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xander
post Jan 9 2011, 10:19 PM

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wow.. bvlgari is on top of my dream watch list.. damn ex.. anyway i still can't get over the fact my CW is not coming to me... damn..

my banks said the merchant did not accept the transaction, there's no way i can check wif them(the bank).. i have to check wif the merchant
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post Jan 9 2011, 10:21 PM

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QUOTE(xander @ Jan 9 2011, 10:19 PM)
wow.. bvlgari is on top of my dream watch list.. damn ex.. anyway i still can't get over the fact my CW is not coming to me... damn..

my banks said the merchant did not accept the transaction, there's no way i can check wif them(the bank).. i have to check wif the merchant
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email or call the merchant.
U could use this to call the US office for FREE
http://www.google.com/chat/voice/

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post Jan 9 2011, 10:25 PM

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yeah,, since they r not replyin the emails.. better just call them up. thx so much bro patryn
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post Jan 9 2011, 10:37 PM

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Xander my bank is cimb..btw i will call them again on tmr to make sure transaction get thru otherwise need to call cwl customer svc hotline also..
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post Jan 9 2011, 11:00 PM

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yeah bro, let's keep each other updated
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post Jan 9 2011, 11:08 PM

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have to wait for tomorrow until the bank able to answer me. this is so frustrating
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post Jan 10 2011, 01:17 AM

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guys, i posted in cw forum bout this and the coordinator ask us to wait until tmr coz he said cw is nowmally closed during weekends..
tats y they r not replying..anyway, i wil try n call tmr as well
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post Jan 10 2011, 01:22 AM

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hi guys..wanna ask sumthin..ever this guess model??or see it..
80326G1..i wear it..my fther gve me..try to search gugel..didn find much..
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post Jan 10 2011, 01:33 AM

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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Jan 8 2011, 11:53 PM)
1. retails ~7.5K, discount ~25%
2. retails ~12K, discount ~10-20% iirc

local pre own site or overseas?
ck77 posted a Taiwanese site.
- http://www.watchart.com/index.php

SG/Msia
- passions.com.sg
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Thanks for the info. Went to some shops just now. The Tag was retailing @ RM7.1k. After 25% discount, was about RM5.3k. Pretty much within budget. The Omega is much more expensive even with discount.
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post Jan 10 2011, 02:58 AM

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QUOTE(gfunk11 @ Jan 10 2011, 01:33 AM)
Thanks for the info. Went to some shops just now. The Tag was retailing @ RM7.1k. After 25% discount, was about RM5.3k. Pretty much within budget. The Omega is much more expensive even with discount.
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watchseller is selling that pre own Tag for ~3.9K
http://www.watchseller.com/tagheaq20ch.html

Omega and Tag not the same tier.

Don't think U like square face else this is good value for money.
http://www.thewatchery.com/JeanRichard/Wat...8-11-61A-AAE_SG
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or this
http://www.watchseller.com/epenchwhdibl.html
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this is a diver rated to 300m
http://www.proworth.com/jeanrichardgentsdiverscope1-1-1.aspx
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doxa? limited to 1200 pcs
http://www.doxawatches.com/sub1200t_sharkhunter.htm

Damasko. special harden case resist scratch, anti magnetic, water resistance leather strap (treated)
http://www.damasko.de/eng/index.html
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post Jan 10 2011, 04:18 AM

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Hi guys,

Considering between these 2:
1) Tag Heuer Carrera - RM5900 disc ~25%
2) Omega Seamaster Aqua Terra Quartz - any idea on the price and best disc?

Also, anyone knows if these watches are available and cheaper in Dubai airport or Lucerne, Switzerland?

Thanks!
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post Jan 10 2011, 05:11 AM

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hey..anyone here used seiko?? seiko is quite good fr poor man affordable watch... what watch u all recommend for pilots to use?? isee there are a lot watches for pilots out there which are mostly overpriced
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post Jan 10 2011, 08:55 AM

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QUOTE(neverendingflyer @ Jan 10 2011, 05:11 AM)
hey..anyone here used seiko?? seiko is quite good fr poor man affordable watch... what watch u all recommend for pilots to use?? isee there are a lot watches for pilots out there which are mostly overpriced
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whats your budget?

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post Jan 10 2011, 09:28 AM

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hi guys, have anyone ever seen this brand before?

http://www.glashuette.com/index.php?id=289&L=1

It's german made. the dial pretty much look like stowa for me. and they make their own movement.

wonder how much the price range?
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post Jan 10 2011, 11:20 AM

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QUOTE(liat-liat @ Jan 10 2011, 09:28 AM)
hi guys, have anyone ever seen this brand before?

http://www.glashuette.com/index.php?id=289&L=1

It's german made. the dial pretty much look like stowa for me. and they make their own movement.

wonder how much the price range?
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Glashuette? Ranges form USD 8k to 50k++, not exactly in the "affordable" range. Good thing is you can get it locally, think its under swatch group as last time I went to service my Longines they carry glashuette there...

On another note, I was shopping around for some Ball, the hydrocarbon Magnate, was qouted RM9500 with 25% discount, anyone can tip me if any retailers offers a better discount then this?
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post Jan 10 2011, 11:31 AM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Jan 10 2011, 11:20 AM)
Glashuette? Ranges form USD 8k to 50k++, not exactly in the "affordable" range. Good thing is you can get it locally, think its under swatch group as last time I went to service my Longines they carry glashuette there...

On another note, I was shopping around for some Ball, the hydrocarbon Magnate, was qouted RM9500 with 25% discount, anyone can tip me if any retailers offers a better discount then this?
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That's not the website of Glashutte Original. It's actually a link to Nomos' website. Nomos is not easily available locally and it is not part of swatch group. And the prices are much lower than that of GO.
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post Jan 10 2011, 11:31 AM

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QUOTE(MeToo @ Jan 10 2011, 11:20 AM)
Glashuette? Ranges form USD 8k to 50k++, not exactly in the "affordable" range. Good thing is you can get it locally, think its under swatch group as last time I went to service my Longines they carry glashuette there...
1st thing 1st... click on the DARN LINK!!! its nomos Glashuette, not Glashuette original or A Lange and Sohn.

for nomos its affordable. I own 1, the new Nomos Ludwig Datum.
the link here on pics
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopi...&#entry38982486

Swatch group carries Glashütte Original and Union Glashütte. Union Glashütte is affordable they made the movement in Germany, design is ETA. price range more US$2K to US$10K.

9500 for a Ball after 25%, expensive. that price I think can get a IWC.


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QUOTE(liat-liat @ Jan 10 2011, 09:28 AM)
hi guys, have anyone ever seen this brand before?

http://www.glashuette.com/index.php?id=289&L=1

It's german made. the dial pretty much look like stowa for me. and they make their own movement.

wonder how much the price range?
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it is no stowa. the fit ad finish is better than a Stowa. if places have no stock, wait on order is similar to Stowa.

cheapest start from ~US$1060 or RM3250
http://www.watchbuys.com/store/pc/nomoswatches.asp
http://accessories.ameico.com/SearchResults.asp?Cat=45

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post Jan 10 2011, 12:00 PM

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QUOTE(lanatir @ Jan 10 2011, 11:31 AM)
That's not the website of Glashutte Original. It's actually a link to Nomos' website. Nomos is not easily available locally and it is not part of swatch group. And the prices are much lower than that of GO.
Ahhh... my bad.. i didnt bother clickign on the link.... i was actually eyeing GO at one poitn of time... but considering i can only afford the lowest low in their range.. i gave up time being..


QUOTE(patryn33 @ Jan 10 2011, 11:31 AM)
9500 for a Ball after 25%, expensive. that price I think can get a IWC.
Sorry.. that didnt came out right, what I mean was RM9500 retailing, comes with 25% discount, ie RM7125 after discount. Also, I have a problem with the watch, seems its got a cyclops "glued" on the face of the watch, anyone knows if that can conceivably be safely removed?
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post Jan 10 2011, 12:38 PM

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Found this on other forum, I find it is very good advise and easy to understand thumbup.gif
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1) Never settle. Compromise.
If a Rolex is really what you want, don't throw away money on a Seiko just to buy. Save that money toward the Rolex. If need be, buy a used model and have it refurbished.

2) Whenever possible, pay cash.
Don't rob Peter to pay Paul. Avoid credit cards like the plague; interest rates eat up discounts. Buy what you can afford.

3) Buy for YOU, not someone else.
If you look long and hard enough you will find someone in TZ, or somewhere else who will criticize your choice no matter what it is. Buy for you, not to impress someone else.

4) Consider the movement.
Consider the movement in the watch. Shoot for in-house or fine base calibers like the Zenith El Primero, Piguet, Lemania, Venus...but don't buy a style you don't like simply because the movement is a great one. You can't wear a watch inside-out.

5) Consider the manufacturer.
There are great ones to choose from but never buy just because of the name!
Patek is considered one of the finest, if not the best manufacturer out there. But if you don't like the designs, don't buy one!

6) You won't become the watch.
The watch won't change you. It is a watch. Einstein had a Patek, Hemingway wore Rolex and Omega. If you buy a Patek it won't make you a genius, and neither an Omega or Rolex will improve your writing.

7) Size matters.
Large watches are a fad and a style. Some really look good. Consider your wrist size because a really oversized watch on a small wrist looks sloppy. If you do buy a large watch, make sure your shirt cuffs will fit over it. You don't want to have to redo your wardrobe to fit your watch!

8) Get Insurance.
You will sleep better.

9) There is always going to be a better deal.
Shortly after you make a purchase, you will spot that exact same model selling for less. It is one of life's little jokes. Don't let it bother you.

10) Keep in mind that salespeople are usually only objective about watches that they sell.

11) The journey can be more fun than the destination.
Shortly after a purchase you may experience a let down. Let it pass, it's normal.

12) If it is broke, fix it.
To err is human. It is better to fix a mistake than try to live with it. If you really aren't happy with a purchase, get rid of it!

13) Consider color.
All stainless steel, all white gold, all platinum with a bracelet goes with everything. With a black strap, almost everything.
18k&black strap is dressy. 18k&brown strap is elegant but more casual, and looks good with browns, tans, blues, yellow, green, and sometimes even gray.
White dials are dressier and easier to read, black dials are more cool and sporty.

14) Accuracy is relative.
Your self-winding watch isn't as accurate as your quartz. However it can be 99% accurate. Off by just a few seconds out of over 80,000 each day is pretty amazing.

15) Take care of your good watches.
Get them serviced, keep them clean. They'll last longer than you will.

16) This is want, not need.
No one ever needs a luxury watch, this is about want. If you ask yourself, "do I need this?" the honest answer is always, "no."

17) Never buy a watch as an investment.
Some watches will retain value, most don't. The watch that actually appreciates in value is unique and chances are it will be your grandchildren who benefit, not you.

18) No one watch will statisfy you completely. There is no single definitive model.

19) The more you know, the less you need.
A collection of 4 exceptional watches is better than a collection of 10 mediocre ones.

20) Only engrave if it is a special gift.

21) Buy what you will wear, not for an occasion.
Don't run out and buy a dressy watch for just one special night. You probably have one you can wear that will be just fine, or don't wear one at all.

22) Wear it.
If it has been two months since you wore it, you don't really like it. Get something you want to wear.

23) Limited is usually a marketing term.
Limited to 5,000 pieces is not limited. Limited to 2,000 isn't either.
Really limited is 30. Or 10. Or one.

24) You don't have to justify to anyone except yourself.
Someone will someday say, "you paid that much for a watch!!!" You are not obligated to explain, and they won't understand anyway.

25) Don't look at the Patek on the other guy's wrist and be envious. Look at the watch on your wrist and be happy. Don't judge anyone by the watch they wear, including yourself.
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QUOTE(ck77 @ Jan 10 2011, 12:38 PM)
Found this on other forum, I find it is very good advise and easy to understand  thumbup.gif
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+1....really great advice....

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