WristScan

Hello dear friends ! This weekend starting on Friday, our theme for WristScan is all about the watches that entered our collections and some that possibly left during 2022. Feel free to include any accessories that also joined your collections. Hopefully,...  

Hopefuly 2022 has been a very prosperous year for everyone here and allowed the arrival of some pieces kept in our respective wish lists. I will return later with my entry and will also share the one which went to a very nice new home. I wish we will be e... 

Best regards Captain

It’s been a busy year; In my parting act for 2022, I recently did a 3 for 1 swap. And am quite pleased with the result Below is an account of what went out and what came in Look forward to hearing about everyone else’s 2022 journey ! Thanks Friends, for r...  

It must have been a difficult decision to trade the Omega Seamaster and the other three.

Difficult to part with the 2254, although I still have one Seamaster left in rotation, the blue aqua terra which is a very versatile daily

Was also charming and difficult to part with, however I still have the Sub to scratch that itch! It was easy to move the RG JLC when I knew the 1815 is it’s replacement 😎

Is a skill I have yet to develop 😉 But knowing what is going in on your end I definitely understand your choice 👌🏻👍🏻

In: ...  

That’s a great combo !

For my rotation, I am left with Sub, Aqua Terra and Lange! My tantalizing trio 😂

Enjoy your beauty so much!! Hagwe! Abel

The Lange is sublime of course but the Seamaster also has a very appealing understated element to it 👌🏻👍🏻

Just in time for Christmas! ...  

Have a great weekend!

In either case a fitting finale 🙌🏻👏🏻👌🏻

Just the group shot of all three 👍🏻

I see a space still available… what could be on your list fir 2023 ?

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Really enjoyed this Rolex for a while, but decided to let someone else. Was not the size as I like and can wear larger watches (like the Panerai 127 I own now), but the weight was getting to be a bit much. Looking to replace with Pepsi model. ...  

... birthday. A few years after that, I was offered a Cameron version and I decided to give it another opportunity as I fell in love with it. I´m happy I did. The dial is fantastic and I think that when we really fall in love with the watch we can bear it... 

It’s a great piece, I had the first gen Cameron —congrats!

But I feel that full titanium was the way to go, as its a better option for a superlative dive watch of this size.

And a handful ins: ...  

All beautiful timepieces which I´m sure you are giving you much pleasure to wear on your wrist. Hagwe, Abel

And not just watch wise 😉 All the additions came in the first half and to be honest I had a bit of ‘horofatigue’ for the rest of the year. Not even sure if there’s anything tugging at my heartstrings sufficiently for me to go for it in 2023 🤷🏻‍♂️ One inde... 

It’s definitely something that we all get from time to time as our collection reaches a certain point.

The behavior of the watch manufacturers isn’t helping, either 😉

Having to provide a pint of blood every time you fancy a watch 😉

Continue to enjoy all of them in the Best of your health ! Happy Festive Season & all the Best ! hs.

I’ve always believed that variety in a watch collection is important. The Laine is a watch that I would like to add one day.

Enjoy 👍🏻

Enjoy! 👍🏻

Is my expression after typing this up on my phone and accidently dragging my hand and resetting the page This was a great year. When I started learning about horology (apx 2008), one of the first watches I was drawn to were Montblanc Minerva (collection V...  

… along 2022! The two MB chronograph are marvelous pieces. You did well not letting pass the opportunity of getting these covered watches. The Prosi Ceramic GMt is a watch I love and which I also got past year after a long long hunt. And the Captain Cook ... 

Probably the two favorites of mine 👌🏻🙌🏻 The GMT and Cpt Cook are fantastic pieces, too - congratulations 🎉🎊🎈

The collecting journey is the part I really enjoy and hearing about your experiences in 2022 will strike a chord with many of us here. As for the LF leaving your collection, we have to have a certain bond with a watch, if it doesn’t happen you just don’t ... 

only one entered My first G-Shock in action. Best. ...  

… for this year! A sturdy watch ready for any job which will bring you much satisfaction and pleasure on your wrist. Buen fin de semana amigo! Cheers! Abel

buena suerte mañana.

Very unique and in many ways huge fun 👌🏻

for moments like summer holidays. Resistant and without risk of theft. Cheers.

And the perfect stealth watch… ...  

the bedroom 😉 ...  

and a reminder of my youth.

This one in ...  

An exquisite WT by Patek which always makes the Kings of World Timer watches!! Enjoy and love it so much!! Hagwe! Abel

Congratulations on adding this one to your collection 👏👏👏

… some of the few pieces which fell in my nets during 2022 and sharing also the only one who went to another home. The first watch is a humble one which reinforces my feeling that it’s not needed to spend lots of money to get a watch which makes us smile ...  

I always thought this omega was interesting, never seen one. For myself, Breguet is high on the wish list these days. - Kevin

Hagwe! Abel

From the KonTiki to the Tradition - a fantastic haul 🙌🏻👏🏻👌🏻 And the one that left - it did so for a great cause 👍🏻

Enjoy your weekend dear friend. Best, Abel.

Interesting and diverse selection and I’m so pleased that you finally netted the Breguet that you wanted, a watch that I feel will suit you very well. Your generous gift to your son is a wonderful gesture and creating a memorable moment for him. The Etern...  

... guess it is impossible to avoid connecting it with that wonderful film and of course with the confirmed use by US troops deployed in the War. Have a great weekend dear friend! Cheers! Abel

Forget this iconic film … ...  

You have been busy! Enjoy them! 👍🏻

From these fine series, my personal favs are the first Kon–Tiki in burgundy, but even more so your stunning RG Breguet 7027 La Tradition ( in fact a watch I sometimes think of, a real temptation for me ! Anyhow a splendid rose–gold ! – Bravo ! And Well do... 

... and I´m very happy to have it in my collection. Guess you should handle it in the metal... probably you will be tempted to add it too to your wonderful collection. No other watches went out this year. Yes, it is very difficult for me to let go pieces.... 

about the latest. A Weiss field watch with an awesome small sweep seconds. 42mm of pure fun from a watch made in Nashville, Tennessee!! Enjoy ...  

A watch made in Nashville, Tennessee, not something that I thought we would see. Can you tell us anything more about it ?

Inputs: 1) Longines Commonwealth Games VHP 2) Omega Seamaster 300 Bronze Gold Outputs: 1) Blancpain Fifty Fathom Bathyscaphe (to father-in-law) 2) Longines Commonwealth Games VHP (to cousin-in-law) 3) Grand Seiko SBGH273 (to my cousin) My new SM300. Went ...  

Hope that this means lots of added excitement next year 😊👍🏻🤞🏻

These days, generosity doesn’t come back. I’ve gave 2 watches away to 2 friends. They never reciprocate and it feels like a one way street. One even hinted for me to buy another for him. It told me a lot.

... to their new owners. Have a nice Xmas Season! Hagwe, Abel

Good tidings to you and always glad to hear from you.

I like your choice of the Omega Seamaster 300 Bronze Gold, looks great in your photo. I tried this one on when it was first released and was impressed with it. Next year sounds intriguing 🧐

I like your bronze gold chronoscope too (i believe you have one, but may be incorrect). Will post some pics of my new daytona later in Jan when I fly out.

I don’t have the bronze gold chronoscope as I like the watch but wish it had a slightly smaller case, just a few millimetres 🙏

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It wasn’t an easy decision, especially looking at your photo. I just feel that when you are uncertain it’s best to move on and possibly revisit it at some point in the future.

I like your JLC too. Nice vintage piece there.

But none the less I was able to add at least (maybe 1-2 more before Dec 31st!) 7: Not in chronological order: 1- Of course the CDV 2- The Traditionnelle 3- the CK859 4 and 5 are two Longines from the heritage collections 6- our WPS anniversary watch and #...  

I’ve got to say what a revelation the Pepsi is on a leather strap, a remarkable look. All your new watches are really great choices and I have a soft spot for the CK859 as it’s so easy to enjoy in most situations whilst still looking good. It really is a ... 

Have to agree with 38-40 mm sizes, perfecto on you! Enjoy!

The traditionelle is really something. I agree, 38-40 is best for my wrist too

... stunning red croc straps. They make it truly different and striking. Very nice! You have a superb collection my friend. Keep enjoying so much! Hagwe! Abel

It feels almost mission accomplished for what I was aiming for. Next will try to hunt a few integrated bracelet steel watch like the Chopard alpine and the VC oversea

Your future pieces you have in mind are very interesting and beautiful. Let´s see what the ne year 2023 brings to our collections! Have a nice Xmas Season my dear friend. Best, Abel

Best, Abel

Reposted at the request of hs111… 2022 for me was quite a year for me, as several pieces had entered my collection, among which there also was an addition of a grail piece to me, a PP Nautilus 5712/1 A a catch I already had eyed for some time, and as a fr...  

That first IWC is so cool looking. I like the green reverso too!

HAGWE and Best, hs.

... with some wonderful additions to your already superb collection. Lovely vintage Aquatimer. Agree with your coments on the CK859 Omega, which it also arrived to my collection this year. Your JLC triple calendar is a most beautiful and elegant watch. Fa... 

BTW: The IWC Aquatimer is indeed a cool 70ies piece, which – although I liked it – always went a bit un–noticed, when making choices for my rotation. Thus, it had to depart but went to a nice friend, sort of consoling the previous owner.. Thx again & Chee... 

Yes, the IWC design is very 1970´s and it has a very special charme. It´s so nice to know that when a watch must depart from our collections it goes to a good nice home. Keep enjoying your collection so much dear friend. Cheers! Abel

I like the reverso and the triple calender moonphase….and not to mention the naughty nautilus

So let’s see: ...  

Purple on your Habring !… that works really well.

I like the strap on the FM too

Hi Unusual year, in that I haven't bought any new watches. Not that I haven't been looking - just that there's been no happy alignment this year. Most of my watches have arrived by happy coincidence - but this one of those hasn't happened. The usual is - ...  

... dial and the orange seconds hand for contrast. Exquisite! Thank you for sharing. Hagwe. Abel

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The most inspiring and heartfelt moment was graciously gifting left-handed dad a destro Rolex GMT. Some of you may have read my article sharing the joys of this moment, and am right now tearing up a bit just thinking about this moment in time . Thank you ...  

... experience both for your Dad and you. I´m sure he is enjoying this wonderful watch so much. Thank you for sharing with us!! Cheers! Abel

Thank you for sharing this with us.

I had no plans of buying anything this year. Already had a big incoming last Christmas and was totally content! Everything went fine until Nov. 1, when Rolex dropped the DSC and all plans went out the window!!! Three huge male African elephants can stand ...  

Keep enjoying and loving it so much. Hagwe! Abel

...and noticed a just arrived piece....it landed on my wrist,in time for supper Other purchase this year Three ins, none out this year HAGWE henry ...  

Festive greetings friends ! The year started with a last minute change of plans, I had arranged to spend the last week in December, through January travelling purely for pleasure. It was cancelled 48 hours before departure due to Covid ;-(. I won’t post a...  

... for an unexpected surgery. Ouch!! Fortunately everything went well for you... and me! Several great catches you are sharing here Captain. A classy Cartier and a versatile Aquanaut to open the list. Your Ultra Deep shot adds fuel to my wish of getting ... 

Thankfully we survived to enjoy the rest of the year. Feliz Navidad my dear friend !

Also agree with you on diversity. It helps us enjoy our collection even more! 👌😎

Just 36mm but works really well under a good shirt cuff. Most importantly for you 18mm lug width 😉

Just one addition, no deletions. ...  

Joining your collection.

Granted that I really liked it upon seeing it in the metal and trying it on — it just felt right — but I thought I might not wear it as often as one of my sportier watches. I’m happy to report that’s not been the case at all.

after a not so long wait ...  

Definitely an excellent addition to your collection.

Two acquired, none let go. The most recent this afternoon as my good lady had an unexpected phone call this week after 8 months wait! Love the fact she chose the OP as her own choice. Such a classic watch IMO. BBB my addition this year is an unexpected ge...  

You certainly had a good year Kurt. The Explorer 2 is a good looking watch and a great addition. Best regards Captain

Just to clarify my post. Explorer I’ve had nearly five years now. The Black Bay was this years addition for me several months ago. Cheers 🍻 Kurt.

I was temporarily distracted by the football 😉… The BB still stands as a great choice… ...