The watch thread: pocket, wrist, sporty, showy? You name it!

[wacko]

True. Those are insane numbers. I saw a YouTube watch channel based out of Singapore and the presenters were obviously very disparaging of the situation in London (they probably would be regardless). The theme was what ‘beater’ to wear while out on the streets of London (limited edition Seiko 5s came out quite highly).

Tks for that: I've just received a Seiko 5 limited edition of the 1968 one. Only disappointing aspect is the 'Made in China' on the back: apparently only the first 1,000 were made in Japan.
Not sure how much I will wear it but I hope grandson does when his wrist is large enough.

 

[tones]

I know that, out East, the blingier, the better, but...

Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934WHSO Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out... for $59,999 for sale from a Trusted Seller on Chrono24

Rolex Sky-Dweller Listing: $59,999 Rolex Sky-Dweller 326934WHSO Stainless Steel Fully Iced Out..., Reference number 326934; Steel; Automatic; Condition Unworn; Watch with original box; Watch wit

www.chrono24.com

 

[wacko]

^ thought it is too cheap: aftermarket diamonds.

 

[narabdela]

I know that, out East, the blingier, the better, but.

Pass the sick bag.

 

[Jezzer]

Tks for that: I've just received a Seiko 5 limited edition of the 1968 one. Only disappointing aspect is the 'Made in China' on the back: apparently only the first 1,000 were made in Japan.
Not sure how much I will wear it but I hope grandson does when his wrist is large enough.

Damn fine watch

Seiko 5 Sports 55th Anniversary Limited Edition Re-creation of the first 5 Sports watch | Seiko Watch Corporation

Created in 1968, Seiko 5 Sports has brought durable and reliable mechanical watches to watch lovers around the world.The collection was relaunched in 2019 with the addition of a youthful dynamism, but its fundamental values remained unchanged. Today, the collection celebrates its 55th...

www.seikowatches.com

 

[cosimoss]

A new addition to the collection.

The model is the 1968 Diver’s Modern Re-interpretation GMT and also the Seiko Watchmaking 110th Anniversary - SEIKO PROSPEX Save the Ocean Limited Edition. This one is made in Japan

 

[cj66]

Is that a pale blue face/dial or does it have a hint of lilac as your picture suggests?
Many wrist worthy models in the Prospex series...I'm a big fan of the date window being anywhere except the 3 o'clock position.

 

[Jezzer]

Bought the green variant today:

 

[windhoek]

I recently heard about the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto, an interesting watch with an hourly chime and an unusual dial and layout that lets you see the chiming mechanism in action. It comes in various colours and strap options... but it's expensive. Several £K and then some. I'm not sure if I'd ever want one myself, but I appreciate the approach to design all the same.

 

[-alan-]

I like the case..

 

[gintonic]

I recently heard about the Christopher Ward C1 Bel Canto, an interesting watch with an hourly chime and an unusual dial and layout that lets you see the chiming mechanism in action. It comes in various colours and strap options... but it's expensive. Several £K and then some. I'm not sure if I'd ever want one myself, but I appreciate the approach to design all the same.

quite like that - could bring me out of watch buying retirement.

 

[tones]

The customisation of watches and the question as to whether this violates the trade mark rights of the manufacturers has recently come up in several jurisdictions:

Rolex v. AGSA: are customization activities of branded watches a world of wonders?

Catherine Hillaert-Prevost reports on a recent dispute where AGSA used the Rolex brand in its customization activities and advertising

trademarklawyermagazine.com

The Rolex IP Cases Prove That Time IS Money - Above the Law

It is important for courts to safeguard the intellectual property rights of brands which are at risk of dilution due to the proliferation of inauthentic modifications.

abovethelaw.com

 

[Hazelberry]

I've just taken delivery of this wee yella fella I found while browsing the local Casio watch site:

It's actually more of a mustard colour & looks better in the real. It's lovely on. It came on a pillow in a presentation box that looks to have cost more to make than the watch itself!

 

[tones]

It's Watches and Wonders opening day in Geneva, and Vacheron Constantin has done it again:

Breaking News: The Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers 'Berkley Grand Complication,' With 63 Complications, Is The New Most Complicated Watch In The World

Nine years after setting the record with the ref. 57260, Vacheron has done it again.

www.hodinkee.com

 

[-alan-]

I've just taken delivery of this wee yella fella I found while browsing the local Casio watch site:

It's actually more of a mustard colour & looks better in the real. It's lovely on. It came on a pillow in a presentation box that looks to have cost more to make than the watch itself!

I'm sure they could have cut back on the size of that pillow a tad..

 

[gintonic]

forgotten I had this, until I went searching for something else

20240409_141656 by uh_simon, on Flickr

 

[-alan-]

^That's a handsome thing. Not partial to Breitlings generally, but I like the detail on the face on that one.

 

[stevec67]

It's Watches and Wonders opening day in Geneva, and Vacheron Constantin has done it again:

Breaking News: The Vacheron Constantin Les Cabinotiers 'Berkley Grand Complication,' With 63 Complications, Is The New Most Complicated Watch In The World

Nine years after setting the record with the ref. 57260, Vacheron has done it again.

www.hodinkee.com

Impressive engineering, but in a case 90mm dia x 50mm deep it's a chunky thing. A hockey puck sized clock with lots of complications.

 

[Tony Lockhart]

Impressive engineering, but in a case 90mm dia x 50mm deep it's a chunky thing. A hockey puck sized clock with lots of complications.

So what? It’s not really designed for wearing on your wrist when having a Sunday roast at your local ‘Spoons!

 

[PaulMB]

Do they actually make and sell these, or is it just a one-off engineering exercise?