Pretty good money for a Swiss watch. Though I don't own one, wouldn't mind getting a Jazzmaster or Khaki chrono, usually can be had for ~3k. Seems to be less popular in MY due to lack of marketing.

Those sold on bodying are grey market if not mistaken. 2k probably means quartz. Do a search on the websites mentioned in 1st post and maybe the bay, there are good deals around quite often.

That is a very handsome watch, I like the blue dial model.

Out of curiosity, what is the price range for a watch with annual calendar complication?

Wow comparing prices that makes the Zenith very 'affordable' indeed. Plus you get the El Primero movement too. Let's see if this gets on our favourite grey dealers sales list.

That's a Mido All Dial Diver, on sale by grey dealer for the same price.
http://www.bodying.my/mido-watches-m8370-4...1/watches/23046

2.8k is fair I guess. I would try to further nego, cos personally would not pay such an amount for a non-chrono Mido.

Btw 1.6k is a lot of money for an Orient, but as long as you're happy

This post has been edited by deriku: Dec 27 2011, 05:23 PM

I paid less than 1k for my open dial Rally. But on second thought, yours being an Orient Star JDM model (I think), also with a retrograde complication, the price is not bad.

Have always liked the retrograde function (e.g. ML Masterpiece, Longines Master) but just can't justify the spending right now

4 retrograde functions!

The Longines is USD3750 on prestigetime. Agree that Orient watches take little effort to wind, at least compared to my Seiko Monster. Shaking it for about 10min brings the PR from 0 - 40.

CW preview sale is on. Quite a few models going for 30% off.

http://www.christopherward.co.uk/sale/preview.html

I think 2011 was a big year for me in my interest for watches. I came full round from Swiss to Japanese/German watches and back to Swiss. Also got my first 'high end' watch (at least that's what it is to me). No plans for next year as both my grails have been procured. Guess I will have to consolidate my collection and see what's the next pretty watch to catch my eye.

Happy 2012 to all watch lovers out there!

I like this model - Evo3 Big Date with moonphase, going for USD5390 at collectorstime. A versatile watch IMO, can be dressed up or down accordingly.

Scratches, dents, nicks, dings are all part of a watch's journey with the wearer. I wouldn't worry so much about it if it's nothing major.

If you must fix it, probably can send it to the Orient service center and have the case polished.

My suggestion, find out price first if money is a factor. If it's not, get the eta version which is also recommended by other forumers.

No more headache

TGIF. Arguably one of the best sports chronographs out there (according to Chuck Maddox, not me )



This post has been edited by deriku: Jan 6 2012, 10:11 AM

fluffy, the Speedy is in Malaysia now, I haven't seen it in the flesh myself. Counting down the days to CNY...

Yeah and I'm desperate to escape the cold dry winter here. Nothing like some tropical air and sunshine

Btw, looking for an aftermarket strap for the Speedy. Suggestions anyone? Currently considering these Hirsch models:

Professional in navy blue

Carbon in black with contrast stitch

Mariner in brown

Grand Duke in coffee brown - a little expensive though

Grey market online prices start at ~5.3k USD.
http://www.authenticwatches.com/broadarrow.html
http://www.prestigetime.com/items.php?series=114&page=1

Used model with white dial for sale - http://forums.watchuseek.com/f29/fs-omega-...ial-606249.html

Sorry for the late reply but I guess you've already got the answer from ck77. Same bph, miyota is noisier, Seiko a bit harder to wind. Have not tested both for accuracy.

Steinhart is a nice alternative. Or if you want something dressier, can consider this Louis Erard 7750 chrono from a Taiwanese dealer.
http://www.watchart.com/page02_01.php?ID=8...od&Page=1&LAP=1



FC mostly use ETA if I'm not mistaken. For 3k, not easy to get in house movement (other than the Japanese brands of course). Nomos offers models with their in house movement, starting at around 1k euros. With the Euro currency depreciation, might be worth considering.



This post has been edited by deriku: Jan 16 2012, 01:58 PM

Gnomon is the regional dealer for Steinhart, they are located in Singapore. Tissot is widely available, just walk into any reputable shopping mall and you are likely to find a Tissot AD.

Other brands from the 1st page of this thead such as Guinand, Christopher Ward, www.uhr.info etc all offer value for money watches. Downside is there are no local ADs, only purchase through the net.

Which Omega model is similar to the Oris? Can't recall anything similar.