The watch thread: pocket, wrist, sporty, showy? You name it!
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Seeker_UK
Feelin' nearly faded as my jeans
Where on earth did that sign come from?
Esty?
bazza.
pfm Member
A friend got it me for my birthday so unfortunately I can't help you out with that one , it also has my full name before proprietor but I blurred that out same on the British WatchMaker certificate.Gold and Jewerly(sic)!!!
Where on earth did that sign come from?
canonman
pfm Member
I was sat with another fishie at The Oval and there were 4 inebriated lads sat next to us. One asked if it was a real one or a fake and there was some murmured 'discussion' amongst them. They were also trying to get other info and followed us after the match but we lost them in the massive crowd. We are no lightweights and more than capable should the need arise but it was unnerving. Not the only instance either.
Nero
Re: Tired
Lovely workspace. I aspire to that for my modelling. I’m too ashamed to post a picture of my mess.Just built this watch cleaning machine can't wait to try it out
TheDecameron
Unicorns fart glitter.
Two questions Bazza, what is your work light and how does the cleaning machine work ( assume it’s not an electric whisk, Fairy Liquid and warm water)?Just built this watch cleaning machine can't wait to try it out
PaulMB
pfm Member
Seems like the world is becoming a nastier place!
bazza.
pfm Member
Hi the lamp is excellent its the same type we use at work I got it from Cousin's here is a link its not cheap but worth every penny https://www.cousinsuk.com/product/bench-light-cousins-led-660-x-120mm-head?code=L62768
The cleaner is an super bit to kit and a must have, its called the KiwiCleaner my model is a the V2 model , I'm going to do a build video and review on my youtube channel #clickspringreviews but here is a link to it were it shows it in action https://www.diywatchcleaner.com/
canonman
pfm Member
Asked Watchfinder for a quote. Not bad but not accepted. Revised quote came in, better snd close so I accepted.......then the fun starts!
Took it to their boutique in Mayfair today. Big mistake. 3 hour round trip, time I will never get back.
Sales lady says 'have you got the box?' 'Did you read the quote request' I asked.
'Oh, this is the black dial version and we have quoted on the blue' My answer ' That's a different model number and the one I gave you is correct. I also sent you a clear photo'
Sale lady asks head office for another quote and it's £600 less! Watch picked up, my feelings on Watchfinder given to sales lady.....
Needless to say, they are off my radar now. Either keep it or find another buyer.
john howard
pfm Member
Forget Rolex, just wondering if there is any chance of getting any discount on Omega? I know the boutiques won’t but thinking the likes Goldsmiths etc might
john howard
pfm Member
gintonic
50 shades of grey pussy cats
be careful out there
Exposing violent watch thieves and their young female 'spotters'
London gangs are recruiting young people to steal expensive watches off victims in the street.
www.bbc.co.uk
I think I'm in the clear. I've got £60 on my wrist today and the most expensive watch I own might fetch £500.be careful out there
Exposing violent watch thieves and their young female 'spotters'
London gangs are recruiting young people to steal expensive watches off victims in the street.www.bbc.co.uk
Mind you, I recently discovered that the £50 gift I bought for my dad a few years ago, a Seiko SNKK45, has something of a cult following and a passing resemblance to a PP, and now goes for £400+. He only wore it a couple of times before buying a smartwatch and leaving it in a drawer so it looks unused. That's a turnup.
Ponty
pfm Member
be careful out there
Exposing violent watch thieves and their young female 'spotters'
London gangs are recruiting young people to steal expensive watches off victims in the street.www.bbc.co.uk
Yes, watched the program. Know several over the years who’ve been mugged for their watches (mainly Rolex) in London, on foot and at traffic lights. No idea why people walk around with such a target on their back TBH. When I’m out I wear watches between £25 and £150 at most. Attracting no attention is best IMHO, this level of organised crime is big business now.
canonman
pfm Member
In Mayfair tonight, watches at home
Sue Pertwee-Tyr
Accuphase all the way down
It does strike me as daft that one is now afraid to wear an expensive watch outside one's home, when the purpose of said watch is largely decorative, not functional, and therefore more likely to be appropriate in a social context than when mooching about at home.