Introducing....
Discussion
Well, not very much really....
Thought I'd just say hello since I've been lurking for a while.
As appears customary here, I thought I'd show you the beginnings of my collection....don't expect anything fancy since I'm only young and on an extremely modest income
First up, the fashion watch:
Now I know what you're thinking...and to be honest I probably agree with you.
HOWEVER...
It was a christmas present from my girlfriend this year...after having a really tough year (financially, emotionally...you name it....certainly been through the ringer) a bit of an indulgence on something which could be deemed quite frivolous meant a lot coming from her.
Next up, the Tag Heuer:
This was a timepiece given to me by my dad. Its the first watch I remember being impressed by, must have been 10 at the time. He recently gave it to me after he got something a little nicer. Another sentimental watch, it was bought with the inheritance that he received from his mum when she died... Being 1 of 4 kids, it was nice that he chose me to give it to.
Aspirations:
I have to say, since reading through this forum, I've really become quite partial to a nice watch and am thinking of adding to the small collection. I'd really like a watch with an automatic movement, but shopping on a shoestring is a challenge!
Things that have caught my eye thus far:
Panerai Homage:
Modified Seiko 5:
.....Far flung future aspirations:
Tag Grand Carrera:
Stowa MO with display back:
Grail Watch:
Questions, Comments etc gratefully received
Thought I'd just say hello since I've been lurking for a while.
As appears customary here, I thought I'd show you the beginnings of my collection....don't expect anything fancy since I'm only young and on an extremely modest income
First up, the fashion watch:
Now I know what you're thinking...and to be honest I probably agree with you.
HOWEVER...
It was a christmas present from my girlfriend this year...after having a really tough year (financially, emotionally...you name it....certainly been through the ringer) a bit of an indulgence on something which could be deemed quite frivolous meant a lot coming from her.
Next up, the Tag Heuer:
This was a timepiece given to me by my dad. Its the first watch I remember being impressed by, must have been 10 at the time. He recently gave it to me after he got something a little nicer. Another sentimental watch, it was bought with the inheritance that he received from his mum when she died... Being 1 of 4 kids, it was nice that he chose me to give it to.
Aspirations:
I have to say, since reading through this forum, I've really become quite partial to a nice watch and am thinking of adding to the small collection. I'd really like a watch with an automatic movement, but shopping on a shoestring is a challenge!
Things that have caught my eye thus far:
Panerai Homage:
Modified Seiko 5:
.....Far flung future aspirations:
Tag Grand Carrera:
Stowa MO with display back:
Grail Watch:
Questions, Comments etc gratefully received
utgjon said:
I'd really like a watch with an automatic movement, but shopping on a shoestring is a challenge!
Don't worry, there are plenty of affordable Automatics on the market... check the 'Watch for £50' thread and see the Seiko 5 for £38 that has a display back and an auto movement.Oh and nice choice on grail, that's a Master Tourbillon isn't it?
I rather want a Master Hometime!
That will hopefully be my next watch...! LukeBird said:
utgjon said:
I'd really like a watch with an automatic movement, but shopping on a shoestring is a challenge!
Don't worry, there are plenty of affordable Automatics on the market... check the 'Watch for £50' thread and see the Seiko 5 for £38 that has a display back and an auto movement.Oh and nice choice on grail, that's a Master Tourbillon isn't it?
I rather want a Master Hometime!
That will hopefully be my next watch...! The JLC is indeed the Master Tourbillon...I love JLC's style. Classic, modern, refined...all with such an air of class and, dare I say it, modesty?
Any comments on the Panerai copy? I know they're not politically correct, but for someone with no hope of purchasing a real one, are they just a waste of money or is the quality alright?
I bought a Pan snide from Getat. It was a solid watch, got bored with it and flipped it a few weeks ago.
Have a look over at Perpetual watches in Hong Kong and see whst you think, I don't think anyone on PH has one yet but folk over on Watchuseek like them. Be careful on WUS, it's all a bit American over there and you'll soon start lusting over tacky Alpha watches.
Have a look at Seagull USA too, or just save time and buy a Seiko Monster (they are that good, and unbeatable bang for buck).
I have a watch I'm not 100% about given to me by the other half, I'd never get rid of it and it's the one with the most wear !
Have a look over at Perpetual watches in Hong Kong and see whst you think, I don't think anyone on PH has one yet but folk over on Watchuseek like them. Be careful on WUS, it's all a bit American over there and you'll soon start lusting over tacky Alpha watches.
Have a look at Seagull USA too, or just save time and buy a Seiko Monster (they are that good, and unbeatable bang for buck).
I have a watch I'm not 100% about given to me by the other half, I'd never get rid of it and it's the one with the most wear !
Some nice watches there. I actually like the look of that Armani.
The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
utgjon said:
ShadownINja said:
utgjon said:
Any comments on the Panerai copy? I know they're not politically correct, but for someone with no hope of purchasing a real one, are they just a waste of money or is the quality alright?
Well, one has a Unitas movement...
One's a proper one.
ShadownINja said:
utgjon said:
ShadownINja said:
utgjon said:
Any comments on the Panerai copy? I know they're not politically correct, but for someone with no hope of purchasing a real one, are they just a waste of money or is the quality alright?
Well, one has a Unitas movement...http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/images2/watch_i...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/2705138956_2ab...
One's a proper one.
I'm not asking you to compare it with a real Panerai though...I'm saying that I like the style and if i were to spend £60-£70 on an "homage" would it fall apart after 30 seconds and I'd be left thinking I'd have been better figuring out the time from the sun?
As I've said previously, I don't have the luxury of a large budget at the moment.
utgjon said:
ShadownINja said:
utgjon said:
ShadownINja said:
utgjon said:
Any comments on the Panerai copy? I know they're not politically correct, but for someone with no hope of purchasing a real one, are they just a waste of money or is the quality alright?
Well, one has a Unitas movement...http://www.blowers-jewellers.co.uk/images2/watch_i...
http://farm4.static.flickr.com/3242/2705138956_2ab...
One's a proper one.
I'm not asking you to compare it with a real Panerai though...I'm saying that I like the style and if i were to spend £60-£70 on an "homage" would it fall apart after 30 seconds and I'd be left thinking I'd have been better figuring out the time from the sun?
As I've said previously, I don't have the luxury of a large budget at the moment.
Problem is that not all homages are equal. I understand that the Timefactors PRS-20 is very, very well made.
tertius said:
Some nice watches there. I actually like the look of that Armani.
The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
I hate you. The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
LukeBird said:
tertius said:
Some nice watches there. I actually like the look of that Armani.
The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
I hate you. The Seiko 5 looks lovely, would probably be a good buy.
The Stowa MO is superb I had one, and keep wondering about getting another but the thought of a Dornblueth gets in the way ... however, that will be a while yet.
And to keep you enthused about JLC, who are undoubtedly one of the finest manufactures out there, in fact having given it some thought I think they are the finest ... anyway here is my Master Date:
Any excuse eh ...
If you want a cheap auto you need to read the What watch for £50 thread...
Nice aspirational watches though. I'm in the process of trying to decide on which Stowa to buy my old man as a thank you for some stuff he did for me last year, I think they are awesome for the money. And I'm really coming round to JLC watches.
I've got a Monster and I really rate them, I'm after another Seiko at the moment and quite fancy another diver.
Nice aspirational watches though. I'm in the process of trying to decide on which Stowa to buy my old man as a thank you for some stuff he did for me last year, I think they are awesome for the money. And I'm really coming round to JLC watches.
I've got a Monster and I really rate them, I'm after another Seiko at the moment and quite fancy another diver.
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