Thx Nico! I also have a weakness for cars.

Nov 29, 2020,00:26 AM
 

This Lotus is one of my favorite. I likened it to a 2 hand watch... no frills, just a pure execution of a driving machine.

Sadly no longer in the garage. I still miss the Sunday morning drives with this Lotus.

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WristScan Nov 27 - 29 .. Live 😁

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:01
As discussed in the announcement thread, this week's theme is "watches and our other hobbies / passions." We all share a passion for watches but what else do we share in common? Hopefully this thread will be a fun one and let us know a little more about w...  

LOL, it helps as I have a villa which is situated in the middle of a golf club πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:17
I just wanted to get things started. Since I am hosting, my entries don't count but I also wanted to have some fun and inspire others to post πŸ˜πŸ˜‰

well i think it has achieved your desired outcome

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-07:23

πŸ˜‰πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:29

Incredible collections!

 
 By: MichaelC : November 27th, 2020-07:13
Thanks for sharing!

Alright. Here is a small something.

 
 By: MichaelC : November 27th, 2020-09:30
Or I should say a small sampling ;-) ...  

Sure, I would be happy to.

 
 By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2020-06:35
Really I need a separate post, but some basic info... these 6 revolvers are all made by Smith & Wesson. The 3 on the left are 357 Magnum, probably my favorite caliber to shoot in a handgun. The 3 on the right are 44 Magnum... these are definitely more of ...  

Dirty Harry Callahan carried a Model 29

 
 By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2020-07:43
That is a blued 44 Magnum, and it "can blow your head clean off". That movie really elevated the 44 Magnum to cult status, and Harry carried an 8 3/8" barrel length.

Impressive Micheal

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-10:44

Thanks SIr.

 
 By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2020-06:35

Superb dear Michael!! I see we share another...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:27
... passion beyond watches!! Regret to say I don’t have at hand pictures to share of my own collection in this department . But let me tell you that I have been involved with shooting and reloading and guns collecting for more than forty years. Nice to kn... 

Thrilled to read this, and not surprised.

 
 By: MichaelC : November 29th, 2020-06:49
My interest in firearms began with admiring their beauty. They are like works of art for me. I have always been a fan of high quality manufacturing and craftsmanship. Guns exude those qualities, you don't have to ever fire them to enjoy them. But of cours... 

Hello dear Michael: I share with you same feelings around firearms and my interest has always been these same aspects: they are historical objects, art objects and mechanical marvels, specially...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 30th, 2020-06:33
... when they receive embellishments of engraving or other type of decoration. Target shooting both formal and informal is a very interesting sport which requires of many efforts both physically and mental from the shooter. I also share with you similar g... 

Wow, your words inspire my Friend!

 
 By: MichaelC : December 1st, 2020-07:43
27, 28, and 29 in almost all barrel lengths? YES, this sounds amazing!! As a full coincidence, I have a mint 29-2 8 3/8" inbound. It has the Carbona bluing process. The 5" 29-5 in my group photo has the newer process, and I am looking forward to owning re... 

Hello dear Michael! Thank you for your kind comments. Yes, I had a big madness about these themes. Now IΒ΄m rather retired in the last years and replaced that madness for watches...

 
 By: Subexplorer : December 1st, 2020-08:38
... but still own my collection. Different personal and family matters take much of my time lately to visit the range to shoot and to devote to my hobbies in general. Though I got many variants of guns from Smith and Colt, I have abandoned the buying of n... 

Superb but scary photos with the golf balls...

 
 By: Mike H : November 27th, 2020-07:30
I hope you did not forget to remove the watches before using your driver and hit the ball and watch together πŸ˜‚πŸ€£πŸ€£. Cool pics and superb array of Namiki pens, my other passion as you know πŸ˜‰

Don't worry Mike, no watches were harmed in these photos, happily, although my Zeitwerk is back with Lange to repair a shattered crystal and to check the movement as I had a mishap with Jesse J during an attempted photoshoot πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈπŸ˜’

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:55
As for our shared love of Namiki fountain pens, you already know how I feel about that my friend πŸ˜‰ Looking forward to seeing and reading about some of your other passions 😁

Thanks Tony. It was difficult to filter and choose what to post since I am passionate about many things but I tried my best πŸ€ͺ

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:58
Looking forward to reading seeing about your other passions my friend πŸ‘

LOL, noted πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-07:58

Sorry to be...

 
 By: Ludi : November 27th, 2020-07:52
... (far) less sophisticated than the OP, one of my main hobbies (besides drinking coffee) is Crossfit. I’m used to train once a day everyday except Sunday. Unfortunately, since Covid lockdown, I have no choice but to train @home, hence the poor equipment...  

No need to apologize, this thread was meant for all of us to share our other passions πŸ˜‰πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-08:01
Really cool about crossfit πŸ’ͺ. Awesome technique for training and one of the best for all-round fitness and performance. Never got into crossfit although I trained in martial arts for 16 years in total 😁

Great composition, my friend.

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-08:20

+1 πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-08:40

Wowza! Hello my grail watches and hobbies....

 
 By: K-Lo : November 27th, 2020-08:03
Great job Supreme Jedi..... I'll post an old hobby I have, tomorrow.

Hard to disagree, here.

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-09:51

πŸ‘πŸ™πŸ˜‰πŸ˜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-10:14

Excellent opening post for WristScan 🍾πŸ₯‚...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-10:18
Your 5070G looks superb ! This requires some serious consideration πŸ€”

Would you mind if I posted a couple of times...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-10:37
as I have several passions πŸ˜‰

πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-12:54

Toys for boys.

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-10:35
Trips, cars, pens, straps... Among other things. HAGWE. Nicolas ...  

One more for " the road "...

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-13:40
...  

Such a cool and crazy photo 😜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-14:12

Jajajaja. ;)

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-23:46

:)))

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 29th, 2020-05:01

Wheel of fortune ?

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:00
No message body

very cool set

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-10:44

Merci!

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-11:01

As I always say... Vlad and Dexter share many ...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:46
... similar passions! Lol!! Great shots dear Nicolas and superb watches from your collection. I’m specially fond of the two JLC Duometres you show blue and white dials. Specially the white dial is one of my grails. Keep enjoying and loving these men treas... 

Siempre mi placer mi amigo Nicolas! I wish your dream car...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-07:56
... will come true my dear friend! Hopefully you’ll also keep your charming P1800!! Un fuerte abrazo amigo mio! Abel

You are my hero!

 
 By: aperna : November 28th, 2020-07:01

You are too kind, Tony.

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-14:06

Nice shots!

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-08:14
Cars and watches - plenty to love! and keep one busy best regards

Amazing pics

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-08:54
I love this theme which shows the personality of each of us. And your pics are so you Nico showing how passionate you are about watches and cars. It's not only hobbies but real passion, I have the feeling you are in front of me talking loud and moving you... 

+1, well said Mike πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:58

:))))

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-23:48

Some very nice toys πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-02:59

I love your taste in jackets

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-07:00
plus congrats on your choice to put a Nato on that Duometre! Terrific style.

Here are a few

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-10:49
...  

I am speechless!

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-11:01

:-)

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-11:24

Maybe this will help

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-11:28
...  

What is this monstrosity 😳

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-11:30

Self evidence that passion wins over reason!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-11:33

LOL πŸ˜†

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-11:59

:-)))

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-08:38

haha!

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-08:11
well said!

Thank you Captain. The Wilson subs behind them are even bigger

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:08
Hihihi

Can you share any more about....

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-13:15
Your obvious love for audio. I’m genuinely interested as music has been a life long passion for me.

what would you like to know?

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:30

What’s your favourite music format..

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-13:32
To get the best from your setup ?

Ah! A trick question!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:43
If you allow me to cheat, I would like to re-use a post on a similar question a few months back as I like Vinyl as well as Digital equally...I think both are great and with DSD today, digital has matured into an organic medium as much as Vinyl can be. How... 

I completely agree with you ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-13:58
No trick questions ;-)) ... I love vinyl for all the reasons you stated and additionally the artwork of the albums.

Good point on the artwork. It is part of the experience!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:04

Have you had this pair of speakers long ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-14:23
and what amps are driving them ?

I got them about 4 years ago when them came out. I really like them as they sound really organic.

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:31
I have been using AirTight tube mono amplifier to drive them and I have a pair of transistor mono amp to drive the subs

I have a couple of setups...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-14:59
But changed to Devialet amps. I use a Michell deck with SME arm.

Interesting

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-15:17

My other system is Meridian

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-15:41

Yes, and built to last.

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 27th, 2020-15:52

Back when I was involved in the high end, which would be over twenty five years ago . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 27th, 2020-14:58
. . . there was no question that analog was the superior medium, and not by a slim margin. I suppose digital has improved markedly since. Still, when it comes time to put a system back together, it's going to be analog. Art

A time capsule from 1993, . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 27th, 2020-16:57
. . . more compelling than any words I could come up with: πŸ‘‚ ...  

Funny!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-17:38

Excellent πŸ‘πŸ‘πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-02:32

Lol! Wonderful!

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:57

wow!

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-08:11

😎πŸ€ͺ

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-09:34

Aahhh... a fellow audiophile!

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-07:05
It takes stomach to defend those beasts against (usually) the rage of our significant halfs ;-)

I know what you mean! :-)

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 29th, 2020-08:07

Nice !! Love the Sony gear πŸ˜πŸ‘. My wife shoots an A7R3 which is amazing 😜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-11:12
I'm still a dinosaur with traditional DSLRs but there is no doubt mirrorless is superior so I will make the switch eventually πŸ€¦β€β™‚οΈ

Yup they are amazing cameras!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-11:25
I had the A7R3 before upgrading to the A7R4 and it was an amazing machine!

Indeed πŸ˜‰πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-11:27

Well played Yakomino! A true passion for Time,

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:51
... Image and Sound!! Great shots and objects of desire you share with us! The audio speakers... Awesome!! Hagwe! Abel

Love that last shot...

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-08:13
this explains your excellent shots too. thx for sharing!

I am also guilty of taking photos 99.5% of the time with my phone as well my friend. You know what they say...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:54
The best camera is the one you use most often, not the best on paper πŸ˜‰πŸ€£πŸ˜‚

Agreed πŸ‘πŸ˜‰πŸ˜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-09:05

Exactly

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 29th, 2020-03:39

That makes me happy!

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-09:09
My wife is telling me I am crazy with so much photo material, so many lenses, profoto lights and shaping tools...

And one more

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-11:26
...  

I know I know...I much prefer California or Florida

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:32

Well you choose well my friend.

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:17

Is one of these two state your permanent residence?

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:36

Here is an idea: a purist event combining golfing !

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:27

I am all in!

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-14:28

Every hole could feature a special watch or brand...hihihi

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:32
And if you do a hole in one you get your grail watch !

Agreed πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-14:47

Typically in tournaments the high handicaper are very dangerous as they gets so many shots :-)

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:50
My mother in law in a 24 handicap and makes the best club tournament partner as she can make pars!

Exactly my point πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-14:52

Highly recommended πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-15:05

Damn you. ;p

 
 By: amanico : November 27th, 2020-15:07

Thanks Nicolas!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-14:26

That’s a great shot!!

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:58

That’s a good shot πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:01

Thank you captain

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 29th, 2020-03:48

My pleasure πŸ₯‚

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-04:00

Great theme .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 27th, 2020-12:19
Like many of us i do have other hobbies. Mostly cars and bikes I also spend some time at the gym but always naked πŸ˜‰πŸ€£ Hagwe ...  

Thanks , the watch is a Corum Rolls Royce.

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 27th, 2020-14:11
A serie the brand made in white en yellow gold . I purchased it after buying our first RR 20 years ago . Thought it was kinda cool to have it on the wrist while driving the RR .

Wow, those are some serious wheels and watches!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:33
The seiko on the orange strap is very cool, along with your bulova digital!

Thanks 😊

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 27th, 2020-14:12

WOW

 
 By: aperna : November 28th, 2020-07:02

WOW amazing my friend!

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-09:17
This Remontoire is really top top cool and the strap is just perfect to give it a cool look instead of formal classic. Are the 2 Agusta bikes yours too? I did not know that,.. The hidden side of you my friend As a former bike lover I understand so well bu... 

Thanks my friend,

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:03
Yes the two MV Agusta bikes are mine , i also own a 350 race bike from the brand . Bikes and cars are also a big passion πŸ˜‰. To bad you can’t drive a bike anymore 😞 its so relaxing and fun imho. Wish you a great Sunday my friend

Wow, impressive machines!

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-08:03
I used to enjoy cruising but specially speed everywhere with bikes, cars, ski... and now I have nice memories. Of course big regrets but I can't help it, c'est la vie. At least I have enjoyed it remendously for long even if it is now behind me. Don't worr... 

Loving that GrΓΆnefeld ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:03
and your passion for cars and bikes. Have a great weekend.

Thanks dear Captain,

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:04
Wish you a great rest of the day

Thanks dear Abel

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:06
, true cars , bikes and watches are a passion since my childhood, i guess because my old man has got similar passion and we love to restore and work on them together.

I have quite a few collections, most of them accumulated over the past 30+ years.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : November 27th, 2020-13:01
Here's a small representation of some of my favorite collections. There are others, but not easy to photograph with a watch. Medieval manuscript pages... ancient and medieval antiquities... Mid-century sculpture and art... Pens... Coins... 18th century Eu...  

Oh lala! Lots of passion in your life sir! Love it!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-13:34

Thank you!

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : November 27th, 2020-14:08

Thanks. Antiquities are one of my larger collections, started at least 35 years ago and constantly growing. My latest acquisition is the Luristan bronze short-sword that the Navitimer is hanging on in the second image.

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : November 27th, 2020-14:35
Most of the pieces range from neolithic through about the 15th century although some are somewhat more recent, into the Renaissance. They include Egyptian, Roman, Greek, Luristanian, Chinese, Byzantine, German, Israeli, Pre-Columbian, Canaanite, Japanese,... 

Wow 😳

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 27th, 2020-14:40

Thanks!

 
 By: Emil Wojcik : November 27th, 2020-14:37

Classic cars are definitely a great passion ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:06
Nice photos.

Four passions here since . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 27th, 2020-15:28
. . . my teens: music, exemplified by following the Stones on tour . . . [Anaheim, '13] . . . with forty shows under my belt since '78; ale . . . [pint of Newcastle] . . . with forty firkins under my belt (maybe more!); Omegas old and new . . . . . . with...  

Impressive pool shots Art! Wow!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-15:32

All called shots, too . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 27th, 2020-15:34
. . . no slop when we're playing!

I know even more impressive...you must play a lot still?

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 27th, 2020-15:47

Play twice weekly with my pals, and practice at home . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 27th, 2020-16:59
. . . almost daily. 🎱

Following the stones must have been amazing Art. My childhood consisted of a rigorous and disciplined schedule for academics and sports so sadly I never had time to be the typical teenager...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-01:48
and could not do what most other teenagers were doing. No regrets as I understand and appreciate how and why it was done but when I share with others it does make me reminisce a but of what trouble I could have gotten into πŸ˜‚πŸ€£

When I was a teen, Dad didn't let me drive into LA . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 28th, 2020-08:08
. . . to see the Stones with my pals. Missed their shows at the Forum in '72 and '73, and then again in '75 when we were in Alaska. I was almost 21 before seeing them for the first time. I might've been upset with Dad back then for not letting me out on m... 

That's the Turo we know! ;)

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-23:55

Have you got satisfaction ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:10
From seeing β€œThe Stones” 40 times ?

As they say, it's the singer . . .

 
 By: Dr No : November 29th, 2020-13:30
. . . not the song. ;-)

Your videos at the pool table show pure Magic dear Art!! I can imagine how many long hours of practice is needed to reach this level and also feel that a natural talent is needed...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 29th, 2020-05:26
... to accomplish this level of play. Always enjoy so much viewing your videos. I wish some day I will be able to view you playing in person. ItΒ΄s true that you are fortunate you can enjoy all your passions together. I wish you will keep enjoying your pas... 

Okay!

 
 By: K-Lo : November 27th, 2020-17:37
Former hobby, Burberry jackets!!! ...  

🀣🀣🀣🀣🀣 that’s funny you speak of your wife

 
 By: K-Lo : November 28th, 2020-03:49
My wife bought all of these for me over the past 10 years 😭😭😭😭😭, otherwise, I would be dressing like a homeless person like you πŸ˜‰πŸ˜‰πŸ˜‰

OMG ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-02:40
That’s quite a collection 🧐

Sounds fun ;-)

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-04:38

Really cool sir! Is that a Cartier in the second picture?

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:49

Thanks! Picture quality of the new iPhones 11 or 12 Pro have really improved

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-05:05
I find myself using them now more after then my camera setup

Ha ha ha!! Certainly! I loved that definition so much!! Lol ! Thank you my friend. You did a great job hosting this week end and your Theme attracted so many wonderful contributions from...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 30th, 2020-06:41
... our community. Well done! And thank you for your kind efforts. I wish you enjoyed so much. Best cordial regards, Abel

Hello my Dear Abel, hope you and the family are well!

 
 By: K-Lo : November 29th, 2020-08:01
We all look a little "homeless," well, at least at certain parts of our life. Hoping you have a great week coming up!!!!!

Hello my dear friend Ted. Thank you so much. We are doing well here and hope you and your beloved ones too. Agree with you. Truth is that I have many passions in life but give very little...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 30th, 2020-14:57
... attention to clothes or fashion. It is thanks to my wife that I get new clothes though I hate to try them in fitting rooms. I donΒ΄t care much as long my clothing is clean and well pressed! Lol! Have a nice week ahead my friend and take care! Best cord... 

I have edible hobbies :)

 
 By: NT931 : November 27th, 2020-20:52
I love chocolate, and like how independent watchmaking has expanded in the past decade, the past decade has also seen the expansion and appreciation of craft chocolate. This is the rose gold Nomos "mocca" dial, a lovely brown, against a chocolate bar from...  

Sweet!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:50

Perfect!

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-07:11

Love that photo !

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:11

Awesome hobbies you have

 
 By: hans_jorgen_1968 : November 28th, 2020-01:35

Many thanks 😁

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-03:08

GO Excellence Panorama Date Moonphase and Pelikan M1000

 
 By: aWtchslvr : November 28th, 2020-01:42
Two german beasts I like the most. Nice weekend. ...  

+1

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:50

Beautiful GO you got there

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:51

Same to you! Cheers

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-09:58

Pelikan M1000 excellent choice! and the GO too of course!

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-09:24
I don't have too many Pelikan but a few, and you might recognize 2 Toledo ones in the pics I have posted in this thread...

MY GOODNESS!!!

 
 By: aWtchslvr : November 28th, 2020-09:52
What a pieces you have shown. Amazing. To say the truth I have some watches that can be called high end or at least near high end. However I have a lot of fountain pens but by now I did not jump to the great ones. Tempted with some Taccia limited editions... 

Excellent photos πŸ‘Œ

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:12

Too many hobbies......

 
 By: hans_jorgen_1968 : November 28th, 2020-01:55
I. probably have too many hobbies.... according to my wife.... Below. a few I have also played golf, but only 28 years best Hans nu y ...  

Very nice Hans and I can definitely relate to having too many hobbies and passions...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-04:21
I just tell my wife and family that I like learning and want to enjoy life without regrets so I indulge where I can without harming myself, my family, or others around me πŸ€ͺ

The last picture is from out Summerhouse...

 
 By: hans_jorgen_1968 : November 28th, 2020-08:43
... only hobby I svare with my wife

Good looking Speedmaster !

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:13

Champ, impressive collection....

 
 By: S F : November 28th, 2020-02:28
Can really see your love for golf, bravo! If I can call it a hobby...I like to take pictures when I am travelling. I think the rolex with predominantly black color tone go well with the cams πŸ˜‚ Have a good weekend. SF ...  

That is a lot of passion for photography! Well done

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:53

Haha thks Chronometer...:)

 
 By: S F : November 28th, 2020-06:25
An impressive set of sony full frame gear you have there..πŸ˜‰

LOL, thanks for being kind SF. Some would think I have a bit of an obsession with golf, including my wife πŸ˜‚πŸ€£

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:09
Love those mirrorless Sony cameras, especially with the Zeiss lenses πŸ”₯πŸ‘

Thanks MikeπŸ₯‚

 
 By: S F : November 28th, 2020-20:53

Watches and Passions ....

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-04:15
Hello dear Holdemchamp and friends, Watches have been part of a long journey of passions over the years, including flying and skiing and cars. Stories to share another time. A few things have been a constant along the way and music has been one of these. ...  

Great capture and creative layout for one of them.

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-04:54

Thank you πŸ™

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-05:14

Many thanks πŸ™

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 28th, 2020-10:26

Hello dear Captain! So nice to know about your other passions beyond watches. Flying, skiing, cars, music, watches are all wonderful passions to enjoy in our lives.

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 29th, 2020-05:46
Your nice pictures well show those which have been a constant with you. Well played as usual my dear friend. I wish you a beautiful and peaceful week end my friend. Best, Abel.

Thank you Abel ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-06:10
I’m hoping to get back to my flying very soon. I’ve got my eye on a vintage plane ;-))

Terrific shots!

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-07:11
They capture the mood so well. Thanks, Captain.

Titanium Goodness...

 
 By: Jim14 : November 28th, 2020-05:11
...  

A great theme of passion.

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-07:11

My contribution

 
 By: FRAMII : November 28th, 2020-05:51
My main hobby is my work but after family and work my hobbies are watches, cars, hifi and some fishing (but not that much): My favorite watch and car: Newish and old: Home cinema rack: Gone fishing: Have a great weekend πŸ‘ Fram ...  

Thanks.

 
 By: FRAMII : November 28th, 2020-13:25

Very cool passions Fram 😁. I enjoy a bit of fishing myself but have not gone in many years, sadly...

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:17
Love the photo with the SLS and even more with the vintage Benz πŸ”₯

Nice collection Fram! Love the audio rack!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-09:01

Very very convincing selection!

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-09:55
C'est la classe! I love your passions my friend

Thanks πŸ‘

 
 By: FRAMII : November 28th, 2020-13:21

My kind of sports watch

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-07:13
to go fishing. Well done!

Hello dear Holdemchamp and again welcome to the Host Team...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-06:37
... and for choosing a great Theme which will bring many interesting entries I’m sure. You open the thread with an impressive post showing some awesome and stunning pieces in both watches and pens. Indeed it inspires us and also sets a bar very high. The ... 

My big pleasure my friend!

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-11:50

Ah ! What a excellent theme you have chosen for us, J !

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-07:44
And wow.. look at all your collections ! I am sure there are more ))) I especially like the camera sets! I still find it very cool that you wear these watches for golf! Respect! Music is my other passion besides watches and I love the time I spend at the ...  

Thanks S, hope you enjoy the theme. As for me, yeah I had to filter and did not want to take too long posting endless photos LOL πŸ€£πŸ˜‚

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:36
BIG congrats for finally receiving your EW 321. I absolutely love mine and I am sure you will have as much fun and joy wearing it as I do with mine πŸ˜πŸ‘ As for music, I wish I had learned to an instrument when I was younger but I was busy with academics, sp... 

Many thanks my friend !

 
 By: Seeks : November 28th, 2020-20:58
One thing is for sure... Since you have already tested your Speedmaster 321 for shock resistant, I will not take mine to the golf course anytime soon )) Warmest regards

indeed ! I remember!

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-01:50
)

hahaa!

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-02:03
It was rigorous process, repeated over 18 holes I believe ))))

Thx Nico! I also have a weakness for cars.

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-00:26
This Lotus is one of my favorite. I likened it to a 2 hand watch... no frills, just a pure execution of a driving machine. Sadly no longer in the garage. I still miss the Sunday morning drives with this Lotus. Found a couple of photos from an older iphone...  

πŸ˜‰πŸ™πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 29th, 2020-01:56

Fabulous Lotus ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:20
Some of the best handling cars in the world. You need another one in your life !

Big +1 πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 29th, 2020-03:26

Definitely πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:44

Indeed. Raw handling and superb around the corners

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-07:46
Darn, I miss it more now Warmest regards

Great cars ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-08:34
I have a few Lotus stories to share sometime. This is as close to Lotus as it gets fit me at the moment. ...  

WOW !

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-08:46
This is one of your rides? Amazing car! Yes, please do start a post one day on this Caterham! 620?

Beautiful photos seeks ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:17
Your Ed White looks superb !

Many thanks dear Cap'n !

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-07:40

many thanks dear Abel!

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-07:41
Much appreciated and have a great and safe weekend too

Might be a few

 
 By: Tegis : November 28th, 2020-07:45
...  

Veey cool selection 😎 πŸ‘Œ

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-08:38

I have to admit this week's theme is like music to my ears

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-08:33
I guess I don't need to tell you what my hobbies are apart from watches: fountain pens, cuff links and photography. The best is actually to be able to merge all these passions in some photographs where I put them together. Here are some samples in no part...  

i know you take great shots but the 2 that left me dumbstruck are...

 
 By: mahesh : November 28th, 2020-08:39
the 5070G & the Mercator - very well shot my friend !

Merci mon ami, I have to admit they were not too shabby hehehe!

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-07:46
Maybe both the watches and the photos, at least not the worst ones

Wow! Spectacular pictures my friend.

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-09:04

Merci beaucoup Bill ;-)

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-07:50
I enjoy taking these objects in photo

Excellent pics and hobbies my friend .

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:11
Love your pens ,and watches . Do you still own that Salmon Gondolo PP? Been looking at them for a while now πŸ˜‰

Thanks mon ami

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-07:55
Unfortunately no. That 5024G has a 215PS inside. I had to let go all my manual wound watches except very exceptions you know why... I must say that Gondolo was simple but a very elegant piece

Superb shots Mike!

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-07:40
All of them!

Thanks for the compliment

 
 By: Mike H : November 29th, 2020-07:56
Glad you like them

Perfect shots Mike ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-09:16
Well played.

My contribution...

 
 By: orahu : November 28th, 2020-08:58
My first passion, so to speak, for collectibles involves fountain pens (and inks, paper, and pen cases). I also really enjoy fine leather products including those by Filson and Bellroy. This photo brings together a Stowa, which does not get much wrist tim...  

Agreed πŸ‘πŸ™πŸ˜‰πŸ˜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-09:24

Hello Orahu! Welcome to our WS and it is very interesting to know about your passions beyond watches. As a lover of fountain pens I paid much interest in reading the brands you...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 29th, 2020-05:58
... are fond of. I also own these brands and enjoy them so much both writing with them as admiring their design, colors and details. Thank you for sharing this beautiful picture of your Nomos and Boheme and look forward to your participation in future edi... 

Matching watches and some of my Pop Art

 
 By: brauner : November 28th, 2020-09:00
Roy Lichtenstein, Time cover Robert Indiana Fred Bred Charles Langellier Patrice Murciano, Wedding portrait ...  

Thank you, some more from Murciano

 
 By: brauner : November 29th, 2020-05:55
in my office ...  

Thanks, I like the horse

 
 By: brauner : November 29th, 2020-05:53

Hello dear Holdemchamp! Here is my contribution to ...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-09:02
... this so interesting thread devoted to our personal passions beyond watches. I must admit that my wife is right when she says I have too many passions. But I guess collecting things with passion is something I carry in my blood. Before arriving to seri...  

Amazing entry Abel. Love the knives and pens, especially those silver gaucho knives which are incredible in detail πŸ”₯πŸ’₯

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-09:20
Didn't know you were an author and expert in knives and firearms. Good to know for future reference πŸ€”πŸ˜‰

Thank you so much for your kind comments Holdemchamp ...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-09:35
... and I’m happy that you liked these pieces. Yes gaucho knives with silver handles and sheaths are pieces of art made by silversmiths. Very nice pieces really. I don’t consider myself an expert but it’s true I have devoted much time and efforts to study... 

Absolutely agree with your thoughts.

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-11:51
Thank you again!! Abel

πŸ‘πŸ™πŸ˜πŸ˜‰πŸ‘

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-12:21

Ha ha ha!! Thank you so much dear Bill! That’s exactly...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-09:26
... what my wife says every time I bring another item home! Most of my collections reside in boxes and drawers and can’t be fully enjoyed this way regret to say. It also requires a lot of attention and care and I’m getting old and don’t have much time for... 

+1 agreed πŸ‘ πŸ˜‰

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-09:28

☺️☺️

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-09:36

I am speechless my friend

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-10:03
What an entry! Fantastic cool selection

Thank you so much dear Mike!! Appreciate so much...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 28th, 2020-11:52
... your so kind comments!! Hagwe! Abel

Stunning collections Abel ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:40
Collecting gives so much pleasure. All are beautiful items. The Pradel folding knife looks interesting.

Thank you Abel...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-05:21
Could I ask you about the knives beautifully engraved with Bullfighting images. Very interesting.

Hello dear Captain! Glad to know you liked these knives. The origin of those engraved was in "navajas" which were very popular in the 1950's as a souvenir of different parts of Spain...

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 30th, 2020-15:36
... the blades were engraved with city buildings, local costumes, Flamenco dancers, and most popular of all bull fighting scenes. The engraving was done with the aqua forte technique and then finished with bright colors enamel paints. The motifs were done...  

Thank you for enlightening me on this subject...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : December 1st, 2020-01:46
They are all beautiful in different ways but I particularly like this one. It reminds me of the Spanish artistic style of the period. Perfect colour choices. ...  

Hello dear Captain! My big pleasure to answer your question about these "navajas de recuerdo" or souvenir clasps. The one you like is actually a vintage piece...

 
 By: Subexplorer : December 1st, 2020-08:45
... though not easy to date these pieces, I guess it was made around the 1970Β΄s in Santa Cruz de Mudela in a special design which captures some arabic influence. It is a good sample of how those originals were in those days. Though these navajas are not r... 

wow....you killed it Abel !

 
 By: mahesh : November 29th, 2020-05:01
i love those pens you've got - great taste my friend !!

Wow 😳 thats one impressive Knife and pen collection 🀩

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:12
Well played dear Abel

To big themes for me land and sea.

 
 By: Bill : November 28th, 2020-09:29
Classic cars for land and everything goes on the ocean under or on top of it. And of course food and wine to keep thing rolling smoothly. ...  

Obsessive compulsive on the dive watch collecting.

 
 By: Bill : November 28th, 2020-12:56
Have a great weekend.

That's putting it mildly πŸ˜‰πŸ˜

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-13:06

I could have bet you would come with this mix

 
 By: Mike H : November 28th, 2020-10:07
Ocean, cars, wine, food... and watches that is all you Bill, top cool passions

The very pleasures of life ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:28
All great passions.

Great shots as usual sharing your passions Bill! Your ocean wrist shots are a classic here. I love them so much. And your collection of diving watches is just awesome.

 
 By: Subexplorer : November 29th, 2020-04:59
A big love for sea, watches and cars is evident in these shots you show here. Keep enjoying and loving them so much!! Best cordial regards, Abel

You know... just a bunch of "cats" ;-)

 
 By: InDebtButOnTime : November 28th, 2020-11:16

LOL πŸ˜‰πŸ˜ΈπŸ˜œ

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 28th, 2020-11:21

Beautiful pictures

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 28th, 2020-11:38

Thanks my friend!

 
 By: InDebtButOnTime : November 28th, 2020-17:34

The second picture is superb.

 
 By: amanico : November 28th, 2020-23:52

Going slowly

 
 By: jml_watches : November 28th, 2020-16:03
Hi A couple from me - wearing latest watch, which was unexpected both in terms of getting it & what it is. Slow Even slower! Cheers JML ...  

Thanks :) it's a lightly modded MX5

 
 By: jml_watches : November 29th, 2020-00:54
About as far as you'd want to go and still be able to drive it on the road. Cheers JML

Helmet on shot ! ...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:32
Ready for action πŸ‘

Sneakers sneakers sneakers

 
 By: jlc.thomsen : November 28th, 2020-16:15
Lately I’ve been diving into sneakers and chasing drops and limited editions. A passion that was ignited by my 9 year old son. We are going into cleaning kits and collection boxes with UV filters and what notπŸ˜€. Great fun and a bit of an obsession. Today w...  

Haha. Yes, I didn’t see it coming either

 
 By: jlc.thomsen : November 29th, 2020-05:14
Nice when the kids can get you going on something and start a fire πŸ”₯ Same way I got into watches with my now 30 years old son BTW. My longest lasting passion is coffee, but since it’s also my work it doesn’t really count. Still feels like a passion though...  

Indeed, very true πŸ‘ πŸ‘Œ

 
 By: holdemchamp1225 : November 29th, 2020-05:21

Thanks my friend. Yes it’s great fun! And unstoppable too.

 
 By: jlc.thomsen : November 29th, 2020-07:08
Main issue is that it takes more space than the watch crazynessπŸ˜‚. We’ll need a walk-in sneaker room soon. ...  

Thats so cool 😎 πŸ‘ŒπŸ»

 
 By: Watchonthewrists : November 29th, 2020-07:14
Didn’t expect seeing this . I guess we have a winner here

You killed me!

 
 By: amanico : November 29th, 2020-07:21

Cool picture

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 29th, 2020-04:02

Thanks Yako!

 
 By: jlc.thomsen : November 29th, 2020-05:16

Other passions...

 
 By: KMII : November 28th, 2020-23:58
With travel being restricted and our relocation to here last year being very space limited, quite some of the other passions had to stay behind but here’s a few shots irrespective. I do like the odd pen. Not a major collecting area but still... I am also ...  

Hi KMII...

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-03:31
Your Zenith on that custom strap looks superb. Great choice for something different. Have a great weekend.

One picture that shows four hobbies of mine

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : November 29th, 2020-03:54
Sporting an Ellipse 3738 J on an hot summer's day: Watches, shoes, colthing and fashion AND to look good in all these things: running and (steroid free) bodybuilding for a model physique πŸ’ͺπŸ‹οΈβ€β™€οΈπŸ˜€. Thank you for such a great theme! ...  

Great capture dear Count de Monet!

 
 By: Chronometer (aka yacomino) : November 29th, 2020-04:00

Thank you, Chronometer.

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : November 29th, 2020-04:11

Its an ETRO shirt ...

 
 By: COUNT DE MONET : November 29th, 2020-04:13
The trick is to make all four hobbies look effortles ;-)

That’s a good photo πŸ‘

 
 By: Cpt Scarlet : November 29th, 2020-09:19

A fantastic theme...

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-06:42
as it helps getting to know better the members on this great forum. My passions usually involve beauty in all its forms. I'm an esthetically driven person and I have a hard time resisting things of beauty, whatever they may be. So let's jump in... Art I c...  

killer shot !

 
 By: mahesh : November 29th, 2020-08:27

Thank you, mahesh!

 
 By: mrds : November 29th, 2020-08:42

Many fantastic shots, daniel!

 
 By: Seeks : November 29th, 2020-08:48
Love the BW picture with the watch creatively positioned on the spiral staircase!