Horological Meandering

I thought it might be fun to bring as many of our favourite chronographs into the one thread as possible. Three chronographs: Zenith Prime; Montblanc TimeWalker; Omega Speedmaster Professional....  

And it is maybe my fav watch of the collection: Fx ...  

...you do not need any more than that one... :)

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The color and the way the dial reflects the light is just sublime! Amazing and thanks for showing these beauties. Richard

...it's very difficult to do justice to the depth and vitality of the dials. If you are interested, search out photos of the LE Habring dial posted by GaryG; he is the master. Cheers, pplater.

I have only one mechanical chronograph in my collection. The Breitling Premier from 1998/1999 was inspired by the original Breitling Premier from the late 30’s. The original was the first waterproof chronograph wristwatch in the world and it used a hand w...  

That's probably one of the best looking chronographs. One is all that's needed. Richard

Adding another Zenith and Speedy to the fray...which are the only two chronographs I own. Richard ...  

Cheers, pplater. ...  

With a some: Most of my watches, the few that I have, are non-chronographs (two divers and one Amvox). I love to see the time flowing. Cheers, Nilo ...  

Demonstrating (by exception!) just how fantastic your photography is!!! Cheers, pplater. ...  

That WE have. And your picture is not an exception. Just try, next time, a more unusual angle and you are done. Cheers, Nilo

I lust for that 1969 in SS. The hunt is still on. Still kicking myself for passing that up when it was readily avaiable back then.

Enumerate your modern temptations? Cheers, Nilo

and the Zenith with the snail tachy. I have a weskness for complex dials and the last one is a beautifully balanced watch between the case and dial. Not too much of a surprise I think coming from me :)

Is an edition of 2009 released to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the El Primero (the two are: SS and Black Titanium). We share a deep attraction for complex dials. I'm not a vintage person but I admire the vintage pieces. I only don't have the guts to ... 

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...mostly with the ghastly 5100 ;) Eterna Matic, my newest one - A Tutima Commando II, previously issued to the ZUZ, the tactical unit of the German Customs - A Heuer Carrera 510.523 - A Lemania 5012, issued to South African Air Force, early eighties - Th...  

It seems you like the 5100 Andy :) If you have several chrono's you cant help but duplicate a movement in at least one or two pieces. It seems to me that the valjoux 7750 is possibly the widest used chrono movement of the last 15 years. A reassuringly rel... 

Thanks, I've collected them over a period of years, and there are still a few elusive 5100s yet on the list, a very interesting movement.... ...but I feel I need to stretch out a little now, and embrace some other iconic work chronographs, such as the Zen... 

...there is also the RAN version, slightly more interesting as it has a pheon on the dial, if I may, here is a picture borrowed from Paul of Heuerworld fame - Most of the SAAFs were destroyed - out of the 800 issued very few remain, there is also only a s...  

this: and of course this ;-) ...  

This is my IWC Pilot Spitfire Chronograph (IW3878-04). It is a 43 mm watch with an, automatic, column wheel/vertical clutch, flyback movement (89365) This is my Jaquet Droz Hommage Londres 1774 GMT Chronograph. It is a 41 mm manual wind chronograph using ...  

My watches so far ...  

I have visions of you holding the camera in your teeth. Great shot, in any case.

... to get the perfect watch photo, but on this occasion it was done with my arms wrapped around a tripod. The biggest challenge was keeping reflections off the crystals. It's hard enough with one watch, but three took a few tries. Next time I'll go for f... 

You should photograph the puristpro swimsuit ediion

This is the only chrono I own, I just purchased a GO Senator, can't wait I receive it on Monday.. Cant wait gp chrono gp chrono ...  

When you receive it. A brand I admire very much and definitely a great add to any collection

Chronoswiss Opus Record Triple Date Chrono IWC GST Perpetual Chrono Moon ti (lives on winder) (Sinn) Bell & Ross Space 3 ti Porsche Design IWC Mecha-quartz ti Seiko 7T59 first 100/sec analog chrono (quartz but still, it was $1000 new) Seiko 9T82 Sport...  

Love chrono's, here are mine: Best, Tim ...  

...(particularly that Cartier-esque GP), but what a great strap on the JLC! Cheers, pplater.

...not sure ABP make anything but! :)

I was also eyeing a particular one of yours up too...is that a USSR Sekonda top right? It's a really handsome watch!!

SEIKO Chronograph in 1964 - rumor is that it was sold only at the Tokyo Olympic stadium..... And something I finally located... Longines 30CH. Now in the hospital for full servicing including regulation. And the usual suspects..... This, is not mine... :-...  

Please, please, please! If you get bored with it, please think about me!!!!! You need my what? 30CH? W/ B+P, how about that? :-) Ken

che k out my post below. i have the 64 seiko single crown olympic chrono, but yours is far more hi tech and i need that :) mine is merely the one they sold to the public, yours is the one they sold to attendees. i did see a quartz marine chronometer style... 

... but that super chrono is really drool-worthy..... I have never seen it in the market! Only in the SEIKO Museum.... Sigh.... My parents must have had the chance to get one... but apparently they didn't.... Who knew! Ken

i saw it on ebay. i couldnt believe it, but couldnt afford it :( On 25 Feb 2013 14:19, "www watchprosite" *Alert from:* www:watchprosite > *Posted By:* KIH (registered) on February 25th, 2013 - 06:19 > > *Title: Ah!... yes, I have seen the mono push chron... 

Look forward to seeing more of it after it's been pampered. Hope all is well with you - when are you coming to Europe again?

.. soon! Got to go there to do some watch meeting with you guys and vintage shopping! Thanks, Ubik! Ken

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my chronos chronosuisse pre daytona valjoux ref 4062 white speedie 321 4 in one black 6263 R series porcelain ...  

Don't you have one of these? - Cheers, pplater. ...  

... including your cousin on the right coast. Might as well get them all into the Chrono Mega-Thread. Andrew Girard-Perregaux 1999 Chronograph Minerva triple date moonphase chrono Pocket watch chronograph unsigned movement, 1860's ...  

One of the sweetest 'actions' known to thumbs - Cheers, pplater. ...  

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The first one...I ever bought... The last one...or rather the latest (because I have no intention on it being the last one!)...for my birthday just over three weeks ago. Actually, the first time I post photos if it. And the "stealth" one...you need a seco...  

Do you have a photo of the case back? Imagine its as handsome as the dial!!

The back case is solid, though. I have this other DB12 Chrono with a transparent back, to make up for it ;) ...  

really cool. thanks for the info/pics.

Both share the same THA caliber, but look different enough, to own both of them. GEO ...  

Yours reminds me the white metal I saw at the Paris Boutique, some years ago, with arab numbers. I was almost buying it! Best, Nicolas

Hi NIco, these white Tortue Chrono's are pretty rare, especially the one produced for the celebration of the re-opening of the Rue de la Paix Store; White gold case, salmon dial with romain numbers and an Arabic 13 instead of the 12. Just 13 pieces were m... 

But with a slamon dial, it must be a killer! Any picture of this one, Geo? Best, Nicolas

shaped one all day! really stunning. What is the reference? I have only ever seen in your photos. Tim

Thanks! It's indeed a great watch and with dimensions of 34x42mm, ideal to wear. 100 Pieces in white- and 100 pieces in pink gold were made in 2007 / 2008. The Tortue was produced in much larger numbers and in two case dimensions. GEO

Nostalgic session: UN Monopusher 175th: VC " Les Historiques ": JLC Duometre à Chronographe: Lange Datograph: Panerai Pre Vendome Mare Nostrum: Best, Nicolas. ...  

I would say ... Shocking Five. Cheers, Nilo

I much more miss my Langematik Anniversary. And will certainly go for a Lange One Pt black dial, and a Cabaret, two watches I never owned... Less painful solution. Best, Nicolas

And another one, with a slightly different dial and with a see through case back, which was not LE. But in both cases, not that easy to find... Best, Nicolas

If I had to pick one it would be Vacheron but that's my chicken wrist talking. All the thread is full of marvel, a feast for the eyes, thanks for sharing Francois

I'm sure they have made way for some even more amazing watches though!

As they were all stolen... :( Best, Nicolas

It drove myself to consider other horizons, but I will have to get a few of them back into the collection. Best, Nicolas

Let me put another round ... This GP is a direct consequence of Andrew's "bad" influence. Love this Portuguese The R&D is my current beater. If I could remove the Oracle and BMW (I'm an Audi person, right?) ... The recovered one. I have the history of...  

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Nothing is forever...It went to a good home though. :)

I was only a little boy, when I've become a watch lover, but I used to hate chronographs since 2001, when I've fallen in love with the Omega Speedmaster Day Date. Now, my Omega is my daily watch. Here it is, pictured just this morning. Now, I have two mor...  

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meant to say NS contribution, not NSA. But NSA just rolls off the keyboard and tongue so easily.

I thought I would sneak this one in... Best Bill Sinn U1000 ...  

Early 60's, then early 80's: ...  

I am a big fan... Here is one for the Submariners... RAF, Too. Best, Nicolas ...  

like the patina-ed dial and brushed case.

I hope this doesn't set my "inner watch-lusting self" on another Seiko buying spree! Cazalea

The Lemania one button is such a classic.

Classic 6138, late 1960's (candidate for 'first automatic chronograph movement...'): Civilian version of the great 7A28 (all-analog-display quartz chronograph): Early 1970's Cal. 7016, mechanical column-wheel flyback chronograph with concentric elapsed-ho...  

Seiko 6S37 automatic, licensed recently to TAG/Heuer as their Cal. 1887: ...  

After seeing your photos and ordering the watch, I put mine on a strap Day One. I was too impatient to wait to have the bracelet adjusted. Five years later its still there (here). ...  

No decision for me, I bought second-hand, it came on the bracelet (which I did adjust, however).

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That's a real eye catcher!

All are classics. Congratulations, Nilo

one to wear though - spoilt for choice.

i have a particular liking for chrono's so there may be a few to show you most of them you will know, but if any are strangers to you just ask. enjoy Graham. ...  

Only a few to share. ...  

My first chrono... And so far my one and only... Best Blomman ...  

You opened the Pandora's Box! :) Best, Nicolas

Best Patrice ...  

I love the first one, the Amvox. I have deep regrets for passing one, when I had the silly idea that it was too large for me. Cheers, Nilo

From the conventional to the original, your bases are pretty well covered. Impressive. Best, Nicolas

A range of metals (PT, RG, SS, Ti), makers, and styles. To me all except the Dato are wearable for "sporty" (that is, sedentary outdoor or leisure :-)) usage, and the VC OS does lots of duty as both a weekday work watch and weekend beater. At least so far...  

Almost ;) Best to all Ed ...  

Just some quick BB pics Best to you my friend Ed ...  

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The one I own... The ones I miss... I especially miss this one... ...  

But you are very well served with this gorgeous Zenith. The dial is outstanding. Cheers, Nilo

Never seen it on a bracelet, but I think I now like it even better. GEO

I used to have an IWC Pilot 3706 too (great daily wearer), but that went to another home. Here is my Reverso Chrono LE which is just back from service: Great thread! I look forward to browsing all the posts... Nikolaj ...  

I am so happy you got it back. I can't wait to see this very rare beauty in the metal. Kind regards Z'

Can you? best, Z' ...  

Looking forward to that! Curious to see what you will come up with. I have a feeling I won't be disappointed. I've kept some ammunitions in reserve... Best T

Was waiting for this :) Stunning pieces my friend. See you soon Nikolaj

a 13zn and a 30ch?

Thanks for the compliment, Ubik. But in fairness, you have nothing to be jealous about. You own wonderful vintage watches. Two 13Zn's, 9 years apart but both waterproof, from 1938 and 1947. So you very close with a 30ch guess. Best Z'

Ventura V-matic Master II enjoying coffee and beignets... Tudor Grantour Chronograph enjoying a nice espresso. They certainly lead a pampered life! ...  

My beloved IWC Spitfire Chornograph. ...  

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Ubik, I was waiting for your move. What is the movement of the white dialed Breitling? Great chronos. Cheers, Nilo

I wanted to post a fresh picture of some of my collection. Only after I took it did I realise it spans sixty years, with at least one watch from every decade from 1920 through to 1970. Are you referring to the Breitling with the yellow dial and the snail ... 

how are we doing for a Paris GTG. May?

After my trip in L.A... Best! Nico

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Love the SuperOcean 807 and the dial seems really nice, quite a challenge on that special watch.

I've had that one at least five or six years now. Not one I hunted then, but once I saw it I had to have it.

... How many beautiful examples shown by our Purists friends! Chronograph is my favorite complication. I find that even old "Anonimous" examples, with Landeron movements have their charm, in their dials and cases. Not to mention those high end pieces show...  

I´m so glad you like them! Te envio mi afectuoso abrazo! Very cordially, Abel.

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... that is a GREAT cumpliment indeed! Muchas Gracias! I love to know you like them so much! Otro abrazo desde las Pampas! Afectuosamente, Abel.

a wonderful selection which shows many chrono's that would be close to my heart as well. The Longines monopusher though is wonderful, the 13.33 movement is a favourite of mine.

here's a few of what i got @ the moment... ...  

understatement :) Amazing collection thank you for sharing Best Damjan

... Monopusher, is one of my favourite chrono! Best cordial regards, Abel.

My four chronos: Still love the blue on this. Folks often stop and ask about this watch. COS - crown operated My first mechanical watch bought from an ad in the back of a magazine for about $90. True beater - takes abuse and keeps going without a scratch,...  

I'm a Richard Habring fan since I learned about his work on the IWC Doppelchronograph and my watchmaker educate me on the amazing principles of operation that he put on a vanilla 7750 to make it a split-second. I'm following the Habrings history and one o... 

But approved by NASA for space missions. Cheers, -- Richard. ...  

... occupies an interesting place. It is a Speedy Pro, and could well accompany one of us to Mars one day. So it's somewhat of a transition piece. Thanks for including it. Andrew Ps. The word correction on my iPad changed Speedy Pro to Seedy Pro, but I'm ... 

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It looks like it would contain the answer to life, the universe and everything! Andrew

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2 rainbows 1 HW Chronomaster XT Class XXT DEFY Speedy my other rainbow my water watch flyback single pusher ...  

... colourful rainbow and it's nice to see something a little different in the Retrotimer. Nice chronograph collection, JWM. Andrew

I love the Rainbows I own. When ever I wear it i always catch myself looking at the colors and how nice they look against the face. Even though it is an old watch and it is dated in may ways i just love the way it looks and no one ever knows what it is un... 

but I missed this post until tonight :-( Shame on me. Very nice post with lots of superb contributions. Thanks, to all! My humble contribution of chronographs which I own, owned or did a "test drive" with: Oliver ...  

But its the most beautiful one in my entire collection. ...  

This is The Chrono.

Make up for any oversight Oliver. Congratulations on becoming a Moderator too! :-) Best, -- Richard.

you have some amazing chronos I see you like flybacks too!

biggest, greatest and longest lasting threads on PPro since while ago Bravo Andrew and thanks to all participants Real pleasure and reference Sincerely Damjan

I guess it is because it gives us something to 'play' with. I have told the story before, but it was my grandfather letting me press the button on his pocket chronograph watch and seeing the levers moving in the movement that really captured my imaginatio... 

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that this great mega-thread deserves some more live so allow me to participate with family heirloom With best regards Damjan ...