Dr No
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The story behind this watch is worth telling . . .
. . . as I'm sure the same has happened to at least a few of us. The Seiko was Dad's companion for forty years - business, pleasure, gardening, you name it. Naturally, like any mechanical device, it eventually broke down and Dad decided it wasn't worth servicing - after all, he'd purchased the watch for around $40 while on a business trip to Kuwait in '65, and he'd gotten his money's worth out of it; he was ready to throw it away, but decided to give it to me knowing my interest in watches. I went all out and had my watchmaker overhaul the movement, replace the crystal, and ordered a custom Camille Fournet strap and generic deployant to match. The day came when the watch was serviced and appointed with the new strap, but when I showed it to Dad, his response was, "How much did you spend on that piece of junk?" After learning I'd spent ten times his original outlay, his shook his head in amazement and regretted not following his instincts to chuck it in the garbage . . . cordially, Art
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Is There a......FRIDAY WEAR ?
.......................in this beautiful place?? Yes?? Ok, for me tomorrow: and you? Regards This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2009-01-09 06:16:20 This message has been edited by AnthonyTsai on 2009-01-09 08:12:20...
Gently domed crystals rule, too, Jeff . . .
. . . the 'look' of sapphire isn't nearly as inviting as vintage acrylic . . . regards, Art
Van der Klaauw
Today I am wearing, since a long time, my Christiaan van der Klaauw, 'Satellite du Monde'....
Simple but elegant ...
for me - since monday on my wrist. Gentleman - enjoy your weekend. Oliver...
Not as simple, and not nearly as elegant . . .
. . . but I will admit to copying the charcoal grey strap with light grey contrasting stitching from Lange: I'll be wearing Dad's '65 Seiko Sea Lion today and tomorrow . . . possibly back to G O for Sunday at my usual haunts . . . cordially, Art...
What a nice surprise!
I don't think that I've seen that one before. It's a classic early Seiko design, and extra special given the connection with your father. Thanks for posting it, Art! Regards, Tony C.
The story behind this watch is worth telling . . .
. . . as I'm sure the same has happened to at least a few of us. The Seiko was Dad's companion for forty years - business, pleasure, gardening, you name it. Naturally, like any mechanical device, it eventually broke down and Dad decided it wasn't worth se...
i've not worn this in a long while so it needs some wrist time
virtually impossible to get a good pic of it due to the way the crystal curves to the corners, but i've done my best. i've owned this for over 5 years and never managed a decent picture. you dont get to see the stunning dark blue dial which matches the st...
You drive me mad with this Reveil, Spiff.
Will really have to add one in my collection, my friend. You're so cruel with me. )) Best. Nicolas
Thanks Nicolas
But to be fair with you, i'm wondering who's cruel to who ;-) On average, considering all your beauties, you are much more cruel to me that I'm to you ;-) Every now and then, I have my little revenge, like this Friday... But i'm sure that it won't last lo...
Quick pic of this week's GP addition to the hi-beat stable
The patina of this dial is amazing. Will try to get some better shots in the future of this oldie but goodie. Ginger...
Sure
I'm new to this forum, so I assume your name is Anthony. You want me to post the pics in this post or make a new post ? Btw, I like your Jaquet Droz. Jaquet Droz has been my favorite for years. Jet
It would be great if you could make a new post in HoMe forum
with your DeWitt. Happy to hear Jaquet Droz has been your favorite brand for several years. Do you have any J*D's in your collection? Best, Anthony
No prob
No Jaquet Droz in my collection yet, but surely will be in my collection. I'm currently reorganizing my collection, trying to have one watch for every brand. I've never posted an article / post. It will be very helpful if you could guide on creating a pos...
Dewitt
Just started my collection 3 years ago, so still a very small collection. I have two dewitt , the one on the background is the Dewitt Seconde Retrograde. Jet
Thanks Jeff,
Quality over Quantity! Nice pieces you got there! Wear it in good health! What's next for your collection in 2009? More Dewitts or something else? -MW
Great 15300 Yves !
I love the RO's. Nice to see you back here, HAGWE This message has been edited by DrStrong on 2009-01-09 06:42:07
Very, very cool watch, expwmbat . . .
. . . with pure, rugged Teutonic aesthetics enhanced by a dial uncluttered with the usual script . . . my idea of a fun watch. Cordially, Art
On my wrist......
folks, nothing would be more sportier than a chrono Nautilus from Patek. Thanks... BHK9...
What a Friday we have today!!
Impressive watches and great pics.... But, IMO, this vintage Rolex is the winner!. Thanks for sharing this amazing watch, and congrats... Best. Emilio.
(sigh) . . . exquisite, Tony . . .
. . . could we have the pleasure of a group photo of all your vintage Ingeneurs? Cordially, Art
Got this on as I need something extra durable..
Old pic but today I need something extra durable than can with stand a lot of abuse: -MW...
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