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post Apr 9 2010, 11:47 AM

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QUOTE(bearbearhong @ Apr 9 2010, 11:43 AM)
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thanks again.

having oris big crown and classic, omega speedmaster now...in order for me to upgrade...i think it may be time for me to part with my oris
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post Apr 10 2010, 01:56 PM

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QUOTE(C-Note @ Apr 10 2010, 01:26 PM)
HEy guys,
any idea how much does this cost? I have one of these with metal bracelet
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Collectors selling one with leather strap USD1190
http://www.collectorstime.com/pre-owned-item.php
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post Apr 14 2010, 06:33 PM

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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Apr 14 2010, 05:47 PM)
no pics yet... Christopher Ward C600, just arrived yesterday.
at ~40mm, sit on the wrist nicely. rubber band is long suitable for ppl going diving.
the PVD finish is really nice. Great packaging didn't feel like one is buying a cheapo watch.
Great Lume I have to say..... loving the blue glow.

the only 2 issue I have is the deign of the hands, a little to long and broad. for US$385 its good value as a beater watch.
not own a ETA 2824, so can't compare with SW200 inside this watch.
2nd issue is the screw-in crown, maybe I own a Zenith so I pick on it. it just didn't give me THE FEEL. hey can't help right since its more than 10X diff in price. will pay with it for a few days and report how much time it gain/loss.
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nando, where is your laco biggrin.gif
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post Apr 14 2010, 09:19 PM

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QUOTE(nando @ Apr 14 2010, 07:32 PM)
i should ask you back..hehe..

u d40 user also?
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Ya am using D40 cool2.gif
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post Apr 15 2010, 08:38 PM

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QUOTE(miaopurr @ Apr 15 2010, 08:35 PM)
omega seamaster planet ocean. ok la, rm11.7k after discount rm10.3k
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Ever consider grey dealer?
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Feb 22 2010, 04:40 AM)
AD = authorize dealer. In their contract, they are required to buy X amount of watches from these brands and can only give  limited controlled discount.

gray market dealers, they obtain watches thru AD. In this bad Econ, AD may go under and need to liquidate. There is no way to sell in such a short time, they will let go their items at a low price to these dealers without warranty. in other case, AD are carrying too much stock or need cash flow or some other reason. They also let it go cheap to these dealers.

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A great explanation by patryn as above.
http://www.collectorstime.com/omega.php#SeaMaster
Malaysia based grey dealer. I have not deal with them though.
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QUOTE(miaopurr @ Apr 15 2010, 08:51 PM)
without warranty huh? so the warranty is provided by the shop? kinda like underwater phones?
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Hmm warranty part I can't give much comment as I have not experience it. Maybe you have to check with them.
Most of the online watch dealers are grey dealers.
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post Apr 16 2010, 02:40 PM

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QUOTE(miaopurr @ Apr 16 2010, 12:16 AM)
to me, the bestest James Bond has got to be Sean Connery! Brosnan is suave, but Craig is just plain masculine.

i prefer the previous SMP, with sword hands. IF, the sword hands are on the PO, fuiyoh.....

eventually, I want to own both. Doxa AND Omega both will be in my collection eventually. just that, at the moment, which one should i get first? Doxa is kind of a gamble. So far, i really like what i see in the pictures.
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Then you should get a submariner instead of PO tongue.gif
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QUOTE(Jason @ Apr 16 2010, 02:48 PM)
i would like to start a debate..

current Omega Seamaster Professional (Bond) vs current Rolex Submariner (Bond)
i feel that if the Omega had the crown and the Rolex brand on it, and sold at the same price as the Submariner, it would be the more popular piece as it is more refined.. case, co-axial movement, clasp.. I personally feel Submariner is so popular simply because it has the crown and the 5 letters.. R O L E X, the watch itself has never really changed at all since inception.

what's your take?

note: just sharing personal views, you may not agree, but we'll agree to disagree.
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I think is not a fair comparison as the bond submariner was the earlier version (ref 5513)

Submariner has been around since 50s and a proven in-house movement all these years. Seamaster Pro only released around 90s and no doubt the new co-axial is a good movement, but it is an mod ETA movement with co-axial escapement (calibre 2500 which based on ETA 2892), so it's not really consider a true in-house movement (correct me if am wrong)
http://www.omegarolex.com/details/02500.html


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QUOTE(nando @ Apr 16 2010, 07:31 PM)
but for me...the PO design and co-axial movement just captivates me......I've never bother to browse Rolex forums...its just way out of my league..hehehe
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The price is not so much different than PO, sub no date selling for RM15.5k brows.gif


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QUOTE(miaopurr @ Apr 16 2010, 08:08 PM)
TAG

or, even very limited budget, we can be Ethan Hunt. he wore a casio
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post Apr 16 2010, 09:21 PM

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More?
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Sylvester's pammy in 1996 movie, Daylight. rolleyes.gif

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QUOTE(netzsch @ Apr 17 2010, 04:41 PM)
wta..Titan brand is ok or not?..
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ok as long as can tell time.
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post Apr 18 2010, 10:14 AM

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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Apr 18 2010, 08:26 AM)
Tag lume cannot last, I get them to relume after 2yrs or so... its like not having any lume.
Super-LumiNova lume can glow brightly for like 1-2mins.
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Just curious how much you pay for the relume and any such service available here in Malaysia?
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QUOTE(ky-l @ Apr 18 2010, 02:33 PM)
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Is the Seiko Spirit available in Malaysia?
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Nope. You can order throught Japan online store or heading down to Singapore.
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post Apr 18 2010, 08:45 PM

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QUOTE(silverwave @ Apr 18 2010, 08:41 PM)
Hit the wall i think. Just for the glass or with the service?
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Got to be fully service as you never know the debris and tiny particle might go into the movement.
Ask you friend to pull out the crown to stop the watch and take to service center have a check.
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QUOTE(Odinn @ Apr 19 2010, 11:45 AM)
Good day watch connoisseurs,

Would like to ask your expert advices and opinions on watches as I am interested in upgrading my timepiece to something a little more fancy and prestigious (currently using a Croc watch given by my dad a few years ago).

I'm eyeing the following watches:

1) Tag Heuer Link Calibre S CJF7110.BA0587
2) Tag Heuer Link Automatic Chronograph CJF2110.BA0594
3) Tag Heuer Link Calibre 36 CT511A.BA0564

I'd like to ask if you guys know the price range of the above models, if they're available in M'sia and if it's worth the money. If you know of any other watches of similar design but better value for buck, would appreciate if you could recommend to me. I'm looking at a budget between 5-7k (not going to spend more than 8k on a watch, not just yet anyway  sweat.gif )

Thanx in advance guys and apologies if this has been asked before/repeatedly  notworthy.gif
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Watch purchasing is very personal and subjective. I guess you've already shortlisted and decided on the above 3 models. TH is not a bad choice to start your Swiss collection. My advise is to head down to watchshop, try it on and see which one look best on your wrist. That's the one you need!


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QUOTE(bloke1 @ Apr 19 2010, 05:40 PM)
I found this vintage oris which belongs to my grandfather.
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It's not functioning. The winding stem is broken as I can pull it out. Couldn't find a way to get inside the watch. Any thoughts? What can I do with it?
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Get it repair and service if its meant sentimental to you.
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QUOTE(terencetoo @ Apr 23 2010, 08:00 AM)
any nice female watch to reckon not more than rm5k ? saw Cortina like not so temping....guess paying for the name rather than the movement....[i maybe wrong]

But i wonder y there's so many gals are wearing cortina/rolex and other shinny watches...smile.gif
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How about Ball range?
http://www.watchtalkforums.info/forums/con...ineer-ohio.html

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QUOTE(miaopurr @ Apr 25 2010, 10:36 PM)
very elegant! very classy. suits my lady wrist LOL
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Yea that's what I posted earlier, retail RM3800 and my other half is eyeing on it (by my poison) rclxms.gif

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