wife's Pam so decided to go with something more exotic.

oh sorry to hear that.

dont give up jiayou jiayou

Have you considered TCM? Know of a sinseh that is quite recommended.

Thanks for the encouragement. No worries at all, not really uptight about the situation. If have, have, if don't have, nevermind.

Thinking of asking for a mia-noi (2nd wife in Thai) if I want a child. Mia-Luang (1st wife in Thai) must agree 1st. I think cheaper for a 2nd wife than trying for a child.

If I don't post after this, say a few words at my grave. Hehehe!

 

[discoburg]

Yeah usually the 5600 range is better for ladies. Bought the red one for my sis too.

However for the G-shocks you shock go with GA or GD series, looks pretty fine on a lady as well. My wife is wearing mine.

Haha, I think any 5600 series- the 'square' G shocks fits me pretty okay. It's the 'round shaped/odd shape' type that I will encounter problems.

I like the new camouflage series (red model) - G-SHOCK TO RELEASE NEW 'CAMO SERIES' | Sneaker Freaker but due to the size I'll never able to pull that off.

 

[adr77]

Thanks for the encouragement. No worries at all, not really uptight about the situation. If have, have, if don't have, nevermind.

Thinking of asking for a mia-noi (2nd wife in Thai) if I want a child. Mia-Luang (1st wife in Thai) must agree 1st. I think cheaper for a 2nd wife than trying for a child.

If I don't post after this, say a few words at my grave. Hehehe!

I tried for 18mths then dio n during that period simi kangtao oso tried. but these i do recomm. went for analysis of the soldiers deployed, eat oysters & esp tomatoes (said to increase liveliness of our soldiers) lastly go guan yim mah temple at bugis to pray. Choke dee na krap!

my other friend in FS biz told me to get god son or daughters will also help.

sorry for OOT.

 

[arcfire]

What the 2 bros said earlier.

I went to those 3 in Nov, don't bother with switzerland if price is a concern.

Pams in italy are somewhat cheaper but usually OOS for base models.

Paris is pretty alright in terms of prices after the vat rebate but have to take credit card exchange rate into consideration. And also depends on the brand and model.

Back then I kept an eye out for the FC moonphase and Longines moonphase and these 2 models were definitely cheaper in Paris.

Do you have any particular watch in mind?

If you are travelling with group, the tour manager will probably bring you to the various Bucherers to collect Rolex spoons like the one below. Cheap thrill for me.

I have those too! Not sure where they are now.....

 

[arcfire]

Nope... Cobra skin. I already have 1 python skin for my wife's Pam so decided to go with something more exotic.





Thanks for the encouragement. No worries at all, not really uptight about the situation. If have, have, if don't have, nevermind.

Thinking of asking for a mia-noi (2nd wife in Thai) if I want a child. Mia-Luang (1st wife in Thai) must agree 1st. I think cheaper for a 2nd wife than trying for a child.

If I don't post after this, say a few words at my grave. Hehehe!

As long as there isn't any genetic or physical anomalies(which I assume you've already ruled out since you've been to many doctors) that prevent you from having kids, I'm sure you'll be able to have kids. Its just a matter of time.

You're suggestion does sound like a very tempting proposal.... hahaha.....

 

[arcfire]

A short and interesting read for you guys.

Budget Recommendations from Watchmaking Grandmasters -Philippe Dufour, Kari Voutilenen, Laurent Ferrier and Roger Smith

Interesting picks.....

 

[Azrielsc]

As long as there isn't any genetic or physical anomalies(which I assume you've already ruled out since you've been to many doctors) that prevent you from having kids, I'm sure you'll be able to have kids. Its just a matter of time.

You're suggestion does sound like a very tempting proposal.... hahaha.....

I tried for 18mths then dio n during that period simi kangtao oso tried. but these i do recomm. went for analysis of the soldiers deployed, eat oysters & esp tomatoes (said to increase liveliness of our soldiers) lastly go guan yim mah temple at bugis to pray. Choke dee na krap!

my other friend in FS biz told me to get god son or daughters will also help.

sorry for OOT.

Interesting picks.....

haha... From watches to soldiers Thanks though.

Look on the bright side, I get to aim for an ALS. Can't choose PP because I am not looking at giving to the next generation. Hahaha!

 

[This Is Fate]

anyone knows where can i get this watch the cheapest in sg?

 

[Oceania]

nobody is ever ready lah. but I tell you, my biggest regret is having kids too late.

after getting married at 25/26, we wanted to have a yr or two to ourselves; then wanted to build our careers, then want this want that......by the time we checked, i'm already 32.

when my kids are supposedly financially ready on their own at 25, i'm already 58. I'd probably be a burden to them early in their career if I want them to give me an allowance (it's something I will insist).

have kids early. nobody is ever ready. you will be ready when your kids arrive they complete my life

Yatto-san, i wldn't call that a regret, because things wld have been very different if you chose to have kids earlier. Who knows, you may not even be where you are today. Maybe it was meant to happen this way for you so that things will eventually work out to be the best for you and your family

Anyway, 30s is still young to have kids lah. You will have good karma, so go forth and multiply!

 

[yattokame]

I vaguely remember somebody was looking at a PP aquanaut from chuan watches a little while back - about 16k?

there's another one up for sale on swx good luck!

 

[Oceania]

I... like Vacheron Constantin Patrimony... when I saw the announcement at SIHH me is ... now with some new photo... *droll*

and.........

omg it's damn chio! Xiao liao i will be poisoned jialat jialat