Dr No
[Moderator Omega - Wristscan]
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I'm not an expert, but basically, there are two types of persimmons . . .
. . . the hachiya variety that looks like an acorn and has to be overripe (or else you'll pucker like a blowfish), and the fuyu variety that looks more like a tomato, and should be eaten while crisp. The family orchard has four acres of fuyu persimmon, and I could probably consume half an acres worth myself - they're that good. You'll get a chance to taste a fuyu on Sunday - that's a promise! Cordially, Art
Glashütte Original presentation at the Tourbillon boutique , continued . . .
. . . with the men's models today. We'll begin with the entry level Senator Hand Date . . . This message has been edited by Dr No on 2009-11-16 21:02:55...
. . . equipped with the stalwart cal 39 automatic movement . . .
g . . . that's proven itself worthy over a decade of production. All but one of my G O's have been fitted with this dependable performer....
Hi Art, thanks so much for the report. But do you think
from now on all automatic rotors of caliber 39 (now they call it GO 39 rather than GUB 39) will not have the 21K gold rim? I saw this "earthy" version a long long time ago and always thought it was the prototype of "standard" version of caliber 39. So it ...
I tend to doubt it, Zhiming . . .
. . . considering the entry-level pricing of this model, my sense is that the gold rim was eliminated due to cost. It doesn't appear to be an issue with higher priced iterations, like the Square Sixties . . . . . . which is roughly twice the price as the ...
Craig's latest pride and joy, the Senator Rattrapante, caught Anthony's eye . . .
. . . you know how I can tell? He took a fabulous macro of the movement!...
Careful, Nico, this one is calling your number . . .
g . . . ha! Caught you looking . . ....
Ah, my error, Alex . . .
. . . this is the Senator Rattrapante. I posted the movement photo with the title first assuming that everyone would understand the following photos were of the same watch . . . cordially, Art
A full view of the movement . . .
g . . . with resolution that only a macro lens can bring out. Memo to self: either learn to use the SLR, or give it to Daos . . ....
Ahahahahaha! I will never learn how to use the SLR either!
We're hopeless, Art! These pictures are hot though! *giggling* Daos
Glad you like this pic Art :)
I took this with no camera flash too. Shot at ISO 800 in store lighting along with the help of Photoshop went better than I expected. I wish I left my flash at home, and only shot without flash at the very end. My no flash pics came out much better than t...
This photo will be Exhibit "A" the next time . . .
. . . one of those tedious G O vs A Lange debates reappears . . .
:-) Go get 'em, Art!
Hey! Totally off topic, but what kind of persimmon tree do you think I should plant in my backyard? You like persimmons, right? Know anything about the different varietals? Cheers, Daos
I'm not an expert, but basically, there are two types of persimmons . . .
. . . the hachiya variety that looks like an acorn and has to be overripe (or else you'll pucker like a blowfish), and the fuyu variety that looks more like a tomato, and should be eaten while crisp. The family orchard has four acres of fuyu persimmon, an...
Thanks, Art!
Just be warned that I've never been a persimmon person. They are "okay." Perhaps, your fuyu will change my mind! My dad and I are going to plant a persimmon and a jujube tree in my yard, because he and my mom like those fruits, and they can't grow them in...
I see, Art, I see...
What can I say? That you're a true friend, and that I will give you my banker"s detail for you to have a serious discussion with him??? Best, Nicolas
Nico, how many times do I have to tell you? Send Consiglieri Luc to your banker's . . .
. . . office . . . . . . with a message: "Either my friend gets the loan, or you will become a trophy like this stupid zebra." End of story ;-) . . ....
The most evocative G O of all, the PanoInverse XL . . .
g . . . which seems to appeal to many who don't normally find themselves drawn to other designs from the manufactory, and conversely repels some G O devotees....
Context is the key . . .
g . . . to appreciation. A wrist shot goes a long ways in ameliorating what can, in the abstract, be seen as an uncharacteristically decorative presentation....
A double heart attack
First with the Rattrapante, now with the PanoInverse... To me, the 2 most appealing pieces from GO, the 2 which are, at least, in my wish list. The 2 G.O Faces. Best, Nicolas
Every time I hear the comment, "Gee, I wish I could wear . . .
. . . my Dato flip-side up", I think to myself, "Has he ever seen a PanoInverse?" . . .
Double swan necks! Ooh la la!
My favorite GO! It's so fresh, modern, full of color, verve and I LOVE it! Thanks for posting these pictures. Cheers, Daos
this is my dream GO, a beautiful work of art. i now need to lock myself in a darkened room
but instead i'm going to a mates housewarming to get totally bladdered and sleep on the floor. could i do that with a panoinverse on my wrist? i think so. best Graham
Have fun at your friend's house, Graham!
May dreams of PanoInverses fill your restful sleep! Cheers, Daos
What is the MSRP of the Hand Date?
Does anyone know the MSRP of the Senator Hand Date? Thanks ahead of time.