The Watch Fanatic Thread

[The Royal We 3072]

Welp, I pulled the trigger yesterday.  These pictures are shit, but this watch is a stunner.  I had an isofrane on my SKX and didn't fully appreciate how much larger that made the watch wear.  This feels very comfortable and doesn't seem to wear as big as the 007.  The guy from WUS was very nice and knowledgeable about everything on this watch and just watches in general.  Totally painless process that allowed me to purchase much more watch than if I'd been buying new. 

Thanks for all of the advice and thoughts.

https://imgur.com/Gn2ZZPf

https://imgur.com/4CUQ6G1

 

Edited February 7, 2019 by The Royal We
Can't get imgur to imbed for some reason

[Doug E. Fresh 452]

35 minutes ago, The Royal We said:

Welp, I pulled the trigger yesterday.  These pictures are shit, but this watch is a stunner.  I had an isofrane on my SKX and didn't fully appreciate how much larger that made the watch wear.  This feels very comfortable and doesn't seem to wear as big as the 007.  The guy from WUS was very nice and knowledgeable about everything on this watch and just watches in general.  Totally painless process that allowed me to purchase much more watch than if I'd been buying new. 

Thanks for all of the advice and thoughts.

 

Well done.  Wearing mine today as well.  I love that watch.  Wife got it for my bday around 10 years ago and still one of my favs.  Wear it in good health!

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

2 hours ago, The Royal We said:

Welp, I pulled the trigger yesterday.  These pictures are shit, but this watch is a stunner.  I had an isofrane on my SKX and didn't fully appreciate how much larger that made the watch wear.  This feels very comfortable and doesn't seem to wear as big as the 007.  The guy from WUS was very nice and knowledgeable about everything on this watch and just watches in general.  Totally painless process that allowed me to purchase much more watch than if I'd been buying new. 

Thanks for all of the advice and thoughts.

https://imgur.com/Gn2ZZPf

https://imgur.com/4CUQ6G1

 

Mother fucking watch porn right there. Kudos sir, well fucking done.

[The Royal We 3072]

Thanks man, I'm pretty excited about it!

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

Just now, The Royal We said:

Thanks man, I'm pretty excited about it!

Right before the crash of '07 I was getting ready to pull the trigger on pretty much that very watch. After everything went down, I just couldn't bring myself to drop the bucks for one (college tuition for the daughter seemed the more prudent thing at the time).   I'd just bought a Chopard Gran Tourismo XL in Vegas in early '07 though, that was fun....

I'd been averaging a new watch every 6-8 months for about 3-4 years running. I kinda changed my perspective. If I get a watch in that price category again it'll be that very watch or a Glaschutte original.  I've been looking at watches in the $1,000 range since then, but only pulled the trigger 2 x .

[VolenteHawk 495]

On 2/6/2019 at 4:55 PM, AUinHsv said:

From what I have been reading on other forums there is a distinct shortage of Rolex sports models. Apparently most dealers have Datejusts and other similar. On the other hand I haven't liked many of the Rolex line in last few years - too big and too much added bling. Very happy with my older Sub

I would like to see the new Sea dweller in person...there’s no way I “upgrade” from my 2016 ceramic that I like better, but I want to see it.

Still haven’t found a dealer with one and Bernard is still getting a couple grand over retail when they find one.

 

[huge 3793]

The new Seadweller is fantastic in person.  But the 4000 is no slouch either.  That one will only appreciate after it was in production for such a relatively short time.

[Scooter Monzingo 821]

11 hours ago, VolenteHawk said:

I would like to see the new Sea dweller in person...there’s no way I “upgrade” from my 2016 ceramic that I like better, but I want to see it.

Still haven’t found a dealer with one and Bernard is still getting a couple grand over retail when they find one.

 

I’ll tell you what you will see. If you’re a long time owner of Sub’s, SD and/or the DSSD you will ask yourself WTF.

I have examples of all of these and some of the changes are nothing more then “what the fuck Rolex?” marketing ploys. Which I have knowingly gone along with for years because I like the brand (so much so I dropped the $20 on the black face Daytona simply because it looks like a Sub). And as a collector I enjoy having an example of each model. But, with this release it is getting to the point where it feels like I’m literally buying the same damn watch. Here are just a few of my complaints of this “new” model.

Installing the caliber 3235 into the housing. Though this may be technically an improvement. It suggests that either the 3135 was in some way inferior (it was not, based on my own experience). Or they changed it just to change it (this sounds about right). Then they enlarged the case to make closer in size to that of the DSSD (again, WTF, just buy the fucking DS). Increased its depth by a few meters (yet ironically keeps its depth limit closer to that of the older (by what four years?) SD then the DSSD) so again WTF? And raised the MSRP to $11, which again brings it closer to the DSSD (at $12) then its brother the DS at $8. And widened the bracelet. Which they had to do because it would have looked fucked up with the loggerhead case on the thin bracelet.

And lastly they changed the lettering from the standard white to red logo on the face, which screams money grab. Because anyone who collects vintage Rolex’s is familiar with the premium the seldom seen cross color ID (i.e. A Sub with red letters opposed to white) can bring if they have provenance.

All of this appears to be nothing more then a shell game of components to increase the number of models in their line that ultimately have their DNA tied directly back to the oringnal 1953 Sub. And as someone who has examples going back to the days when one could simply walk in the door and commission a watch directly from the factory. This new approach, along with holding inventory back from their AD’s to artificially impact availability (like how they handled the release of the Daytona) is a poor move made by a company who traditionally did not do business this way.

For those who have not seen it:

 

[huge 3793]

Ok how did you feel about the older SD being essentially a Sub without a cyclops?

Also I’m related to your handle.

[choripan 790]

So I have an old Omega "Pie Pan" Constellation I might end up selling since it just sits in my closet with my cufflinks, collar stays, etc.

What's typically the best way to sell something like this? Enthusiast forums? Ebay? Watch store/pawn shop? TYIA.

[Rip76 4943]

1 hour ago, choripan said:

So I have an old Omega "Pie Pan" Constellation I might end up selling since it just sits in my closet with my cufflinks, collar stays, etc.

What's typically the best way to sell something like this? Enthusiast forums? Ebay? Watch store/pawn shop? TYIA.

I am also interested in this answer (Without having to pay taxes)

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

Timezone.com used to be among the best private sellers market out there in my opinion.

[huge 3793]

I have bought and sold used on the Watchuseek forum.  Would recommend.

[Cajun 11714]

On 2/9/2019 at 2:17 AM, Scooter Monzingo said:

I’ll tell you what you will see. If you’re a long time owner of Sub’s, SD and/or the DSSD you will ask yourself WTF.

I have examples of all of these and some of the changes are nothing more then “what the fuck Rolex?” marketing ploys. Which I have knowingly gone along with for years because I like the brand (so much so I dropped the $20 on the black face Daytona simply because it looks like a Sub). And as a collector I enjoy having an example of each model. But, with this release it is getting to the point where it feels like I’m literally buying the same damn watch. Here are just a few of my complaints of this “new” model.

Installing the caliber 3235 into the housing. Though this may be technically an improvement. It suggests that either the 3135 was in some way inferior (it was not, based on my own experience). Or they changed it just to change it (this sounds about right). Then they enlarged the case to make closer in size to that of the DSSD (again, WTF, just buy the fucking DS). Increased its depth by a few meters (yet ironically keeps its depth limit closer to that of the older (by what four years?) SD then the DSSD) so again WTF? And raised the MSRP to $11, which again brings it closer to the DSSD (at $12) then its brother the DS at $8. And widened the bracelet. Which they had to do because it would have looked fucked up with the loggerhead case on the thin bracelet.

And lastly they changed the lettering from the standard white to red logo on the face, which screams money grab. Because anyone who collects vintage Rolex’s is familiar with the premium the seldom seen cross color ID (i.e. A Sub with red letters opposed to white) can bring if they have provenance.

All of this appears to be nothing more then a shell game of components to increase the number of models in their line that ultimately have their DNA tied directly back to the oringnal 1953 Sub. And as someone who has examples going back to the days when one could simply walk in the door and commission a watch directly from the factory. This new approach, along with holding inventory back from their AD’s to artificially impact availability (like how they handled the release of the Daytona) is a poor move made by a company who traditionally did not do business this way.

For those who have not seen it:

 

I didn't read the post, but I'll just say that's a damn fine looking watch.

That said, In Philadelphia it's worth 50 bucks.

[ChickenSandwich 9843]

17 hours ago, huge said:

I have bought and sold used on the Watchuseek forum.  Would recommend.

Same

[G650 14263]

1 hour ago, ChickenSandwich said:

Same

Yup

[Rip76 4943]

20 hours ago, huge said:

I have bought and sold used on the Watchuseek forum.  Would recommend.

Looks like you have to have at least 100 posts to sell.

[The Royal We 3072]

I just bought from a seller on WUS last week for the first time and it was a very smooth process.  I dug through the poster's history before buying and he had a good rep and track record.

[choripan 790]

Thanks, everyone. Not looking to rack up 100+ posts on a new forum, so I'll check out TimeZone if I end up selling. Thanks.

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

17 hours ago, The Royal We said:

I just bought from a seller on WUS last week for the first time and it was a very smooth process.  I dug through the poster's history before buying and he had a good rep and track record.

Buy the seller and not the watch... words to live by.

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

18 minutes ago, choripan said:

Thanks, everyone. Not looking to rack up 100+ posts on a new forum, so I'll check out TimeZone if I end up selling. Thanks.

And unless things have changed is the best watch web site out there for enthusiasts, even if the moderators, and some of the members are complete and utter geek headed tools at times.

[choripan 790]

5 hours ago, Onboard 2.0 said:

And unless things have changed is the best watch web site out there for enthusiasts, even if the moderators, and some of the members are complete and utter geek headed tools at times.

Thanks, I think this could cut two ways for me. On one hand, they can be utter geek headed tools that might be a PITA to deal with. On the other hand, the watch was refurbished by a well-known refurbisher of old Omegas and has paperwork on what was touched up, how the vast majority of it is original, how the numbers match, etc. and I could ride to coattails of the refurbisher...

[cabowabo 4487]

10 hours ago, Onboard 2.0 said:

And unless things have changed is the best watch web site out there for enthusiasts, even if the moderators, and some of the members are complete and utter geek headed tools at times.

I used to think this, but watchuseek is a lot better. I got banned for 30 days of Timezone for using to word shit or some such. Fuck that site. 

[huge 3793]

That 100 post thing must be new.

Or maybe if you buy first and get rep you can sell?

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

13 hours ago, cabowabo said:

I used to think this, but watchuseek is a lot better. I got banned for 30 days of Timezone for using to word shit or some such. Fuck that site. 

Like I said they're uber geeks, but the most knowledgeable watch uber geeks out there. The mods are super uber geeks, but again they know their shit. Each watch brand room has its own mod so some are a bit more loose than others, but it's a serious site for serious collectors.

 If ya know the rules don't break em. A guy named Michael used to be the head mod, he's a stuff shirt I wouldn't ever wanna have a beer with, but his personal collection is one of the finest I've ever seen.

[pearlandhorn 3274]

Took my submariner in for a regulation yesterday.  I hate it when ADs say they don’t do anything to Rolex. They send it off to Rolex to have anything whatsoever done to it.

if you’re in Houston, I highly highly recommend Valobra’s fine jewelry for anything and everything watches. The guy is a badass and they will take care of you.

[Fudge Nuggets 19206]

On 1/31/2019 at 12:57 AM, The Royal We said:

GMT - https://www.jomashop.com/omega-watch-23190432204001.html

Nomos - https://www.jomashop.com/nomos-watch-271.html

PAM - https://www.jomashop.com/panerai-watch-pam00537.html

IWC - https://www.jomashop.com/iwc-watch-iw500705.html

2

3

4

1

 

[52-80 19162]

On 2/9/2019 at 9:17 AM, Scooter Monzingo said:

I’ll tell you what you will see. If you’re a long time owner of Sub’s, SD and/or the DSSD you will ask yourself WTF.

I have examples of all of these and some of the changes are nothing more then “what the fuck Rolex?” marketing ploys. Which I have knowingly gone along with for years because I like the brand (so much so I dropped the $20 on the black face Daytona simply because it looks like a Sub). And as a collector I enjoy having an example of each model. But, with this release it is getting to the point where it feels like I’m literally buying the same damn watch. Here are just a few of my complaints of this “new” model.

Installing the caliber 3235 into the housing. Though this may be technically an improvement. It suggests that either the 3135 was in some way inferior (it was not, based on my own experience). Or they changed it just to change it (this sounds about right). Then they enlarged the case to make closer in size to that of the DSSD (again, WTF, just buy the fucking DS). Increased its depth by a few meters (yet ironically keeps its depth limit closer to that of the older (by what four years?) SD then the DSSD) so again WTF? And raised the MSRP to $11, which again brings it closer to the DSSD (at $12) then its brother the DS at $8. And widened the bracelet. Which they had to do because it would have looked fucked up with the loggerhead case on the thin bracelet.

And lastly they changed the lettering from the standard white to red logo on the face, which screams money grab. Because anyone who collects vintage Rolex’s is familiar with the premium the seldom seen cross color ID (i.e. A Sub with red letters opposed to white) can bring if they have provenance.

All of this appears to be nothing more then a shell game of components to increase the number of models in their line that ultimately have their DNA tied directly back to the oringnal 1953 Sub. And as someone who has examples going back to the days when one could simply walk in the door and commission a watch directly from the factory. This new approach, along with holding inventory back from their AD’s to artificially impact availability (like how they handled the release of the Daytona) is a poor move made by a company who traditionally did not do business this way.

 

 

rolex is unashamedly and unabashedly a luxury goods company and as thus pricing is no longer tied to engineering, innovation, manufacturing, etc but purely scarcity and brand equity.  old game.. like AP... why bother designing new watches when you can re-release another royal oak variant

[VolenteHawk 495]

On 2/10/2019 at 9:17 PM, huge said:

Ok how did you feel about the older SD being essentially a Sub without a cyclops?

Also I’m related to your handle.

I preferred it. The 116600 is my favorite of the SD line (and the version I own).

On the new one, I agree that the red lettering is pretty egregious, but it’s fine aesthetically.

 

 

[pearlandhorn 3274]

https://shop.hamiltonwatch.com/khaki-field-auto-42mm-h70605943.html

picked this up for $300. I miss having a watch on as my submariner is being regulated. I’ve been looking at this watch for a while. Will be nice to have when I travel for work to New Orleans. I hate wearing my Rolex when I’m there. Afraid I’ll get mugged.

[utxmike05 1828]

On 2/12/2019 at 3:18 PM, huge said:

I have bought and sold used on the Watchuseek forum.  Would recommend.

Nice. I have been trying to build up my # of posts on their so I can get access to sale.  Ebay really drains you..10% + 3% paypal fee when selling.

[utxmike05 1828]

Looking for a watch for my wedding....this is the front runner after I saw it (for sale used) at my friend's store were I got the ring. 

I got 8 months to sell some older watches...and may have to cut back on the catering...

Edited February 26, 2019 by utxmike05

[BBQ2Bayou 807]

On 2/25/2019 at 1:22 PM, pearlandhorn said:

https://shop.hamiltonwatch.com/khaki-field-auto-42mm-h70605943.html

picked this up for $300. I miss having a watch on as my submariner is being regulated. I’ve been looking at this watch for a while. Will be nice to have when I travel for work to New Orleans. I hate wearing my Rolex when I’m there. Afraid I’ll get mugged.

Mind if I ask where? I love Hamilton watches. 

[utxmike05 1828]

2 hours ago, BBQ2Bayou said:

Mind if I ask where? I love Hamilton watches. 

 

I got quite a few Hammys I’m open to selling....except the far right. DM if interested






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Edited February 27, 2019 by utxmike05

[pearlandhorn 3274]

2 hours ago, BBQ2Bayou said:

Mind if I ask where? I love Hamilton watches. 

Surprisingly, Macy’s online:

https://www.macys.com/shop/product/hamilton-mens-swiss-automatic-khaki-field-blue-canvas-strap-watch-42mm-h70605943?ID=3306612&CategoryID=23930&RVI=Browse_2&tdp=cm_choiceId~z3306612~xcm_pos~zPos2

it was $350 last week and I was about to buy it but decided to wait until I got back from vacation. Checked when I was on vacation and it was this price.

[DefinitelyNotHollywoodColt 12301]

Mike, you own some really ugly watches. Were you on acid when you bought that jetson’s tribute watch?

[utxmike05 1828]

12 hours ago, DefinitelyNotHollywoodColt said:

Mike, you own some really ugly watches. Were you on acid when you bought that jetson’s tribute watch?

 

 

All old gifts...except far right

Jetson from mom.

Your mom. We were both high affff


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Edited February 27, 2019 by utxmike05

[utxmike05 1828]

Only one I plan on keeping...rest gotta go to make up for new found Omega addiction.





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[huge 3793]

I thought the fiance was supposed to buy the watch...

[DefinitelyNotHollywoodColt 12301]

33 minutes ago, huge said:

I thought the fiance was supposed to buy the watch...

that quote on the strap as a wedding gift would be the most amazing thing i've ever seen.

[Prepuce of Doom 21079]

Isn't that quote from Madonna's "Like a Prayer"? 

Edited March 1, 2019 by Prepuce of Doom

[Bozo_Casanova 26488]

Got a deal I had to take on a 39mm Explorer

[utxmike05 1828]

First time visiting the Houston store. I fought the urge and just had them clean mine. They told me they will have a tech full time by end of the year. They would be able to do in-house service (to an extent). Gasket replacements are free though.




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[utxmike05 1828]

Couldn’t delete double post.  Void 

Edited March 4, 2019 by utxmike05

[Damor 1236]

Today is our 15th anniversary (watch, so say the keepers of anniversary gift rules), and my wife completely surprised me with this Sinn 910. I'd never seriously considering adding another nice watch to the 203 Arktis she got me several years ago, but she decided that our two boys need at least one watch each when I am dead.

Yes, dear.

Edited March 18, 2019 by Damor
dammit, tapa

[MadBurgerMaker 404]

Yeah 15th anniversary is the best one.  Nice watch

Edited March 18, 2019 by MadBurgerMaker

[HoustonHorn 1062]

13 hours ago, Damor said:

Today is our 15th anniversary (watch, so say the keepers of anniversary gift rules), and my wife completely surprised me with this Sinn 910. I'd never seriously considering adding another nice watch to the 203 Arktis she got me several years ago, but she decided that our two boys need at least one watch each when I am dead.

Yes, dear.

That's a sharp looking watch. I have my 15th coming up in a little over a month. I know my wife won't be getting me anything like that.

[Onboard 2.0 9083]

13 hours ago, Damor said:

Today is our 15th anniversary (watch, so say the keepers of anniversary gift rules), and my wife completely surprised me with this Sinn 910. I'd never seriously considering adding another nice watch to the 203 Arktis she got me several years ago, but she decided that our two boys need at least one watch each when I am dead.

Yes, dear.

Damn !!! All I got was a blow job 

[utxmike05 1828]

Happy Bday to me. New addition to my Heuer collection. Autavia 02.

(Hoping future wifey buys me nice shit someday like above. Bravo)






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[cabowabo 4487]

Happy Bday to me. New addition to my Heuer collection. Autavia 02.

(Hoping future wifey buys me nice shit someday like above. Bravo)






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