Horological Meandering

Hi all, I am always attracted to the 12 - 3 - 6 - 9 dials. These dials looks very balanced. Here are a few hunble pcs of mine. Last and certainly not least, my fav EXPLORER which couldn't make it to the family pic above. Calling all 12-3-6-9s to please jo...  

When I get back home I am going to have to check how many of my watches fit the criteria. I honestly do not know at this stage. The one I am currently wearing does not, Rolex DSSD. Nice collection by the way. Best regards, George

Do loin in George. And thank you for your nice comments. Ed

Because I can show you an example: Fx...  

how do you like the GMT? Regards. Simon

And it is a watch i really like. Of course, it is not a watchmaking breakthrough. It uses a Soprod movement + a module. But I like the care of details, the design, the case shape and the very neat dial. A watch with a lot of charm even it it is quite bulk... 

I'm not sure I could get away with another watch that permits easy strap changes Simon

Although I'm a sucker for vintages, I must admit I like your example. Thanks for joining. Ed

I'm a particular fan of those date at 6 seamasters calendars. The 12-3-6-9 combination is one I really like as well. Here's the only one I own at present. grumio...  

No vintage pieces on my side - but even modern 12-3-6-9s can be charming ;-) Best, Henrik...  

The beaut such as yours are always welcome. Thank you for your post. Ed

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where is the 12 on the Explorer ? Fx

you have to ask the same question to Steve Cheers, Oliver

I considered it was the thought that counts!

E;mso-fareast-language E;mso-bidi-language: AR-SA">I considered it was the thought that counts!" Oliver...  

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And sure there is no hard rules out here. We are flexible. Very nice specimens you have. Ed

Some variations: flipsides: Romans:...  

Thank you for showing us your lovely collection ( a part). Ed

Missed out a special mention to your simplicity. Was viewing it from my BB previously. If it's possible, please post a pic of the movement. Ed

share my favorite pic of this beautiful movement:...  

Missing a nine......  

Is not missing. Thanks for sharing with us this beauty. Ed

Perhaps the hour hand could be a little longer but defintely should not be thicker...  

It would have been a perfect 10 for that exp. Thanks for chiming in. Ed

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That PP of yours is a killer. A very elegant pair. Thanks for sharing. Ed

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it's a ref. 1578, and is now owned by another collector.

Thanks for initiating this initial thread, Ed. I see many watches that I really like. Here is another one that one does not see so often. Early 60's Certina DS. Best Ztirual...  

. . . can you possibly enlighten us? Thanks, Art

I was also wondering about the meaning "DS" and .... "Certina created the concept of suspending the watch movement inside a highly reinforced case, which they named DS for "Double Security" (Source Wikipedia). Cheers, Nilo

. . . the Sport Evo Impact . . . [image courtesy Glashütte Original] . . . no doubt....  

It's a blueprint of a Klingon spaceship, for sure. Now serious. GO is an almost that I know nothing. Cool and impressive watches. Cheers, Nilo

. . . but you're right, Nilo - this is precisely the watch . . . . . . a Klingon would wear ....  

DS was (and still is?) Certina's patented solution from 1958 for securing their watches against shock by insulating the movement within the casing by mounting an elastic shock absorber ring all around it. I have quite a few of those early models and will ... 

Yes indeed some magnificent PCs has shown up so far. I loved your DS in such a splendid condition. I don't mind something like that. Thanks for tking part in this thread. Ed

A sporty one My personal favorite Ginger...  

There is a special place in my heart for these impeccable vintages. Thanks for showing us your beauties. Ed

. . . Senator Sixties . . . . . . and IWC cal 89 . . . . . . circa 1949. There's a numeral 3 on the dial, but I can't take clear photo at the moment that captures all four Arabic markers as well as the dial script. Cordially, Art PS - the Omega Chronomètr...  

And Art, I believe that during the thread the standard was relaxed to 3 out of 4 numbers, because of date windows, subseconds, etc. But I suppose a "Purist" must be a a purist.... Ginger

. . . that case, here's a personal favorite, the '46 Omega Chronomètre. Thanks for bringing me up to speed, Ginger! Cordially, Art...  

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. . . is the cornerstone of my vintage collection.

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aptly fits the criteria, but it is my favourite too. You post this a 100 times , and I will be awed (without diminishing) a 100 times. Was hoping you would come out with this gun blazing, when I posted this thread. Thanks for joining Art. Best Ed

looks NOS. Wow!!!! It's stunning. So is the IWC, and yes the 3 numeral is visible sure. Ed

. . . from G O, and not one of the vintage models from the '60s, Ed. Frankly, GUB movements then weren't nearly as attractively finished as today's models, like the cal 39 fitted to the Sixties . . . . . . so this is one instance when my preference is for...  

This movement finish is indeed attractive. Thanks. Ed

Well, I say that because I am jealous. Yes, I have a few 3 / 6 / 9... I had a few 3 / 6 / 9 / 12, but it doesn't seem to be the case anymore. I do agree with you, their balance is very eye catching. Best, my friend. Nicolas

The envy is normally the otherway round. I sincerely hope the missing pcs makes it back to your collection someday. best my friend. Ed Ps. Was hoping your 1016 to join in. 3-6-9 fits this criteria.

I guess you have nothing against double pleasures? Best, Nicolas...  

Thank you for this double wammy. Absolutely............have no words my friend. Enviously Ed

a 1016 and 6610?

Longines LLD: I must confess that I never paid attention to this detail. Cheers, Nilo...  

it is easy for anyone to be mesmerised by such a stunner. Thanks for sharing. Ed

Best, Nicolas...  

See how easily you flipped back the envy. Ed

Best, Nicolas...  

Is this a replacement? Ed

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Do you have a hotline directly notifying you of new posts. Looking forward my friend. Ed

. . . so that's why you are the Capo di tutti capi!

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You keep pulling watches out of your cuff!!! or your hat! Best my friend, all of them are gorgeous beasts! René This message has been edited by renerod on 2012-02-21 09:39:35

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...surprisingly few (when the standard is applied strictly). A few 3,6,9,12 but with outer chapter rings; a few 3,9,12 but with sub-seconds or date windows; a few III, VI, IX, XII and the MUT which you have seen - otherwise, only this - Cheers, pplater....  

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The Explorer cannot really qualify due to its missing "12". Nevertheless, replaced by the nice triangle/diamond marker (not sure how to call it) instead, symbolic to even the Subs. Cheers...  

I also cheating on that rule myself. I remember your Exp, and was hoping it will show up. Thank you. Ed

or robotic, can't really find the right word, softens the appearance, more balanced in some sense definitely, less military or hard, for what I am trying to say...as compared to say a Breitling where rectangle markers mostly used.

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Thanks for showing us your pair. Ed

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indeed. Ed

. . . and fortunately, mrsnak has a similar model with gold hands and markers that I get a chance to see every so often. Thanks, Stefan!

... you know Art, since I have been shifting collection focus on JLC, i therefore decided to sell some of my other watches, especially those i bought at earlier period. however, i still keep my SM600 series just because they are really "tasty"! stefan

. . . in my files. My wrist, his watch . . ....  

... but I may be biased This message has been edited by mrsnak on 2012-02-21 09:04:58...  

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Here's mine... Yours, Andy....  

You have great taste my friend. Best Ed

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I too have a SM 300 which I forgot . A very nice Collection you have there. Thanks for sharing. Ed

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Best Blomman...  

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I was wondering when you will join us here. Do I smell something up those sleeves? looking forward. )) Ed

... for posting one of the forum favorites!...  

With loads of character and immensely loved....  

2526...  

Thanks for showing us your lovely 2526. Ed

Almost 4 for this And how about almost the opposite?...  

. . . the ? symbol etched in the Seamaster's crystal. Great lensmanship, snak!

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..was flashing quite a nice Patek the other day and has some of the most mouth watering vintages I have ever seen, I am most grateful for the compliment

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... May I add my own piece to the thread? Omega Railmaster classic dial in the present made, recently discontinued, rendition. Being a bit relaxed allows for many more examples, like this old 1950' s reference 6422 Cordial regards, Abel....  

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There is no surprise you would come up with a yummy selection. That blue dial is extra special. And yes I am with Nico on this one. It is to die for. Ed

... so nice to know you liked the blue dial oldie. I´ve seen at Mondani collection catalogue, a similar watch and it states this style of dial as "flinquee" so I guess this is the correct name for it. I´m delighted to know you like it!! Thank you so much ... 

I would call it a blue diamond. Ed

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interesting thread Edward Graham This message has been edited by G99 on 2012-02-22 12:49:15...  

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I knew you would please us with your charming collection. Tasty very tasty my friend. Ed

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