Wearing Luxury Watches in Manila's Taguig City
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Wearing Luxury Watches in Manila's Taguig City

By Mark · Jul 7, 2018 · 5 replies
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I’m really sorry for my ignorance, especially to the forum members in Manila. I want to ask for advice here. I’ll be going to Manila for work in a few months, just for two days two nights. Hotel is in Taguig City, and the workspace is four buildings away. The plan is to walk to the workspace and bac

I’m really sorry for my ignorance, especially to the forum members in Manila. I want to ask for advice here. I’ll be going to Manila for work in a few months, just for two days two nights. Hotel is in Taguig City, and the workspace is four buildings away.

The plan is to walk to the workspace and back to the hotel for the two days, and also go get dinner near the hotel. Besides that, it’ll be from the airport to the hotel, and vice-versa.

I have two Pateks, a vintage Rolex 6694, a Seiko SLA017, a $40 Soviet-era Vostok, and a $40 Timex.

What would your advice be on what should I wear on my wrist, if at all?

Also, should I arrange Grab and not taxis for transport for the airport-hotel/hotel-airport runs?
















About the Seiko Seiko Prospex Ref. SLA017

The Seiko Prospex SLA017 is a limited edition reinterpretation of the brand's first diver's watch, the 62MAS, originally released in 1965. This modern iteration pays homage to its historical predecessor while incorporating contemporary watchmaking advancements, positioning it as a premium offering within Seiko's Prospex line.

The SLA017 features a 39.9mm stainless steel case with a super-hard coating, paired with a domed sapphire crystal. It is powered by the automatic caliber 8L35, a robust movement known for its reliability. The watch offers a water resistance of 200 meters, consistent with its dive watch heritage.

For collectors, the SLA017 holds significance as a faithful and high-quality tribute to a foundational model in Seiko's diver's watch history. Its limited production run and adherence to the aesthetic codes of the original 62MAS contribute to its desirability and collectibility within the enthusiast community.

Specifications

Caliber
8L35
Case
Stainless steel with super-hard coating
Diameter
39.9mm
Dial
Black
Water Resist.
200 meters
Crystal
Domed sapphire
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reintitan
Jul 7, 2018

the most expensive, exclusive, richest, and safest cities in the entire country. Especially if your hotel and work are in the BGC (Bonifacio Global City) area of Taguig which is the newest development in Taguig City (think downtown Manhattan in NY and you get the picture). You can pretty much wear all six of your watches at the same time there. I live in the Bay Area here in the USA and I’m afraid to wear a G-Shock in San Francisco. This city has gone downhill in terms of safety and cleanliness

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seehoo
Jul 8, 2018

the BGC. From my experience,I wear my Seiko,PPs,Rolex and other brands without a worry when I’m in area. It’s quite safe,just be aware of your surroundings wherever you go. Hope you’ll have a pleasant stay in Manila. And do share some wristshots.

GE
geross
Jul 8, 2018

Cheers! Enjoy your stay in Ph. Geross.

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