The Watch Thread - Part 5

[yattokame]

This is nice. More info please?

Thats the skx007.....i just know its an automatic mvt and no clear caseback and very well received model.

 

[bob83hello]

Thats what I like about the P1. The polished steel.

the p2 and p2/2 is also equally nice. but to fork out more money for a m.i.c is quite hard la.

 

[Azrielsc]

Hi guys,

Since we are all here for the love of watches, I will like to understand from everyone if there is any intention of passing on a watch as heirloom to your next generation?

I am married for a year and without kids, but I am already planning to source for a watch that I can pass down to my kid(s).

Currently on my shortlist will be:

1) Rolex DJ (Roman White dial)
2) Grand Seiko SBGH022 (Rose Gold)

I will prefer to pass down a dress watch as I feel it is more suitable. Doesn't have to be expensive but suitable. (Cannot be a Camo G-Shock right?

My wife says it is too early to think about these things...
But I do it for the massive love for my family, since my late dad did not pass on any stuffs to us due to his sudden "Goodbye".

I wonder if any bros here has given a thought about this and will be planning to do so, can share your intended heirloom watch with us all?

I am lucky to possess a watch that was passed down from my late grandfather, a 1966 Pagol watch. My family and I discovered it in my grandmother's drawer whilst we were helping her tidy it up in 2013. It was a little bit scratched up and grimy but it was still ticking along after winding it up. I believed it was kept in the drawer after my grandfather's passing in 1994. 19 years in a drawer...

I sent it to Heirloom Gallery for a full servicing and after 2-3 months, it came back! They managed to source an authentic bezel since the original was cracked. They left the hands untouched so there is a bit of discolouration on it, which is fine by me.

When I received the watch back from Shawn of Heirloom Gallery and put it together with its box and receipt, I was actually overcomed with emotion. I really missed my grandfather and all the experiences I had with him. Pushing him on the wheelchair to the balcony for his daily after meal smoke. Listening to his stories of him saving up till his 40s with his meagre earnings as a fitter in the shipyards to afford this watch. The tough life and the anguish of not being able to put my dad through secondary school really stuck with me.

Now whilst wearing this watch, I feel that part of him is still with me, looking over my shoulder, guiding me.

And of all my material possessions, the watch collection, etc, this S$40 watch ranks top, the most precious possession I have.

It would be a much different story if my granddad bought a PP and have it stored in a safe for a couple of decades and then passed it on to me. I would not have valued it so much as there is no attachment to it.

So you can see, it does not matter what kind of item, be it watch, that you want to pass down to your decendents. It is the memories and experiences you attach to it. So whatever you choose, a Casio, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, AP, PP, etc, wear it whilst going through life with your family, it will be much more meaningful to them than the price.

Ha... getting all sentimental here.

 

[kwaychapy]

not to add on to the poison - but the pebble steel series is in stock... no more back orders...

 

[Paladium]

I am lucky to possess a watch that was passed down from my late grandfather, a 1966 Pagol watch. My family and I discovered it in my grandmother's drawer whilst we were helping her tidy it up in 2013. It was a little bit scratched up and grimy but it was still ticking along after winding it up. I believed it was kept in the drawer after my grandfather's passing in 1994. 19 years in a drawer...

I sent it to Heirloom Gallery for a full servicing and after 2-3 months, it came back! They managed to source an authentic bezel since the original was cracked. They left the hands untouched so there is a bit of discolouration on it, which is fine by me.

When I received the watch back from Shawn of Heirloom Gallery and put it together with its box and receipt, I was actually overcomed with emotion. I really missed my grandfather and all the experiences I had with him. Pushing him on the wheelchair to the balcony for his daily after meal smoke. Listening to his stories of him saving up till his 40s with his meagre earnings as a fitter in the shipyards to afford this watch. The tough life and the anguish of not being able to put my dad through secondary school really stuck with me.

Now whilst wearing this watch, I feel that part of him is still with me, looking over my shoulder, guiding me.

And of all my material possessions, the watch collection, etc, this S$40 watch ranks top, the most precious possession I have.

It would be a much different story if my granddad bought a PP and have it stored in a safe for a couple of decades and then passed it on to me. I would not have valued it so much as there is no attachment to it.

So you can see, it does not matter what kind of item, be it watch, that you want to pass down to your decendents. It is the memories and experiences you attach to it. So whatever you choose, a Casio, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, AP, PP, etc, wear it whilst going through life with your family, it will be much more meaningful to them than the price.

Ha... getting all sentimental here.

Fantastic experience and a very worthy heirloom piece.

Liked this story just as much as when I first read it.

 

[dahui~]

Thats the skx007.....i just know its an automatic mvt and no clear caseback and very well received model.

Looks very nice in pic.
Good poison!

 

[Vanilla Way]

Wife asking for my opinion. I think the bambino matches better.

Bambino

 

[Vanilla Way]

I am lucky to possess a watch that was passed down from my late grandfather, a 1966 Pagol watch. My family and I discovered it in my grandmother's drawer whilst we were helping her tidy it up in 2013. It was a little bit scratched up and grimy but it was still ticking along after winding it up. I believed it was kept in the drawer after my grandfather's passing in 1994. 19 years in a drawer...

I sent it to Heirloom Gallery for a full servicing and after 2-3 months, it came back! They managed to source an authentic bezel since the original was cracked. They left the hands untouched so there is a bit of discolouration on it, which is fine by me.

When I received the watch back from Shawn of Heirloom Gallery and put it together with its box and receipt, I was actually overcomed with emotion. I really missed my grandfather and all the experiences I had with him. Pushing him on the wheelchair to the balcony for his daily after meal smoke. Listening to his stories of him saving up till his 40s with his meagre earnings as a fitter in the shipyards to afford this watch. The tough life and the anguish of not being able to put my dad through secondary school really stuck with me.

Now whilst wearing this watch, I feel that part of him is still with me, looking over my shoulder, guiding me.

And of all my material possessions, the watch collection, etc, this S$40 watch ranks top, the most precious possession I have.

It would be a much different story if my granddad bought a PP and have it stored in a safe for a couple of decades and then passed it on to me. I would not have valued it so much as there is no attachment to it.

So you can see, it does not matter what kind of item, be it watch, that you want to pass down to your decendents. It is the memories and experiences you attach to it. So whatever you choose, a Casio, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, AP, PP, etc, wear it whilst going through life with your family, it will be much more meaningful to them than the price.

Ha... getting all sentimental here.

wow,nice piece with a beautiful story. how much did you spend to get it serviced?

 

[slow_mo]

I am lucky to possess a watch that was passed down from my late grandfather, a 1966 Pagol watch. My family and I discovered it in my grandmother's drawer whilst we were helping her tidy it up in 2013. It was a little bit scratched up and grimy but it was still ticking along after winding it up. I believed it was kept in the drawer after my grandfather's passing in 1994. 19 years in a drawer...

I sent it to Heirloom Gallery for a full servicing and after 2-3 months, it came back! They managed to source an authentic bezel since the original was cracked. They left the hands untouched so there is a bit of discolouration on it, which is fine by me.

When I received the watch back from Shawn of Heirloom Gallery and put it together with its box and receipt, I was actually overcomed with emotion. I really missed my grandfather and all the experiences I had with him. Pushing him on the wheelchair to the balcony for his daily after meal smoke. Listening to his stories of him saving up till his 40s with his meagre earnings as a fitter in the shipyards to afford this watch. The tough life and the anguish of not being able to put my dad through secondary school really stuck with me.

Now whilst wearing this watch, I feel that part of him is still with me, looking over my shoulder, guiding me.

And of all my material possessions, the watch collection, etc, this S$40 watch ranks top, the most precious possession I have.

It would be a much different story if my granddad bought a PP and have it stored in a safe for a couple of decades and then passed it on to me. I would not have valued it so much as there is no attachment to it.

So you can see, it does not matter what kind of item, be it watch, that you want to pass down to your decendents. It is the memories and experiences you attach to it. So whatever you choose, a Casio, Seiko, Rolex, Panerai, AP, PP, etc, wear it whilst going through life with your family, it will be much more meaningful to them than the price.

Ha... getting all sentimental here.

Interesting read... A heirloom worth passing down to the next generation as it comes with a life story...

 

[slow_mo]

not to add on to the poison - but the pebble steel series is in stock... no more back orders...

Reposting my photo...



The middle one is my boys' favorite watch face. Mouth closes and opens after every minute.

 

[Azrielsc]

Interesting read... A heirloom worth passing down to the next generation as it comes with a life story...

wow,nice piece with a beautiful story. how much did you spend to get it serviced?

Fantastic experience and a very worthy heirloom piece.

Liked this story just as much as when I first read it.

Thanks all.

On this S$40 watch... it cost me S$280 and 2-3 months to get it serviced. The price didn't matter, as long as the watch got some TLC, it is all that counts!

 

[kwaychapy]

Reposting my photo...



The middle one is my boys' favorite watch face. Mouth closes and opens after every minute.

u one of the early backers? so far how is the battery life n as watch overall?

 

[slow_mo]

Thanks all.

On this S$40 watch... it cost me S$280 and 2-3 months to get it serviced. The price didn't matter, as long as the watch got some TLC, it is all that counts!

Your grandfather spent more effort earning that S$40 compared to your S$280!!!

Seeing it on your wrist... Priceless!!!

 

[Denieru82]

Oh yeah..! Nice.. Now, where is Mr t..

 

[slow_mo]

u one of the early backers? so far how is the battery life n as watch overall?

There is no campaign for Pebble Steel. I sold my Pebble Watch (orange) when I ordered the Pebble Steel.

Battery life is ok. I'm getting about 4 to 6 days from 1 charge. Construction of the Pebble Steel is good. The metal bracelet is however not good as it is made of folded links.

The Pebble Watch has came a long way from its very first launch. There is a dedicated App Store for the watch faces and apps. The watch faces and apps are better integrated with the mobile device and watch. It works on both Android and iOS.

My old Pebble Watch (orange) is below:

 

[Denieru82]

I am both ”中邪” and ”吸毒”
Hahahahahaha

How about 南帝、北丐、中神通？

南帝 - Triste..?
中神通 - iceflight..?
北丐 - anyone following this thread who do not own a single watch..?

 

[Azrielsc]

Your grandfather spent more effort earning that S$40 compared to your S$280!!!

Seeing it on your wrist... Priceless!!!

It didn't matter if the servicing cost S$2.80, S$280, S$2,800, etc.

Or even if the watch didn't work at all, it has a special place in my heart and house. If only he was still here to see how much my family has grown throughout the years.

 

[Denieru82]

After digging for it in the forum for so long.. Here is Mr T for yatto dai kor..

 

[bob83hello]

There is no campaign for Pebble Steel. I sold my Pebble Watch (orange) when I ordered the Pebble Steel.

Battery life is ok. I'm getting about 4 to 6 days from 1 charge. Construction of the Pebble Steel is good. The metal bracelet is however not good as it is made of folded links.

The Pebble Watch has came a long way from its very first launch. There is a dedicated App Store for the watch faces and apps. The watch faces and apps are better integrated with the mobile device and watch. It works on both Android and iOS.

My old Pebble Watch (orange) is below:

The pebble is an amazing pcs of tech in there. only dragged the wait. but they replaced mine due to the flickering screen which i sold it off. keeping my pebble in the cupboard for a long time...

still the best watch tech compared to the rest

 

[bob83hello]

u one of the early backers? so far how is the battery life n as watch overall?

mine is not steel, batt life is impressive compared to others.

if you r office-based, u can just leave it there charging so it wont die on u. i can safely say 6 days with connectivity usage. without i read is 30days.