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No, of course not, Seth! The sight of . . .
. . . three rare Habrings brought to mind first the Kingston, and then Nairobi, Trios, both happy memories from childhood. I couldn't find a video of "Three Jolly Coachmen", so my imagination wandered to "Solfeggio".
In hindsight, I'll grant that was pretty lame. No slight intended to the Habrings, whom I've had the pleasure of meeting once a few years ago, or their watches.
Chastened,
Art
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Double Watch Wristed Week
Howdy folks, lets go double watch wristed this week... Have a great weekend folks, make it count... Horo...
You really didn't need to go to so much trouble ...
You really didn't need to go to so much trouble for is with the nails, my friend, but your attention to detail is appreciated! Shows how good these watches look in any circumstance. A
FFWS ( Friday Friendship Wrist Scan )
One last picture, to celebrate our fantastic Parisian GTG. 2 watches, 2 owners, 2 marvels, side by side: A Superocean Chrono, and a Superocean Time Only. 2 friends, happy to be together, and to share some unforgettable and intense moments. HAGWE, Nicolas....
Well, the shot came out quite well, Eitan.
We're close to perfection... If only you could have more hair on the wrist. All the best, my friend. Nicolas.
Are you sure I need more hair?
I hear that all the Parisian men are visiting the salon for a little -...
OK, here's mine - old and new...
...well, actually old and newer since the second one's from the '80s...so not really so new. The bubbleback is from '41....
Haven't seen a bubble back for some time....
Your picture makes me miss them a lot!! Great wristshot Best, Horo
I think you need to get one then, Horo...
I wear it quite a bit although it's sooooo small by today's standards. But it's just such a classic and no one ever seems to wear them any more that I enjoy the novelty of it. Emil This message has been edited by Emil Wojcik on 2011-10-14 14:42:04
It's like a real time machine on your wrist ...
Nice shot Emil. It really is like a time machine on your wrist when it takes you back 70 years. And it is so often the vintage watches that align more with today's trends of size and appearance that we covet. Whereas the bubblebacks look great for an enti...
Thanks Andrew...
...It's good to know others appreciate these vintage pieces as I do. Emil
How about multiple images from . . .
. . . different perspectives, Horo? Front . . . . . . back . . . . . . and profile views . . . . . . of the '56 Longines Conquest, newly outfitted with a vintage Longines beads of rice bracelet. Notice how the silver ring on the dial captures the reflecti...
Thanks, Nicolas. I can tell by your recent postings . . .
. . . that vintage Longines is on the "front burner" for your own collection.
Well, I already own 2 of them: 30 CH Chrono and the infamous vintage diver...
Looking forward to hunting more of these marvels: 13 ZN, Weems, and a few others... Best, Nicolas.
The bracelet was a bonus . . .
. . . that came along with my recent Omega acquisition. omega.watchprosite.com Whoever said, "There's no such thing as a bargain", never received a vintage Longines bracelet thrown in with a mint Connie ;-) . . .
This was handed down from Dad . . .
. . . who, in turn, received it from his brother in 1956. I'd say that makes it a keeper for sure!
The photos were taken at dusk . . .
. . . with the ISO setting of the Canon G12 at the highest level, which accounts for the quality of the image. As usual, there was no processing of any kind . . . these images are straight off the camera. Thanks for the kind words, Geo. Cordially, Art
Here's an image of the Longines . . .
. . . when it was on a green croc strap. Quite a difference, no? . . ....
I like the new bracelet, Art ..
... as it adds some solidity to the whole watch, without overpowering it. Great addition. And is the underside of the seconds hand polished? Andrew
Actually, yes! All three hands . . .
. . . were corroded when Dad handed the Longines over, so I had them polished and rhodium plated when the movement was serviced. Funny thing - it's been in my possession for seven years, and it wasn't until just now that I noticed the reflective property ...
Lovely photos, Art!
I have always liked the Conquest. Does this one say anything about anti-magnetic on the back..? HAGWE Blomman
Here's an image of the back . . .
. . . when it was on a strap, blomman . . . . . . and the markings read "Longines Automatic - Waterproof"....
Thank you for the info!
I have seen Conquest ads that say anti-magnetic. But never anything on the watch… Best Blomman
More than one on the same wrist ...
... I found difficult and uncomfortable. Not to mention the anxiety of scratching up the cases (even keeping like-metals with like). But I am quite happy wearing a watch on each wrist, and I like the balance of these two, even though they are very differe...
I took this photo ...
... following the announcement of Nic Hayek's death, June 28 last year. I hope it's a fitting tribute to a powerful man who contributed so much to the industry. Andrew
Very carefully!
Although the hardest thing was taking the photo. They slip and slide all over your wrist. I don't know how Mr Hayek managed to do this all the time. Andrew
A Habring Trio? Reminds me . . .
. . . of this classic! Boy, do I have a vivid imagination, or what?
Ernie Kovacs <-- Richard & Marie Habring???
Vivid imagination? H'mm..... I sure hope it's not a comment on the watches!
No, of course not, Seth! The sight of . . .
. . . three rare Habrings brought to mind first the Kingston, and then Nairobi, Trios, both happy memories from childhood. I couldn't find a video of "Three Jolly Coachmen", so my imagination wandered to "Solfeggio". In hindsight, I'll grant that was pret...
Wonderful trio mate!!!
You certainly are a big Habring fan. I remember you did some customization to them. Best, Horo
Ahem; triple wristed?
Nice picture; albeit you might qualify for the Freudian slip of the month!
Colour balance wrong or gilded arm and hand LOL?
Nice nails and watches HORO.HAGWE cheers,dreamer
Nice shot and..
...I would have loved to join on the 18, but I am still at work..some major presentations to be made.. Best and hagwe Hans
Does the weight improve your golf swing?!
Great wrist shot. But I will expect to see the rears next time as well! Andrew
There is a movie poster quality about this!
Always can count on you for some horo-fun Best, Horo
HoroFiend Trilogy part 1: Dawn of Time
HoroFiend Trilogy part 2 : The Revenge of the Fiend HoroFiend Trilogy part 3 : The Fiend Strikes Again All in jest, Horo
Great to see you taking this to the next level, Mike ...
And the blurred pocket watches make it seem like you are juggling time. But then, aren't we all. Wonderful photo. Always enjoy your contributions, but this one's special. Regards Andrew
Speaking of the late, great Mr H...
(from files dot coloribus dot com). Couldn't resist; sorry. Cheers, pplater....
I was expecting this from you!!
Always the humorist, and thoroughly enjoyable Best, Horo
Actually pplater was researching ...
... how many watches he could get through airport security. Particularly when he is traveling light! A
Two Hearts and Souls: One Passion
Why I no longer have horology fatigue. I see the past and the future. I see good........... Regards, MTF...
Gravitas! . . .
. . . veritable heavyweights on either wrist make for a very compelling portrait. Nicely done, Oliver.
A special way to pass the time, Oliver ....
They make a great pair. And give a different view on the passing of time. Andrew
Oliver, old and new millenium
in matching black. Great pic and great pair! Both revolutionary watches in their time, and both with same DNA.
Oh yeah.....your two latest acquisitions
Congrats again, and thanks for sticking to this week's theme. Best, Horo
No, triple with that view...
...with a drink and some friends or the misses would it be FANTASTIC ;-) Hagwe Hans
OK!!!
so here we go for static with sunny fall day light: Here is a wristshot with fall evening light: And here is a doublewrist shot from this week's Paris GTG Have fun this WE! Matt...
no, I've had it for some years...
I posted it before so you must have missed it!...the other one is Vlad's! Matt
Nice shots as always Matt
Was a pleasure to meet you this week and to see your collection. Fun times.
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