hehe i got this azimuth pvd-black sp-1 mecanique

whole BLACK series and 02X/200

i love this watch very much and is very very nice! ^^

This post has been edited by beguiler: Apr 2 2010, 03:36 PM

Depending on the model, I'd say 30%+ is reasonable.

The list for my model was RM 18k, but I was able to get it for around RM 12k, so that's 33%

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Added on April 2, 2010, 6:05 pmFunny thing about Nomos is, up until recently they were using ETA movements as well, and the reverse is true for BR, who used German movements produced by Sinn before moving exclusively to ETA. I actually did not know until recently that Nomos transitioned to in-house movements and are getting quite good at it. I think they are a brand to keep an eye on and will gain more attention as time goes on.


I had a Seiko watch that also used an in-house movement. Fraction of the price of the Nomos. Perhaps you cannot compare the two, but that is the beautiful nature of watches. That is why there will be people for all markets, including someone like myself who is comfortable buying a "fashion" watch.

My Seiko 7S35 Automatic - was stolen when I arrived in Malaysia. For less than RM 700 - this is one of the best watches I've owned.




This post has been edited by CHiNO730: Apr 2 2010, 06:13 PM

may i know what model number is this?

Not too recent though..
until 2005 it is based on Peseux 7001. Panerai also intro their 1st inhouse movement in the yr Nomos goes full inhouse.
well.... BR is using rebrand Sinn, and Sinn was made by Guinand which use ETA movement. No German made movement as far as I could remember.

Japanese/Russian do make their own movement for a fraction of the cost. for 4K can get a nice Grand Seiko or those Seiko Spring Drive. not really "fashion".
B&R is really cool looking, more masculine than those watches in a inhouse movement.



I have to agree there are always ppl out there that look for a premium "fashion" watch, that how they make money! nothing wrong with that.

No one in Asia look at Louis Moinet pr Perrelet below. For LM I think all inhouse and limited edition to under 100 pcs and most expensive pcs is like CHF1Million. design very non traditional.
http://lmtime.com/watches/datoscope.php




dress watches U can easily find brands such as RGM, Zenith Class Elite, Frederique Constant using an inhouse movement recent. Frederique Constant;s 1st inhouse movement on a few watch. they do start under US$4K. Those Vulcain watches (many US president get those on their inauguration) with Alarm also using their inhouse movement.
JeanRichard also offering their JR1000 movement on many watches, after discount I think is under US$4K too.

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Added on April 3, 2010, 1:12 amwhere did U get it from? care to share? Any more pics on the watch?

This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 3 2010, 01:12 AM

The spaceship's photo looks like it has been cropped from a website www.collectorstime.com it is. Btw, for those who are interested in the watch, HT in ss2 is selling it and you'll get a good bargain. Seiko do manufacture fine watches, but too bad I gave up on them as some of the original parts are not in production anymore and I felt its a waste of money to get them replaced by non-genuine parts. Its just me, I want everything in original condition.

This post has been edited by Jr.Koh: Apr 3 2010, 02:18 AM

what do you guys think of limited production watches? furthermore those that are only sold online and no AD in malaysia? specifically, doxa. huh? worth buying?

if U want to sell it locally, maybe poor resale value.
selling online to other markets generally better.
DOXA is famous for their orange sub.. Me personally... Its WORTH it.

BTW: U up your budget?

This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 3 2010, 07:14 PM

planning to get the marathon, but just can't stop thinking of the doxa. the 800Ti really makes my nose spewing blood. but the price is the same as omega SMP.

US$700 vs US$2700.. just get what your budget allows for now or save up!
then its Omega vs Doxa. Doxa is rated at 800Ft or ~242m
I like the Doxa 5000T better.. higher grade movement 2892, rated at 5000ft or 1524m. priced at US$2K better deal.

anyway.. Marathon do have watches made to MIL-PRF-46374G spec. not sure whats in it.. I guess its anti magnetic, corrosion and water resistance to 3ATM?

This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 3 2010, 07:45 PM

what are the problems we might face in future if we buy watches like doxa? i mean, limited production, altho the movement is the common ETA, no local AD, etc?

I don't see a problem... unless u are talking case broke. rubber gasket pretty standard can replace easily. within the warranty period, generally if U don't see problems in the 1st 1mth U will not find any until the 4 or 5th yr when its time to get it clean and oil.
common ETA movement, any reputable watchmaker can do the job. plenty of parts around too.
only problem is finding a watchmaker U can trust.
U maybe able to go to AD authorize service centre (for other brands such as Oris) to get the job done. some brands contract it out to private company to do the job. Swiss Prestige or GMT TIME maybe that kind. usually that means it will cost more to get it done right with a peace of mind.

Swiss Prestige Sdn Bhd
Wisma UOA II, Suite 11-07, 21, Jalan Pinang
MY 50450 Kuala Lumpur

GMT TIME SPECIALIST SERVICE CENTRE
NO. 2 MEZZANINE FLOOR
JALAN PERDANA 6/8, PANDAN PERDANA
55300 KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA

living else where.. this is in Selangor, looks decent.
http://www.tscservice.my/index.php?option=...id=14&Itemid=21

I almost forgot... here are some reviews on DOXA
http://www.watchtime.at/archive/wt_2005_06...2005_06_152.pdf
http://www.watchtime.at/archive/wt_2007_05...2007_05_066.pdf

This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 4 2010, 09:15 AM

Seiko SNM007K1

I bought it from roachman.com and flew into Penang to pick it up (not just for watch of course =)

thanks patryn for the links. really love the comparison between various divers.

hi guys,

phew finally,
Guess what, i'll let the pics talk
add extra poison for those wish to get Tag
Enjoy!








ohh yeah tag going to increase on 15/4 too~
So tempted to get the grand carrera with carbon fibre thank god was control by my fren

U just reminded me to check on the LVMH friends and Family sale that may start sometime this month. prices are usually 50% off retail with factory warranty.

ohh patryn33
Not this time~~ better dont let me know else im going to faint~
Still happy with my loot!

diver watch lover.. here are more reviews
http://www.watchtime.at/archive/wt_2005_01...2005_01_070.pdf
http://www.watchtime.at/archive/wt_2002_04...ers_watches.pdf

the more i read, the more i tend to lean towards those small brands like halios, helson, doxa, deep blue.... looks like the the movements used are mostly miyota 8215 vs eta 2824. hmm....

for those looking for a auto PVD Tritium lights diver watch (500m) on Sellita SW200-1. (scratch and dent sale)
priced at UK$279 or RM$1377. shipping was UK$10.

http://www.christopherward.co.uk/nearly-ne.../nnc600ipk.html

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Added on April 5, 2010, 4:03 amhalios maybe like deep blue using swiss/jap movement but had it made in Hong Kong/China. some ppl don't like it as QC not as strict as Swiss.
getting a helson would be kinda owning another citizen isn't it? just case is different.

nice article on 2824 vs 8215
http://www.17jewel.com/two.html
http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=275740

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Added on April 5, 2010, 9:17 amI just found this out on this brand.
http://www.1888pressrelease.com/azimuth-re...-pr-152339.html


This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 5 2010, 09:21 AM

not a big fan on Tag, although I know it's very popular here - but this one looks beautiful.
actually, owning a Tag was my dream back in college - it was my brand of choice, but I never got around to owning one.