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Here is my suggestion of the day: A watch I got in the US, thanks to the help of a good friend. Wittnauer Electro Chron. It is up to you, guys. HAGWE. Nicolas....  

well-known Bimbeano posted this last Friday : wristscan.watchprosite.com So, this is the second time within two weeks that I see a watch I´ve never seen before! You do not mean to post pics of those watches we rarely wear, but watches that are rarely seen... 

We'll try to take a Duo pic of our Beauties. But I think that there are at least two other happy fellows who also own it. It would be fun to see 4 of these same watches in a F.W on the same site, don't you think? Only the Purists can do that. Best, Nicola... 

Nicolas, My "not so rare" birds are on the "SPA". Wonderful Wittnauer Electro Chron "bird". It's rare to see one on this conditions. Vlad is wearing a quartz watch? The world will end sooner than 2012! Here are the watches for the week: The two more preci...  

In fact, I have two " Electric " watches... A lovely Swatch, with a stretch aluminium and rubber bracelet, which is a Chronograph, and this Witt... Boith being not comparable, of course, the Witt being more complex than a simple quartz watch, with its bal... 

as they have such historical significance in Horology and even space travel. funnily enough i know where there is a lovely and original Spaceview that would look good on your wrist i love the hands od the Wittnauer, but i dont know if i want another batte... 

It "humms" like a bee and adds the GMT complication. Someday I "capture" my daughter Bulova set and post here. There are some interesting watches there. Cheers

i had 40 tuning forks at one time Nilo including 3 versions of the Astronaut, but all i have left now are 2. a 1960 14kt Alpha and a 1972 original spaceview. the astronaut is great, but very overpriced. G

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And as usual, great shots! Best, Horo This message has been edited by Hororgasm on 2011-07-21 15:01:00

Great synchronised sisters you got there! HAGWE Blomman

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and of course great picture. Thanks! Have a good weekend, Andreas

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it is number 86 in the world....I'm sure you know what it is...!! Does this count..? Nice piece Nico, Yours my friend, Andy. This message has been edited by Andy on 2011-07-21 14:54:39

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not knowledgable in PAMs but that is a good looking Radiomir. Best Andreas

this one, the cities are very interesting IMHO. How many of them have you visited? Best to all, Tim This message has been edited by timerider on 2011-07-21 15:08:00...  

You know my love for WT watches. Is this one a true one, or one like the JLC Memo International? Best, Nicolas.

local time once set, no recalculating required. It also has water resistance to 50M and comes with spare parts! The big manufactures could take a lesson on both fronts. This was a cool idea, lots of very interesting watches this week. Best to all, Tim

Funny how I hate the Date on a watch... Most of the btime, it ruins the beauty, the purity of a dial. Interesting watch, Tim. Will try to see one in the flesh. Thanks for the explanation. Nicolas.

is the second hand blued? HAGWE Andreas

process. It is a light shade of black. I didn't capture the sheen it gives off, really have to see it in the metal. I am still working with my new camera, rookie mistake. Best, Tim

and Rare.

. . . Giant Chef Burger in Pleasant Hill? Great breakfast joint, better than the Original Pantry in downtown LA . . ....  

Breakfast. Mtn. View is also known as Googletown. Best, Tim

This is not a brand that has called out to me but this model is the first to make me take active notice; thanks for posting!

Tahiti was not a city l last time I looked, nor were the Azores. Still a very attractive watch This message has been edited by mrsnak on 2011-07-24 17:52:02

are a few of the other locals on the dial. That is the beauty of a piece "unique", it is up to you. Nice to see you noticed, was waiting for this post. Best to all, Tim

Nirvana and Shangra-la ;-)

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... but one I love for its proportions and legibility. And its quite photogenic as well. Minerva Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph, (Valjoux Cal. 730), 21600vph, 17 jewel, PR 44h, steel, 36x13mm....  

I was puzzled by Mr Brossard's one. One of my targets ( the watch, not the watchmaker ), but they are pretty hard to find. Best, and thanks for sharing this beauty, my friend. Nicolas.

nice shot! stefan

as they are looking very similar.

… is very elegant. The Valjoux Cal. 88 was used by a range of manufactures including Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet, JLC, Breitling (Wakmann), Heuer, Record and Ulysse Nardin, so there is a definite family resemblance. It would be nice to get t... 

Lovely looking watch, Andrew. Really like it.

..it's another side of you I didn't know about.

… you thought I was one sided?! I may be perseverating on F.P.Journe, but there was a horological learning curve before then. I will try and give those watches some light. J Andrew

..for that Journe ;-)

That was the only 'deal' that occurred. [Actually the fact that she can be a devil and an angel all at once is her most impressive quality.] A

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... but it's the one I have on today so........  

One of the exciting watches from G.O. Love it! Best, Nicolas.

I have seen this GO only very rarely in these premises . Kind regards, anaesdoc

played around with one recently and it is an amazing complication. And of course the movement is great. HAGWE Andreas

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... and the interesting rethink on the chronograph display. Nice. Andrew

Lip de Baschmakoff - circa 1970 It is not hard to find something rarely seen in my watchbox... Ginger...  

HEAVY but comfortable...  

Each time I see one, I think that it is unwearable, and each time I put it on the wrist, it is the same surprise. Lovely monster. HAGWE, my friend. Nicolas.

. . . its massive proportions . . . . . . evaporate on the wrist. I attribute this to the asymmetric shape with a blend of obtuse angles and parallel edges in conjunction with the unique plinth and turret construction. It's so odd that it "works", even on...  

I was amazed that it looked and fitted well on my slender wrist for the reasons you so eloquently described.cheers,dreamer

it is nice and perfectly fit

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You´ve very often some surprisingly uncommon watches to present, Ginger! Kind regards, anaesdoc

very interesting design. Thanks, learnt something again. Have a good weekend! Andreas

...great one Ginger Do you know anything about the watch? Best Hans

the PAM9B hagw, Reneo...  

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love the dial on this one. HAGWE, Andreas

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These thin markers make all the difference with the modern. That is a stunning catch, Jeff. It will perfectly go with your Porsche. HAGWE, my friend. Nicolas.

Indeed I like the blue/grey dial with a little bit of patina and thin indexes/hands.

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This watch really has something special, a very special blend of sporty elegance and retro feeling...really unique! Now you need the cufflinks to go with it! Matt

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and the photo is nice too!

against a funky background. Very nice! Have a good weekend, Andreas

I am working on the backgrounds LOL

Congrats on the awesome new addition!

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Then this my contribution for this Friday. A Wittnauer Weems from about 1940, that was used by flying freedom fighter during WWII URL=http://forumbilder.se] [/URL] HAGWE Anders...  

I own its JLC Cousin, don't wear it a lot, but each time I do, it is with great pleasure. And the History behind is the cherry on the cake. Superb. HAGWE, Nicolas.

would love to learn more about it. HAGWE Andreas

I have searched online and found some info on it. Quite interesting I must say. "The wearer would rotate the movable bezel, keeping the 60-second mark over the sweep seconds hand, until a minute tone was broadcast over the airplane’s radio (Greenwich Civi... 

... and the great photo. I always enjoy learning something new in these threads. Regards Andrew

and love all Pilot Style Watches :0))

Fruty summer flavour From Ponte Vecchio in Florence Panoramic view of Florence HAGWE. Matt...  

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Beautiful photos, Matt! Hope you have a great trip! HAGWE Blomman

You can't go wrong there! HAGWE. Matt

and the watch is no slouch either! HAGWE Andreas

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Well done!

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are great !!! perfect composition !!! My best Rafal

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Is everything original? Anders

It is all original with a nice patina! Matt

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Does this count as rare...? Well, I very rarely wear it... but yup, got it on today! Yes, the chrono hand is red... Bracelet construction is a bit of a special feature on this particular model.... Have a great weekend, chaps!...  

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Cheers Chono

in Titanium, such an unsual material at the time! Nice. Best Andreas

Twas quite a piece at the time, wasn't it.

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but Root Beer HAGWE Fernando...  

2 GMTs??? That is the beginning of a thema, my friend, and an addictive and very dangeous one. I know guys who have 6, 10, 15 different 1675 and 6542... Well done, Amigo. Nicolas.

and you should know. Seeing your fab. collection of GMTs has influenced me somewhat. This two tone is a bit of an acquired taste. A few years back, it never caught my eye - now, I just love it! HAGWE my friend. fernando

To resist each time I see one, even if I already have 5... There is something very special with this iconic reference. Have a great journey! Best, Nicolas.

. . . was at the notable pawn shop in Vegas, Nicolas. Can't remember the price, but looked to be in good condition . . .

Or was it my luck to not have the time to go there... Go figure... Best, Nicolas.

looks delicious! Best Andreas

Root beer... Good one.

...those Root beers I am looking after one, but with a nipple dial. Your example is just stunning Best Hans

Hope you find yours soon.

but I liked this Anders

I am away for a few days and what happens…?! First you propose Rolex Explorer II before the Extreme Lab I or II to a guy looking for an “extreme conditions watch”… Now you ask for “rarely seen” watches… And shows a Wittnauer! Like icing on the cake – Elec...  

The toolwatches. And you can easily afford one. And it was time to show the Witthauer off, a bit, don't you think? Impressive Masterr Mariner " Hammer Head " you have here, Blomman. Rarely see, well played, my friend. HAGWE! Nicolas.

Thank you, my friend! I have only seen two more of this Ref 563-42. One in Italy and one in Canada… Will try to write something about this one soon. HAGWE Blomman

I will have to try to find it back. Best, Nicolas.

Same as mine! Never seen a black version… Please share some pics if you find them! Best Blomman

But will keep oyu updated. Best, Nicolas.

Blomman, Another wonder from your "bag of tricks". Very nice chunk of steel. I love the blue portion of the dial. Did you notice that Vlad is joining the "quartz side of the force"? What will be next from him? A Casio!! He he. Cheers

Thank you, Nilo – as you know I still haven’t reached the back of my safe..! Yes, Vlad + Quartz=true?! Who would have thought… Next – G-chock! Best Blomman

... btw, do you know what is the Caliber inside, 881 or 883? stefan

Thank you, Stefan – will try to post something about this one soon! Best Blomman

I have already posted it here but I love this case!!!!!!! Great MM My best Rafal

Thank you, Rafal! You have this one? I must have missed your post… Best Blomman

I rememeber you have shown this watch here at some other occassion - the case shape is great My very best Rafal

your supply of JLC is truly inexhaustible. HAGWE Andreas

Thank you, Andreas! This one is so “ugly” it makes people smile. The fun part is that no one believes it’s a JLC..! Re: My supply… Well, this one had been with me for years… Like Vlad I like to hide some – will post som... 

Could have shown a Omega Cal 560 with display back, only known in 12 pieces, but no, I will show this very quite piece Hagwe all Hans...  

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Now it´s also Omega that has been infected by the "the bigger, the better"-bug! I particularly like the centered logo, but the bezel did become way too broad in my mind. But, hey, can you argue about taste ? "It does not show the time?" - "Do not become f... 

..I have had several, but this is really quite. The diameter is OK, but the thickness..To big for my shirts. I consider having a tailormade shirt for this one only Best to you and hagwe Hans

LOL, anaesdoc

HAGWE Andreas

Nice one, Hans. A big rare bird for sure.

The funny thing is that I saw this brand of shaving soap in a shop just in the last few days. You thought of posting it first, though! Kudos and a fun shot. Andrew

..I saw and purchased my last week. And actually not to post here, but to use But it was a perfect match to the Friday wristscan Best Hans P.S. The soap is ok, but I actually still prefer the brand "Pils"

the Ollech & Wajs Early Bird. a rareish watch from the 60's popular with the US military, especially pilots, during the Vietnam debacle. however, below is the watch that has become my Vampire watch, the Airnautic Early bird homage. i got them both togethe...  

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thanks Hans, the shirt is the new me. i've bought quite a few nice shirts like this as i'm fed up with wearing T shirts all the time. new house, new location, new me best G...  

... ;-) By the way, did you ever post some pictures of your new house? Best Hans

i'm not moving until next week Hans. i might post pics, but for the sake of security i may not post pics of the front of it for obvious reasons. best Graham

do not use your smart phone ( or you need to switch off something in the camera settings ).Otherwise your photos will contain information for anyone to find the exact location of your house.cheers,dreamer

dont worry Dreamer, i have a dumb phone not a smart phone. i'm thinking of upgrading, but until i meet more people down there i have no need of one. i use my Lumix LX3 for all my pics and that doesnt even put a time code on the pic best G...  

The shots look great, Graham. Enjoy it ALL. Andrew

Graham Congratulations for the watches and for your new life. I'm hooked on arrow hands. I tried once a 24 hours watch (aTissot) but it was too hard to read. Now it is on the wrist of my daughter that loves not so usual watches. HAGWE

your daughter has great taste Nilo. unusual watches are just so interesting. your quite correct about not being able to tell the time easily, but the minutes are easy to read, the hour doesnt matter too much best G...  

i always like to keep a couple of birds on the go Stefan. and remember the early bird gets the worm best G...  

Glad to hear all is arranged. Best, Ginger

thanks Ginger, i'll catch up with you when i finally get connected up in a couple of weeks. best G

and watch. Much success with your new place! Best Andreas

thanks Andreas, i'm taking design cues from le Bim, perhaps a mistake i've been told its perfectly ok for a heterosexual male to wear floral shirts and even pink shirts, but i believe anything i'm told. best G...  

everything goes. Best Andreas

Are you off to Florida? best, Matt

i wish i was. just changing my style for the summer and my move to the south coast of England where the weather is much warmer than here in Wales. best G

not sure exactly by what you mean with "much warmer" weather on the south coast of England!!!??? Anyway, with this look you're the sunshine! Matt

Funky is the word. Dig it, man.

Let me guess, errrrr, Ted Baker , Paul Smith or Ben Sherman ?? Wishing you a smooth move to your new place and a new you.cheers,dreamer.

no its Joe Browns, a UK online and catalogue retailer. very high quality for what most of the members would think is a very good price. i think they are expensive so i bought it from my usual purchasing source and wont tell you what i paid i've got a few ...  

Red, red, red ... HAGWE Best Patrice...  

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Patrice, it’s not rare to see a beautiful well matched and composed WS from you! A stunning watch I would happily add in my watch box… Best Blomman

Color coordinated right to the dial! HAGWE Andreas

for reasons good and bad... There are so many nice features and functionality on this watch - center minute counter (much better, once used to, than sub-dial minute counter, imho) flyback function - something I feel ALL chronographs would benefit from acc...  

And I came to the same conclusion than you... After a while, I sold it. The cruel test of time. Best, Nicolas.

HAGWE Andreas

Didn't know you had one of those. You got a Lambo watch as well?

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but always admired the case shape, which in this case really works. Great photo too. Thanks and have a good weekend, Andreas

....can you share some more pictures and some details? Best Hans

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Rare yes and no. HAGWE Bill...  

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These vintage Rolex´ are gorgeous and so is your background, Bill! I do not suppose to ever wear one of those rare/not rare DRSD . Kind regards, anaesdoc

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Hi Nicolas, I fear to own mostly unspectacular watches, mostly owing to my conservative, classic taste. The rarest bird I could find in the archives was this Comor full calendar that it hardly worn at all: (Sorry for the old pic, but we are in the midth o...  

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with the Breguet-ish numerals and the German calendar dial. Like it. Hope your move goes well. Best Andreas

and considerate with regards to both watch and move, Andreas! Actually the latter is my main concern . They do say here: Twice moved is like burnt out once. Kind regards, anaesdoc

Anders

A Jaquet Droz Grande Seconds Marine. Tony...  

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never seen this one - awesome! thanks Andreas

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definately the one I would like I have to ask about the body mod to your hand (hence your name) as I read on another forum about your interesting job....does it signify anything..? Anymore implants. I'm fascinated...hope you don't think I'm rude by asking... 

No worries...you´re always welcome! I personally did it because of it´s beauty...that´s it! I like implants and the way they feel and look. Most people do it for extreme individualism or sex (of course different positions). I have a magnet implanted in my... 

fascinating side topic I see you also have a very interesting collection of different looking pieces like the Frog and Urwerks, it is something like this I would like to add to my family next..!! Your also in Germany so hopefully you'll join us at one of ... 

I am glad you are bringing in a whole collection of them! HAGWE Andreas

more Uniqe and Beautiful Time Machine i've seen.! Nice Ring too ;0) Cheers Tony

MOST Unique

Eberhard & Co. today Best Regards Livius...  

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does it have a display back? Any information on the movement? Best Andreas

... but I found a picture of the movement. The movement is a 25 jewels Eberhard cal. 896-8J, it’s a hand wound eight days movement with double barrels and a power reserve indicator. The base movement is a Peseux 7001, but it's highly modified by Ebe...  

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Cruising in the french riviera......  

looks like your good weekend is assured! Best Andreas

... of our watches out and about enjoying themselves. You will have to tell us more about this piece one day. Regards Andrew

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Cazalea, Did you ever tried a polarized filter? Sometimes those filters produces an so unbelievable results that seems that the crystal was removed. Of course, the results depends on the light angle. Cheers

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never seen this Omega. Thanks and have a good weekend Andreas

Quite rarely seen out there.... I love every moment wearing this special watch Have a great weekend! Sam...  

A watch which will always remain special to me, in my heart. Best, Nicolas.

A very special watch indeed... Thanks for your kind words.. Best, Sam

I think I'll wear my 111 tomorrow. Best Andreas

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HAGWE, my friend...  

My best Rafal

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... yes yes, can't agree more... it is perfect choice. the most important thing is that this watch made me have a chance to meet and chat with Zaf in Washington DC personally, i love this one very much! stefan

I have to explore the military JLC’s more! Great one, Stefan! Best Blomman

to find one I really like since there is so many new made and I wanted vintage one HAGWE Rafal...  

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and I am pretty convinced thats this is authentic - I compared the lume levels under uv lamp and bezel dial and hands are matching, I added the nos crystal (it didn't have original one when I got it). Although I would prefer hand style you have on yours b... 

Sadly gone with the burglars, too... But it was a terrific one, in superb condition, with a great patina. I miss it, but that's life. I'm happy to see friends getting their nice and authentic SM 300s. It perpetuates the love for this admirable watch. Enjo... 

You will soon have another one - but I know its always different watch. I do not want to open wounds but honestly I have to say that seeing Yours on this forum was for me one of the main reasons I got into this model Again my very best Rafal

I will first try to get a CK 2913, as my " slim bezel " 14 755 has also gone. It was love at first sight, when I " met " my SM 300. I have to get another one. Best, Nicolas.

Thanks! HAGWE Andreas

My very best Rafal

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since I got it its the one that gets the most of wrist time Thank you again Rafal

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a Titus. HAGWE!...  

... thanks for the education! Best Andreas

Great watch !!!!! And great condition My best Rafal

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i wont be buying one yet Nicolas. i've found one for sale, but i have far more important things to spend my money on at the moment. it is a consideration for the future though, as is a 64 submariner best G...  

A '64 Sub? I'm still hunting my '64 Rolex watch... I must confess that it is something which is in my mind, too, but I checked a bit, here and there, and I noticed that when it comes to '64 Subs or GMTs, you have bad time finding them. Best, my friend. Ni... 

with same dial as Yours My best Rafal...  

thanks for showing this one. HAGWE, Andreas

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. . . that I rarely see, Nicolas? My rose gold Karree perpetual was in the safe box for well over a year until last week. I'm actually not wearing it at the moment, but will be later this weekend when out and about . . ....  

time to get it out into the air! I never "got" the Karees but they sure look good on you. HAGWE Andreas

. . . you're either mad about , or oblivious to, them! Very much an acquired taste, to be sure . . .

was in your safe box against its will. Something that nice should be worn and admired. John

. . . is I never feel like wearing any of them for only a day or so - a perpetual almost begs to be worn for a much longer stretch than that. On top of that, it's difficult to wear rose gold . . . Levis, t-shirt, chukka boots, and a rose gold watch? At an... 

Long sold now. Best Andreas...  

The hidden center gives it intrigue.

that was one of the points of attraction. Thanks! Andreas

Thank you for sharing! My best Rafal

I am glad Ventura is back in buisness Best Andreas

Breitling Chrono Matic 24 LE HAGWE everyone! -- Richard....  

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Best! -- Richard. This message has been edited by -RWK- on 2011-07-22 21:55:49

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had forgotten about these!!!...thanks for pulling them out!...Matt

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...from an AD in Cannes. The Woodwatch I went searching for many years later. The Tissot quartz movements they use are identical to the Movados.

tissot used to have very inovative ideas both in design and materials used. Very rare to see both. My very best Rafal

rock (made from Swiss granite) and wood. There are a couple others who do wood watches today, and you can see by Googling them that they try and capitalize on people looking for actual Tissot products by using Tissot as a keyword.

A nice idea Nicolas - a good weekend to all!...  

For starter... Blancpain 7002 - Chronometer. Caliber 64-1 based on the Peseux 7001. One of the earliest, and I dare say, best from the new Blancpain, under the leadership of Mr. Biver back then. Very, very nicely done/finished, handwind thin watch. And, t...  

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thanks KIH. To my mind the H1 eclipses them all. Best Andreas

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...at least on my wrist, as I just received it today! As they say, life could be worse... Best, Gary G...  

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I wish my wrist were a bit more accomodating for these over 40mm heavy hitters! Congrats! Ken

That's an absolute beaut. Wear it proud, and drive safe with it on now.

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And nice action wrist shot. Enjoy. Andrew

I guess we won't hav to worry about your weekend being good! Best Andreas

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Some of your brilliant movement shots, it is so 3D! Bring it on, Cheers, TIm

VC Coin Watch And just one more.... JLC Geographique tempusfugit This message has been edited by tempusfugit on 2011-07-22 21:36:31...  

This is a pain we don't see these 2 more often! They are not only fine and pretty rare watches, they also are original. Congratulations in advance, my friend, I feel the judges sentence will be very cool for you. Best, Nicolas. This message has been edite... 

is gorgeous ... do you have more pictures? Thanks, Andreas

a couple of other photos (all of poor quality but the beauty of the Geographique transcends the photos): JLC And the reverse,,,, tempusfugit This message has been edited by tempusfugit on 2011-07-23 18:39:48 This message has been edited by tempusfugit on ...  

That's brilliant. The two faces are so different, bot in 'content' and character. Looks superb. Andrew

HAGWE to all PURISTS. Bulova Accutron Alaska Project Speedy re-edition Cheers,dreamer...  

nice one dreamer, we have several owners like me, but they are rarely worn and rarely seen. best G

I've only seen one ever....er...on my wrist. Can you imagine the probability of seeing another at this specific location? Regards, MTF...  

Best, Michel...  

I have not seen before Anders

Good to read you, too. Best, Nicolas

Cheers, Tim...  

What a riot of colours and shapes. Looks fantastic! Thanks. Andrew

I love everything about this one, Nicolas. The thicker case, the dial, the hands. It has a lot of presence. Very cool. Congratulations. Andrew