Perpetually admiring....

Aug 14, 2009,12:22 PM
 

...your rendition of the lovely 04.0.

By the way, is the metal washer (?) atop the center of the hands also done in rose gold to match the case?

-Tom

 

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It's Friday at Moulin Rouge !!!!

 
By: bimbeano : August 13th, 2009-15:27
gitche gitche ya ya, da da, gitchi gitchi ya ya here Mocca chocalata ya ya, Creole Lady Marmalade Voulez-vous coucher avec moi, ce soir? Voulez-vous coucher avec moi? This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2009-08-13 23:00:55 This message has been ed...  

I love it when you talk dirty...

 
By: mrsnak : August 13th, 2009-18:10
Isn't there a McDonald's in the plaza across the street- near the sex toy shop. LOL. The whole area became family-friendly. For some families, anyway...

It's friday morning here too.

 
By: fernando : August 13th, 2009-18:25
Now which one of these should I pick to enjoy this rainy day with? My choice: HAGWE everyone. fernando...  

Congrats!

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-00:34
Lovely Chopard, and cufflinks too! Very dashing ensemble! HAGWE and enjoy your new watch! Cheers, Daos

Merci Moi Cherie

 
By: ArthurSG : August 14th, 2009-01:38
It's a little present I bought for myself in advance of my birthday next week.

Spoilt …

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-04:08
Happy birthday for next week; always nice to spoil yourself a little. Chopard did some lovely work with this regulator dial. Congratulations and nice picture. Andrew

Thanks Andrew

 
By: ArthurSG : August 14th, 2009-04:54
I did a little write-up in the Chopard section as well with a shot of the movement.

happy birthday...

 
By: FanFrancisco : August 14th, 2009-08:47
wow, the birthday is always the good reason to get something good for ourselves. anywya happy birthday in advance and happy national day too! stefan

Perpetually enamored....

 
By: tempusfugit : August 13th, 2009-20:26
A comfortable, thin, easily set (one button), JLC perpetual calendar for this weekend. tempusfugit...  

In this instance it is less than clear which is....

 
By: tempusfugit : August 14th, 2009-20:43
the main course and which is dessert! However, I believe I like your characterization of the two. tempusfugit

Perpetually admiring....

 
By: tee530 : August 14th, 2009-12:22
...your rendition of the lovely 04.0. By the way, is the metal washer (?) atop the center of the hands also done in rose gold to match the case? -Tom

Yes, I believe the "washer(s)" you reference...

 
By: tempusfugit : August 14th, 2009-20:38
are of rose gold also and match the applied numerals (and the case). It is a nice attention to detail from Dornblueth which you have noticed. tempusfugit

Just to be clear the washers are actually...

 
By: tempusfugit : August 21st, 2009-19:37
rose gold plated brass. According to Dornblueth solid rose gold washers would be too soft for this particular use. tempusfugit

It's a mixture of loving longing...

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-23:09
...and a hint of melancholy at not being able to touch with my own hands, and admire with my hungry eyes! Your wrist shots are helpful though! They are the next best thing to seeing with my own eyes, and feeling the cool metal against my own wrist! Cheers... 

Indeed!

 
By: donizetti : August 14th, 2009-07:11
awesome. They just really got everything risght with this watch, I think. HAGWE, Andreas

Triple the fun …

 
By: AndrewD : August 13th, 2009-22:27
Triple date moon phase chronograph by Minerva. Mmm hmmm, gitche gitche ya ya, da da … Thanks KS for suggesting it, and JR for making it possible ....  

Hey!

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-00:39
Is this a new pickup, Andrew? Gorgeous! There's something so romantic about Minerva watches. What year is your beauty from? Cheers, Daos

That Minerva script is so evocative.

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-03:35
Thanks Daos, pleased you like it. On my wrist since Tuesday. There is little accurate information available, but I think mid to late 1960’s. Internet chatter is that there were less than 50 of these produced in steel. I am trying to get more information f...  

The magic of Minerva was their ability to render both simple . . .

 
By: Dr No : August 14th, 2009-10:55
. . . and complex designs without a hint of fussiness. Almost every Minerva I've encountered exudes a sense a purposeful design, which partly accounts for my affection for the brand. Very, very nice, Andrew . . . cordially, Art

Lovely watch, Andrew!

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-03:14
I have a similar one from a "no name" label called "Comor" with a similar movement as I suppose. My watch dates from my early days when my funds where quite limited. The small second at 9 o´clock also features a 24 hour indication, otherwise they look the... 

Valjoux …

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-03:54
Thanks Anaesdoc, Do you still have the Comor? Most of these triple date chronographs used the Valjoux 7X family of calibres with some variations including the moonphase and 24 hour indication. These movements were used in a variety of watches from Rolex, ...  

Yes, I do still have it...

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-04:17
..., but never looked into it ! Neither did a watchmaker :-(! As it keeps excellent time I did not bother to have it serviced until now. Best again, anaesdoc

Pic of Comor

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-07:53
Hi Andrew, I was able to trace a pic of my Comor: I now see that the subdials differ in comparison to your watch though. Best regards, anaesdoc...  

Minerva embers ...

 
By: AndrewD : August 15th, 2009-17:32
Thanks. You have been keeping the Minerva embers glowing yourself. Let's hope we see a few more of them here, and that the Montblanc venture keeps the spirit of the company alive. Andrew

GREAT photo, Jeff!

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-00:41
The patina on the dial is fantastic! I love this photograph! HAGWE! Daos

Thanks Daos...

 
By: DrStrong : August 14th, 2009-01:05
...this watch is maybe my favourite...will I ever find better in terms of patina and rarity ? HAGWE Jeff

Favourite?

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-04:18
That’s saying a lot, Jeff. It is a very special Submariner and you capture the interest in the dial beautifully. Thanks! Andrew

Well...

 
By: DrStrong : August 14th, 2009-09:40
I'm a sucker for gilt/glossy dials...so when the dial is tropical ....it makes the watch even more desirable.... and having the Tiffany & Co. signature on a rugged 1960's divers' watch fits my definition of luxury: at least I can drop my watch safely in a...  

"When a man's life..

 
By: pplater : August 14th, 2009-22:20
...depends on his watch, chances are he's wearing a Rolex" ???? Reading that quote, it seems like the right time to air this shot again (with thanks and apologies to original poster, identity lost in the mists) - ;-) Cheers, pplater....  

The biggest....

 
By: pplater : August 14th, 2009-22:48
....(yes, the 'biggest') laugh of the day !!!!! Many thanks! Cheers, pplater.

Awesome, Jeff!

 
By: amanico : August 15th, 2009-09:06
This one is a keepr, my friend... What a dial! I don't even see the Tiffany writing, as I'm captvivated by the sublime patina! Best, Nicolas

Rainbow …

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-04:23
I’m a complete Rolex dweeb, Ryan, but I’m keen to learn more. One of you will have to do a post on the rainbow of Submariner colours produced. I know about the green anniversary model, but what is the history of this blue version? Very strikin... 

Polaris fever

 
By: =RWK= : August 14th, 2009-00:07
Wonderful watch and photograph as always Patrice! HAGWE! -- Richard.

play time!

 
By: Cookies : August 14th, 2009-00:21
wearing my mickey all day. This message has been edited by Cookies on 2009-08-14 00:21:49...  

New Watch

 
By: flamenco : August 14th, 2009-00:26
Well......... Kind off With a working GMT function And a display back (rotor actually moves)...  

Fun!

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-01:06
I like your photo, Filip! HAGWE! Here's a picture for you of our favorite watch -- Cheers, Daos...  

Great scenery for a great watch

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-03:16
Hi Daos, I like the black-and-white shot of your Longines Legend Diver, but the background also is very appealing! Best, anaesdoc

Thanks!

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-08:21
I appreciate your kind words! Enjoy the weekend! Cheers, Daos

Nice one ...

 
By: bimbeano : August 14th, 2009-13:52
diver at the beach .... here's another one ... look at the patina on the dial Cheers DX !!! Filip...  

Thanks, Nicolas!

 
By: dxboon : August 16th, 2009-09:46
Being somewhere with great natural scenery helps inspire my photography, I think. The Longines is such a photogenic watch, in black & white, or color. I love it! Cheers, Daos

An ocean of beer...

 
By: dxboon : August 16th, 2009-09:47
...now THAT would be paradise for me. Well, as long as it was GOOD beer, otherwise it'd be hell on earth. Cheers, Daos

Minerva

 
By: deBalzac : August 14th, 2009-02:09
Hello! Wearing the Minerva Pythagore today Minerva Cal. 48, 17 jewels, 18000 A/h...  

this arrived about 30 minutes ago so only quick pics

 
By: G99 : August 14th, 2009-02:45
my 3rd and hopefully last Omega seamaster 300 from 1964. it needs a bit of work, but thats why i bought it. more details and pics will be on Omega forum. Graham...  

Thats why i like vintage...

 
By: kbc.2222 : August 14th, 2009-06:10
Very great untouch vintage SM 300... Please...Leave it like that...COOL... Like to see the ori conditions...REALLY... Congrats Best Chung This message has been edited by kbc.2222 on 2009-08-14 06:12:07

Congrats !!!!

 
By: bimbeano : August 14th, 2009-13:55
But i think you're completely nuts ... Soooo, now you can share a WS with 3 '64 SM ???? Filip

Love this watch

 
By: Ginger : August 14th, 2009-06:58
I am at present deliberating whether to acquire a copper dial arabic version. So many watches, so hard to choose... Ginger

Hoops,...

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-03:20
...and I thought the watch was designed to check another person´s pulse and respirations ! Stay normofrequent and do not hyperventilate then! Best medical regards, anaesdoc

Nothing special today

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-03:23
Being at work, this one has to suffice during the day. In the meantime it´s on a NATO strap. I´ll send a photo if I´ll manage. anaesdoc...  

But this new one for leisure time!

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-08:01
My new (although no more ones are built) Omega Seamaster on a NATO strap. A lovely watch IMO. HAGWE, anaesdoc...  

A lovely classic …

 
By: AndrewD : August 14th, 2009-04:32
Hi Oliver, I enjoyed your ‘before & after’ post on the Ref. 96 on the Patek Forum very much and it’s nice to see that watch over here today. You will have to show us a picture on your wife’s wrist – or perhaps it might look too good! Congratulations. Andr... 

Sounds very dangerous ...

 
By: small-luxury-world : August 14th, 2009-09:07
to do a wrist shot on her wrist, but I will do it for you. Just give me some time ;-) Oliver

an annual ---

 
By: donizetti : August 14th, 2009-07:15
--- does seem like it takes a long time for this work week to pass! Best Andreas...  

This a vers nice ...

 
By: small-luxury-world : August 14th, 2009-07:33
PP which grows on me. A few weeks ago I tried it in PT, but my prefered one is yours. To me it looks more balanced as the layout of the dial (3 & 9) fits better with the size of the movement. Cheers Oliver

Why does the moon always look so grim on Sarpaneva designs?

 
By: anaesdoc : August 14th, 2009-08:06
Do you know it? I always feel a bit unhappy when looking at it. Can the wearer be delighted by looking at it? Curiously, anaesdoc

Yes! Yes! Yes!

 
By: big daddy : August 14th, 2009-23:00
I felt the same way the first post I ever saw on a Sarpaneva but it grew interesting with all the stories I have read. Some have called it a "new" moon but I think of it as a "melancoly" moon just as Stepon describes life in Finland when the sun does not ... 

Nice pics !!!!

 
By: bimbeano : August 14th, 2009-14:03
Hi Laurens, i see you're pics are much better , i did some practicing myself .... More to come at TimeOut ... Filip...  

Awesome 2998 !

 
By: DrStrong : August 14th, 2009-09:25
the condition of this watch is amazing ! I also like the strap: great combo. HAGWE Jeff

This would be the Karree Panodate . . .

 
By: Dr No : August 14th, 2009-10:46
. . . and although I enjoyed wearing the Aqua Terra Teck for almost two months, I'm glad to be back to my usual fare . . . cordially, Art

Dive! Dive!

 
By: mrsnak : August 14th, 2009-09:56
At least into a fun bottle of wine. Accutron Deepsea from 1979....  

More 04.0

 
By: tee530 : August 14th, 2009-11:51
Thanks for the warm welcome last week. I still have the Dornblueth 04.0 on, no rose gold numerals like tempusfugit's, but I still love it... -Tom ....  

It is a classic whichever numerals are displayed....

 
By: tempusfugit : August 14th, 2009-21:00
I continue to enjoy seeing the watch peeking out from the box. But on the wrist it is a marvel! I wish for you many years of enjoyment. tempusfugit

One of my favoite watches

 
By: dxboon : August 14th, 2009-23:15
I never tire of this FPJ. Simple. Beautiful. Perfect. Great wrist shot! Cheers, Daos

LOL, Filip!

 
By: amanico : August 15th, 2009-09:02
Seems that your small trip in Paris was a blast, my friend... To be clear...I wans't with you at " Le Moulin rouge "... Best, my friend. Nicolas

Trip to Paris ....

 
By: bimbeano : August 15th, 2009-09:26
... was very nice in many ways .... i'll be back shortly ... with a small surprise .... Best, mon ami ... Filip

It is ...

 
By: bimbeano : August 15th, 2009-12:00
... red and makes a lot of noise .... you'll see ... . Greetz, have a good holiday .. Filip

sort of ....

 
By: bimbeano : August 16th, 2009-14:20
timeout.watchprosite.com We're not sure when it will be ready ... but soon as it is ready , first drive is direction "Place Vendôme" ... LOL ... ;-) ... sooo ... see ya soon .... Filip

Okay ... maybe just one more ...

 
By: bimbeano : August 16th, 2009-15:10
... I think you will have to improve your driving-skills Nicolas !!! F666...