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Such a very cool piece, this Lip 👌🏻👍🏻
And a lovely reminder of some more exciting and adventurous times 😊👏🏻
Rolex Professional …
Took a while to achieve. Now realised I’m going to live it!😀
Happy New year!🍺
Happy New year!🍺
Making dreams come real…
Is a wonderful feeling - glad it worked with this one for you. And we all benefit from your spectacular shots of it 👌🏻👍🏻
I smile 😃
when I think back to when I purchased it. My AD had four different models (available for purchase) for me to try: 2 Explorer 2 (Black & Polar) a 39mm Explorer and a s/s GMT-Master 2 LN!!
What a dream collection that would have been if I’d had the funds lol
Regards
What a dream collection that would have been if I’d had the funds lol
Regards
This way the one you picked…
Gets a much larger share of wear time and memories - there’s a value to that, too 👌🏻👍🏻
Oh God! Those were the good old times when we were able to visit a Rolex AD having several models to choose among. (I really hate those small labels with "Not for sale/for display only" ...
... in the AD windows nowadays).
It is true that it was harder to reach a final decision in the past when so many temptations were in stock, but it was a delicious experience for sure!
You made a great choice with this version with the orange model name and GMT arrow making a big contrast against the black dial.
Keep enjoying so much dear Kurt! Abel
It is true that it was harder to reach a final decision in the past when so many temptations were in stock, but it was a delicious experience for sure!
You made a great choice with this version with the orange model name and GMT arrow making a big contrast against the black dial.
Keep enjoying so much dear Kurt! Abel
Yes Abel, what a delightful experience it was,
the sales assistant was definitely pushing the GMT-Master and think I surprised her with my preference for the Explorer 2. Who knows in a year or two I might get the chance to repeat the experience of choice.
All the best dear Abel. Regards, Kurt.
All the best dear Abel. Regards, Kurt.
I´m happy to know you enjoyed the experience so much. Even if the sales assistant was pushing for the GMT the most important thing at the time of buying a watch (or any other...
... object or even a garment) is to follow our own desires and personal tastes.
I´m sure you will get the chance of repeating the chance in a near future and you may get the GMT (or any other model) if you really want it.
Keep enjoying that superb Explorer so much dear Kurt. Cheers! Abel
I´m sure you will get the chance of repeating the chance in a near future and you may get the GMT (or any other model) if you really want it.
Keep enjoying that superb Explorer so much dear Kurt. Cheers! Abel
Happy New Year dear Kurt! You can´t never go wrong with an Explorer!! I specially love your B&W shot. I feel it will receive a lot of wrist time along this new year 2025!
Keep enjoying it so much and in the best of good health!
Cheers! Abel
Cheers! Abel
Let’s see what to play…
Once upon a time there was an 18 year old boy who got a pilot’s license for his birthday. Actually passed my pilot’s and driver’s test the same day 😊 Back in the day, I was dreaming of a Breitling. Knowing that it would probably remain a dream for many years, as the school fees for my studies abroad were quite hefty. Then I was surprised by my family on my graduation day with the Aerospace below. Not a very frequently worn watch nowadays but one that I was truly dreaming of and where it definitely came true.
In terms of dreams I realized myself, it would not be accurate to say that the Chopard LUC Chrono One, the first ‘nice watch’ I got for myself was a dream realized. I didn’t know I was dreaming of this particular one (all I was definitely dreaming of was a mechanical chronograph) and the process was too fast to get it into that category. But it’s a cherished watch irrespective.
The third dream was another watch I found out about in relation with WPS - the elusive Seiko Izul SDAA001. It took me six years until one found me (actually was offered one, as opposed to finding it). A WPS member provided the necessary info and assurances to make me commit to it. And as it was Covid it took me another six months to take delivery. I even accepted paying Norwegian import duties on top just to get it sooner (went from EU to EU via Norway). What we do for our dreams 😂🤦🏻♂️
One that is well known here is the VC 1972 Prestige de la France. A watch I fell in love with the first time I saw it online, then doubly so after trying it on in the VC Boutique (actually in two Boutiques on two continents). I wasn’t in a position to commit then but some years later I was lucky to get one for myself to celebrate a significant career milestone. Came just in time, too 😁
Finally, the Chopard LUC 8HF. I have been fascinated by high beat movements since almost the beginning of my collecting and when the 8Hz Chopard came out I was hooked. The first series of 100 watches were quickly gone and for a long time there were none to be found in the secondary market as well. I have seen the all black ceramic one several times at boutiques but the PR indicator did not fully gel for me. After many, many years of searching I finally managed to see the titanium one live, at the Boutique in Moscow. It wasn’t the right time, though. Finally, after the most recent move was completed, Fortuna smiled upon me and an as new example was found in my current ‘resident country’, which I snapped up within minutes of it being posted online.
In terms of dreams I realized myself, it would not be accurate to say that the Chopard LUC Chrono One, the first ‘nice watch’ I got for myself was a dream realized. I didn’t know I was dreaming of this particular one (all I was definitely dreaming of was a mechanical chronograph) and the process was too fast to get it into that category. But it’s a cherished watch irrespective.
The next dream, which took some time to realize (albeit in comparison to some later ones not so long), was the Grand Seiko SBGH035. The first modern Hi-Beat Special in steel, it got me weak at the knees the first time I read about it here and it stayed that way all the way until getting it. Finally managed to source one in Spain, after many unsuccessful attempts all around the globe 🌏
The third dream was another watch I found out about in relation with WPS - the elusive Seiko Izul SDAA001. It took me six years until one found me (actually was offered one, as opposed to finding it). A WPS member provided the necessary info and assurances to make me commit to it. And as it was Covid it took me another six months to take delivery. I even accepted paying Norwegian import duties on top just to get it sooner (went from EU to EU via Norway). What we do for our dreams 😂🤦🏻♂️
One that is well known here is the VC 1972 Prestige de la France. A watch I fell in love with the first time I saw it online, then doubly so after trying it on in the VC Boutique (actually in two Boutiques on two continents). I wasn’t in a position to commit then but some years later I was lucky to get one for myself to celebrate a significant career milestone. Came just in time, too 😁
Finally, the Chopard LUC 8HF. I have been fascinated by high beat movements since almost the beginning of my collecting and when the 8Hz Chopard came out I was hooked. The first series of 100 watches were quickly gone and for a long time there were none to be found in the secondary market as well. I have seen the all black ceramic one several times at boutiques but the PR indicator did not fully gel for me. After many, many years of searching I finally managed to see the titanium one live, at the Boutique in Moscow. It wasn’t the right time, though. Finally, after the most recent move was completed, Fortuna smiled upon me and an as new example was found in my current ‘resident country’, which I snapped up within minutes of it being posted online.
Are there dreams remaining? A handful but none of those would leave me greatly saddened, were they not to be fulfilled 😊
Your Izul always brings a smile to my face.
My kind of dream watch and great to hear how you achieved it.
Hello my dear friend KM! Pilot and Driver´s licences at 18 years old in the same day!! Wow!! That´s truly an achievement! Good to know about all these...
... dreams and hopes come true dear KM.
I can imagine that Aerospace Breitling is a very very special watch for you. A keeper for life.
Interesting to read the circumstances in which of your dream watches finally reached your collection. And always admire your so fine taste finding the best strap combo for your watches adding to the joy of owning and wearing them. You say: "What we do for our dreams" and I can easily understand what you mean. I make your words mine! Lol!
All watches are beautiful but I feel the VC Prestige de la France is some kind of your signature watch.
I´m happy to know you have fulfilled most of your dreams... but collectors keep dreaming all the time and this is part of the charm of our hobby.
Keep enjoying your collection and keep dreaming dear friend! Have a wonderful year 2025! Abel
I can imagine that Aerospace Breitling is a very very special watch for you. A keeper for life.
Interesting to read the circumstances in which of your dream watches finally reached your collection. And always admire your so fine taste finding the best strap combo for your watches adding to the joy of owning and wearing them. You say: "What we do for our dreams" and I can easily understand what you mean. I make your words mine! Lol!
All watches are beautiful but I feel the VC Prestige de la France is some kind of your signature watch.
I´m happy to know you have fulfilled most of your dreams... but collectors keep dreaming all the time and this is part of the charm of our hobby.
Keep enjoying your collection and keep dreaming dear friend! Have a wonderful year 2025! Abel
As said, some are still out there 😊
Not quite over. But I am happy with the collection as it stands for the moment 👍🏻
Yes, I read your words and I wish that sooner or later some other dream will come true dear KM. You have good reasons to be happy with your present superb collection!! Enjoy it so much!
Three come to mind, Cap. The second-longest dreamt watch would be . . .
. . . the Flightmaster.
I literally waited a decade before finally stumbling onto this nearly perfect 910 nine years ago. There was either a condition or (more usually) financial limitation that couldn't be overcome. Finally all the stars aligned in January '16 . . . it's been a honeymoon ever since.
My first-ever Omega was sourced from Bill Sohne sixteen years ago, but I'd first seen it on TimeZone twenty years ago when it belonged to Phil Cooper.
Lusted after for three years, on my wrist for seventeen years and counting.
I'd dreamt of a Dornblüth ever since coming across them in '04. Finally acquired mine in '20 . . .
. . . which makes it the longest dream watch personally. Sixteen years passed by slowly, that's for sure!
Art
Happy New Year Art …
The Flightmaster, I completely understand your passion for this watch. It’s difficult to find good examples that haven’t been spoiled in one way or another. I shall keep looking and one day I’ll find a good example. Vintage Omegas have such charm. As for your Dornblüth, it’s a cool thing !
Best regards
Captain
Best regards
Captain
Hello dear Art!! Three great dreams come true you share here. We share the love for the Flightmaster and as a matter of fact you made possible my own dream to get mine.
Mine is a keeper for life and my Friendship Flighmaster forever.
Your first Omega reunites several lovely features: It is a Connie with a black dial, honeycomb, gold arrow head indexes and a beautiful dauphine handset. That makes it unique I feel.
The Durnbluth is a very cool watch. Regret to say I never had the chance of viewing these watches in the metal. Impossible to view them down here in my land. A very classic design and those charming hands are really beautiful.
Let´s keep dreaming... and trying to make our dreams come true!
Have a great New Year 2025 dear Art.
Cheers, Abel
Your first Omega reunites several lovely features: It is a Connie with a black dial, honeycomb, gold arrow head indexes and a beautiful dauphine handset. That makes it unique I feel.
The Durnbluth is a very cool watch. Regret to say I never had the chance of viewing these watches in the metal. Impossible to view them down here in my land. A very classic design and those charming hands are really beautiful.
Let´s keep dreaming... and trying to make our dreams come true!
Have a great New Year 2025 dear Art.
Cheers, Abel