iirc the Spring LVMH friends and family Sale 2010 maybe starting soon.. usually 1st or 2nd week of Apr..
usually those Tag are at 50%. problem is they don't ship out of USA.
I think locally there is one going on in Dec.

a saving of 400-500 hmmm... add shipping and possibility 10% tax will it still be worthwhile?

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Added on March 30, 2010, 10:12 amIWC.... not sure if much Mod going on in the movement, if its finishing ya.. alot of effort is put into finishing the movement. more Mod is done on those 7750 base Pammy than IWC will be my take. perhaps with time IWC may fit it with their new inhouse Caliber 89360

anyway... Stowa just show case their 1st chrono at baselworld 2010



This post has been edited by patryn33: Mar 30 2010, 10:12 AM

its temporary for 1 yr, then its going up again next yr... haha...

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Added on March 30, 2010, 6:36 pminteresting looking watch, sure catch ppl attention, forgive me some ppl might kind SWATCH looking... even if it retails at ~RM$17.5k

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Added on March 30, 2010, 6:41 pmwell.. some say no need licensed as the copyright more accurate patent to ETA 2824/2892/7750 has expired (iirc only last 20yrs) and anyone can make it.

This post has been edited by patryn33: Mar 30 2010, 06:41 PM

azimuth is a good manufacturer, but I would get it. Just don't dig the design.

for most ppl they don't... some ppl do...with the right $$ offered that is..
anyway, I wouldn't group watch and wife together, there are tons of Rolex/Omega collectors that trade watches away.
there are also tons of ppl that flip watches, just check out WUS/pmwf/watchnet etc.. so many private sellers..

warranty from a graymarket... http://www.authenticwatches.com/
looks like are there are lots of ppl are shopping online...

Doxa is getting alot of TV exposure here in the USA.
Guy Fieri a TV host and chef has been spotted wearing DOXA SUB 750T GMT alot
http://guyfieri.com/doxa_sub_watch.html

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Added on April 1, 2010, 11:06 amwith that, IWC is simply casing the watch for this model..


This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 1 2010, 11:06 AM

Omega movement isn't base on the regular ETA 2824 or 2892.
Ya they do leverage on the manufacturing facilities to make their movement. As of today, they are the only company getting those Co-axial movement.

u don't have to spend 5X the base price of a B&R to get a inhouse movement. B&R prices at US$4k could get U a inhouse movement already.
even Cartier uses ETA for their entry level watches.

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

for me if I am spending above US$300 I would like a swiss/Jap/Russian made with their own movement.
those brand u mentioned, I rather spend on MK2 or what.

was looking at some of the post on Christopher Ward watches, their 7750 is decorated with blue screws
http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=309098


someone here (waters) got a C8, hope he can give a review and experience with customs.
http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/825550/+180

http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=238179


This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 6 2010, 10:24 AM

huh? I don't get u...

something like this?

http://www.europastar.com/europastar/magaz...t_id=1003545084

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Added on April 6, 2010, 6:43 pmyour friend bought from these independent online place? have experience with them?
ETA parts are plenty, not easy to break. if it broke within a week or so its QC issue, after that is your mishandling and will not be cover by warranty.
sure AD here is easier.. U just pay 2X-3X more to get the same work done. like Jason said the service is not necessary good.
I got to agree TAG sucks.
the watchmaker here I go to provide a far better service at servicing.

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Added on April 6, 2010, 6:47 pmlouis erard , Epos
http://www.timepiecestore.com/catalog/loui..._la-carree.html


http://www.watchseller.com/eporsqausidi.html


Hamilton Jazzmasters



This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 7 2010, 09:12 AM

sapphire crystal is easy to get replacement don't have to go thru AD.
Bezel, dial and hands.. if can broke at that level, U might as well go buy a new watch no need go fix it as the cost maybe as good as getting something new. or if they are worn off due to age, generally thats like over 40yrs to turn the dial ugly. if U are talking about relume.. those brands not using tritium they make U change the dial and hands and they cost a bomb! I recall doing my Tag's dial 5yrs ago and it cost me RM$400-500.
today also weak lume, I decide not to do it already waste of money.

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Added on April 7, 2010, 8:22 amstowa, mkII don't mod their movement.
with Stowa, Jory is a Jeweler at heart... he was making yrs of rings, necklace etc b4 he started watch making.

U can't compare with brands like Omega that heavily mod their movement or have their inhouse movement. the prices are so different too
US$700 can get a auto watch from mkII ot Stowa.. with that $$ cannot even get a entry level quartz Omega, not even a preown speedmaster!

in fact today independent watchmaker are so many.esp those US design but swiss made. The competition is so stiff that UK base Swiss made Christopher Ward is giving 60 days return policy and 60 mths warranty even on their nearly new items!
http://www.christopherward.co.uk/nearly-new/nn-men.html

anyway for kicks found CW's interview
http://www.timezone.com/library/tzints/200711102239

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Added on April 7, 2010, 8:33 amthats like US$4.5K
@Jason that kinda of money only can get preown Rolex man!!! cannot even dream of ALS. when eugenetwh said stand out from the crowd I believe its loud and ppl even don't know what can tell he is wearing something special. Not expensive but special.

IWC, most design not loud will not stand out from the crowd
- get a Doxa the orange face will stand out http://www.doxawatches.com/
- Omega OP - color sure ti stand out
http://www.authenticwatches.com/29095038.html

- Kobold maybe....
http://www.koboldwatch.com/products/soarway-p-33.html

- longines Retorgrade

- Corum


- branded Loud??? Bvlgari


This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 7 2010, 09:08 AM

that omega super popular since its affordable? Graduation gift!!!!! 15K thing!!! wow!

or try
Zenith defy
http://www.collectorstime.com/zenith.php



Girard-Perregaux Vintage 1945
http://www.thewatchery.com/Girard-Perregau...25830-0-11-3000



Gérald Genta Arena Sport Retro
http://www.timeofswitzerland.com/Gerald-Genta-watches_e.cfm


Glycine Airman
http://www.righttime.com/rt/glycine/3829.191-d.htm


anonimo? case is design special.
http://www.anonimo.com/index.php


Ernst benz?
http://www.ernstbenz.com/


Graham Swordfish
http://www.interwatches.com/graham-swordfi...17a-k32b-p23342


http://www.bernardwatch.com/watch/GRM49



This post has been edited by patryn33: Apr 7 2010, 10:09 AM

do click on the links to get the prices.