Introducing a new member to the family

Aug 10, 2019,20:58 PM
 

Just added a 2nd EPSA Supercompressor to the collection. This time in a 40mm case with a beautiful tropical dial.



I've started to realize Supercompressors are my favorite layout for dive watches. Somehow having an internal rotating bezel keeps the look very clean and is very satisfying to use. I also find it amazing how so few pieces can be found of the off brand names (i.e. not Longines, Bulova, Enicar, etc.)



For example, my other super compressor from a Belgian brand named Pontiac, I literally cannot find another example online outside of the exact watch I purchased. Is it because there were only a very very few made, or are they buried in the recesses of people's drawers, long ignored and forgotten?



My LLD, while technically not a supercompressor, was an excellent gateway drug that I completely blame for my new addiction and a watch I completely recommend if you would like to dip your toe in the waters of collecting this type of diver.



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I am a big fan of the Super Compressor Cases, as well. There were many brands using it. The usual suspects you mentioned, plus Vulcain and Universal Genève, but also...

 
 By: amanico : August 11th, 2019-02:28
From brands like Vetta, Droz, Bulova, Benrus, Sandoz, Titan, Caravelle and maaaany others! Cool one you found! Bravo. Nicolas

Thanks Tony, HAGWE [nt]

 
 By: Brandon Skinner : August 11th, 2019-07:30

The 3231 is a great watch which I know very well

 
 By: Brandon Skinner : August 11th, 2019-13:20
I have a friend who has actually owned it 3 times!!! He loves it, but for some reason it never can stay in the collection. He’s also pretty much a 2 or 3 watch collection guy, so that sometimes caused him to sell. Every time he rebought the watch I was re... 

The new kid in town.

 
 By: TheMadDruid : November 28th, 2020-16:50
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