The Watch Thread - Part 7

[a562140]

Remembered I have another speedy..automatic 1957 Japanese Limited Edition...poor man's version of Paul Newman Daytona !

now we're talking - limited edition speedy pro's !

definitely not a poor man's watch

 

[rodimus_prime]

Last one for tonight ...Speedy HB-SIA Limited Edition with the Yatto pose sans footwear !

 

[rodimus_prime]

now we're talking - limited edition speedy pro's !

definitely not a poor man's watch

Would you believe if I told you that I got the 1957 Speedy BNIB for under S$3k in Tokyo ? I actually did. PM me if you want details.

 

[rodimus_prime]

OK you win

Just curious: would you mind sharing some thoughts about your collection? Also, what will be next for you?

In the hunt for a PP 5990. That will be my final piece....I think. Usually I buy my wife and I each a timepiece to mark a significant moment in our lives. Waiting for the next milestone to provide the reason to hoot !

 

[a562140]

In the hunt for a PP 5990. That will be my final piece....I think. Usually I buy my wife and I each a timepiece to mark a significant moment in our lives. Waiting for the next milestone to provide the reason to hoot !

looks like a life well lived so far then
c'est la vie !

 

[a562140]

Would you believe if I told you that I got the 1957 Speedy BNIB for under S$3k in Tokyo ? I actually did. PM me if you want details.

no way !

defintely going to PM you but fair warning : i won't be the only one

 

[a562140]

Last one for tonight ...Speedy HB-SIA Limited Edition with the Yatto pose sans footwear !

time + date + chrono + gmt = the most useful speedy around

 

[rachdanon]

In praise of Orient dress watches and some fine pictures. The black rose gold one in black suit is a killer.

Orient Dress Watches: The Best Budget Option? | aBlogtoWatch

 

[rodimus_prime]

Here's a lobang for my fellow watch enthusiasts.

If you or your friends happen to transit in Dubai around 18th-20th Dec each year, take note that Dubai Duty Free offers 25% discount on a large range of watches - Omega included, but not Rolex.

http://dubaidutyfree.com/media_center/news_detail/540/25-Discount-to-Mark-Dubai-Duty-Free’s-31st-Anniversary

 

[gaoxing84]

Would you believe if I told you that I got the 1957 Speedy BNIB for under S$3k in Tokyo ? I actually did. PM me if you want details.

Seriously? Haha omg I need the details!

 

[yattokame]

Here's a lobang for my fellow watch enthusiasts.

If you or your friends happen to transit in Dubai around 18th-20th Dec each year, take note that Dubai Duty Free offers 25% discount on a large range of watches - Omega included, but not Rolex.

Dubai Duty Free

mai tu liao.

my sis stays in Dubai.

was chatting with my BIL over CNY. there's a dealer that sells 2nd piece for 50% off.

going to dubai next month...... will go check it out.

 

[a562140]

mai tu liao.

my sis stays in Dubai.

was chatting with my BIL over CNY. there's a dealer that sells 2nd piece for 50% off.

going to dubai next month...... will go check it out.

waiting for yatto's mass order now!

 

[arcfire]

Prime, you have really nice pieces there!

 

[Henabi]

Waiting Yatto dai kor MO...

 

[arctuates]

Feel like getting a vintage mk2. How much can it cost now?

Excellent Omega Speedmaster Mark II Model 145 014 | eBay

 

[rachdanon]

Last day back in hometown with wife. Was so bored in the kampung. Armed with my Hotlink sim card I read A LOT on watches in particular JLC and my appreciation and respect for the brand has skyrocketed. Learnt they are really great at ultra thin watches. Check the Jubilee out. The entire watch at its thickest is 4.05mm, no thicker than the strap. This takes tremendous amount of watchmaking skill apparently.

JLC actually is the horologist's dream. They offer the same horological goodness of a PP and Lange that you don't have to be extremely wealthy to enjoy. I think I actually love JLC now.

Check out this interesting thread on WUS. In the page someone lists several value for money JLCs one can get for the price of a Rolex sub. I didn't know that. Very cool.

http://forums.watchuseek.com/f2/jlc-vs-top-brands-718907-7.html

 

[fade_white]

Much lighter in weight ?

Ti is lighter and feels "warmer" when worn. But downside is if you put a scratch on it, it's going to be harder to buff out.

Sent from RIM PASSPORT using GAGT

Eh..I read on the contrary its easier to buff out the scratches. My personal experience is that when scratched its more obvious. That is different from saying it is more easily scratched.

so other than weight and appearance, any functional difference? Like is it harder or softer, does it resist corrosion more, etc?

 

[Donten]

Last few to share..

you got this from ad or is this a pre own piece?

 

[gaoxing84]

Excellent Omega Speedmaster Mark II Model 145 014 | eBay

8 days of bidding. Just placed my bid. Thanks for the hookup. Haha

 

[yattokame]

waiting for yatto's mass order now!

knowing me.....mass orgy is better

COME ON BABY!!!!!