Fortis Flieger
one of my many recent buys i always liked the look of these but thought they were too big, this one measures 40mm at the cases widest point......it wears so much bigger though, the blue dial is a...
View ArticleWhere are the Women in Watch History?
Just a thought, but perhaps a significant one. Why are their so few female figures in the history of watches? I have written so many posts about different watch companies, and yet taking this body of...
View ArticleNever in a Month of Sundays
Have you pics or links to a watch that you wouldn't touch in a month of Sunday's? Here's one, for those who remember the Swiss Legend thread and from personal experience....
View ArticleBling
Ok so I discovered, on close scrutiny, and after a post from Bruce, that the Burei I ordered at near fifty percent discount has a couple of " diamonds" at 12 o clock...
View ArticleTiffany mens watch
Good evening, I wonder if anyone can tell me about Tiffany watches as I am looking to purchase one and would like some comments. thanks in advance for any advice Dave
View ArticleHelp with a choice - Bremont vs Heuer
Hi there, first post so hope this is in the correct place! I'm a big watch fan and am looking to buy a striking chronograph as one of my more regular watches. I'm really torn between the Bremont...
View ArticleJust discovered this Seiko (SNJ023)
Ebay has offered me this Seiko as something it thinks I will like. And I do! Very reminiscent of the Omega Speedmaster X-33 Skywalker, but rather more affordable! Sapphire glass, too. It goes onto...
View ArticleNew collectors' surge
In March 2016 my watch collection looked like this: At the moment, my collection now looks like this: Did everyone experience this?
View ArticleIssues selling watches
All, I am trying to gather as many information as possible regarding the issues you have faced selling your watches. What are the main problems / complication you have faced? Thanks, Claudio
View ArticlePure Swiss
I just put on my Victorinox Alpnach and thought why not have a pure Swiss thread........ Victorinox Alpnach Hanowa Swiss Military Wenger Battalion Tissot Auto Any pure Swiss to add Cheers
View ArticleWatch aversion therapy.
For the obviously minute number of us who persist in buying watches against all " advice" I was wondering if you can think of good aversion therapies............. Only be allowed to buy limit watches....
View ArticleYour personal best buy.
I would post this now because my Victorinox Alpnache I bought new for 300 was $ 1100 in 2011. Not my most expensive watch, not necessarily an all over best, but the best deal ( not considering...
View ArticleCalendar Watch - Wedding Present
Hi All, First post, but have been reading lots of posts as part of my research. I recently got engaged and my now-fiance, has told me that she would like to buy me a watch for a wedding present! The...
View ArticleEasy read faces.
Some of us on here are of advancing years, some not, but whichever you are a nice easy read face is a plus. Often they make watches look like kids toys, but not always. Here are a couple of mine that...
View ArticleJust Before Swatch: One Man's Perspective
In doing research for topics and for my own interest, I have discovered that general books on watches can be incredibly useful and not just as "overall" summaries of watch history. Firstly, general...
View ArticleSeiko Hardlex
Most Seikos , other than high end, use Hardlex mineral crystals. Obviously mineral crystals vary in composition and hardness make from make. I was just reading an review on Amazon where someone was...
View ArticleMy new RLT
Just got this from the post office. The pictures don't do it justice. Simply stunning. It's a one off too and so will always be a special part of my collection. Thanks Roy. You are a master of your...
View ArticleWatches on tv now.
Channle 22 Ideal world. Showing a few watches tonight, if you can put up with their inane drivel.
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