Yep, I'd also happily wear it.jmarchitect wrote: ↑Sun Nov 27, 2022 11:29 am I’d wear it because looking at it every day would make me smile and remember not to take things too seriously. I’d be able to tell the time on it because by now, I know where the hands are in relation to hours and minutes. If for some reason I forgot, I’d be able to work things out by looking at the alternating black and white track running around the outside of the dial. I love it for its irreverence and cocking a snook at the staid and starchy.
Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
I wouldn’t wear it because it only was WR of 30m.
Other than that it’s ok. Easy enough to tell the time. A watch to bring a smile.
The world of watches doesn’t have to start and finish with dive watches and boring dress watch 3 handers.
I have reached the conclusion that many of you are far to set in your ways.
Neil
Other than that it’s ok. Easy enough to tell the time. A watch to bring a smile.
The world of watches doesn’t have to start and finish with dive watches and boring dress watch 3 handers.
I have reached the conclusion that many of you are far to set in your ways.
Neil
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
I've got socks like that
Plus, I don't believe that to be a screwdown crown
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
I think it’s fantastic. As a few have said- a watch to make me smile. I could see me selling a bunch of watches then taking my time choosing an Alexander Shorokhoff creation.
The form / function equation is the thing though. I don’t mind that it has an ETA movement, but 30m WR probably isn’t enough. We’re way over towards the design side of the equation here! Also I like watches that have a timing function- even if that’s just a non-migraine-inducing minute track!
The other watch I have my eye on this morning is a 1970 Tudor jumbo Prince Oysterdate. Things could go either way!
The form / function equation is the thing though. I don’t mind that it has an ETA movement, but 30m WR probably isn’t enough. We’re way over towards the design side of the equation here! Also I like watches that have a timing function- even if that’s just a non-migraine-inducing minute track!
The other watch I have my eye on this morning is a 1970 Tudor jumbo Prince Oysterdate. Things could go either way!
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
I like that it exists, and it is a ‘serious’ design, not some junk piece. Would I wear it? Yes, certainly, but not as my only watch.
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
Surely there is! In black and white, you can’t miss it once you see it.
Bjørn
Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
The design/artwork is a little crazy. I guess it's somewhat interesting, but not as a watch dial.
I think if I wanted cute whimsical arty watch design, I would get the Ricochet or Number Cruncher models from Mr Jones Watches.
https://mrjoneswatches.com/
I think if I wanted cute whimsical arty watch design, I would get the Ricochet or Number Cruncher models from Mr Jones Watches.
https://mrjoneswatches.com/
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
I can’t find any reason why I would not enjoy wearing this watch, life is too short not to smile.
Richard
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
Because it’s bloody horrendous, it took me ages to see the hands, I have no concept of art
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
A 41mm square watch would likely wear very large. Not great for my wrist. But that’s the least of my worries. A bit pricey, the colors and design don’t make me smile in the least. It would be difficult to match to clothing.
But I would love to see someone else wearing it and comment on what a cool, unique watch they have!
But I would love to see someone else wearing it and comment on what a cool, unique watch they have!
Alex
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
You would like an Oysterdate of one form or another. I find these vintage ones are very dependent on condition, though, and dial choice makes a big difference. I found my gold/champagne one much more attractive than any others I'd come across.
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
Thanks. It’s very hard obviously to know from pictures alone... The one I found is a jumbo - didn’t know they existed. The 38mm diameter with 20mm lug width to satisfy my need for a selection of vintage straps seems just the perfect size. I think I’d enjoy it more than a 36mm. I’d really like to clear my head and clear my watch box first!!
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
A little Shorokhoff Horrors it may be but I really like the spiral around the date window.
I’ve just checked the website and I like the AV3 more, and the caseback is rather nice too, and at €3,200 the price isn’t too much of a shorokh (I’ll get my coat).
I’ve just checked the website and I like the AV3 more, and the caseback is rather nice too, and at €3,200 the price isn’t too much of a shorokh (I’ll get my coat).
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Just call me Diderot
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Re: Why wouldn’t you wear this watch?
Not to sidetrack the thread, but I love these old Oysterdates. The single word “precision” works so much better than the current verbage IMO.
As for the other? I would overdose on anti-seizure medication before I figured out what time it was.
Time and money? I’ve spent most of mine on booze and women. The rest I just wasted…
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