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The Watches Thread V1
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ck77
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 Dec 17 2009, 03:51 PM
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QUOTE(davc @ Dec 17 2009, 01:49 PM) i have been an avid swiss watch supporter since ages ago but after checking out the latest market recently, u may notice a sudden rise in popularity in japanese movement watches. in terms of design and quality, it seems to be picking up and i dare said it's in par with its swiss counterpart. the technology used is rather intriguing. that's why i took the plunge to try out the latest seiko premier and i must say, im happy about it especially the reception towards the watch. in fact the high range seiko watches dun come cheap nowadays. i came across a limited edition Seiko Arctura and it cost a whooping rm19000 for a japanese movement watch. i guess it's time we look out of the box  cheers The problem with Seiko is they have too wide range of products, starting from hundreds to hundreds of thousands! Though I do appreciate their high end watch and agreed that the quality is superb, but I don't see myself willing to fork out RM20k for a GS. Just me  This post has been edited by ck77: Dec 17 2009, 03:58 PM |
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ck77
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Dec 17 2009, 06:25 PM
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QUOTE(hakunamatata @ Dec 17 2009, 05:11 PM) can a thin guy wear steel type bracelet watch? I saw alot thin person wear but nvr fit to the hand.. Saw a very nice steel bracelet watch.. but my mum said the bracelet only can cut like 2-3 pieces.. is it? Why not, its all down to own preference. The bracelet's link could remove to fit small wrist, no worries  |
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ck77
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Dec 17 2009, 11:27 PM
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QUOTE(davc @ Dec 17 2009, 10:37 PM)  nope. certainly not. it was clearly stated rm19K for a limited arctura which look something the above pic. saw it at Moments the last time i was at The Curve
Added on December 17, 2009, 10:41 pmHow much is 15 millions yen? that's the price quoted for the seiko credor sonnerie http://www.seikospringdrive.com/sonnerie/i..._procedure.htmlLook like more to a car dashboard rather than a wristwatch |
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ck77
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Dec 20 2009, 07:52 PM
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QUOTE(davc @ Dec 20 2009, 04:39 PM) lol. i'm yet to own a Panerai Me too so now am looking for a homage |
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ck77
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Dec 20 2009, 10:39 PM
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Dec 20 2009, 10:25 PM) ppl say get a homage to test drive for a few mth, when it grow on u get real watch. anyway, wait another yr or so.. prices will come down. AD around the region still sell them at no discount. pre-own market prices coming down, 2yrs ago ppl make US$1-2K selling a gently used Pam. today prices still high (better than Rolex for a brand that use alot of ETA as a base), takes time to soften http://www.watchseller.com/panlummaraut2.htmljust saw tis Pam 48 no demand? new retails US$6200, used selling US$3650. bad econ, prices softening fast in the US http://forums.watchuseek.com/showthread.php?t=339431Nah I don't think I can afford this So I guess am gonna live with homage   |
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ck77
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Dec 20 2009, 11:34 PM
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Dec 20 2009, 11:29 PM) lol... great design... wonder how much will a chinese homage like this cost.. ~ under US$100 my guess swiss movement this looks good but so expensive http://gnomonwatches.com/DievasVintageKampfschwimmerS.htmlSpot on patryn33  USD100 Chinese vs USD400 Swiss |
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ck77
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Dec 21 2009, 02:45 PM
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QUOTE(fauzul hazwan @ Dec 21 2009, 02:10 PM) hello! im new to watch collecting, about to graduate to my 1st auto watch. I have 2k-3k budget, and have been pretty keen on victorinox, hamilton, ball and fortis. u guys think theres any from these models that can suit my budget? That's a lot to choose from for your budget. Try as much as possible and choose one that's sing to you. Happy hunting QUOTE(jind86 @ Dec 21 2009, 02:38 PM) do you guys have any recommended websites which i can read up about watches? whether it be basic or advanced level.. Try read up the forums:- http://forums.watchuseek.com/http://forums.timezone.com/http://tamhk.com/mwf/index.php |
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ck77
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Dec 21 2009, 04:35 PM
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QUOTE(twom @ Dec 21 2009 @ 07:48 AM) i have posted maurice lacroix masterpiece squelette at www.limautambun.blogspot.com . Maybe today i'll write a story related to that timepiece. Nice ML you got there  But the price for the ML in-house movement is like  |
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ck77
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Dec 22 2009, 10:21 AM
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How about this Epos 3396 LE 222 units for Malaysia only.  Saw it at twom's blog. Retail price before discount RM2888.00 The look is like combination of Rolex Sea Dweller and Milgauss |
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ck77
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Dec 23 2009, 01:25 PM
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QUOTE(bob @ Dec 23 2009, 01:09 PM) i plan to buy Tag heuer .... which shop get better selection & price?? already did survey at watatime but limited choice.... Wata can give up to 25% discount. Do check out their other branches. Good luck hunting |
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ck77
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Dec 24 2009, 11:19 PM
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Nice HW-Racer, post some picture |
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ck77
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Dec 25 2009, 05:50 PM
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QUOTE(bearbrick @ Dec 25 2009, 02:37 PM) new toy   Never seen this model before, look like a compass indicator on the bezel. If yes, wonder how it work.  Care to share the model number? |
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ck77
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Dec 26 2009, 05:19 PM
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QUOTE(bearbrick @ Dec 26 2009, 01:13 PM) yea that's the exact one. try to play with the compass still couldn't get it work  btw i might letting go at reasonable price if anyone would like to grab this baby home. You don't have the manual to refer? Is funny that Tag Heuer put the compass indicator instead of tachymeter on the bezel if it don't work  |
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ck77
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Dec 27 2009, 09:40 AM
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QUOTE(jind86 @ Dec 27 2009, 01:19 AM) im probably going to work in tag heuer, is there any convenient guides i can read/view on tag (or general knowledge on watches for that matter)? i don't really want to be reading up forums which wld be too much.. for now, i need something simple and direct.. Google and read about Tag Heuer's history especially pre-Tag era would be a good help. And please let us know if you able to get staff price on the wacthes |
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ck77
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Jan 7 2010, 07:04 PM
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QUOTE(kneok @ Jan 7 2010, 12:43 PM) yeah it was RM18++. I will upload pic of the back view later. i dont think it's swiss. doesnt mention anywhere.. Ya it is a designer watch, but pay RM18++ for it, not for me But stunning watch, as long as you like it |
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ck77
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Jan 9 2010, 02:01 PM
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QUOTE(patryn33 @ Jan 9 2010, 11:44 AM) huh? what do u mean by that? all mechanical watches do have sweeping second hand. or do u mean small second hand? a pic will certainly help http://www.seikospringdrive.com/flash.html?soundOn=0Exacxtly, even the cheapest Seiko 5 has sweeping second hand. |
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ck77
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Jan 9 2010, 07:03 PM
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QUOTE(davc @ Jan 9 2010, 06:45 PM) what i meant is as in second hand that sweeps across the face of the watch instead of the conventional ticking second hand. a very good example would be the seiko springdrive...notice the second hand actually sweeps across the face instead of ticking? it's the graceful movement of the second hand that caught my attention but im looking for swiss made watch with similar concept Any automatic or manual movement will do the same effect. Cheapest Swiss made would be Swatch automatic series. |
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ck77
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Jan 9 2010, 08:02 PM
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QUOTE(davc @ Jan 9 2010, 07:17 PM) easiest way to explain second hand sweeping is by watching this clip sweeping second hand] That's what me and patryn33 talking about, any mechanical watches would have sweeping second hand. Unless we interpret wrongly |
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ck77
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Jan 10 2010, 02:39 AM
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QUOTE(pokeat @ Jan 10 2010, 02:25 AM) Omg, My friend had buy this today. Fresh n Hot Chopard Mille Miglia Gran Turismo Price is around 3k++ » Click to show Spoiler - click again to hide... « Are you sure 3k++? It must be in USD |
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ck77
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Jan 10 2010, 03:00 AM
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QUOTE(pokeat @ Jan 10 2010, 02:45 AM) RM3,000++ U meant $3k USD ? Is purchased thru his friend working in Pavilion shop. And his another Seiko kept in pocket after he get the baby, HOLY........... Don't think Chopard is that cheap If really is, then is really a freaking good deal http://www.prestigetime.com/item/Chopard/M...68997-3001.htmlThis post has been edited by ck77: Jan 10 2010, 03:15 AM |
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