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Your Record …
… is very elegant.
The Valjoux Cal. 88 was used by a range of manufactures including Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet, JLC, Breitling (Wakmann), Heuer, Record and Ulysse Nardin, so there is a definite family resemblance. It would be nice to get them together one day!
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What if we dedicated this Friday to watches we rarely see?
Here is my suggestion of the day: A watch I got in the US, thanks to the help of a good friend. Wittnauer Electro Chron. It is up to you, guys. HAGWE. Nicolas....
Really funny, Nicolas, as ...
well-known Bimbeano posted this last Friday : wristscan.watchprosite.com So, this is the second time within two weeks that I see a watch I´ve never seen before! You do not mean to post pics of those watches we rarely wear, but watches that are rarely seen...
Let's say that I'm somewhat guilty when it comes to Bimbeano's Witt.
We'll try to take a Duo pic of our Beauties. But I think that there are at least two other happy fellows who also own it. It would be fun to see 4 of these same watches in a F.W on the same site, don't you think? Only the Purists can do that. Best, Nicola...
I'm sorry but I don't have, on hand, any rare bird
Nicolas, My "not so rare" birds are on the "SPA". Wonderful Wittnauer Electro Chron "bird". It's rare to see one on this conditions. Vlad is wearing a quartz watch? The world will end sooner than 2012! Here are the watches for the week: The two more preci...
I don't trust the Incas, on this matter, Nilo. :)
In fact, I have two " Electric " watches... A lovely Swatch, with a stretch aluminium and rubber bracelet, which is a Chronograph, and this Witt... Boith being not comparable, of course, the Witt being more complex than a simple quartz watch, with its bal...
Nicolas, i think you need an Accutron in your collection
as they have such historical significance in Horology and even space travel. funnily enough i know where there is a lovely and original Spaceview that would look good on your wrist i love the hands od the Wittnauer, but i dont know if i want another batte...
Why not the Accutron Astronaut?
It "humms" like a bee and adds the GMT complication. Someday I "capture" my daughter Bulova set and post here. There are some interesting watches there. Cheers
i had 40 tuning forks...
i had 40 tuning forks at one time Nilo including 3 versions of the Astronaut, but all i have left now are 2. a 1960 14kt Alpha and a 1972 original spaceview. the astronaut is great, but very overpriced. G
Hey, how timely...just read it was moon landing anniversary 2 days back
And as usual, great shots! Best, Horo This message has been edited by Hororgasm on 2011-07-21 15:01:00
I only have 1 'rare' watch in that....
it is number 86 in the world....I'm sure you know what it is...!! Does this count..? Nice piece Nico, Yours my friend, Andy. This message has been edited by Andy on 2011-07-21 14:54:39
Hi Nicolas, only a very few collectors have seen
this one, the cities are very interesting IMHO. How many of them have you visited? Best to all, Tim This message has been edited by timerider on 2011-07-21 15:08:00...
Never seen, Tim. Wow!
You know my love for WT watches. Is this one a true one, or one like the JLC Memo International? Best, Nicolas.
Hi Nicolas, the "cities" disc rotates in sync with
local time once set, no recalculating required. It also has water resistance to 50M and comes with spare parts! The big manufactures could take a lesson on both fronts. This was a cool idea, lots of very interesting watches this week. Best to all, Tim
Interesting concept, Tim. If only it didn't have the date...
Funny how I hate the Date on a watch... Most of the btime, it ruins the beauty, the purity of a dial. Interesting watch, Tim. Will try to see one in the flesh. Thanks for the explanation. Nicolas.
The seconds hand is actually coated with a secret lacquer
process. It is a light shade of black. I didn't capture the sheen it gives off, really have to see it in the metal. I am still working with my new camera, rookie mistake. Best, Tim
Mountain View? Ever been to . . .
. . . Giant Chef Burger in Pleasant Hill? Great breakfast joint, better than the Original Pantry in downtown LA . . ....
Hi Art, never been, but looks like a lunch stop, too far for
Breakfast. Mtn. View is also known as Googletown. Best, Tim
Very nice Habring
This is not a brand that has called out to me but this model is the first to make me take active notice; thanks for posting!
Very subjective city list...
Tahiti was not a city l last time I looked, nor were the Azores. Still a very attractive watch This message has been edited by mrsnak on 2011-07-24 17:52:02
Tahiti and the Azores are more a state of mind, as
are a few of the other locals on the dial. That is the beauty of a piece "unique", it is up to you. Nice to see you noticed, was waiting for this post. Best to all, Tim
An uncommon vintage ...
... but one I love for its proportions and legibility. And its quite photogenic as well. Minerva Triple Date Moonphase Chronograph, (Valjoux Cal. 730), 21600vph, 17 jewel, PR 44h, steel, 36x13mm....
I'm spending more and more time on Vintage Minervas, Andrew.
I was puzzled by Mr Brossard's one. One of my targets ( the watch, not the watchmaker ), but they are pretty hard to find. Best, and thanks for sharing this beauty, my friend. Nicolas.
Your Record …
… is very elegant. The Valjoux Cal. 88 was used by a range of manufactures including Rolex, Vacheron Constantin, Breguet, JLC, Breitling (Wakmann), Heuer, Record and Ulysse Nardin, so there is a definite family resemblance. It would be nice to get t...
Nice Andrew, had no idea you had this in your stable...
..it's another side of you I didn't know about.
Don’t tell me …
… you thought I was one sided?! I may be perseverating on F.P.Journe, but there was a horological learning curve before then. I will try and give those watches some light. J Andrew
I didn't know you'd met my wife?!
That was the only 'deal' that occurred. [Actually the fact that she can be a devil and an angel all at once is her most impressive quality.] A
Not too often seen, at least.
One of the exciting watches from G.O. Love it! Best, Nicolas.
That´s ok, Arthur
I have seen this GO only very rarely in these premises . Kind regards, anaesdoc
that is such a cool piece
played around with one recently and it is an amazing complication. And of course the movement is great. HAGWE Andreas
I love the movement ...
... and the interesting rethink on the chronograph display. Nice. Andrew
comme vous le commande, mon seigneur
Lip de Baschmakoff - circa 1970 It is not hard to find something rarely seen in my watchbox... Ginger...
That is so true, Bernard.
Each time I see one, I think that it is unwearable, and each time I put it on the wrist, it is the same surprise. Lovely monster. HAGWE, my friend. Nicolas.
The modern version has the same effect, Nicolas, as . . .
. . . its massive proportions . . . . . . evaporate on the wrist. I attribute this to the asymmetric shape with a blend of obtuse angles and parallel edges in conjunction with the unique plinth and turret construction. It's so odd that it "works", even on...
Agree with you Art
I was amazed that it looked and fitted well on my slender wrist for the reasons you so eloquently described.cheers,dreamer
I was on to write the same words you wrote, Ginger! A special one, for sure! [nt]
No message body This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-07-21 23:03:08
Full hit of the topic!
You´ve very often some surprisingly uncommon watches to present, Ginger! Kind regards, anaesdoc
never seen this one
very interesting design. Thanks, learnt something again. Have a good weekend! Andreas
What a rare watch..
...great one Ginger Do you know anything about the watch? Best Hans
Vintage Nautilus!
These thin markers make all the difference with the modern. That is a stunning catch, Jeff. It will perfectly go with your Porsche. HAGWE, my friend. Nicolas.
Thanks my friend !
Indeed I like the blue/grey dial with a little bit of patina and thin indexes/hands.
Looking forward to seeing it in the flesh!!!
This watch really has something special, a very special blend of sporty elegance and retro feeling...really unique! Now you need the cufflinks to go with it! Matt
Weems
Then this my contribution for this Friday. A Wittnauer Weems from about 1940, that was used by flying freedom fighter during WWII URL=http://forumbilder.se] [/URL] HAGWE Anders...
I have a soft spot for this one, Anders.
I own its JLC Cousin, don't wear it a lot, but each time I do, it is with great pleasure. And the History behind is the cherry on the cake. Superb. HAGWE, Nicolas.
Thanks all, some info
I have searched online and found some info on it. Quite interesting I must say. "The wearer would rotate the movable bezel, keeping the 60-second mark over the sweep seconds hand, until a minute tone was broadcast over the airplane’s radio (Greenwich Civi...
Thanks for the explanation ...
... and the great photo. I always enjoy learning something new in these threads. Regards Andrew
Apricot indexes from Tuscany for me...
Fruty summer flavour From Ponte Vecchio in Florence Panoramic view of Florence HAGWE. Matt...
A Sexy Compressor case, in a superb environment. Well done, matt. [nt]
No message body This message has been edited by amanico on 2011-07-22 00:12:52
I like apricots! :)
Beautiful photos, Matt! Hope you have a great trip! HAGWE Blomman
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