I'm looking to deepen my collection a little from the CW, Tag Heuer, Seiko, Breitling etc into less obvious purchases especially interesting pieces second hand... Mainly swiss...I love the Heuer styling and the 70's sports styles but also Pilots watches are a fave...
I'm sure they're are many manufacturer of interest but if anyone has any opinions i'd love to hear them.... mostly so i know what to look for on flea-bay and at my local boot sales...
Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
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Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Matty
You would need to suggest some kind of budget you have in mind to narrow down your request.
Why not trawl through the posts in the Other Brands sub fora to see if anything takes your fancy? You can then ask for advice specifically about that particular make.
Have a look at German watch brands like Nomos (for stylish) and Steinhart.
Try also googling on 'pilot watches' for example. You'll soon get a flavour for what is out there.
scooter
You would need to suggest some kind of budget you have in mind to narrow down your request.
Why not trawl through the posts in the Other Brands sub fora to see if anything takes your fancy? You can then ask for advice specifically about that particular make.
Have a look at German watch brands like Nomos (for stylish) and Steinhart.
Try also googling on 'pilot watches' for example. You'll soon get a flavour for what is out there.
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If you like vintage Heuers, then Mr Rick is your man for advice as he hasa rather nice collection of them. They won't be cheap, and some are mucked about with with non original parts, so do your homework first.
I collect vintage Tissots, which are often overlooked and can be good value.
This is a few of mine in the 70's sports style.......
I collect vintage Tissots, which are often overlooked and can be good value.
This is a few of mine in the 70's sports style.......
John
Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Scooter, good call..scooter wrote:Matty
You would need to suggest some kind of budget you have in mind to narrow down your request.
Why not trawl through the posts in the Other Brands sub fora to see if anything takes your fancy? You can then ask for advice specifically about that particular make.
Have a look at German watch brands like Nomos (for stylish) and Steinhart.
Try also googling on 'pilot watches' for example. You'll soon get a flavour for what is out there.
scooter
lets say hundreds not thousands and if its a bargain then its a good thing.. just quality swiss movements and well thought of..
Its a little dip into the other manufacturers bit that has led me to ask - just call me lazy
C60 TRIDENT AUTO #1556, C11 MSL BLACK MANTA #0891, 1984 Seiko 7a38, Tag Heuer 2000 professional(my daily grind) and other Seiko's..
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Mr Monkey thats brilliant stuff - thank you .. exactly the right pitch.. they look awesome.. I'm heading off to ebay now..Monkey wrote:If you like vintage Heuers, then Mr Rick is your man for advice as he hasa rather nice collection of them. They won't be cheap, and some are mucked about with with non original parts, so do your homework first.
I collect vintage Tissots, which are often overlooked and can be good value.
C60 TRIDENT AUTO #1556, C11 MSL BLACK MANTA #0891, 1984 Seiko 7a38, Tag Heuer 2000 professional(my daily grind) and other Seiko's..
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Me tooMatty75 wrote:just call me lazy
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Read here and beware the Fleabay.
http://www.christopherwardforum.com/vie ... =8&t=16059
Although i am sure there is lots of genuine watches around, there are also lots that are not.
Personally i think the vintage Omega & Tissot movements are some of the best value around, like this Omega from 68, Cal 564.
http://www.christopherwardforum.com/vie ... =8&t=16059
Although i am sure there is lots of genuine watches around, there are also lots that are not.
Personally i think the vintage Omega & Tissot movements are some of the best value around, like this Omega from 68, Cal 564.
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Agree with Footy above. I had a recent vintage failure with a Fortis when the movement turned out to be some no-mark movement without Incabloc shock protection and a bent balance wheel and spring. Plus, the face was glued to the movement using mastik or something - it was a total mess.
I think someone else wiser than me on here always says "Buy the seller, not the watch". Wise words indeed
For pilot watches I would have to say Stowa or Laco, two of the original WWII makers. The Laco can be had quite cheaply with a Miyota auto movement so well worth looking at. Stowas tend to have long waiting list but they are beautiful watches.
Anyway, keep us all posted
I think someone else wiser than me on here always says "Buy the seller, not the watch". Wise words indeed
For pilot watches I would have to say Stowa or Laco, two of the original WWII makers. The Laco can be had quite cheaply with a Miyota auto movement so well worth looking at. Stowas tend to have long waiting list but they are beautiful watches.
Anyway, keep us all posted
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Matty,
'70s, sporty, but classy & understated is the Jaeger Lecoultre Club - I've seen good ones for around £650-700, but haven't quite had the funds to jump at the time.
'70s, sporty, but classy & understated is the Jaeger Lecoultre Club - I've seen good ones for around £650-700, but haven't quite had the funds to jump at the time.
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
brilliant guys thanks for the input... i'm gonna hunt for a Laco now and that Jaeger def looks the part
C60 TRIDENT AUTO #1556, C11 MSL BLACK MANTA #0891, 1984 Seiko 7a38, Tag Heuer 2000 professional(my daily grind) and other Seiko's..
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
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Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
Oops,John,what have you done???Matty75 wrote:Mr Monkey thats brilliant stuff - thank you .. exactly the right pitch.. they look awesome.. I'm heading off to ebay now..Monkey wrote:If you like vintage Heuers, then Mr Rick is your man for advice as he hasa rather nice collection of them. They won't be cheap, and some are mucked about with with non original parts, so do your homework first.
I collect vintage Tissots, which are often overlooked and can be good value.
The poor man's doomed now with on coming square eyes and very empty pockets
C5AKS - C7 Rapide - C4IPK - C6T3 - C6 Forum LE - W6 Splash - C8SWT - C70 DBR1
Breitling Hercules - Omega SMP - Boschett Cave Dweller - Seiko Monster - Porsche Design P'6310
Tissot Sea Touch - Oris Pro Diver - Dreyfuss 1925 - Tissot V8 - Deep Blue Pro Sun
Breitling Hercules - Omega SMP - Boschett Cave Dweller - Seiko Monster - Porsche Design P'6310
Tissot Sea Touch - Oris Pro Diver - Dreyfuss 1925 - Tissot V8 - Deep Blue Pro Sun
Re: Gentlemen (and Ladies) Educate me please :)
square eyes .. check !!!Rick wrote:Oops,John,what have you done???Matty75 wrote:Mr Monkey thats brilliant stuff - thank you .. exactly the right pitch.. they look awesome.. I'm heading off to ebay now..Monkey wrote:If you like vintage Heuers, then Mr Rick is your man for advice as he hasa rather nice collection of them. They won't be cheap, and some are mucked about with with non original parts, so do your homework first.
I collect vintage Tissots, which are often overlooked and can be good value.
The poor man's doomed now with on coming square eyes and very empty pockets
pockets deteriorating LOL
C60 TRIDENT AUTO #1556, C11 MSL BLACK MANTA #0891, 1984 Seiko 7a38, Tag Heuer 2000 professional(my daily grind) and other Seiko's..
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.
Wish list:
C60 FLE Scooter Blue, C70 MC, Steinhart Nav-B, C9-AUTO, 7a series Seikos & Maybe a Seiko Monster.