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by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 7:21 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

@timor54 God I love the moonwatch, it's a deserved icon. And, of course, what provenance. Did I mention that I love a manual watch, oh, and a chronograph. These are permanently gnawing at the back of my mind, too. Do they discount them at all? Yep, costly, but what a watch, what a story.

Des
by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 4:54 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

I had two new in this year (and one surprise incoming today… Watch this space :D ). The C63 elite met my very high expectations for it and I’m still very pleased with it. It’s the Tudor that blew me away. I’d never really given Tudor the time of day before. I didn’t like the snowflake hands. I wasn...
by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 3:15 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WR testing by CW after repair/service
Replies: 25
Views: 259

Re: WR testing by CW after repair/service

That all makes sense to me. I just had one of my 20atm Elliot Brown's serviced. They pressure test to 5atm's, so a bit more. I guess they're just looking for the tiniest bit of water ingress, and it doesn't take much external pressure for that to happen. Had your CW been compromised I guess they'd ...
by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 2:48 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

^^ ^^
I did make my reply to rkovars with a bit of comedic license. Still, I'm impressed by your dedication to the cause.

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by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 2:45 pm
Forum: General Discussion
Topic: WR testing by CW after repair/service
Replies: 25
Views: 259

Re: WR testing by CW after repair/service

That all makes sense to me. I just had one of my 20atm Elliot Brown's serviced. They pressure test to 5atm's, so a bit more. I guess they're just looking for the tiniest bit of water ingress, and it doesn't take much external pressure for that to happen. Had your CW been compromised I guess they'd h...
by strapline
Wed Dec 06, 2023 12:55 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

@rkovars 4,5,6 watches? Having trouble remembering? Why not use the GMT bezel of your Marathon to record your new purchases, much more practical than a second time zone. 😉

Des
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 7:46 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Do I need a diver?
Replies: 36
Views: 533

Re: Do I need a diver?

From a pragmatic viewpoint I voted no, simple.

But really every watchie needs a diver. Life without a bezel click is somewhat underwhelming

Des
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 1:52 pm
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: The "what watch are you day dreaming about now" thread
Replies: 6519
Views: 616424

Re: The "what watch are you day dreaming about now" thread

After seeing @sproughton's new Ming I took a look at their site. I love all things to do with the sea so this really caught my eye.
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by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 8:30 am
Forum: Other Brands
Topic: An Odd Case...
Replies: 5
Views: 163

Re: An Odd Case...

That is mad! A piece of design that would bring a smile to Genta's face I'm sure.

Des
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 7:58 am
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

So, my reply to my OP. First off the watch in question was a grail watch for me, so you set quite a high bar, right? Second, I'd waited for quite some time before finally pulling the trigger, largely determined by the fact that the watch had been out of production for a long time. So why did it exce...
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 7:56 am
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

@missF I did expect to see this at some stage, and it is a real beauty. I think you just confessed to be something of a horological magpie, didn't you? :lol:

One watch? It's a silly notion let's be honest. There are many paths on the road to salvation, enjoy them all.

Des
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 6:56 am
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

@Thegreyman That’s two for the Explorer. The fanfare must be justified. Enjoy, Patrick.

Des
by strapline
Tue Dec 05, 2023 6:53 am
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

My quick, gut reaction, instinctive call on this is also a Hanhart but my Primus Desert Pilot Dark LE. Why? …the quality is right there for the the price range. Moreover, I really like the cachet & history of the Brand who, arguably, are little known even in WIS circles. A winner all round. Guy...
by strapline
Mon Dec 04, 2023 9:38 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

Amor Vincit Omnia wrote: Mon Dec 04, 2023 9:25 pm I’ve only bought one watch this year.

It hasn’t exceeded expectations at all. It has lived up to them.
You appear to have posted in the wrong thread. Speak with a mod and I'm sure they'll move it for you. :lol:

Lovely watch btw.

Des
by strapline
Mon Dec 04, 2023 9:36 pm
Forum: Offtopic
Topic: Thoroughly exceeded expectations
Replies: 23
Views: 533

Re: Thoroughly exceeded expectations

iain wrote: Mon Dec 04, 2023 7:02 pm The only watches I’ve bought this year that are still in my possession are my Explorer ...
In fact if it didn’t say Rolex on the dial I’d say it would be perfect.
I have to say this made me chuckle. Let's be honest, everyone loves the Explorer. I can see how it was worth the wait.

Des